By: Saidu Jalloh
On October 4, 2024, the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Sierra Leone held a vibrant celebratory event at its Freetown headquarters, marking a special occasion for both the bank and its customers. In a festive atmosphere, 30 loyal customers were honored with a share of NLe 175,000 as part of the UBA Legacy Promo, an initiative aimed at recognizing and rewarding commitment to savings.
This event was not just about the prizes; it was a significant milestone in UBA’s celebration of 75 years of global banking and 15 years of dedicated service in Sierra Leone. The Legacy Promo was designed to encourage customers to cultivate strong savings habits, serving as a reminder of the bank’s enduring commitment to financial growth and inclusion in the region.
To participate in the raffle, customers needed to save a minimum of NLe 2,000. The excitement built as winners were announced across various saving categories, each recognized for their consistent efforts in saving.
Among the winners who saved NLe 2,000 and above were:
– Mariatu Yeanoh Bangura
– Kutubu-Koroma Abu
– Mohamed Steven
– Amadu Wurie Jagitay
– Abubakarr Kargbo
– Alimamy Lamin Kargbo
– Komsom Kamara
– Lappia Momoh
– Koroma Iye
– Sylvester Patrick Kamara
– Bangura Musa
In the next category, those who saved between NLe 5,000 and NLe 10,000 included:
– Jalloh Chernor Sadu
– Turay Kabba
– Jalloh Hawanatu
– Peter Bobor Lansana
– Malphina Victoria Clave
– Isatu Jalloh
– Conteh Musa
– Mohamed Alieu Jalloh
– Kabba Aminata
– Gassimu Gabriel Kargbo
Finally, winners who saved NLe 10,000 and above were:
– Bailor Jalloh
– Alhassan Barrie
– Mary Degba Tetema Tondoneh
– Hawa Josiah
– Mohamed Shour
– Ramatu Kamara
– Gbla Alpha
– Turay Lamin Obai
– Tity Georgiana George
– Kargbo Hassanatu Marig
This exciting initiative not only highlighted UBA’s dedication to its customers but also emphasized the importance of financial discipline through savings. By rewarding customers across multiple categories, UBA reinforced the significance of saving and its role in strengthening Sierra Leone’s financial sector.
As UBA continues to celebrate its rich legacy, the Legacy Promo stands as a testament to the bank’s unwavering commitment to its customers and its mission to promote financial inclusion in Sierra Leone.