Polaris Bank has significantly reinforced its strategic initiative to expand Nigeria's non-oil export sector by actively supporting the launch of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) Export Support Call Centre. This collaborative effort aims to provide crucial assistance to Nigerian exporters, facilitating improved access to vital information, global markets, and essential financing. The initiative is particularly timely, aligning with broader national efforts by policymakers and financial institutions to diversify the economy away from its traditional reliance on oil and to boost foreign exchange earnings from non-oil sectors.

The NACCIMA Export Support Call Centre, established with the backing of Polaris Bank, is specifically designed to offer real-time advisory and operational assistance to Nigerian businesses engaged in cross-border trade. This support is especially beneficial for small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) that often face complexities in navigating international commerce. Chris Ofikulu, Executive Director of Polaris Bank, emphasized the bank's unwavering commitment to empowering Nigerian businesses to compete effectively in global markets. He underscored the critical role of the NACCIMA Call Centre as an invaluable resource, providing comprehensive information, expert knowledge, guidance, and advisory services essential for successful international trade.

Ofikulu stated, "Today, we are marking a pivotal moment in our mission to empower Nigerian businesses for global markets. Through this collaboration, we are equipping exporters with the tools, infrastructure, and expertise needed to thrive in global markets." The call centre will serve as a central platform for exporters to obtain real-time information, technical assistance, and regulatory advice, which is integral to successful export operations. This strategic endeavor is deeply aligned with Polaris Bank's broader vision of driving trade facilitation, enhancing market access, and contributing robustly to Nigeria's overall economic growth.

Polaris Bank's contribution extends beyond strategic partnership to include tangible infrastructure support, ensuring the call centre's operational efficiency. The bank has provided advanced resources such as laptops, a fully equipped workstation, internet-enabled modems, and high-capacity printers. This substantial donation is intended to guarantee that the NACCIMA Export Support Call Centre runs smoothly and effectively addresses the diverse needs of Nigerian exporters, thereby bolstering their capacity to engage in international trade.