A recent initiative by CandourCrest Financial Services Limited has seen the recognition and reward of three small and medium-scale enterprises, underscoring the company’s commitment to nurturing startups.
During the company’s 5th anniversary, founder and CEO, Debola Agunbiade, highlighted the firm’s unwavering support for emerging businesses.
Agunbiade emphasized CandourCrest’s efforts in providing financial solutions and fostering strong partnerships with stakeholders, as evidenced by the grants awarded to the three SMEs.
The firm has witnessed substantial growth in its clientele and successfully executed transactions exceeding N16bn since its inception five years ago.
Expressing gratitude to clients for their loyalty and dedication, Agunbiade stressed the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth within the business landscape.
CandourCrest’s core principles revolve around integrity and transparency, offering financial and leasing services aimed at supporting economic advancement and prosperity.
The company’s ethos includes a strong commitment to community engagement, with initiatives targeting support for SMEs, educational institutions, religious organizations, and women’s empowerment programs.
Noteworthy accolades garnered by CandourCrest include the prestigious Africa’s Most Innovative Loan and Credit Service Brand Award 2023, alongside recognition in the FCMB SheVentures Women in Business segment.
Dr. Oluseyi Olanrewaju, an Independent Director at CandourCrest Finance Limited, praised the organization’s robust corporate governance standards, underlining the diverse and experienced composition of its board members.
Olusegun Akanji, CEO of Logik Field Limited, commended CandourCrest for its exceptional client support, citing the company’s standout service as the reason for referring numerous clients to them.
In its initial operations, CandourCrest swiftly rose as a prominent financial institution licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria, setting a strong foundation for future growth and expansion aspirations on a Pan-African and global scale.