READ This Immediately As UBA, GTB, Others Sends Crucial ANNOUNCEMENT To Customers Few Hours To Christmas- Details Below
In compliance with the Federal Government’ s declared public holidays, Nigerian banks, including Access Bank, Zenith Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), and Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), will suspend operations on December 25 and 26, 2024, as well as January 1, 2025. These closures are to allow employees to join in the nationwide celebrations for Christmas, Boxing Day, and the New Year.
This announcement follows a statement by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji- Ojo, as relayed by the ministry’ s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani. Tunji- Ojo urged Nigerians to embrace the essence of the season, which revolves around unity, compassion, and peaceful coexistence. ” The Christmas season provides an opportunity for spiritual reflection and national renewal, ” he remarked, calling on citizens to show goodwill to one another and reinforce family bonds.
During this brief suspension of in- branch services, Nigerians will rely on digital banking platforms to manage their financial needs. Services such as Internet banking, mobile apps, USSD codes, and ATMs will remain operational, ensuring customers can conduct transactions with ease.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has also instructed banks to ensure cash availability at ATMs throughout the holiday period. In addition, customers facing challenges such as empty ATMs or malfunctioning machines are encouraged to report these issues using state- specific hotlines provided by the CBN.
Point of Sale (PoS) operators, who often serve as an alternative to banks during holidays, have adapted to recent changes introduced by the CBN. The apex bank’ s directive limiting cash withdrawals through PoS terminals to N100, 000 per day has prompted many operators to revise their transaction fees. These adjustments aim to align with the regulatory framework while continuing to provide essential services to customers.
The Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to the welfare and development of the nation, assuring citizens of a secure and prosperous future. Minister Tunji- Ojo expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu’ s ” Renewed Hope Agenda, ” emphasizing its potential to foster peace, security, and economic growth in 2025.
In preparation for the holidays, banks have been proactive in communicating the temporary closures and encouraging customers to utilize electronic platforms for their financial transactions. Emails, social media updates, and other communication channels have been employed to ensure that the public is well- informed.
As Nigerians celebrate the festive season, the government and financial institutions alike are urging citizens to plan ahead, embrace the spirit of goodwill, and look forward to a more prosperous new year. With robust electronic banking systems in place, managing financial transactions during this period is expected to remain seamless.
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