LAPO Microfinance Bank has been honoured with the Green Icon Award at the 2026 Green Conference hosted by GreenPlinth Africa, in recognition of its outstanding contributions to sustainable finance and environmental stewardship in Nigeria.

The award was presented at a conference which convened key stakeholders across the sustainability, financial services, and development sectors, celebrates institutions that have demonstrated measurable impact in advancing green initiatives and climate-conscious investments.

LAPO MfB earned the recognition following its sustained commitment to green financing, having disbursed over ₦59 billion in clean energy and environmentally focused loans.

These investments have supported access to solar energy solutions, clean cooking technologies, and eco-friendly microenterprises, particularly among low-income households and small business owners.

Speaking at the event, the Director of Marketing and Communications at LAPO Microfinance Bank, Oluremi Akande, described the award as a validation of the bank’s long-standing commitment to responsible banking.

“This recognition reinforces our belief that financial inclusion and environmental sustainability must go hand in hand. At LAPO Microfinance Bank, we have continued to scale our green portfolio while ensuring that underserved communities are not left behind in the transition to a low-carbon economy,” he said.

Akande further highlighted that LAPO MfB’s impact extends beyond green lending, with over ₦1.7 trillion disbursed to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across 34 states in Nigeria.

According to her, this underscores the bank’s role in driving inclusive growth while embedding sustainability into its core operations.

The Green Conference, organised by GreenPlinth Africa, serves as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and recognition of forward-thinking organisations leading the charge towards a greener future in Africa.

With this latest recognition, LAPO Microfinance Bank reaffirms its position as a leading institution in sustainable finance, committed to delivering innovative solutions that empower communities, support economic development, and safeguard the environment.