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TAJBank Secures A1 Credit Ratings from Agusto & Co and Datapro
TAJBank Limited has secured upgraded A1 credit ratings from leading rating firms Agusto & Co and Datapro, marking a significant improvement from its previous Bbb+ assessment.
The new ratings reflect the bank’s stronger financial performance, improved balance sheet quality, and solid earnings profile for the 2025 financial year, achieved despite prevailing macroeconomic pressures.
The assessment comes nearly two years after the institution received its earlier Bbb+ rating from a pan-African rating agency, indicating sustained progress in operational stability and financial resilience.
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According to the rating reports, the upgrade was driven by the bank’s high-quality asset base, improving operational efficiency, and strengthened risk management architecture, which together position it more competitively within Nigeria’s banking landscape.
Speaking during an interactive session with journalists, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the bank, Hamid Joda, described the upgrade as a strong endorsement of the institution’s long-term strategy and governance framework.
He said the improved ratings validate management’s commitment to maintaining global operational standards, particularly through the deployment of technology-driven banking services and robust risk management systems designed to support sustainable growth.
Joda added that the development provides reassurance to customers, investors, and stakeholders across the non-interest banking segment, noting that the bank remains focused on protecting customer interests while expanding its contribution to economic growth and financial inclusion.
Also commenting on the development, the bank’s Executive Director, Sherif Idi, said the upgrade reflects sustained investment in human capital, digital infrastructure, and branch network expansion.
He noted that continued focus on innovation, workforce development, and operational capacity has strengthened service delivery and positioned the institution for further growth in the non-interest banking space.
Industry analysts say the bank’s steady expansion, coupled with its increasing role in extending financial services to underserved communities, has strengthened its footprint in Nigeria’s alternative banking segment and reinforced its reputation as one of the fastest-growing players in the niche market.
They add that the improved rating could enhance the bank’s ability to attract funding, deepen partnerships, and scale its operations in support of broader economic development objectives.
