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2025-12-23
Coverage from Punch says Regent Microfinance Bank says it has crossed ₦10 billion in cumulative lending to MSMEs, pitching the milestone as part of a push to narrow Nigeria’s credit gap.
The report suggests the lender pairs credit with advisory support and repayment flexibility to help small businesses survive inflation and weak demand.
For MSMEs, the key test remains conditions—pricing, tenor, and speed of disbursement—especially as working-capital stress persists.
Punch framed the milestone: “By reaching the N10bn mark in disbursements…”. The Nation also reported the bank “has disbursed over N10 billion in cumulative loans disbursements…”.
Echotitbits take: MSME lending is essential but default risk is high in this cycle. Watch for portfolio quality after Q1 2026 and whether borrowers get practical support like bookkeeping and inventory discipline.
Source: The Punch — December 23, 2025 (https://punchng.com/regent-mfb-crosses-n10bn-msme-lending-milestone/)
The Punch2025-12-23
