Stanbic IBTC Bank has reiterated it support for the development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the country, as part of its commitment to contribute in the growth of the overall economy. Already, it has been adjudged the Most Innovative SME Bank of the Year in Nigeria in 2016 by The Asian Banker Awards, at the 2016 Asian Banker West Africa International Convention, in Lagos. The lender was recognised for its digital solution designed to ensure strong and viable operations in the small and medium scale enterprises sub-sector. The bank’s online platform as well as its recently launched virtual business centre, the BizDirect, provided quick turnaround time for SMEs, ensuring they are able to take advantage of business and expansion opportunities.