Premier Bank celebrates 26 years of banking excellence

Premier Bank PLC has celebrated the 26th anniversary of its commercial journey today.

To mark the occasion, the bank organised programmes at its head office in Banani, Dhaka and all its branches and sub-branches nationwide.

Arifur Rahman, chairman of Premier Bank PLC, inaugurated the event as the chief guest, according to a press release.

In his inaugural speech, Rahman said, "Let's unite as one proud Premier family and make this celebration truly meaningful. As we move ahead, let's join hands to grow even stronger and make Premier Bank the bank of choice for everyone."

He also expressed gratitude to customers, patrons, regulatory bodies, media partners, and well-wishers for their continued support throughout the bank's journey.

Md Forkan Hossain, independent director and chairman of the audit committee; Syed Faridul Islam, independent director and chairman of the executive committee; Md Sazzad Hossain, independent director and chairman of the risk management committee; Prof Sheikh Morshed Jahan, independent director; and M Nurul Alam, independent director and chairman of Premier Bank Securities Limited, attended the programme.

Mohammad Abu Jafar, managing director and CEO of the bank, said, "Let's celebrate this milestone with enthusiasm and hope as we step into a bold new chapter together. Here's to 26 years of Banking for Greater Good and to an even brighter tomorrow ahead."

The anniversary celebration reflects not just the passage of time, but also the beginning of a new era of growth and transformation, guided by the leadership's vision, dedication, and forward-thinking approach.

Together, the bank's leaders aim to build a stronger and more innovative Premier Bank—one that stands tall with integrity, purpose, and a commitment to excellence.

Sayed Abul Hashem, deputy managing director; Mohammad Al-Amin, deputy managing director and chief credit officer; and SM Wali Ul Morshed, deputy managing director and head of the retail banking division, among others, were also present at the event.