We provide accessible, high-quality microfinance solutions tailored for economically active individuals and MSMEs. At Catland, we do not just hold your money we actively support local businesses to build sustainable socio-economic development across Nigeria
From a community bank to a licensed microfinance institution, Catland has evolved with a commitment to financial inclusion, local enterprise, and sustainable socio-economic development.
26 March 1991
Incorporated as Ilese Community Bank Nigeria Limited.
18 July 2007
Registered as Catland Microfinance Bank Limited with RC No. 162074.
25 September 2007
Obtained a provisional operating license from the Central Bank of Nigeria and commenced operations.
Established a branch in Erunwon, Ogun State, with the requisite approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria.
Catland MFB was incorporated on 26th March 1991 as Ilese Community Bank Nigeria Limited. It was subsequently converted to a microfinance bank and registered as Catland Microfinance Bank Limited with RC No. 162074 on 18th July 2007.
The bank obtained a provisional operating license from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on 25th September 2007 and commenced operations as a microfinance bank.
Today, Catland provides microfinance banking services including savings, credit, and other permissible financial services to economically active low-income individuals, micro enterprises, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Our mission is to promote financial inclusion, support local businesses, and foster sustainable socio-economic development across the communities we serve.
15+
Years of Transformation
1991
Founded
SMEs
Supporting Local Businesses
To deliver simple but quality savings and credit services that suit the needs of our various customers while also giving maximum value to other stakeholders.
We are committed to bridging the financial gap by providing accessible, innovative, and tailored banking solutions. Through transparent operations and a customer-first approach, we empower individuals to achieve financial stability and ensure sustainable, long-term growth for our investors and the communities we serve.
To become one of the best MFBs in Nigeria in terms of delivery of quality and affordable financial services to the micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
We envision a future where every ambitious entrepreneur has the reliable financial backing required to scale their business. By setting the gold standard in microfinance, we strive to be the primary catalyst for grassroots economic development, wealth creation, and lasting prosperity across the nation.
Our values define how we serve our customers, support businesses, and create meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
We put our customers at the heart of everything we do, creating simple, quality financial solutions that respond to their real needs and aspirations.
People • Trust • Service
We build lasting relationships through honesty, accountability, responsible practices, and transparent operations.
We work to bridge the financial gap by making reliable and affordable financial services accessible to individuals and businesses.
We continually seek smarter and more effective ways to deliver financial solutions that evolve with our customers and their businesses.
We provide the financial support and opportunities individuals and MSMEs need to achieve stability, grow their businesses, and create wealth.
Our Commitment
Creating lasting financial value for people, businesses, and communities.
