Sterling Bank has launched AlwaysOn, a new feature on its OneBank platform that gives eligible Nigerians access to up to ₦1 million in monthly advances—even when their balances run low.
The feature, rolled out on Workers’ Day, is part of the bank’s push to break structural barriers to financial freedom and support bold decision-making in uncertain times.
AlwaysOn is an invitation-only feature for OneBank users with an active transaction history. It allows customers to settle urgent bills or payments without delays or the friction of traditional credit systems.
“This is not just about funds,” said Sterling Bank CEO, Abubakar Suleiman. “It’s about freedom and dignity. We’re backing our customers to act boldly when life demands it.”
According to Suleiman, AlwaysOn reflects a broader shift in how the bank empowers customers:
“We’re building for people with grit, urgency, and dreams too big to wait. If you’ve banked with us, you’ve earned our confidence. Now you’ll have our backing to match.”
The launch follows the bank’s recent Zero Transfer Fees initiative—which returned ₦13 billion to users—and the Free Bus Ride program for Lagos commuters. Both moves highlight Sterling’s focus on customer-first solutions during tough economic conditions.
Obinna Ukachukwu, Growth Executive for Retail and Consumer Banking, added:
“We’re not the kind of bank that stands on the sidelines while Nigerians hustle. We’re on the pitch with them.”
Sterling has encouraged customers to join the AlwaysOn waitlist as rollout begins later this month.
