The Business NG - November 11, 2024

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NDIC Begins Sale of Heritage Bank’s Properties to Fund Liquidation Dividends for Uninsured Depositors

In a move aimed at ensuring a swift declaration of liquidation dividends to uninsured depositors, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has initiated the sale of Heritage Bank’s landed properties and chattels.

This sale follows the NDIC’s authority under Section 62 (1)(d) of the NDIC Act, 2023, granting it powers to liquidate failed banks. The exercise follows an earlier sale of the bank’s assets in leased locations across Nigeria. Commencing December 4, 2024, the sales will span 36 locations and employ a competitive bidding process to maximize asset recovery, thus facilitating compensation for eligible claimants.
To prioritize financial inclusion, the NDIC will favor financial institutions that bid at top prices and can continue financial services at these properties. However, the auction remains open to all qualified corporate bodies and private individuals, ensuring transparency and fair competition.
Prospective buyers are invited to inspect the assets beforehand, with a required 10% bid security deposit for sealed bids, submitted at designated NDIC offices in Abuja, Lagos, Bauchi, Kano, Enugu, and Port Harcourt.