RC Bank Showcases Digital Banking Leadership at Canada Summit, Champions Financial Inclusion & Investor Confidence
By Abdul Rahman Suagibu
Rokel Commercial Bank (RC Bank) has reinforced its position as a leader in digital banking and financial innovation after its transformative role in advancing financial inclusion and digital trust was showcased at the Second Edition of the Sierra Leone–Canada Trade, Investment and Cultural Summit 2026 held in Edmonton, Alberta.
Speaking during the Summit’s Digital Technology and Investment session, the Managing Director of Rokel Commercial Bank – Dr. Walton Ekundayo Gilpin, delivered a keynote presentation on “Digital Trust and Financial Inclusion: Building a Modern Banking Ecosystem for International Investors.”
In his address, Dr. Gilpin emphasized that secure digital platforms, trusted financial systems, and robust banking infrastructure are fundamental to strengthening investor confidence, facilitating cross-border capital flows, and accelerating sustainable economic development.
He highlighted how technological innovation, sound regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, and customer-focused digital solutions are reshaping the financial landscape. Dr. Gilpin also showcased RC Bank’s practical initiatives aimed at expanding banking services to underserved communities while maintaining the highest standards of security, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
The high-level session attracted policymakers, international investors, fintech innovators, banking executives, and development partners, who explored strategies for building resilient and transparent financial ecosystems capable of attracting global investment and supporting inclusive economic growth.
Rokel Commercial Bank reaffirmed that its long-term strategic vision is anchored on leveraging digital innovation to broaden financial access without compromising public trust, further positioning both the Bank and Sierra Leone’s financial sector as credible destinations for international investment and sustainable economic transformation.
