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Entourage Integrated Trust Limited has announced the opening of a new office in Zaria, Kaduna State, marking a significant step in its ongoing effort to deepen access to finance for small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) across Northern Nigeria.
The expansion reflects the institution’s strategic focus on strengthening its presence within key commercial and trade hubs, particularly in regions with growing entrepreneurial activity but limited access to structured financial services.
While Entourage has maintained operations in Kaduna State over the years, the decision to establish a dedicated presence in Zaria represents a deliberate move to serve the city as a standalone business cluster.
“Zaria is not just an extension of Kaduna — it is a vibrant economic center on its own,” said Mr. Seyi Asagun, Managing Director/CEO of Entourage Integrated Trust. “This expansion allows us to be closer to the businesses operating here and provide support that reflects their specific realities.”
The new office is expected to support a wide range of business owners, including traders, small-scale manufacturers, and service providers, many of whom operate within informal and semi-structured markets. By bringing its services closer to these communities, Entourage aims to improve access to flexible financing options tailored to daily and seasonal business cycles.
According to the company, the Zaria expansion also forms part of a broader effort to strengthen its grassroots engagement model — combining on-ground field operations with structured lending systems to deliver practical and accessible financial solutions.
Mr. Philip Nkafuonye, Deputy Managing Director, noted that the move is aligned with the company’s long-term growth strategy.
“Our approach to expansion is intentional. We are not just entering new locations; we are building presence in communities where businesses need consistent and reliable financial support,” he said.
With operations spanning multiple states across Nigeria and supporting over 300,000 entrepreneurs and business operators nationwide, Entourage Integrated Trust continues to position itself as a key partner in driving SME growth and financial inclusion.
The opening of the Zaria office reinforces the institution’s commitment to reaching underserved markets and ensuring that more Nigerian businesses have access to the financial support they need to grow sustainably.
