Entourage Integrated Trust Deepens Support for SMEs as Demand for Accessible Finance Grows Nationwide

Entourage Integrated Trust Limited has continued to expand its footprint across Nigeria, strengthening its role as a key financial partner to small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) operating within the country’s evolving economic landscape.

Over the past year, the institution has recorded a significant increase in engagement from entrepreneurs, traders, and business owners seeking flexible, practical financial support.

This growth reflects a rising demand for funding models that align with how Nigerian businesses actually operate — daily, weekly, and seasonally — rather than rigid structures that exclude them.

Today, Entourage Integrated Trust supports over 300,000 entrepreneurs and business operators nationwide, a scale driven largely by SME demand for accessible credit structures, repeat engagement, and strong referral networks within local markets.

The Managing Director/CEO of Entourage Integrated Trust, Mr. Seyi Asagun, said: “Our focus has never been on size for its own sake. What matters to us is reach —how many businesses we can support, how many livelihoods we can stabilize, and how many entrepreneurs can continue operating with confidence.”

With active operations across 29 states, Entourage Integrated Trust has expanded its field presence, branch activity, and internal systems to ensure businesses in both urban centres and grassroots markets can access timely financial solutions.

The institution’s approach blends on-ground relationship management with structured credit processes, enabling it to serve a diverse mix of market traders, SMEs, and professionals.

According to the company, the past year has also seen increased repeat engagement from business owners — an indicator that entrepreneurs are not only accessing finance but are finding value in sustained, long-term support rather than one-off lending.

Deputy Managing Director, Mr. Philip Nkafuonye, noted that the company’s expansion has been deliberate.

“As demand has grown, we have focused on strengthening our internal capacity, training our teams, and improving service delivery across regions. Growth only matters if service quality keeps pace with it.”

Entourage Integrated Trust’s continued expansion comes at a time when access to finance remains one of the most pressing challenges facing Nigerian SMEs.

By prioritizing flexible repayment structures, close customer engagement, and ethical lending practices, the institution positions itself as part of the broader solution to Nigeria’s SME funding gap.

Looking ahead, Entourage Integrated Trust plans to further deepen its presence in existing states while extending support to more underserved business communities, reinforcing its long-term commitment to inclusive economic growth.