Guaranty Trust Bank (SL) Ltd. has been made aware of a misleading social media post alleging that the Bank of Sierra Leone intends to shut down its operations due to purported account falsification and conspiracy. The Bank categorically denies these claims, asserting that they are entirely baseless and aimed at tarnishing its reputation and that of its officials.

While the Bank typically refrains from engaging in disputes with media entities, it urges the public to disregard such unfounded social media assertions. Guaranty Trust Bank (SL) Ltd. reserves the right to pursue legal action against any defamatory statements or inaccurate reporting that threatens its brand integrity.

With over two decades of operation in Sierra Leone, Guaranty Trust Bank (SL) Ltd. remains steadfast in its commitment to ethical banking practices, robust corporate governance, and strict adherence to national laws and regulatory policies. The Bank assures its customers and the general public of its unwavering dedication to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

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Important Notice on Fake Social Media Posts

The attention of Guaranty Trust Bank SL Ltd (“The Bank”) has been drawn to a spurious post on social media alleging that the Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) will close down the operations of the bank over the alleged falsification of accounts and conspiracy.

The Bank wishes to refute this claim in its entirety and state categorically that it is completely false and is designed to bring the image of the Bank and its officers to disrepute.

Although we will not engage in disputes with any media organization, we urge the public to dismiss such social media claims as they are false. However, we will not hesitate to pursue legal action for defamation against our brand or for inaccurate reporting.

We want to assure the public that Guaranty Trust Bank SL Ltd is committed to upholding ethical practices. As an industry leader with more than twenty years of operation in this esteemed country, we adhere to strong corporate governance and strictly comply with both national laws and the policies set forth by our regulators.

We strongly encourage our customers and the public to completely disregard this unfoundedallegation. Guaranty Trust Bank SL Ltd is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards and will never partake in any unethical practices.

Thank you for your continued support and trust.

Corporate Communications 6th May 2025