NDB Bank proudly reaffirmed its leadership in Sri Lanka’s Islamic banking sector by securing eight distinguished accolades at the Sri Lanka Islamic Banking and Finance Industry (SLIBFI) Awards 2025, held recently. These wins mark yet another milestone in NDB’s ongoing journey of excellence, innovation, and dedication to inclusive financial services.

The 2025 edition of the awards saw NDB Bank being recognised across both institutional and individual categories, underscoring the Bank’s collective and personal achievements within the rapidly evolving Islamic finance landscape. The honours included four Gold awards and four Bronze and Merit distinctions, showcasing a broad spectrum of accomplishments by the Bank and its team.

In the Entity and Miscellaneous category, NDB claimed the coveted Gold Award for Islamic Finance Deal of the Year, a testament to the Bank’s strategic expertise and its ability to structure innovative, Sharia-compliant financial solutions that deliver value and impact. Complementing this win, NDB also secured a Bronze for Islamic Finance Window/Unit of the Year, and a Merit Award for Islamic Finance Deal of the Year, highlighting the consistent strength and agility of its Islamic Banking Unit, NDB Shareek.

Reflecting the Bank’s deep bench of talent, NDB was also recognised in the Individual Category with a series of outstanding honours. Bahar Nayan, Head of Islamic Banking at NDB, was awarded the Gold for Transformative Leadership, celebrating his visionary leadership and pioneering role in shaping NDB’s Islamic banking journey. The Gold for Rising Personality of the Year (Female) was awarded to Mariam Mubarak, whose exceptional contributions continue to inspire excellence across the Bank. Shah Soodin was named Gold Winner for Branch Executive of the Year, reinforcing NDB’s strength in operational excellence and client engagement at the grassroots level.

Additionally, the Bank received two Bronze recognitions in this category: Ashad Ameen for Rising Personality of the Year (Male) and Aslam Fidha for Islamic Banker / Employee of the Year, further reflecting the collective expertise and unwavering commitment of the NDB Shareek team.

These accolades serve as a powerful reflection of NDB’s continued efforts to uplift Islamic banking practices in Sri Lanka through ethical financial solutions, robust governance, and people-led innovation. The Bank remains deeply committed to providing Sharia-compliant services that not only serve the needs of today’s customers but also build a sustainable foundation for future generations.

As the Islamic banking arm of NDB, Shareek continues to deliver meaningful, inclusive banking solutions tailored to a wide range of individuals and enterprises across the country. With over a decade of experience, the unit remains one of the most respected and agile Islamic finance providers in the industry.

NDB Bank extends its sincere gratitude to the SLIBFI Awards Committee for this recognition and congratulates every team member who contributed to this success. With continued focus on ethical finance, customer empowerment, and transformative leadership, NDB remains steadfast in its mission to support Sri Lanka’s journey toward inclusive economic prosperity.