The Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) has announced the temporary closure of its Wilkinson Road Branch, located at the Aberdeen Road Junction, starting Monday, 20th October 2025, to allow for comprehensive rehabilitation works aimed at improving the branch’s safety, efficiency, and overall service delivery environment. The closure, the bank emphasized, is part of SLCB’s ongoing commitment to providing customers with a superior banking experience while prioritizing their safety and convenience.
In an official statement, the bank reassured customers that all operations previously conducted at the Wilkinson Road Branch will be temporarily relocated to the nearby Congo Cross Branch, situated along Main Motor Road, next to the NP Congo Cross Filling Station. SLCB further highlighted that clients can continue to access services at other convenient locations, including the Lumley Branch and Youyi Building Branch, ensuring that banking needs are met without disruption during the renovation period.
The bank also encouraged customers to take advantage of its digital banking solutions to conduct transactions safely and efficiently from anywhere. These include the SLCB Mobile App, the Mi Yone SLCB Moni Wallet, Corporate Internet Banking, and the USSD service via *944#. By promoting these alternatives, SLCB aims to maintain seamless banking services while the Wilkinson Road Branch undergoes upgrades.
The decision to temporarily close the branch reflects SLCB’s proactive approach to modernization and commitment to customer satisfaction. The rehabilitation project will focus on enhancing the physical infrastructure of the branch, improving operational workflow, and creating a more welcoming environment for both clients and staff. Customers can expect a refreshed branch space that is not only aesthetically upgraded but also designed to streamline service delivery and ensure security measures are strengthened.
SLCB officials stressed that the temporary closure is being implemented with careful planning to minimize inconvenience. “While we regret any disruption this may cause, our priority is to ensure that our customers have access to safe, reliable, and high-quality banking services at all times,” the statement read. The bank encouraged clients to plan their banking activities accordingly and to make use of the alternative branches and digital platforms available.
The rehabilitation initiative is part of SLCB’s broader strategy to modernize its facilities and enhance the overall customer experience. By upgrading the Wilkinson Road Branch, the bank is reaffirming its commitment to excellence, demonstrating that customer needs, safety, and convenience remain at the forefront of its operations.
Upon completion of the renovations, the bank expects to welcome customers back to an improved and fully modernized branch, featuring upgraded facilities, enhanced service counters, and more comfortable spaces for clients. SLCB continues to emphasize that these investments are designed to strengthen its reputation as a leading financial institution in Sierra Leone — one that genuinely cares about its clientele and their banking experience.
With this initiative, SLCB reinforces its promise to provide reliable, convenient, and secure banking solutions, ensuring that clients can confidently continue their financial activities, whether through physical branches or digital platforms, during the temporary closure period.
