06/08/2026
🚨 PUBLIC NOTICE: DISREGARD RUMORS REGARDING UNITY BANK ACCOUNT UPDATES
Dear Kano State Civil Servants,
We have observed a viral message circulating on social media claiming that all Unity Bank customers must visit branches to "activate" new account numbers due to the merger with Providus Bank.
Please be informed: THIS INFORMATION IS FALSE AND MISLEADING.
There is no directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) or the Kano State Government mandating workers to change their bank details. Please be guided by the following verified facts:
1. THE MERGER IS REAL, BUT ACCOUNTS ARE UNCHANGED
Unity Bank and Providus Bank have successfully completed their merger to operate as a single entity, ProvidusUnity Bank, effective June 26, 2026. This is a corporate integration managed at the bank's backend.
- Your Account Remains Valid: Your existing account number, BVN, and debit (ATM) card remain 100% active and functional.
- No Manual Activation: You do not need to visit a branch or "activate" a new account number. The systems have been merged automatically by the banks to ensure service continuity.
2. NO KANO STATE GOVERNMENT DIRECTIVE
There is NO official circular from the Kano State Ministry of Finance or the Office of the Head of Service requiring civil servants to change their salary accounts due to this merger.
- Ignore Fake Deadlines: Any message claiming a "15-8-2026" deadline is a fabrication designed to cause panic.
- Salary Security: Recent salary concerns in Kano State—such as the July 2026 technical glitch—are unrelated to the bank merger.
3. HOW TO VERIFY YOUR ACCOUNT STATUS
Do not leave your duty posts or crowd bank branches based on unverified rumors. If you have concerns, use only official channels:
- Official App: Log in to your existing Unity Bank mobile app. Any necessary branding updates will occur automatically via the official Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Customer Care: Call the official number printed on the back of your ATM card.
- Official Website: Visit www.unitybankng.com. Official notices regarding the merger are posted there, and no such "account activation" notice exists.
Stay informed. Only trust information issued on official Kano State Government letterheads or via verified state media channels.
Signed,
Admin, Kano State Civil Servants (Page & Group)