Access Bank has issued a statement regarding the arrest of Stephen Ifeanyichukwu Ejezie, a former Quality Assurance Specialist at its contact centre in Oniru, Lagos State. Ejezie was apprehended after being caught secretly recording female colleagues in a restroom. A subsequent raid on his residence uncovered over 400 video clips, some of which were allegedly sold online through platforms like OnlyFans and Telegram.CONTINUE READING
In its response, Access Bank confirmed that the matter has been handed over to the appropriate authorities, who are conducting an investigation. The bank emphasized its full cooperation with the authorities and reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and any form of privacy violation. Access Bank also stated that it is actively engaging with the affected employees to provide all necessary support. ​
This incident has raised concerns among employees about the breach of privacy and the handling of the situation. While Access Bank has taken steps to address the issue, some staff members have expressed apprehension about the potential circulation of the videos and the adequacy of the bank’s response. ​
The case highlights the importance of stringent privacy measures in workplaces and the need for swift and transparent actions when such violations occur.