Muscat, April 8th 2015

During the recently held 10th Muscat Securities Market (MSM) Forum, Bank Nizwa addressed students from Sultan Qaboos University, highlighting the importance and benefits associated with Shari'a-compliant banking. During the workshop, the Bank's representatives offered students insights into the basic principles of Islamic finance to help them save and identify promising investment opportunities.

The Forum's theme of saving and investing represented a significant opportunity for Bank Nizwa to highlight how the future leaders of Oman can embrace Shari'a-compliant solutions in their day-to-day lives whether personally or professionally. In addition, it provided them with valuable knowledge and insights to assist them in defining their financial goals, finding new ways to maximize their savings and making sound investment decisions that will ultimately help them lead financially secure lifestyles.

Bank Nizwa's participation come as part of its 'Islamic Finance Knowledge Series' roadshow, which aims to empower 1,000 students from across the Sultanate with the knowledge on Islamic finance and shari'a-compliant products and services by the end of 2015. Utilizing this platform, the Bank also participated in the Forum's exhibition to engage students, offering them insights on the industry and how it compares to conventional banking, while making the Bank's experts available to answer any questions.

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About Bank Nizwa
Bank Nizwa is Oman's first dedicated Islamic bank offering a unique banking experience that combines Shari'a compliant products and services with today's dynamic financial requirements. Since its inception in January 2013, the Bank has become a reliable partner to a growing customer-base seeking an alternative to conventional banking. With a number of innovative and competitive propositions, its portfolio ranges from a full suite of personal banking solutions to relationship management and treasury products for global markets.

With less than two years of operations, Bank Nizwa has expanded its reach, opening ten branches across Oman in Muscat, Ghoubra, Al Khoud, Barka, Nizwa, Samail, Sohar, Ibra, Sur and Salalah. As of December 31st 2014, its total assets reached OMR 253 million, representing a 29% growth over the same period in 2013 with shares traded on the Muscat Securities Market (OM: BKNZ). Further information on Bank Nizwa is available on www.banknizwa.om.

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