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BSP launches first ATM in Maprik
BANK South Pacific has launched its first ATM (automatic teller
machine) in Maprik, East Sepik province.
The machine was the first ever to be installed in the area.
Stanley Bole, BSP branch manager in Maprik, said at the launch
that BSP would strive to become the dominant bank in the country.
Mr Bole said the ATM would not only reduce the usual long queue at
the bank but would also serve customers in central Sepik and
neighbouring Nuku and Lumi in Sandaun province.
Maprik businessmen association chairman Yalui Nongi said it was an
exciting time for the indigenous business houses in the district
as they will now be enjoying the luxury of ATM enjoyed by other
centres.
Mr Nongi thanked the BSP management for bringing its services to
their doorsteps as the facility would spur business in the area.
Maprik district administrator Simon Failou, who was the first to
use the ATM, urged everyone to look after the property as it will
speed up time in withdrawing cash.
The ATM will operate seven days a week from 6am to 7pm.
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