
Al Baraka Islamic Bank celebrates Winners of Al Barakat grand prize for December 2024
Al Baraka Islamic Bank (AIB), a leading Islamic financial institution in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the winners of the Al Barakat Grand Prize for December 2024, totalling USD600,000.
Two prizes of USD300,000 each were awarded to both Sabah Khamis Isa and Adel Mohammed Jameel during an eventful ceremony held at the bank's headquarters in Bahrain Bay.
Dr. Adel Salem, the Bank's CEO and management members greeting the winners.
The bank also revealed the date for the first draw of the Al Barakat Grand Prizes in 2025, amounting to USD500,000, which will take place on March 3, with two winners each receiving USD250,000.
Al Barakat account serves to enhance the spirit of appreciation and respect between the bank and its customers, as it highlights the bank's commitment to providing tangible added value to customers and its dedication to introducing rewarding incentive schemes that encourage clients to continue investing and saving experience aimed at fulfilling their financial hopes and ambitions, thereby enhancing customer loyalty and trust in the bank.
At the same time, Al Baraka Islamic Bank is preparing to announce more details on the Al Barakat account scheme for 2025, including larger prizes that reflect the diverse aspirations and needs of customers.
The bank is keen to offer innovative investment platforms along with additional prizes that align with customers' expectations, ensuring it remains at the forefront of leading Islamic banks in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
On this occasion, Mazin Dhaif, Chief Retail Officer at Al Baraka Islamic Bank, stated: 'We are pleased to announce the winners of the Al Barakat Grand Prize for the month of December. We take pride in offering attractive prizes that reflect our deep commitment to our customers. The Al Barakat account embodies our vision of enhancing our customers' banking experience and meeting their needs and aspirations.'
It is worth noting that the minimum deposit of BD50 in the Sharia-compliant Al Barakat account provides customers with the chance to win rewarding cash prizes.
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