Yemisi Izuora
Fidelity Bank Plc, has demonstrated its commitment to the provision of quality education and community development with the donation of school bags and other educational items to the students of Eko Boys Junior High School, Mushin, Lagos State.
The initiative was carried out under the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP), the bank’s staff-led Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform where employees identify community needs and receive matching funds from the bank to implement sustainable solutions.
Speaking at the donation ceremony, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, emphasized the importance of education in building a thriving society.
“Education remains one of the most powerful tools for transforming lives and shaping the future of our nation. At Fidelity Bank, we believe that our role goes beyond providing financial services. It includes investing in the growth and wellbeing of the communities we serve. Through our CSR pillars and the FHHP, we are committed to creating real social impact. By supporting these young students today, we are helping to equip the next generation with confidence, hope, and the tools they need to thrive.”
The donation which was facilitated by Team Eminence Inductees Class of 2025, was warmly received by the school management, teachers, and students.
The Principal of Eko Boys Junior High School, Mr. Falola Gabriel, expressed gratitude to Fidelity Bank for choosing the school, highlighting the importance of partnerships in improving education.
“We sincerely thank Fidelity Bank for this generous gesture. While the school bags will greatly benefit our students, we also appeal for continued support in other areas such as computers, fans, and classroom furniture, which are essential to enhancing the teaching and learning environment,” Falola stated.
Similarly, the Vice Principal of the school, Mrs. Kasunmu Mercy, expressed appreciation for the timely donation, emphasizing that the school bags would help reduce the financial burden on parents and provide students with better means of organizing their learning materials.
Student beneficiaries, including Ojomo David, shared their excitement and appreciation, affirming that the bank’s gesture reflected genuine care for their education and overall well-being.
Through the FHHP, Fidelity Bank continues to make meaningful strides in its commitment to social responsibility by promoting access to quality education, supporting underserved communities, and fostering a culture of giving among its employees. The initiative underscores the bank’s broader mission to create lasting positive change beyond the scope of traditional banking.
Ranked among the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged Commercial Deposit Money Bank serving over 9.1 million customers through digital banking channels, its 255 business offices in Nigeria and United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.
The Bank is a recipient of multiple local and international Awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards; the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award for its Fidelity Mobile App by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider award by Global Brands Magazine. Additionally, the Bank was recognized as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and as the Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.