First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) says it is harnessing strength and skills of the nation’s youths through arts by creating mass employment, promoting economic development and preserving Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage. The FBN’s Executive Director, Retail Banking, South Directorate, Mr Oluseyi Oyefeso, said this during a stage play, “Kúrunmí”...
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By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has called for enhanced dedication and collaboration among organizations, philanthropists, and policymakers to deliver surgeries, rehabilitation, and reintegration programs for Vesico Vaginal Fistula (VVF) patients in Nigeria. NATIONAL ACCORD reports that Vesico Vaginal Fistula is a medical condition that...
FirstBank, has emerged winner of 2024 Euromoney award for its contributions and commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investments in Nigeria, facilitated through innovative financial solutions and initiatives. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the bank on Sunday in Lagos. Euromoney recognised FirstBank’s significant...
The ‘Giant in you’ campaign of the FirstBank has again confirmed the common expression that ‘apple doesn’t fall far from the tree’ given the history of the financial brand and its legendary relevance to the growth of enterprises, within and outside Nigeria. In its usual creative conjecture, 13O-year-old FirstBank,...
Ambassador Nimi Akinkugbe (middle) flanked by other participants during the 100WF programme sponsored by FirstBank Ltd. on Friday night in Lagos Ambassador Nimi Akinkugbe, Nigeria’s Ambassador to Greece, has called for increased female participation in the Nigerian workforce across all sectors, as a critical factor in unlocking the...
”The Noble Warrior,” a theatrical performance of Eni Ogun has been listed as part of the birthday celebrations and activities in honour Nobel Laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka at 90. Announcing its sponsorship of the Lagos command performance in a statement on Tuesday, the Group Head, Marketing and Corporate...
FirstBank of Nigeria (FBN) has affirmed that Nigeria can boost its economy by promoting and exporting its creative arts to the world. FBN Group Head, Public Sector West, Dr Timothy Arowoogun, said this in Ibadan on Tuesday at the recreation of a stage play, “Oke...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja – Tragedy struck on Thursday in Abaji Area Council of Abuja, as three individuals lost their lives in a fierce gun battle between a combined team of Nigerian Police and Military personnel, and a 15-man gang attempting to rob First Bank PLC. According to a...
FirstBank has won two awards by emerging Best SME Bank in both Nigeria and Africa at the Asian Banker Global Excellence Retail Awards 2024. FirstBank Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Ms Folake Ani-Mumuney, in a statement on Monday while expressing her delight, dedicated the two awards to...
FBN Holdings Plc declared N238.53 billion profit before tax (PBT) in its unaudited first quarter (Q1) ended March 31, 2024 results, which was about 325.2percent growth from the N56.1 billion reported in Q1 ended March 31, 2023. The Q1 2024 results was a reflection of 2023 impressive...
First Bank of Nigeria Ltd, with Rotary Club International, District 9110, has distributed N20 million worth start-up kits to 102 beneficiaries in Lagos to empower them across various trades. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that start-up kits distributed included: grinding machines, plumbing kits, deep freezers, sewing...
FirstBank has launched the second season of its Cash Out promo designed to reward users of FirstMobile, its industry-leading mobile banking solution. The FirstBank Cash Out Promo 2.0 which began on Monday, 15 January 2024, ends on Friday, 15 March 2024, and is open to new and existing...
FirstBank of Nigeria Ltd., on Friday rewarded 930 customers in the third edition of its ongoing four-month “Win Big Promo” draw, which started on Oct. 23, 2023. The promo, expected to end on Feb. 23, is targeting 1,240 customers with 310 of them to win from the N170...
FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, was announced as the Best Corporate Bank at the recent prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence, Nigeria 2023. The Bank clinched the coveted award based on its 130-year commitment to enabling its corporate customers achieve success through relevant and...
…. With over 4.6 trillion-naira loans to customers in Q3 2023, FirstBank is committed to economic growth and transformation. At the dawn of the new year, it is natural for the Nigerian banking sector operators to anticipate dynamic shifts in regulations, increased digital innovations, and a...
By Bolaji Israel Afrobeat’s sensation, Adekunle Gold, popularly known as AG Baby, mesmerised hundreds of music lovers and inspired youths at a pre-Christmas concert sponsored by FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier financial institution. The event, aptly named “Stacked December Party,” took place on December 22, 2023, at the Palms...
First Bank of Nigeria Ltd. has announced its sponsorship of Kakadu the Musical, a theatre production from the stables of Playhouse Initiative. The Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Mrs Folake Ani-Mumuney, said this in a statement on Monday in Lagos. She said the play would return to...
By BOLAJI ISREAL, Lagos – It promises to be a spectacular celebration of extraordinary talent as FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier bank takes centre stage as the lead sponsor of the highly anticipated ‘A Night of Queens’ concert. The all-female showcase of musical and creative talents will take...
By BOLAJI ISRAEL – It promises to be a spectacular celebration of extraordinary talent as FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier bank takes centre stage as the lead sponsor of the highly anticipated ‘A Night of Queens’ concert. The all-female showcase of musical and creative talents will take place on Sunday, December...
First Bank of Nigeria Ltd. has rewarded 310 valued customers with N100,000 each, in the maiden draw of its WinBig Promo. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the presentation took place at the Marina branch, on Friday, in Lagos. The four-month promo, which started on Oct....