Fidelity Bank Plc: Empowering Communities Through Education
Fidelity Bank Plc, a well-known financial institution, has once again showcased its dedication to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) focus on education, the bank recently embarked on significant projects to enhance educational facilities in Benin and Abuja, two key locations in Nigeria.
In Benin-City, Edo State, Fidelity Bank took on the task of renovating the library at Emotan College on Wire Road. This endeavor, part of the Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP), was spearheaded by the Phoenix Inductee Class of Fidelity Bank. The FHHP empowers Fidelity Bank employees to identify community needs, raise funds, and receive matching support from the bank to carry out impactful projects.
During the official handover ceremony, Ovie Mukoro, Regional Bank Head, Midwest 1, Fidelity Bank Plc, emphasized the project’s alignment with the bank’s CSR pillars, particularly in promoting quality education and youth empowerment. Mukoro underscored the bank’s commitment to improving the lives of its host communities through the generosity of its newly inducted staff who contributed funds to support the renovation project.
In attendance at the ceremony was Mrs. Idukpaye Henrietta, the Principal of Emotan Junior College, who expressed her gratitude for the investment in the school, recognizing it as an investment in the nation’s future. She eagerly anticipated a lasting partnership that would continue to uplift and empower the students. Similarly, Mrs. Sandra Iyalekhue, Acting Education Secretary at Oredo Local Government Education Authority (LGEA), commended Fidelity Bank for the initiative, noting its positive impact on the educational development of the students and the promotion of research work.
Meanwhile, in Abuja, Fidelity Bank extended its CSR commitment by donating 40 tables and chairs to LEA School in the Federal Capital Territory. This project, also carried out under the FHHP by the Prodigies Inductees Class, aimed to support quality education delivery in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 4 – Quality Education.
Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head of Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank Plc, stressed the significance of supporting education as a means of societal advancement. Nwagboh highlighted the bank’s aim to ensure that every child has access to essential educational resources, ultimately becoming an asset to their family, community, and nation.
Mr. Mohamed Musa, the headmaster of LEA School, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the timely donation, recognizing its importance in addressing the critical need for adequate classroom seating. The provision of tables and chairs would prevent students from having to sit on the floor during classes, ultimately enhancing their learning environment. Musa encouraged other corporations to follow Fidelity Bank’s lead in supporting quality education delivery.
These initiatives build upon Fidelity Bank’s longstanding commitment to the education sector. Notably, the bank launched the Read2Lead Initiative last year to promote a culture of reading and writing among young people. Additionally, Fidelity Bank hosted a webinar in September 2024, focusing on maintaining educational standards amid current economic challenges, as part of its strategy to enhance the country’s education system.
Ranked among Nigeria’s top banks, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-service Commercial Deposit Money Bank that serves over 8.5 million customers through digital banking channels, 251 business offices in Nigeria, and its subsidiary in the United Kingdom, FidBank UK Limited. The bank has received numerous local and international awards, underscoring its commitment to excellence and innovation in the banking sector.
As Fidelity Bank continues to make strides in empowering communities through education, its impact on the lives of students and the broader society remains a testament to the transformative power of corporate social responsibility initiatives.
