Fidelity Bank Plc has strengthened its commitment to community development and youth empowerment with the donation of educational and hygiene materials to pupils of Wesley Nursery and Primary School in the Makoko Waterfront Community, Lagos, under its Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP).
The outreach, led by the Bank’s Risk Management Directorate, formed part of a Back-to-School intervention aimed at improving learning conditions and promoting personal hygiene among children in one of Lagos’ most underserved communities. Under the FHHP initiative, Fidelity Bank staff receive matching financial support from the bank’s management to implement community-focused projects that address pressing local needs.
A total of 124 primary school pupils benefited from the initiative. Donated items included school bags, exercise books, writing materials, towels, soap, toothpaste, and toothbrushes, all designed to support academic development and encourage healthy living.
Speaking during the outreach, the Divisional Head, Remedial Assets, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Damian Orizu, who represented the Executive Director and Chief Risk Officer, Mr. Kevin Ugwuoke, said the initiative reflects the bank’s belief that sustainable business growth is closely tied to the wellbeing of host communities.
“At Fidelity Bank, we strongly believe that our growth and success are closely linked to the wellbeing of the communities where we operate,” Dr. Orizu said. “This outreach is our way of investing in the future of Makoko’s children by supporting their education and promoting good hygiene, which are critical foundations for long-term development.”
He added that the FHHP highlights the passion and commitment of Fidelity Bank employees to making meaningful social impact, commending the Risk Management Directorate for spearheading the intervention.
The Baale of Adogbo (1) Community, Makoko, Chief Victor Panke, expressed appreciation to Fidelity Bank for its continued support, citing the financial and transportation challenges faced by children in the area.
“This support will go a long way in easing the burden on our children and their families,” Chief Panke said. “Many pupils struggle daily with transportation across the lagoon just to attend school. We are grateful to Fidelity Bank and appeal for continued assistance, especially in providing boats to help our children access education more safely.”
The Makoko outreach marks Fidelity Bank’s third intervention in the community within two months, further underscoring its commitment to education, hygiene, and sustainable community development, particularly in vulnerable communities.
Fidelity Bank Plc is one of Nigeria’s leading commercial deposit money banks, serving over 9.1 million customers through its digital banking platforms, 255 business offices nationwide, and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.
The bank has received several local and international accolades, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay BAFI Awards, the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application Award by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider Award by Global Brands Magazine. It was also named Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay BAFI Awards.
