Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its dedication to improving education and community development with a donation of school bags and learning materials to students of Eko Boys Junior High School, Mushin, Lagos.
The gesture was part of the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP) — the bank’s staff-driven Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform that empowers employees to identify community needs and implement sustainable projects with the bank’s support.
During the handover ceremony, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank, highlighted the transformative power of education and the bank’s role in promoting social progress.
“Education is one of the strongest tools for nation-building,” he said. “At Fidelity Bank, we see ourselves not only as financial service providers but as partners in community growth. Through initiatives like FHHP, we invest in the future of young Nigerians by equipping them with the confidence and resources to succeed.”
The donation, facilitated by Team Eminence Inductees, Class of 2025, was warmly received by the school’s management and students.
The school’s Principal, Mr. Falola Gabriel, expressed appreciation to the bank for its intervention, noting that such partnerships help address key infrastructural and learning challenges.
“We deeply appreciate Fidelity Bank’s generosity. These school bags will go a long way in supporting our students,” he said, appealing for further assistance in providing items like computers, fans, and classroom furniture.
Vice Principal Mrs. Kasunmu Mercy also commended the bank for easing the financial burden on parents while improving students’ learning experiences.
Student beneficiaries, including Ojomo David, shared their gratitude, describing the bank’s gesture as a reflection of genuine concern for their education and well-being.
Through the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme, the bank continues to promote access to quality education, empower underserved communities, and strengthen its culture of employee volunteerism.
Fidelity Bank, which serves over 9.1 million customers across its digital platforms, 255 branches in Nigeria, and a UK subsidiary — FidBank UK Limited — remains a leader in corporate social responsibility and innovation.
The institution has earned multiple local and international awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay, the Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award by Global Business Outlook, and recognition as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by Euromoney.
