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FirstBank’s ₦1trn digital loan disbursement milestone and th new era of inclusive lending in Nigeria

    For decades, Nigeria’s credit system posed significant challenges for small businesses and low-income earners, who often struggled to qualify for loans. Traditional banks demanded collaterals, guarantors, and endless paperwork, effectively shutting out a large portion of the population working in the informal economy. FirstBank’s digital lending model flipped[Read More…]

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FirstBank champions inclusive Fintech innovation at Canada-Africa Fintech Summit (CAFS 2025)

  FirstBank proudly sponsored the recently held Canada-Africa Fintech Summit (CAFS 2025), which took place from August 5–8 at the Sheraton Centre in Downtown Toronto. Convened by Dr. Segun Aina, President of the African Fintech Network, CAFS 2025 was a landmark event that united fintech leaders, regulators, startups, and investors[Read More…]

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FirstBank Retains Top Spot as Nigeria’s Best Bank for ESG At 2025 Euromoney Awards

    FirstBank, the West African premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, has emerged as Nigeria’s Best Bank for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, held recently in London. This marks FirstBank’s second consecutive win in the ESG category, affirming its[Read More…]

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FirstBank partners UNGC to drive sustainable finance and unlock capital for development 

  FirstBank, the West Africa premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, has strengthened its partnership with the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) to reaffirm its commitment to driving sustainable finance and unlocking capital for development. This ongoing partnership was reinforced at the recently concluded Fourth International Conference on[Read More…]

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FirstBank files appeal

Injunction and stay of execution  Cargo remains under arrest  In a surprising twist of events, its decision delivered today, the Federal High Court in a surprising shift from the true nature of FirstBank ’s claim held that the matter is not a maritime claim but rather, a simple case of[Read More…]

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FirstBank partners with PCAF to combat climate change

  FirstBank has teamed up with the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) to promote sustainable finance, combat climate change and advance sustainable socioeconomic development. Ms Folake Ani-Mumuney, Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications of the bank, announced the collaboration in a statement in Lagos on Tuesday. She said that[Read More…]

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FirstBank celebrates 63 years of Golf Excellence with Lagos Amateur Open

Nigeria’s premier financial institution, FirstBank has announced the 63rd edition of the FirstBank Lagos Amateur Open Golf Championship. The bank said that the international golf tournament, held under the First@Sports initiative, reinforced its unwavering commitment to sports development and nation-building. Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, FirstBank, Folake Ani-Mumuney said,[Read More…]

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