By JKNewsMedia
STUDENTS OF Eko Boys Junior High School, Mushin, Lagos State, received school bags and educational materials as part of a community development initiative that reinforces Fidelity Bank Plc’s commitment to quality education.
The initiative, executed under the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP), reflects the bank’s long-standing approach to corporate social responsibility, which empowers staff to identify community needs and implement sustainable projects with matching support from the bank.
At the donation ceremony, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, reaffirmed the institution’s belief in education as a foundation for societal progress.
“Education remains one of the most powerful tools for transforming lives and shaping the future of our nation,” Nwagboh stated. “
“At Fidelity Bank, we believe our role extends beyond financial services. It includes investing in the growth and well-being of the communities we serve.
“Through our CSR pillars and the FHHP, we are committed to creating real social impact. By supporting these young students today, we are helping to equip the next generation with confidence, hope, and the tools they need to thrive.”
The gesture, facilitated by Team Eminence Inductees Class of 2025, was received with appreciation by the school management, teachers, and students who described it as a timely intervention in support of learning.
Principal of Eko Boys Junior High School, Mr Falola Gabriel, expressed gratitude to the bank for selecting the school for the initiative. He commended the project’s impact on student welfare and appealed for sustained collaboration in improving learning facilities.
“We sincerely thank Fidelity Bank for this generous gesture,” Gabriel said. “While the school bags will greatly benefit our students, we also appeal for continued support in other areas such as computers, fans, and classroom furniture, which are essential to enhancing the teaching and learning environment.”
Vice Principal of the school, Mrs Kasunmu Mercy, noted that the donation would ease financial strain on parents and provide students with the means to better organise their study materials.
“We deeply appreciate Fidelity Bank’s effort at a time when many parents are struggling to meet their children’s educational needs,” she said.
“This support not only encourages our students but also contributes to a more organised and motivated learning environment.”
Students who benefited from the gesture also shared their excitement. One of them, Ojomo David, expressed gratitude on behalf of his peers, stating that the donation would go a long way in supporting their educational journey.
“Receiving these school bags makes us feel valued,” David said. “It shows that organisations like Fidelity Bank truly care about our future and education.”
Through the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme, a statement issued says the bank continues to drive social impact projects that promote education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability across Nigeria.
The initiative, which allows employees to propose and champion CSR projects, reflects the bank’s dedication to fostering a culture of empathy and collective responsibility.
Its social impact record also includes the renovation of classrooms, donation of medical supplies, and provision of learning materials to underserved communities.
Each project under the FHHP is jointly funded by staff contributions and the bank’s matching grants, reinforcing its people-centred development philosophy, the statement noted, the bank stated.
