First Bank of Nigeria Plc is set to train and mentor no fewer than 3,700 students across 37 schools nationwide in financial literacy as part of activities marking the 2026 Global Money Week.
The initiative, which will be implemented across the six geopolitical zones and the Federal Capital Territory, is designed to equip young Nigerians with practical money management skills, including saving, earning, budgeting, and responsible spending. It also combines classroom learning with direct mentorship, as bank staff will engage students through its “Future First” initiative.
Speaking in Kaduna, the Acting Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Olayinka Ijabiyi, said the programme reflects the bank’s commitment to raising financially responsible young people through early education.
“Money touches every part of our lives, from how we save for the future to how we spend today,” he said, stressing the importance of introducing financial knowledge at a young age.
He added, “Starting early to teach young people about money helps them to build resilience and make smarter decisions.”
The programme is part of the 2026 Global Money Week campaign themed “Smart Money Talks,” which runs from March 16 to May 2. According to Ijabiyi, the campaign encourages open discussions about money while helping young people understand how financial decisions affect individuals, communities, and the environment.
Beyond basic financial education, the bank is also promoting long-term thinking and sustainability among participants. Ijabiyi noted that the initiative aligns with the bank’s Environmental, Social, and Governance commitments, particularly in the areas of education, welfare, and youth development.
He explained that the campaign’s slogan, “Learn, Save, Earn,” captures its core objective of building financially independent and self-reliant young Nigerians.
“With this effort, young Nigerians are learning that every naira saved, earned, or invested can make a meaningful difference,” he said.
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun Alebiosu, is also expected to personally lead one of the outreach teams, reinforcing the bank’s hands-on approach to youth financial education.
