FirstBank Pledges Support for Middle Market, Emerging Corporates
FirstBank, Nigeria's oldest financial institution, has underscored its commitment to empowering middle market and emerging corporates. The bank, led by Managing Director Olusegun Alebiosu, recognizes the challenges faced by these businesses, including limited access to finance and inadequate advisory support. FirstBank aims to bridge these gaps through tailored products, digital solutions, and strategic partnerships.
At the 31st Nigeria Economic Summit, FirstBank joined forces with numerous organizations to address financing gaps and foster business growth. The session, titled 'Reimagining Finance for Inclusion', explored how finance can accelerate business development and create an enabling environment. FirstBank's Group Executive, Commercial Banking, North Division, Aishatu Bubaram, emphasized the crucial role of middle market and emerging corporates in Nigeria's prosperity.
FirstBank's 131-year legacy lies in serving SMEs and large corporates with tailored banking solutions. The bank is deliberate about empowering these businesses, as Alebiosu believes that supporting SMEs and emerging corporates drives the evolution of the Nigerian economy. To achieve this, FirstBank commits to expanding access to financial solutions, deploying technology, and forging partnerships.
FirstBank's efforts to support sustainable development and shared prosperity require collaboration across policy, industry, and technology. By joining forces with other organizations, FirstBank aims to close financing gaps and employ digital solutions to address business challenges. This collective commitment, supported by Olusegun Alebiosu, underscores the importance of access to finance for the real sector's growth and the nation's prosperity.
