First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has been honoured with the Changemaker Collaboration Award by Enactus Nigeria for its support in helping young Nigerians grow as leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers.

The award was presented in Lagos on July 3, 2025, at the 25th Anniversary Gala and Awards ceremony of Enactus Nigeria. The body empowers young leaders to drive social and economic change through innovative projects and is in over 30 tertiary institutions nationwide.

Michael Ajayi, Country Manager of Enactus Nigeria, commended FCMB's consistent support and corporate vision, saying: "FCMB's unwavering commitment to the Enactus movement has gone beyond sponsorship?it is a true collaboration rooted in shared values of innovation, inclusion, and youth empowerment. The bank's belief in the potential of Nigerian students has helped us deliver measurable impact in dozens of communities. FCMB has shown what it means to be a changemaker, not just in word, but in action."

At the event, FCMB reaffirmed its commitment to capacity building, innovation, and sustainable development. Omoniyi Iyanda, Head of CSR and Sustainability, who represented the bank, said: "We are honoured to receive this recognition from Enactus Nigeria, an organisation whose work aligns with FCMB's purpose of fostering inclusive and sustainable growth. Our partnership with Enactus reflects our belief in young Nigerians as catalysts for economic transformation. By equipping them with skills, resources, and a platform to lead social change, we are building a future where innovation drives prosperity for all."

Over the years, FCMB has played a key role in helping Enactus Nigeria expand its impact across tertiary institutions by providing students with the tools, training, and support they need to develop innovative solutions to real community challenges. Through the annual Enactus Challenge, the Bank has supported students in discovering their potential and turning their ideas into practical, visible projects that drive sustainable development. These projects span clean energy, agribusiness, financial literacy, and gender equality.

This recognition highlights FCMB's role as one of Nigeria's most socially responsible banks. Beyond CSR, the Bank drives entrepreneurship and community development by promoting economic inclusion, giving individuals and small businesses better access to financial tools, training, and growth opportunities.

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