FCMB Supports Young Nigerians in Developing Money‑Management Skills

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has expanded its financial literacy program for secondary school students across Nigeria, equipping young people with practical money‑management skills.

The effort, carried out in partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as part of the 2026 Global Money Week celebration, reached thousands of students in all six geopolitical zones of the country.

Named “Smart Money Talks,” the program was designed to introduce students to basic financial concepts early and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to make informed financial decisions in a complex economic environment. Through interactive sessions held in Lagos, Kano, Abuja, Adamawa, Ogun, Imo, and Akwa‑Ibom states, participants learned about prudent resource management, budgeting, responsible spending, a savings culture, and productive use of money.

Speaking about the initiative, FCMB’s Divisional Head of Corporate Affairs, Diran Olojo, said that financial literacy is a vital life skill for young people.

“This initiative goes beyond teaching money management. Financial literacy empowers people, promotes responsible behaviour, and supports long‑term economic inclusion. We want to nurture a generation that is informed, self‑reliant, and equipped to make sound financial choices,” he said.

In his lecture to students at Hasiyanda Secondary School in Kano, FCMB’s Zonal Head for the North‑West, Ali Yahaya, remarked: “Understanding money is one of the most important life skills you can develop. Financial literacy helps you make informed choices, avoid costly mistakes, and build a secure future regardless of your background or income level. Saving is not just about setting money aside; it builds discipline, resilience, and long‑term thinking. Developing good financial habits early can shape opportunities and improve your future.”