Fidelity Bank’s First‑Quarter 2026 Earnings Rise 38% to

Fidelity Bank reported a 38% increase in first‑quarter 2026 earnings, driven by higher net interest income, stronger loan growth, and tighter cost control. The bank’s profit before tax rose to about NGN 1.2 billion, up from NGN 870 million a year earlier, while its earnings per share climbed to NGN 12.5. Management highlighted continued demand for retail and SME financing and a stable macro‑economic environment as key factors behind the performance. Views Nigeria