FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited, a leading provider of integrated financial and wealth solutions, reaffirmed its commitment to shaping a financially empowered generation by extending its financial literacy campaign to King’s College Lagos last week.
This initiative, held in commemoration of World Savings Day 2025, equipped students with practical knowledge on financial independence and long-term wealth creation.
The programme, championed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as part of its national financial enlightenment mandate, underscores the critical role of financial institutions in fostering a culture of savings and prudent financial habits among young Nigerians.
Speaking on the theme “Beyond Savings – Building Financial Resilience,” Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited, Afolabi Olorode, emphasized that financial literacy is fundamental to sustainable economic empowerment and urged students to embrace disciplined financial habits early. He reaffirmed that FBNQuest remains committed to supporting initiatives that build a financially astute generation capable of driving Nigeria’s economic growth.
He added that the bank’s participation in World Savings Day aligns with its broader Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability (CR&S) agenda, which prioritizes financial inclusion, literacy, and empowerment across all demographics.
The interactive session saw students actively engage with questions on budgeting, managing allowances, and making informed financial decisions—demonstrating the growing interest in financial education among young Nigerians.
Expressing appreciation, Principal of Kings’ College Lagos, Mr. Magaji Zachariah, remarked: “We are delighted to host FBNQuest Merchant Bank for this impactful initiative. Practical financial education is as critical as academic excellence, and today’s session will undoubtedly equip our students to become responsible, financially disciplined adults.”
World Savings Day is an annual global awareness campaign aimed at educating people, especially young people, on the significance of prudent financial planning. The day is observed every year on October 31, with various financial sector players all over the world marking the day with educational campaigns and activities to raise awareness about the importance of savings for future needs.
