First Bank of Nigeria PLC has unveiled plans to train no fewer than 3,700 students across the country on financial literacy as part of activities marking the 2026 Global Money Week.
The initiative was disclosed by the Acting Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Olayinka Ijabiyi, during an interview with journalists on Saturday in Kaduna.
Ijabiyi said the programme is designed to equip students with essential financial knowledge and life skills, enabling them to make informed decisions about money from an early age.
He explained that Global Money Week is an annual campaign focused on helping young people understand key financial concepts, including saving, earning, and making responsible financial choices.
According to him, the 2026 edition, which runs from March 16 to May 2 under the theme “Smart Money Talks,” aims to promote open conversations about money, boost financial confidence among young people, and highlight the broader impact of financial decisions on individuals, communities, and the environment.
“Money touches every part of our lives, from the way we save for the future to how we spend today. Our financial choices shape not only our personal wellbeing but also the communities and environment around us,” he said.
Ijabiyi stressed that early financial education is critical in preparing young people for the future, noting that it helps build resilience and encourages responsible financial habits.
He added that the initiative aligns with the bank’s sustainability and environmental, social, and governance commitments, as well as its broader focus on education, health, and welfare.
Through its Future First initiative, the bank will deploy staff members to schools across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to engage students on the importance of financial literacy and responsible money management.
Ijabiyi disclosed that the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun Alebiosu, will personally lead one of the outreach teams, guiding students on the fundamentals of financial management and entrepreneurship.
He said the programme is expected to reach 37 schools across the six geopolitical zones, impacting at least 3,700 students.
According to him, the campaign slogan “Learn, Save, Earn” reflects the core objective of the initiative, encouraging young people to understand how money works, develop a saving culture, and build the capacity to earn and sustain themselves.
He added that the programme is also aimed at promoting long term thinking, stressing that financial literacy goes beyond budgeting to include building a sustainable future.
Ijabiyi noted that the initiative will help young Nigerians understand that every financial decision, no matter how small, can have lasting effects on their personal lives, their communities, and the broader society.
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