FirstBank is a major bank in West Africa and a leading provider of financial inclusion services, today is a groundbreaking ceremony for its iconic headquarters office building in Eko Atlantic City, Lagos.
This ambitious 40-storey building project will be the tallest building in Nigeria and will be an engineering and environmental pleasure due to its technologically advanced, environmentally friendly and sophisticated architecture that will set new standards for the financial services sector in Africa.
A groundbreaking ceremony means the beginning of a transformative journey that strengthens Firstbank’s commitment to excellence, innovation and customer satisfaction. The new headquarters is designed to be sustainable and features a green certified building that reduces operating costs and positions as a leader in sustainable banking, first shore position.
According to Olusegun Alebiosu, CEO, FirstBank Group, “We are proud to mark this significant milestone in our journey towards excellence. Our new Head Office is envisioned as a world-class structure that represents our dedication to innovation, customer satisfaction, and sustainability. We believe that this development will play a crucial role in fostering economic growth and development across Africa, creating long-term value for all our stakeholders.”
With over 130 years of legacy, FirstBank has consistently demonstrated a commitment to innovation, customer-centric and sustainable business practices. The bank has strong international operations in nine countries on three continents.
Firstholdco Chairman Femi Otedola added: “Today’s gathering highlights the importance of collaboration and support across departments to bring our ambitious new headquarters program to life. We thank our clients and stakeholders for their relentless support in their efforts to transform this vision into reality.”
Outstanding VIPs will attend groundbreaking ceremonies including President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, Senator and legislator, State Governor, Federal Minister and Industrial Captain. The event marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the history of Firstbank’s legend, cementing its role as a leader in the African financial industry.
Olayinka Fabyi
Ag. Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communication
Nigeria First Bank Co., Ltd.
