Fidelity Bank Expands Social Impact Footprint with Food Security Drive in Abeokuta

In a strategic move to bolster food security and support sustainable livelihoods across Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc has demonstrated its dedication to social impact through the donation of over 2,000 food packs to residents of Abeokuta, Ogun State. This initiative is part of the bank’s broader CSR efforts, under the umbrella of the Fidelity Food Bank Initiative.

The distribution event took place at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Cathedral, Itesi, Adatan, Abeokuta, highlighting the bank’s focus on vulnerable communities and access to essential resources. Since its launch in 2023, the Food Bank Initiative has delivered more than 300,000 food packs across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, emphasizing Fidelity Bank’s role in advancing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2 — Zero Hunger.

Speaking at the event, Folaranmi Jemirin, Regional Bank Head, South West 1, Fidelity Bank Plc, emphasized the bank’s ongoing commitment: “At Fidelity Bank, we remain committed to implementing Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives that improve the living conditions of our host communities and contribute to sustainable development. Through our Food Bank Initiative, we are not only providing relief to vulnerable families but also supporting the global goal of ending hunger and ensuring food security for all.”

Jemirin also highlighted the bank’s broader community investments, which extend beyond food support to include education, youth rehabilitation, women’s economic empowerment, and social welfare programs. “This initiative is about more than distributing food items. It is about restoring hope, strengthening communities, uplifting families, and providing meaningful support that contributes to their wellbeing. We are grateful to the Catholic Diocese and all our partners whose collaboration has made this outreach possible,” he added.

Rev. Fr. Dominic Olagbaju, Cathedral Administrator, expressed heartfelt appreciation for Fidelity Bank’s sustained investment in community well-being: “We sincerely appreciate Fidelity Bank for counting the Abeokuta community worthy of benefiting from this noble initiative. This gesture reflects a genuine compassion and a strong commitment to supporting vulnerable members of society. We commend the bank for consistently extending helping hands to communities and partnering with institutions like the Church to make meaningful social impact.”

Since its inception, the Fidelity Food Bank Initiative has become a flagship social intervention, leveraging strategic partnerships with religious bodies, community organizations, and stakeholders to alleviate hunger and foster inclusive development. As one of Nigeria’s top financial institutions, Fidelity Bank serves over 10 million customers via digital channels, 255 branches nationwide, and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.

Recognized with numerous awards — including the 2025 Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Innovation Award for MSME support, Best Retail and SME Bank Award from Independent Newspapers, and Nigeria’s Best Private Bank at the 2025 Euromoney Awards — Fidelity Bank continues to set industry standards in social responsibility, innovation, and community empowerment.