Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting quality education and youth development with the renovation of an administrative building at Community Secondary School, Enugwuabo Ufuma, in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The fully refurbished one-storey administrative block was handed over to the school community at a ceremony attended by government officials, community leaders, and stakeholders.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Nosa Orumwense, Regional Bank Head, Fidelity Bank Plc, Awka, said the initiative reflects the bank’s sustained investment in education as a driver of inclusive and sustainable development. He noted that the project goes beyond infrastructure, representing an opportunity to improve learning outcomes and foster a supportive environment for both students and teachers.
“By enhancing the educational infrastructure of this community, we are creating a setting that encourages learning, discipline and pride, while contributing to the long-term development of our youths,” Orumwense stated.
Representing Governor Chukwuma Soludo, Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Professor Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, described the intervention as a strong example of effective corporate social responsibility. She explained that the school had previously been placed on an emergency list due to poor facilities, raising safety concerns for staff and students.
“Corporate social responsibility gives organisations a human face. What Fidelity Bank has done here demonstrates compassion and a genuine commitment to improving lives. The transformation of this school is clear evidence of meaningful impact,” Chuma-Udeh said, while expressing the state government’s appreciation to the bank.
The renovation forms part of Fidelity Bank’s broader CSR strategy, which focuses on empowering communities, supporting educational institutions, and creating long-term socio-economic value across Nigeria.
Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-service commercial deposit money bank serving over 9.1 million customers through its digital platforms, 255 business offices nationwide, and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited. The bank has received multiple local and international awards, including recognition for digital transformation, MSME banking, mobile banking innovation, and SME support from institutions such as BusinessDay, Global Business Outlook, Global Brands Magazine, and Euromoney.
By Kehinde Ibrahim, Lagos
