Unity Bank Empowers Students with Financial Literacy Skills for Global Money Week 

iexclusivenews – Unity Bank Plc has taken a proactive step in promoting financial literacy among students, engaging over 15 schools across the country as part of the 2024 Global Money Week.

This initiative, in collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria and Bankers Committee, aims to drive financial inclusion and empower young minds with essential financial skills.

Financial Literacy Training: A Path to Wealth Creation

Unity Bank’s Chief Compliance Officer, Mrs. Patricia Ahunanya who represented the MD/CEO of Unity Bank, Mrs. Tomi Somefun facilitating the financial literacy training for the students of NYSC Demostration Secondary School, Calabar.

Unity Bank’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Tomi Somefun, led the financial literacy training at NYSC Demonstration Secondary School, Calabar, Cross River State.

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She emphasized the importance of savings habits, investing, and effective money management skills for wealth creation and financial independence.

Mrs. Somefun’s interactive session with the students aimed to instill financial discipline and promote a savings and investment culture.

Global Money Week: Empowering Young Minds

Mrs. Ahunanya and a student interacts during the training.

The Global Money Week is an annual campaign that raises awareness about the significance of financial literacy among young people.

This initiative, participated by over 40,000 organizations globally, impacts over 60 million children annually.

A cross-section of the outstanding students with Mrs. Ahunanya (Middle) after the training.

In Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria, Bankers Committee, and Junior Achievement Nigeria collaborate to coordinate the activities, engaging financial institutions nationwide.

Unity Bank’s Commitment to Financial Inclusion

Some members of Unity Bank staff pose for a shot with some of the students and staff of NYSC Demonstration Secondary School, Calabar after the financial literary day training.

Unity Bank‘s participation in the Global Money Week demonstrates its commitment to driving financial inclusion and empowering the next generation with essential financial skills.

By engaging students across 15 schools, the bank has taken a significant step in promoting financial literacy and securing a brighter financial future for young Nigerians.