First City Monument Bank marked the 2024 Valentine’s Day with hundreds of visually-impaired students and adults at schools and centres in Lagos, Nigeria.
In a statement from the bank, it was revealed that the initiative titled ‘A Different Kind of Love,’ reflected FCMB’s dedication to inclusivity and empowerment.
At the Federal Nigeria Society for the Blind Vocational Training Centre in Oshodi, the bank donated N5m, white canes, essential food items, and household materials. Similar donations of white canes, food items, and household materials were made to the Bethesda Home for the Blind in Mushin, Pacelli School for the Blind in Surulere, and Nigeria Farmcraft Centre for the Blind in Isheri-Olofin.
One of the teachers at the centre in Oshodi, Akinjide Akinpelu, expressed his gratitude for FCMB’s consistent support for the centre and its kindness towards the visually impaired community.
A student, Badru Asif, at the Pacelli School for the Blind, expressed his deep appreciation to FCMB for organising the Valentine’s Day program.
During an outreach program held between February 6 and 14, 2024, the Group Head of Corporate Affairs of FCMB, Mr. Diran Olojo, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to supporting a broad spectrum of communities and stakeholders.
He said, “‘A Different Kind of Love is not just a Valentine’s Day gesture. It is a commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. We believe in creating a world where everyone can reach their full potential regardless of ability. We are actively promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We urge students not to see physical challenges as impediments to achieving their ambitions.”
The Executive Secretary of the Federal Nigeria Society for the Blind Vocational Training Centre, Mr Oluwamayowa Oke, expressed his gratitude to FCMB, saying, “We are grateful to FCMB for being a strong pillar of support. The donations will ensure the welfare of our students and support teaching and learning.”
Over four million Nigerians are reported to be blind or visually impaired.
FCMB is a member of the FCMB Group Plc.
