Fidelity Bank Extends Food Relief to Ekiti Residents Through Flagship Food Bank Initiative

Fidelity Bank Extends Food Relief to Ekiti Residents Through Flagship Food Bank Initiative

…Over 250,000 Food Packs Distributed Nationwide Since Inception

Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria – In a continued show of commitment to community welfare and the fight against hunger, Fidelity Bank Plc has brought its flagship Fidelity Food Bank programme to Ekiti State, distributing hundreds of food packs to vulnerable residents in Ado-Ekiti.

The initiative, which is part of the bank’s broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) drive, aims to alleviate hunger and ease the economic burden on underserved communities across Nigeria. Since its launch in April 2023, the Fidelity Food Bank has reached over 300 communities and delivered more than 250,000 food packs across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.

Speaking at the Ado-Ekiti distribution event, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank, highlighted the importance of the initiative amid Nigeria’s growing food insecurity.

“The Fidelity Food Bank is our compassionate response to the rising hunger levels in the country. It is a proactive effort we have sustained for over two years. We are proud to extend this initiative to Ado-Ekiti as part of our commitment to promoting food security and supporting vulnerable populations,” he said.

The intervention drew praise from community leaders and stakeholders who commended the bank for its impactful outreach. The Cathedral Administrator of Saint Patrick Catholic Cathedral, Reverend Father Benedict Bimbola Joseph, described the gesture as timely and commendable.

“Fidelity Bank has brought much-needed relief to our people. This is a first of its kind in our community, and we hope other corporate organizations will follow suit. Every act of kindness matters in times like these,” he remarked.

Echoing similar sentiments, Reverend Father Michael Domingo, a partner in the Fidelity Food Bank programme, lauded the bank’s leadership for recognizing and acting on the urgent need to support government efforts to combat poverty and hunger.

“The Fidelity leadership has shown wisdom and compassion. This gesture is a powerful example of the role private organizations can play in community development,” he stated.

The Fidelity Food Bank has, in recent months, intensified its outreach efforts. The bank provided food relief to over 1,500 flood victims in Mokwa, Niger State, and supported more than 2,000 displaced persons affected by the Yelwata attacks, who are currently sheltering at the Ultra-Modern International Market IDP Camp in Makurdi, Benue State.

These efforts underline the bank’s unwavering focus on humanitarian assistance, food security, and grassroots development.

Fidelity Bank Plc remains one of Nigeria’s leading commercial banks, serving over 9.1 million customers through its digital platforms, 255 business offices nationwide, and its UK-based subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited. The bank continues to receive widespread recognition for its innovation and impact, including:

• 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award (BusinessDay BAFI Awards)
• Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application for the Fidelity Mobile App (Global Business Outlook, 2024)
• Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider (Global Brands Magazine, 2024)
• Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria (Euromoney Awards for Excellence)
• Export Financing Bank of the Year (BusinessDay BAFI Awards)

With the Fidelity Food Bank reaching more communities each month, the bank reaffirms its commitment to building resilient communities and making a lasting difference in the lives of Nigerians.