Fidelity Bank Champions Youth Sports Development with Sponsorship of Gymfest Championship 2.0

Fidelity Bank Champions Youth Sports Development with Sponsorship of Gymfest Championship 2.0

Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and sports development as the headline sponsor of the second edition of the Gymfest Championship held over the weekend in Lagos.

The fast-growing gymnastics competition drew impressive participation from children aged 3 to 12, who competed across levels 1 to 7. The event brought together young gymnasts, parents, schools, clubs, and corporate supporters dedicated to nurturing emerging talent and expanding the future of gymnastics in Nigeria.

Speaking at the event, the Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, said the initiative aligns with the bank’s broader mission to create platforms that help young Nigerians realise their full potential.

“At Fidelity Bank, we believe sports are a powerful tool for transformation. They instill discipline, sharpen focus, and foster teamwork — qualities that shape character and build strong communities. These same values drive innovation, leadership, and national development,” he said.

Nwagboh added that the bank is proud to support Gymfest because it promotes physical excellence, strengthens community ties, and inspires national pride. “Gymfest is more than a competition; it motivates children to set ambitious goals and pursue them with dedication and effort,” he noted.

Co-founder of Gymfest and Founder of Tee Tumblers Gymnastics Club, Yoyin Akpose, said the long-term vision of the championship is to build a vibrant ecosystem of children, parents, clubs, schools, and sponsors united by a shared passion for gymnastics.

“Our aim is to make gymnastics accessible to every child with a dream, by establishing fully equipped centres that cater to all skill levels across Surulere, Ikorodu, Ikeja, Apapa, and beyond,” Akpose said. “GYMFEST is changing the narrative by offering a structured platform for talent development, international exposure, and professional training.”

One of the standout moments of the event was the stellar performance of young gymnast Oluwatoni Pitan, who clinched the overall best gymnast title in the Level 2 Vault category. br> Expressing her joy, she said, “I feel very excited because I didn’t expect this at all. This is my first Level 2 competition, and it took me three weeks of preparation. I encourage other female gymnasts to work hard and be consistent; you never know when your opportunity will come.”

She also thanked Fidelity Bank, the organisers, and her parents for giving her the platform to showcase her talent and pursue her dreams.

Fidelity Bank’s partnership with Gymfest underscores its ongoing commitment to supporting youth development and driving positive social impact through sports and education initiatives.

Ranked among Nigeria’s top commercial banks, Fidelity Bank serves over 9.1 million customers through digital channels, 255 business offices in Nigeria, and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited. The bank has received multiple local and international awards, including recognitions for digital innovation, MSME support, mobile banking excellence, and leadership in export financing.