Union Bank Marks International Day of the Boy Child with Support for Lagos Schools

Union Bank Marks International Day of the Boy Child with Support for Lagos Schools

Union Bank of Nigeria Plc has commemorated the 2026 International Day of the Boy Child with educational support initiatives targeted at students of CMS Grammar School and Methodist Boys High School.

As part of activities marking the occasion, representatives of the bank visited CMS Grammar School in Bariga, Lagos, one of Nigeria’s oldest boys’ secondary schools, to engage with the management and students on partnership opportunities aimed at supporting educational development.

The delegation was led by the Head of Corporate Banking at Union Bank of Nigeria Plc, Ali Kadiri, who is also an alumnus of the institution.

During the visit, the bank donated educational materials, including books and school bags, as part of its commitment to supporting student learning and development.

Union Bank also hosted students from CMS Grammar School and Methodist Boys High School at its Marina headquarters in Lagos, where the students participated in a special programme designed to equip them with practical knowledge and life skills to support their academic and personal growth.

Speaking during the engagement, Kadiri praised the school management for its continued dedication to academic excellence and character development.

According to him, the institution has remained committed to nurturing future male leaders and advancing the overall development of young boys.

He noted that the bank was honoured to commemorate the International Day of the Boy Child with the schools while continuing to support initiatives that promote the wellbeing and future success of boys in Nigeria.

Union Bank of Nigeria Plc stated that the initiative aligns with its broader corporate social responsibility objectives and supports Sustainable Development Goal 4, which advocates inclusive and equitable quality education as well as lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Founded in 1917, Union Bank is one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions with over 300 branches nationwide and a strong focus on digital banking and customer-focused financial services.