FirstBank of Nigeria Limited has been awarded the Best Private Bank and Best Retail Bank in Nigeria awards by World Finance Magazine and Global Banking and Finance Review.

Editor, Global Banking & Finance Review Wanda Rich, said: “With 125 years of continuous banking operations, First Bank of Nigeria Limited is a pioneer in retail banking development in Nigeria. The bank is dedicated to providing customers with value added products and services and as well as efficient and accessible banking services. Their commitment to retail banking is reflected in their strategic vision, organisational structure and strong risk management which contributed to their outstanding performance We look forward to seeing more from them for years to come.”

The bank’s Chief Executive Officer,  Adesola Adeduntan, said: “These awards are dedicated to Nigerians, especially our customers for their patronage and trust in our services over the last 125 years. Indeed, the confidence reposed in us has spurred us to continually deliver the best wealth and financial management services to strengthen everyone’s contribution to national development. We are pleased to be the financial services gateway of first choice to everyone.”