Fidelity Bank Plc has unveiled a comprehensive support series aimed at equipping women with the tools and skills needed to scale their businesses and advance their professional careers.
The initiative, themed ‘Give to Gain’, was launched to commemorate International Women’s Day 2026 and is being executed through the bank’s women-focused platform, HerFidelity.
As part of its core interventions, the bank is rolling out direct support for women-led micro-businesses across Nigeria. This includes the distribution of 1,000 sewing and grinding machines to female entrepreneurs in vocational and agro-processing sectors. The move is expected to boost productivity, improve income streams, and provide immediate economic relief.
Speaking on the initiative, Ugochi Osinigwe, Divisional Head of Small and Medium-scale Enterprises Banking at the bank, emphasized the broader impact of empowering women. She noted that economic empowerment goes beyond individuals to strengthen families, grow businesses, and uplift entire communities.
In addition to providing equipment, the bank is investing in capacity development through both “soft” and “hard” skills training. On March 18, 2026, it hosted a masterclass focused on communication, personal branding, and confidence-building, targeting women seeking to excel in their professional environments.
Further activities are scheduled before the end of the month, including a Gele Masterclass designed to transform traditional head-tie styling into a profitable and marketable skill. The session aims to provide participants with practical knowledge they can immediately convert into income-generating opportunities.
The initiative is also backed by the HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme, which was strengthened earlier this month through strategic Memoranda of Understanding with partner organisations. These collaborations are expected to expand access to vocational training and create sustainable enterprise pathways for women.
With a customer base exceeding 10 million, Fidelity Bank continues to position itself as a key player in Nigeria’s financial sector. Recently recognized as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence, the bank’s latest initiative reinforces its commitment to supporting small businesses and driving inclusive economic growth.
