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2026
Land Title head starts new company after deal with FirstBank
BusinessDen reports that the head of Land Title has started a new company following a deal with FirstBank. The headline indicates the deal between Land Title and FirstBank has been completed; the available text does not provide further details such as the transaction date, structure, or the name of the new company.
2026
PNC completes acquisition of FirstBank
PNC completed its acquisition of FirstBank Holding Company, including its banking subsidiary FirstBank, after receiving all required regulatory approvals and satisfying customary closing conditions. The deal expands PNC's presence in Colorado and Arizona, with customer conversion expected in summer 2026.
2022
FirstBank announces Money Manager giveaways
FirstBank announced two Money Manager giveaways for April, offering customers and noncustomers the chance to win cash prizes for practicing budgeting and goal-setting habits.
2022
FirstBank announces US$100 million finance facility partnership with CDC Group
First Bank of Nigeria Limited announced a partnership with CDC Group on a US$100 million finance facility. The facility is intended to direct funding to women-owned and led businesses and local SMEs in Nigeria, with at least US$30 million allocated as credit lines to women entrepreneurs.
2021
FirstBank launches automated Digital Experience Centre
FirstBank announced the launch of its fully automated self-service branch, called the FirstBank Digital Experience Centre, piloted at its remodeled Adetokunbo Ademola branch in Victoria Island, Nigeria.
2021
FirstBank announces Good Business Contest
FirstBank announced an upcoming contest that will select 10 businesses in Colorado, Arizona and California to receive prize money, with donations made to nonprofits chosen by the winners.
2021
FirstBank launches First Global Transfer
FirstBank of Nigeria Limited said it launched its wholly-owned remittance platform, First Global Transfer, to promote international fund transfers across its subsidiaries in sub-Saharan Africa.
2021
FirstBank launches LIT mobile banking app
FirstBank announced the launch of the LIT mobile banking application, which it developed and owns, with features including transfers, account opening and management, statements, and complaint management.
2021
FirstBank recognized with Nigeria Retail Banking CEO of the Year award
The article reports that the “Retail Banking CEO of the Year Nigeria” award was given to First Bank of Nigeria CEO Dr Adesola Adeduntan and describes the recognition as being for both him and the bank.
2021
First Bank launches SME Creditum application
First Bank launched the SME Creditum application, with FintechOS as its technology partner. The application is intended to simplify lending for businesses and reduce credit-file approval time by up to 80 percent.
2021
First Bank appoints Gbenga Shobo as MD/CEO
First Bank of Nigeria's board approved Gbenga Shobo's appointment as Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Adesola Adeduntan, subject to regulatory approval.
2021
FirstBank launches FirstSME accounts
First Bank of Nigeria Limited launched the FirstSME Classic and FirstSME Deluxe accounts for small and medium-scale enterprises, with features including digital-platform enrollment, SME events and promotional opportunities.
2020
FirstBank launches “Mask Up, Stay Safe” campaign
FirstBank announced its ongoing digital “Mask Up, Stay Safe” campaign, encouraging people to stay protected against COVID-19 and observe safety precautions during the festive season.
2020
FirstBank launches FastTrack ATM
FirstBank launched the FastTrack ATM in Nigeria in partnership with Inlaks. The ATM enables customers to initiate cash withdrawals using a mobile phone and complete the transaction with a contactless NFC card, without touching the ATM interface.
2020
FirstMobile wins Global Finance mobile banking app award
First Bank of Nigeria announced that its mobile banking application, FirstMobile, received the 2020 Best Mobile Banking App award in the Global Finance Best Digital Bank Awards.
2020
FirstBank appoints John Graham to its board
FirstBank announced that Sunbelt Holdings Chairman and CEO John Graham had been appointed to its Board of Directors.
2020
First Bank upgrades FirstMobile app
First Bank announced an upgrade to its FirstMobile app, with redesigned navigation, security and self-service features, among other changes.
2020
First Bank integrates Autobooks into digital banking
Autobooks announced that First Bank integrated its platform into the bank’s digital banking experience, adding small-business payment and accounting capabilities.
2020
First Bank donates $30,500 to regional nonprofits
First Bank donated a total of $30,500 to 13 regional nonprofits during the COVID-19 pandemic; the funding was made possible through the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund.
2020
FirstBank announces N1 billion COVID-19 donation
FirstBank announced a donation of N1 billion to the Nigerian Private Sector Coalition Against COVID-19 to support expansion of health facilities, including testing, isolation, treatment and ICU facilities.