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Fidelity Bank Stock record Over 20% Growth Following Combined Offer

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September 22, 2024

Fidelity Bank Stock record Over 20% Growth Following Combined Offer

Growing investor confidence and strong market participation have continue to boost optimism about Fidelity Bank’s stock as the bank experienced a remarkable 20% surge on the Nigerian stock market, with its share price surpassing the N13 mark by the third week of September. This upward trend follows the bank’s combined offer, which included a Public Offer and Rights Issue launched on June 20, 2024.

The combined offer consisted of 10 billion ordinary shares priced at N9.75 for the public and 3.2 billion shares at N9.25 for existing shareholders, collectively raising N127.1 billion. After a consolidation period from June to August, coinciding with the close of the combined offer, Fidelity Bank’s shares have gained over 20% month-to-date (MtD) in September.

Fidelity Bank has maintained a robust bullish trajectory since August 2018, when its stock dipped below N2. Since then, it has surged by more than 680%. The bank started trading in 2024 at N10.85, with 900 million shares exchanged. However, uncertainties related to recapitalization efforts among major Nigerian banks led to a temporary decline to N9 per share in April. Despite this setback, the stock regained its upward momentum after touching a low of N9.00.

Following the completion of the combined offer in August, Fidelity Bank’s share price climbed once again, gaining over 20% by mid-September. A key factor contributing to this latest surge is the successful combined offer, which paves the way for an upcoming private placement.

The Fidelity Bank combined offer, which was the first in the current recapitalization phase in the banking industry, saw significant demand, prompting an extension that added 8.2 billion shares. Of these, 5 billion were sold through the Public Offer and 3.2 billion via the Rights Issue. This high demand resulted in increased market activity, with over 2 billion shares traded in June and 3 billion in July.

As the combined offer concluded on August 12, the stock entered a consolidation phase, but trading activity picked up notably by mid-September. Weekly trading volumes reached 27 million shares, pushing the stock past the N13.00 threshold, sustaining its upward trend.

In a recent note to investors, the bank’s Managing Director, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,OON expressed gratitude for the strong response to the capital raise, stating that, “With the conclusion of the Combined Offer, I am delighted to announce that we have met and surpassed our capital-raise target for the first phase of this exercise.”

“My profound gratitude goes to our customers, new investors and existing shareholders for supporting us in this journey. We will forever be grateful for the support we received during this capital-raise exercise.

“Our deepest thanks go to our regulators namely the CBN, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX): the CBN for its vision of recapitalizing Nigerian banks to ensure banks have sufficient capital to sustain a $1tn economy in the near future and improve the overall confidence in the banking industry; SEC and the NGX for the role they played in ensuring the seamless execution of this first phase of our recapitalization plans.”

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Nigerian Banks Donate Multimillion Naira Relief Materials to Jigawa Flood Victims

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December 20, 2024

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Nigerian Banks Donate Multimillion Naira Relief Materials to Jigawa Flood Victims

In a show of solidarity, the Committee of Banks in Nigeria has extended a helping hand to victims of the September 2024 floods in Jigawa State. On Thursday, a high-profile delegation led by Dr. Oliver Alawuba, Chairman of the Committee and Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), visited Dutse, the state capital, to present relief materials to the state government.

The donated items, worth several million Naira, included essential food supplies such as rice and cooking oil, along with mattresses and beverages. Dr. Alawuba highlighted that the gesture aimed to alleviate the hardship faced by flood victims and support critical institutions, especially public hospitals, in their efforts to assist those affected.

“We stand in solidarity with the people and government of Jigawa State during this difficult time. This donation is our way of expressing empathy and supporting those who have lost loved ones, properties, and livelihoods,” Dr. Alawuba stated.

The delegation included notable banking leaders such as Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna of Access Bank Plc, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji of Zenith Bank Plc, and Dr. (Mrs.) Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe of Fidelity Bank Plc, among others. Their collective presence underscored the banking sector’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and national development.

Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi expressed profound gratitude for the donation, describing the visit as a rare and commendable act of compassion. He assured the delegation that the relief materials would be judiciously distributed to the intended beneficiaries, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in rebuilding lives and communities.

The Committee of Banks also reiterated their commitment to supporting Nigerians during emergencies, drawing attention to previous interventions, including relief efforts during the 2011 and 2013 floods, the COVID-19 pandemic, and security initiatives like the Lagos State Security Trust Fund.

This humanitarian gesture reflects the collective resolve of Nigeria’s financial institutions to foster social and economic growth, making a meaningful impact in times of need.

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Polaris Bank Clinches SERAS Award for Excellence in Sustainability and CSR

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December 20, 2024

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Polaris Bank Clinches SERAS Award for Excellence in Sustainability and CSR

Polaris Bank has once again cemented its position as a leader in corporate social responsibility (CSR) by winning the prestigious Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility Awards (SERAS), Africa’s foremost recognition for impactful community and sustainability initiatives.

The bank was honored at the 18th edition of the SERAS Awards, held at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos, for its unwavering dedication to sustainable development and critical community interventions across Nigeria. The organizers commended Polaris Bank for its consistent efforts to improve lives and foster growth in underserved areas.

The SERAS Awards, often regarded as the gold standard in sustainability and CSR, celebrate organizations that drive innovation and create lasting societal and environmental benefits. Polaris Bank stood out this year for its extensive portfolio of impactful projects, earning the “Best in Rural Population Integration” award.

Some of the bank’s notable initiatives include:

Sponsoring the planting of 2,000 economic trees in communities like Ajingi, Kano State.
Renovating the Ibeju-Lekki Skill Acquisition Centre and donating essential equipment.
Installing boreholes in underserved rural areas to provide clean water access.
Supporting over 15,000 indigent students in public schools with educational resources, including uniforms, sandals, and books.
Providing free breast cancer screenings to 20,000 women over a decade and supporting survivors through retreats.
Establishing hospitals and rehabilitation centers for victims of sexual violence and vocational centers for women.
Donating ICT labs to skill acquisition centers and promoting financial literacy among students.
Organizing medical outreach programs and aiding Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
These initiatives have not only improved living conditions but also reduced rural-to-urban migration by making communities more self-reliant and livable.

Rebuilding Community Resilience
Polaris Bank recently demonstrated its commitment to resilience by rebuilding its Sagamu branch, which was destroyed during the cash crunch riots following the Naira redesign policy. The bank fully reconstructed and re-equipped the branch, restoring critical banking services and supporting economic recovery in the community.

Commitment to Sustainability
Speaking on the award, Polaris Bank’s Managing Director, Kayode Lawal, emphasized the institution’s dedication to sustainability. “This recognition underscores our deliberate efforts to drive impactful socio-economic interventions and address the effects of climate change on our environment, economy, and people,” he said.

Lawal reiterated that for Polaris Bank, sustainability is not just a destination but a continuous journey of creating positive change.

Celebrating Africa’s Sustainability Leaders
The SERAS Awards brought together policymakers, business leaders, and global sustainability experts to celebrate organizations shaping Africa’s future through innovative solutions. Attendees used the event to connect with like-minded professionals and reaffirm a shared vision of lasting positive change across the continent.

As a trailblazer in sustainability and CSR, Polaris Bank remains steadfast in its mission to uplift communities, foster economic growth, and champion solutions to pressing societal challenges.

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Holiday Relief: Dangote Refinery Lowers PMS Price to N899.50, Introduces Special Credit Offer

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December 19, 2024

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Holiday Relief: Dangote Refinery Lowers PMS Price to N899.50, Introduces Special Credit Offer

In a bid to ease financial burdens during the holiday season, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N899.50 per litre. This follows a previous price cut to N970 per litre on November 24. The move is aimed at reducing transportation costs for Nigerians as they prepare for festive celebrations.

Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer of Dangote Group, disclosed the development in a statement, highlighting additional benefits for consumers. Beyond the price reduction, the refinery is introducing a special credit offer. For every litre of PMS purchased on a cash basis, consumers can buy an additional litre on credit, supported by a bank guarantee from Access Bank, First Bank, or Zenith Bank.

“To help reduce transport expenses this holiday season, we’re offering PMS at N899.50 per litre and providing a credit option for additional purchases. This is part of our commitment to making high-quality petroleum products accessible to Nigerians,” Chiejina said.

The refinery also reaffirmed its commitment to providing premium-quality, environmentally-friendly fuel, while ending Nigeria’s dependence on substandard imported products.

With a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, the Dangote Refinery is the largest single-train refinery in the world, capable of meeting Nigeria’s entire refined petroleum product demand and generating surplus for export. As the festive season approaches, the company expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their support and pledged continued efforts to ease their economic burdens.