Fidelity Bank Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading commercial banks, has unveiled a bold initiative to empower 100 small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) across the country with cutting-edge digital tools, reaffirming its commitment to driving digital transformation and sustainable business growth in the sector.
Through its flagship Fidelity SME Empowerment Program (FSEP), the bank is set to equip 100 growth-ready entrepreneurs with a comprehensive digital toolkit designed to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and ensure business sustainability. The toolkit includes a POS desktop system, ERPRev business management software, a receipt printer and barcode scanner, inventory and management tools, branded POS terminal with onboarding assistance, and ongoing business training and support.
Interested entrepreneurs can submit their applications online via https://bit.ly/SMEEmpowermentprogram2025.
Speaking on the initiative, Osita Ede, Divisional Head of Product Development at Fidelity Bank Plc, said:
“Studies have shown the exponential growth SMEs can achieve through digitalisation. As Nigeria’s leading SME partner, we are walking the talk by providing free digital toolkits to our customers. This aligns with our mission to help individuals grow, businesses thrive, and economies prosper.”
The empowerment initiative is part of the bank’s activities to mark World SME Day 2025. As part of the celebration, Fidelity Bank granted free access to its SME Hub in Gbagada, Lagos, and hosted a high-impact mentoring session specifically for female entrepreneurs. The session was led by the bank’s Managing Director and CEO, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, underscoring the bank’s gender-inclusive approach to enterprise development.
Fidelity Bank’s ongoing efforts to support SMEs include regular masterclasses, access to funding, and strategic partnerships that enhance market access and financial literacy for business owners. These interventions are helping to build a more resilient and digitally savvy SME ecosystem across Nigeria.
Currently serving over 9.1 million customers through digital channels and a network of 255 business offices in Nigeria and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited, Fidelity Bank is recognized for its outstanding support for small businesses. The bank has received several local and international accolades, including:
- Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking – BusinessDay BAFI Awards 2024
- Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application – Global Business Outlook 2024
- Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider – Global Brands Magazine 2024
- Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria – Euromoney Awards for Excellence
- Export Financing Bank of the Year – BusinessDay BAFI Awards
With initiatives like the Fidelity SME Empowerment Program, the bank is positioning itself not only as a financial partner but also as a transformative catalyst for Nigeria’s SME sector.
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