Polaris Bank, CBN partner to promote financial literacy

Polaris Bank has announced its partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria for the 2026 Global Money Week under the theme ‘Smart Money Talks’. The initiative, which runs from 7 April to 30 April 2026, aims to bridge the financial literacy gap by providing secondary school students with the tools to navigate an increasingly complex digital economy.

“Building a financially smart future starts with equipping young people with the right knowledge today. As conversations around money become more complex in a fast-evolving digital world, our participation in Global Money Week reflects our commitment to empowering the next generation with practical skills that shape long-term economic wellbeing,” stated the bank’s leadership during the launch.

The 2026 campaign, according to a statement on Thursday, builds on the success of the previous year, where Polaris Bank directly impacted 3,372 students across 35 secondary schools in 36 states.

This year, the bank is expanding its reach in coordination with the CBN’s Financial Literacy Secretariat to conduct sessions in schools across all states where it maintains a branch presence. These sessions provide students and young adults with useful insights into key areas such as saving, budgeting, the responsible use of financial products, digital financial services, and entrepreneurship.

“At the Central Bank, we believe that early education is critical to helping young people distinguish between impulse and intention. By taking these conversations into schools, we are supporting a national mandate to develop a generation that is more financially aware and capable of making smart choices,” noted a representative from the CBN Financial Literacy Secretariat.

In an era where technology and peer influence heavily dictate spending habits, Polaris Bank is positioning financial literacy as a vital life skill rather than a luxury. The bank believes that early education is critical to helping young people distinguish between trend and truth, or convenience and responsibility.

“For Polaris Bank, this goes beyond a statutory obligation,” the bank added. “It is about fostering a culture where young people are confident in money matters, helping them grow into financially active adults who can contribute meaningfully to the Nigerian economy.”

The programme aligns with broader national goals of human capital development and financial inclusion as key drivers of growth. As Global Money Week activities continue through the end of April, Polaris Bank remains committed to initiatives that create meaningful impact, strengthen communities, and empower individuals through knowledge-driven engagement.