The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, was conferred with the prestigious title of Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (FCIB) at a high-profile event today.
The honor was bestowed upon the governor during the 59th Annual Bankers’ Dinner organized by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). The event, held at the Eko Hotel in Lagos, brought together key stakeholders and dignitaries from Nigeria’s banking and finance sector.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed his gratitude to the institute for the recognition, emphasizing his administration’s commitment to fostering financial inclusion and economic growth in Lagos State.
The president of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, Professor Pius Deji Olanrewaju, Ph.D, FCIB commended the governor for his leadership and contributions to the development of Lagos as a financial hub, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing Nigeria’s banking industry.
The annual Bankers’ Dinner, a hallmark event in the financial sector, serves as a platform to celebrate excellence and deliberate on strategies for economic development. This year’s edition further cemented the partnership between Lagos State and the financial industry.