• Login
  • Register
Nairametrics
  • Home
  • Exclusives
    • Financial Analysis
    • Corporate Stories
    • Interviews
    • Investigations
    • Metrics
    • Economy
    • Nairalytics
  • Markets
    • Currencies
    • Cryptos
    • Commodities
    • Equities
      • Company Results
      • Dividends
      • Stock Market
    • Fixed Income
    • Market Views
    • Securities
  • Sectors
    • Agriculture
    • Aviation
    • Company News
    • Consumer Goods
    • Corporate Updates
    • Corporate deals
    • Corporate Press Releases
    • Energy
    • Entertainment
    • Financial Services
    • Health
    • Hospitality & Travel
    • Manufacturing
    • Real Estate and Construction
    • Renewables & Sustainability
    • Tech News
  • Business News
    • Budget
    • Public Debt
    • Funds Management
    • Tax
  • Financial Literacy
    • Career tips
    • Personal Finance
  • Lifestyle
    • Billionaire Watch
    • Profiles
  • Opinions
    • Blurb
    • Op-Eds
    • Research Analysis
  • Recapitalization
    • Access Holdings Offer
    • Fidelity Bank Offer
    • GTCO Offer
    • Zenith Bank Offer
  • Home
  • Exclusives
    • Financial Analysis
    • Corporate Stories
    • Interviews
    • Investigations
    • Metrics
    • Economy
    • Nairalytics
  • Markets
    • Currencies
    • Cryptos
    • Commodities
    • Equities
      • Company Results
      • Dividends
      • Stock Market
    • Fixed Income
    • Market Views
    • Securities
  • Sectors
    • Agriculture
    • Aviation
    • Company News
    • Consumer Goods
    • Corporate Updates
    • Corporate deals
    • Corporate Press Releases
    • Energy
    • Entertainment
    • Financial Services
    • Health
    • Hospitality & Travel
    • Manufacturing
    • Real Estate and Construction
    • Renewables & Sustainability
    • Tech News
  • Business News
    • Budget
    • Public Debt
    • Funds Management
    • Tax
  • Financial Literacy
    • Career tips
    • Personal Finance
  • Lifestyle
    • Billionaire Watch
    • Profiles
  • Opinions
    • Blurb
    • Op-Eds
    • Research Analysis
  • Recapitalization
    • Access Holdings Offer
    • Fidelity Bank Offer
    • GTCO Offer
    • Zenith Bank Offer
Nairametrics
No Result
View All Result
Home Companies Company News

FirstBank restates commitment to SMEs, agricultural sector growth

NM Partners by NM Partners
December 10, 2018
in Company News, Corporate Updates
Yewande Zaccheaus, CEO, Eventful Limited; Ibukun Awosika, Chairman, First Bank of Nigeria Limited and Tiyan Alile, Founder and Promoter of Culinary Academy at Fiesta of Flavours, the food festival event organised by Eventful Limited and sponsored by FirstBank.

Yewande Zaccheaus, CEO, Eventful Limited; Ibukun Awosika, Chairman, First Bank of Nigeria Limited and Tiyan Alile, Founder and Promoter of Culinary Academy at Fiesta of Flavours, the food festival event organised by Eventful Limited and sponsored by FirstBank.

Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linkedin

First Bank of Nigeria Limited has expressed its commitment to the growth of the agricultural value chain and creating opportunities for the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to thrive in the country.

Its Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Mrs Folake Ani-Mumuney, made the assertion at the fourth edition of Fiesta of Flavours in Lagos.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Fiesta of Flavours is a food and beverage fair that provides an avenue for participants to fully experience the entertainment, art and business of food.

RelatedStories

First Bank

FirstBank files appeal as court rules debt recovery, not maritime claim cargo remains under arrest

March 26, 2025
FirstBank launches another Digital Xperience Centre in Lekki to transform Nigeria’s banking landscape 

FirstBank launches another Digital Xperience Centre in Lekki to transform Nigeria’s banking landscape 

March 25, 2025

The fair organised by FirstBank in collaboration with the Eventful Ltd, connects SMEs with prospective customers toward boosting sales, exposure and business growth.

Ani-Mumuney said that the financial institution was committed to helping SMEs in the food sector to grow and develop, while promoting economic diversification.

According to her, SMEs are critical to the development of the nation’s economy and should be supported by all stakeholders in the overall national interest.

Also, Mrs Yewande Zaccheus, the Chief Executive Officer, Eventful Ltd., said that the initiative had created a platform that converges SMEs and customers in a relaxed atmosphere while promoting business activities.

Zaccheus said that many SMEs, especially those in the online space has leveraged on the opportunity of the fair to create awareness about their products, forge more partnerships and client base.

She said that many businesses that were showcased had grown through the platform and impacting positively on the economy.

Commenting, Mr Olisa Adibua, the Managing Director, Perception Media, said that the fair had assisted in showcasing the best in local and international cuisine, not just to Nigerians, but the international community.

Chef Tiyan Alile, the Founder, Culinary Academy and Culinary Consultant for Fiesta of Flavours, said that the fair provided a platform for vendors and customers to connect and also serves as a family day out.

“The hospitality industry is growing so much that people need offtakers.

“Contacts are exchanged at the fair and symbiotic relationship that leverages on various expertise from farm, packaging and culinary development are made,” Alile said.

She said that many jobs had been created with the fair through various trainings, seminars and competitions that empowers SME operators and visitors at the fair.

Commenting, Mrs Arinola Shobande, Head, Corporate Communications, Enyo Retail and Supply Ltd., said that the company was at the fair to enlighten consumers about standards of gas cylinders and also supply them with gas.

Also, Mrs Omolola Ezeifeoma, the Managing Director, Creative Foods Concept, commended the bank for the platform, saying that the fair helped her network to create awareness about her business activities.


This piece originally appeared on NAN written by Oluwafunke Ishola


Follow us for Breaking News and Market Intelligence.
Tags: Chef Tiyan AlileCulinary Academy and Culinary ConsultantEventful LtdFiesta of FlavoursFirstBankMrs Folake Ani-Mumuney
NM Partners

NM Partners

"NM Partners" encompasses a diverse range of articles and content published on behalf of various organizations, including corporate entities, government and non-governmental institutions, academic bodies, and key stakeholders in the economic sphere. This content spectrum covers press releases, formal announcements, specialized content, product promotions, and a variety of corporate communications tailored to engage our readership. Notably, a portion of these articles are sponsored content. At Nairametrics, while we provide a platform for these diverse voices, it is important to clarify that our relationship with the content under "NM Partners" does not imply endorsement or affiliation. The responsibility for the content accuracy and viewpoints expressed rests solely with the respective contributors. Nairametrics maintains a firm commitment to editorial independence and integrity. Consequently, we do not assume responsibility for any of the content published under "NM Partners." For any inquiries, comments, or feedback regarding the content featured in this section, we encourage open communication and can be reached at info@nairametrics.com. Additionally, we invite our readers and contributors to familiarize themselves with our Paid Post Guidelines, which outline the standards and processes governing paid content on our platform.

Related Posts

First Bank
Business News

FirstBank files appeal as court rules debt recovery, not maritime claim cargo remains under arrest

March 26, 2025
FirstBank launches another Digital Xperience Centre in Lekki to transform Nigeria’s banking landscape 
Financial Services

FirstBank launches another Digital Xperience Centre in Lekki to transform Nigeria’s banking landscape 

March 25, 2025
Firstbank Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony For New State-Of-The-Art Eco-Friendly Headquaters
Companies

Firstbank Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony For New State-Of-The-Art Eco-Friendly Headquaters

March 5, 2025
Former FirstBank CEO Adesola Adeduntan launches Sequoia Financial Services  
Financial Services

Former FirstBank CEO Adesola Adeduntan launches Sequoia Financial Services  

February 2, 2025
FirstBank’s FirstGem: Redefining women’s empowerment in Nigeria 
Companies

Against all odds, FirstBank eyes another decade of growth 

January 27, 2025
Julius Berger Leadership Shake Up and Fallout With FG
Digital Media

General Hydrocarbon Ltd VS First Bank Nigeria Holding Saga!

January 20, 2025
Next Post
GTBank, Ecobank, Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, Ayo Fayose

These banks can now do business with Ekiti MDAs

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Emple
nlng
first bank
Zenth Bank








DUNS

Recent News

  • How poor connectivity is locking rural Nigerians out of mobile money boom 
  • Crude Oil rallies past the FG Benchmark after Israel’s missile attacks on Iran
  • Lagos State ambulance service responds to over 44,000 emergencies, hits 97.5% response rate in 4 years  

Follow us on social media:

Recent News

List of 18 mobile money operators in Nigeria insured by NDIC

How poor connectivity is locking rural Nigerians out of mobile money boom 

June 13, 2025
Latest crude oil price drop threatens Nigeria’s revenue and naira stability 

Crude Oil rallies past the FG Benchmark after Israel’s missile attacks on Iran

June 13, 2025
  • iOS App
  • Android App
  • Contact Us
  • Home
  • Markets
  • Sectors
  • Economy
  • Business News
  • Financial Literacy
  • Disclaimer
  • Ads Disclaimer
  • Copyright Infringement

© 2025 Nairametrics

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
Social Media Auto Publish Powered By : XYZScripts.com
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Exclusives
    • Financial Analysis
    • Corporate Stories
    • Interviews
    • Investigations
    • Metrics
    • Economy
    • Nairalytics
  • Markets
    • Currencies
    • Cryptos
    • Commodities
    • Equities
      • Company Results
      • Dividends
      • Stock Market
    • Fixed Income
    • Market Views
    • Securities
  • Sectors
    • Agriculture
    • Aviation
    • Company News
    • Consumer Goods
    • Corporate Updates
    • Corporate deals
    • Corporate Press Releases
    • Energy
    • Entertainment
    • Financial Services
    • Health
    • Hospitality & Travel
    • Manufacturing
    • Real Estate and Construction
    • Renewables & Sustainability
    • Tech News
  • Business News
    • Budget
    • Public Debt
    • Funds Management
    • Tax
  • Financial Literacy
    • Career tips
    • Personal Finance
  • Lifestyle
    • Billionaire Watch
    • Profiles
  • Opinions
    • Blurb
    • Op-Eds
    • Research Analysis
  • Recapitalization
    • Access Holdings Offer
    • Fidelity Bank Offer
    • GTCO Offer
    • Zenith Bank Offer
  • Login
  • Sign Up

© 2025 Nairametrics