In a colorful and inspiring celebration of Children’s Day 2024, Fidelity Bank Plc unveiled its much-anticipated Read2Lead Anthology – a vibrant collection of superhero-themed essays written by Nigerian students – as part of its flagship literacy initiative.
Held at the Fidelity Grounds in Oniru, Lagos, the event – Fidelity Fantasyland 3.0 – welcomed hundreds of students, educators, and parents for a day filled with joy, learning, and creativity.
Celebrating Imagination Through Literature
A major highlight of the event was the official launch of the Read2Lead Anthology, featuring 30 essays from exceptional finalists across Nigeria. The entries, themed “Naija Superheroes”, reflected the imagination, creativity, and bold storytelling of the next generation.
These essays were the winning submissions from the first edition of Fidelity Bank’s Read2Lead competition, which saw participation from over 3,000 young Nigerians nationwide.
Leadership and Literacy
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director and CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc, emphasized the bank’s commitment to empowering future leaders through education:
“Today is more than just the conclusion of a competition. It is a celebration of vision, hard work, and potential. Through Read2Lead, we helped thousands of young Nigerians read more deeply, write more clearly, and think more creatively.”
She described the anthology as “a powerful testament to the promise of Nigeria’s next generation” and invited guests to see the stories as “seeds of wisdom, leadership, character, and a brighter tomorrow.”
Rewarding Excellence
As part of the celebration, Fidelity Bank awarded ₦150,000 scholarships to four exceptional students:
Thiago Chukwudubem Agada
Nabeela Nia Rufai
Victory Alize Chukwuebuka
Osinachi Olivia Onyeaghala
These awards were granted through the Fidelity Savings Loyalty Scheme (FSLS), reinforcing the bank’s ongoing dedication to academic excellence and educational support.
Fun, Festivities, and Futures in Focus
Fidelity Fantasyland 3.0 wasn’t all serious business – it was also a fun-filled carnival for kids, complete with:
Dancing competitions
Face painting
Arcade games
Singing contests
The festive atmosphere created unforgettable memories and highlighted Fidelity Bank’s unique ability to blend purpose with play.
A Bank That Believes in the Power of Education
Ranked among Nigeria’s top financial institutions, Fidelity Bank Plc serves over 9.1 million customers through its 255 business offices and digital platforms, including its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.
The bank has earned numerous accolades in 2024 alone, including:
Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking (BusinessDay BAFI Awards)
Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application (Global Business Outlook)
Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider (Global Brands Magazine)
Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria (Euromoney Awards for Excellence)
Export Financing Bank of the Year (BAFI Awards)
