FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier financial institution, has announced the kickoff of its Win Big promo, a four-month initiative aimed at appreciating and rewarding its valued customers. Running from October 23, 2023, to February 23, 2024, the promo boasts a total cash reward pool of a hundred and seventy million Naira (N170,000,000.00).
During this period, 1,240 fortunate new and existing customers stand a chance to win N100,000 each, with monthly draws selecting 310 winners. Additionally, 40,000 customers reactivating dormant accounts could win free airtime, and 10,000 of them will be rewarded monthly for their reactivation.
The grand finale draws promise even more excitement, with six customers set to receive a substantial N1,000,000 each. Both new and existing savings and current account holders are eligible to participate.
To open an account and join the promo, new and existing customers are advised to either use the USSD code *894*0#, visit the bank’s website, or head to a nearby FirstBank branch.
For monthly draws, customers need to maintain a minimum balance of 5,000.00 and conduct at least five transactions on the bank’s digital channels. Those aspiring to win N1,000,000 must maintain a monthly deposit of N50,000.00 for four consecutive months and conduct a minimum of five transactions on digital channels.
Ms. Folake Ani-Mumuney, Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, expressed the bank’s gratitude to its loyal customers who had been with them over the years.
“We are thrilled to launch this promo in appreciation of the patronage, trust and loyalty our customers have shown us over the years,” said Ms. Folake Ani-Mumuney, Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, FirstBank Group. The exciting modalities of the promo reflect our commitment to enhancing the banking experience of our customers across any or all of our digital banking services,” she said.
The promo aligns with FirstBank’s commitment to enhancing the banking experience through various digital services. The bank encourages customers to seize the opportunity for exciting experiences and participate actively in the promo.
For updates, customers can follow FirstBank on social media: Facebook – First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Instagram – @firstbanknigeria, and X (formerly Twitter) – @FirstBankngr.
First Bank of Nigeria Limited, in its 129 years of operation, has become the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion services provider in Nigeria. With over 750 business locations and an extensive network of FirstMonie Agents, the bank serves over 42 million customers.
The bank’s commitment to innovation and technology is evident in its digital banking services, with over 22 million active customers on various digital channels, including the *894# Banking code.
FirstBank’s consistent recognition on global platforms reflects its dedication to excellence, growth, and sustainability. As it continues to provide top-notch financial services, the bank remains true to its vision of being Africa’s Bank of first choice.
Since its establishment in 1894, FirstBank has consistently built relationships with customers focusing on the fundamentals of good corporate governance, strong liquidity, optimized risk management and leadership. Over the years, the Bank has led the financing of private investment in infrastructure development in the Nigerian economy by playing key roles in the Federal Government’s privatization and commercialization schemes. With its global reach, FirstBank provides prospective investors wishing to explore the vast business opportunities available in Nigeria an internationally competitive world-class brand and a credible financial partner.
For six consecutive years (2011 – 2016), FirstBank was named “Most Valuable Bank Brand in Nigeria” by the globally renowned The Banker Magazine of the Financial Times Group and “Best Retail Bank in Nigeria” eight times in a row, 2011 – 2018, by the Asian Banker International Excellence in Retail Financial Services Awards.
Notably, in 2022, the Bank took a long stride on its growth trajectory with the Bank’s Viability and Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings upgraded to ‘B’ from ‘B-‘ (with Outlooks Stable) by Fitch, a leading global rating agency. This is an indication of the Bank’s strong internal capital generation and the corresponding recession of its risks to capitalization. Fitch also upgraded the Bank’s National Long-Term Ratings to ‘A (nga)’ from ‘BBB (nga)’, to reflect its improved creditworthiness relative to that of other issuers in Nigeria. Furthermore, the Top 100 African Bank Rankings 2022 released by The Banker Magazine revealed FirstBank’s ranking as number one in Nigeria in terms of Overall Performance, Profitability, Efficiency and Return on Risk.
Other laudable feats in 2022 include FirstBank’s international recognition on major indices by Euromoney Market Leaders, an independent global assessment of the leading financial service providers where FirstBank was crowned:
Market Leader: (tier-1 recognition) in Corporate and Social Responsibility (CSR),
Market Leader: (tier -1 recognition) Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Highly Regarded: in Corporate Banking and Digital Solutions,
Notable: in SME Banking.
Also, in 2022 International Finance Magazine named the Bank “Most Innovative Banking Product in Nigeria” and “Best Retail Bank in Nigeria”. FirstBank was also awarded “Best Corporate Banking Western Africa, 2022” and “Best CSR Bank Western Africa, 2022’’ by Global Banking and Finance Magazine. Other notable awards in FirstBank coffers include: “Best Bank in Nigeria” by Global Finance Magazine – fifteen times in a row; “Best Private Bank in Nigeria-2021” awarded by Global Finance magazine; “Best Internet Banking Nigeria” and ‘’Best CSR Bank Africa’’ by International Business Magazine.
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In 2023, FirstBank received notable awards including “Best Private Bank for Sustainable Investing in Africa 2023” by Global Finance Awards; “Best Sustainable Bank in Nigeria 2023” by International Investors Awards; “Best Bespoke Banking Services in Nigeria 2023” by International Investors Awards; “Best Financial Inclusion Service Provider in Nigeria 2023” by Digital Banker Africa; and “African Bank of the Year” by African Leadership Magazine.
FirstBank’s vision is ‘To be Africa’s Bank of first choice’ and our mission is ‘To remain true to our name by providing the best financial services possible. This commitment is anchored on our core values of EPIC – Entrepreneurship, Professionalism, Innovation and Customer-Centricity. Our strategic ambition is ‘To deliver accelerated growth in profitability through customer-led innovation and disciplined execution and our brand promise is always to deliver the ultimate “gold standard” of value and excellence to position You First in every respect.’
For further details, visit FirstBank’s social media handles or the official website.
