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Fidelity Bank Deepens Support for SMEs Through Abuja Business Forum

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Fidelity Bank Plc will conclude its 2026 Quarterly Business Forum series with an edition in Abuja, bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, industry experts and other stakeholders to examine strategies for sustainable growth in the Federal Capital Territory, RaveNewsOnline reports.

The forum will hold on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Barcelona Hotel, No. 23 Blantyre Street, Wuse 2, Abuja. The theme is Building Sustainable Businesses, Unlocking Growth, Governance and Opportunity in the FCT.

Speaking ahead of the event, the Divisional Head of SME Banking at Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Ugochi Osinigwe, said sustainable business growth depends on access to finance, sound governance, relevant knowledge and strong business connections.

She said, “At Fidelity Bank, we recognise that sustainable business growth requires a combination of access to finance, sound governance, relevant business knowledge and the ability to identify and maximise emerging opportunities.

“Through the Quarterly Business Forum, we are creating a platform where business owners can gain practical insights, strengthen their capabilities and connect with opportunities that will support their long-term success.”

“The Abuja edition will further reinforce the importance of building well-structured businesses that can adapt to changing market conditions, improve operational efficiency and position themselves for expansion. It will also provide an opportunity for participants to engage with relevant business stakeholders and explore pathways to greater competitiveness and resilience.”

Throughout 2026, the Quarterly Business Forum has promoted business engagement and knowledge sharing across the country. The Abuja edition will build on the gains of previous sessions, with discussions focused on governance, resilience and sustainable business practices.

Fidelity Bank supports entrepreneurs through its SME Banking proposition and SME Hub, which provide capacity building programmes, advisory services, networking opportunities and financial solutions tailored to the needs of businesses.

The Abuja forum will commence at 11.00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Barcelona Hotel, Wuse 2, Abuja.

Ranked among the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged Commercial Deposit Money Bank serving over 9.1 million customers through digital banking channels, its 255 business offices in Nigeria and United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.

The Bank is a recipient of multiple local and international Awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards; the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award for its Fidelity Mobile App by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider award by Global Brands Magazine. Additionally, the Bank was recognized as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and as the Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.

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