First Bank unveils new headquarters in Lagos

First Bank will on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, unveil its new green-certifiedIconic Head Office Building in Eko Atlantic City, Lagos State.

According to First Bank, the 40-storey building project set to be the tallest building in Nigeria, will be an engineering and environmental delight due to its technologically advanced, eco-friendly and sophisticated construction which would set a new standard for the financial services sector in Africa.

The bank, in a statement, said the groundbreaking ceremony signifies the beginning of a transformative journey that reinforces First Bank’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

The new headquarters, the bank said, is designed with sustainability in mind, featuring a green-certified building that reduces operational costs and positions FirstBank as a leader in sustainable banking practices.

Speaking on the development, the CEO of First Bank Group, Olusegun Alebiosu, stated: “We are proud to mark this significant milestone in our journey towards excellence.

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“Our new Head Office is envisioned as a world-class structure that represents our dedication to innovation, customer satisfaction, and sustainability.

“We believe that this development will play a crucial role in fostering economic growth and development across Africa, creating long-term value for all our stakeholders.”

The Chairman of FirstHoldCo, Femi Otedola, added: “Today’s (Wednesday) gathering highlights the importance of collaboration and support from various sectors in bringing our ambitious plans for the new headquarters to life.

“We appreciate the unrelenting support from our customers and stakeholders as we work together to turn this vision into reality.”

The groundbreaking ceremony will be attended by prominent dignitaries, including President Bola Tinubu, senators, and governor, among others.

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