First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) Limited is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Gold and Gemstone Conference & Exhibition (GGCE) 2025, showing its commitment to the gold and minerals value chain.
Scheduled for November 24 to 28, 2025, in Lagos, this event highlights FirstBank’s strategic backing for projects that promote empowerment, community development, and opportunities within the precious minerals sector.
The bank’s sponsorships are aimed at enhancing brand visibility and fostering growth in key areas like mining, trade, and community welfare.
Organisers noted that FirstBank has a history of supporting initiatives such as Edo Women in Mining at the 2024 Gold & Gemstone Conference, stressing the importance of gender inclusivity and empowerment.
By continuing to play a pivotal role in driving sustainable economic growth in Nigeria and Africa, FirstBank is involved in partnerships spanning finance, cultural events, and trade exhibitions.
“We are delighted to have FirstBank as a key sponsor of GGCE 2025. Their dedication to financial inclusion, women’s empowerment, and industry engagement aligns perfectly with our goal of unlocking value in Nigeria’s gold and gemstone sector,” said Engr Janet Adeyemi, President of Women in Mining in Nigeria, representing the organizing committee and the GGCE team.
In the same vein, Olayinka Ijabiyi, FirstBank’s acting Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications, emphasized the bank’s focus on supporting initiatives that uplift communities, empower stakeholders—especially women—and drive inclusive growth in Nigeria’s resource economy. The aim is to ensure equal distribution of benefits for a sustainable and prosperous future for all Nigerians.
