Managing Director of Unity Bank, Tomi Somefun, Tasks Students on World Savings Day Training

As the cornerstone for establishing sustainable wealth creation for Nigerian children, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Unity Bank Plc, Mrs. Tomi Somefun, has tasked parents with taking on more responsibility in encouraging early kid adoption of banking and savings culture.

Somefun assumed leadership during a training session for Kabayi Secondary School students in Mararaba, Nasarawa State, as part of the events commemorating World Savings Day this year.

“The government and parents must make it a priority to start nurturing Nigerian Child for financial responsibility, savings culture and investment, This is the best approach to raising a generation of financially literate society with individuals who are disciplined, wealth creators to drive social and economic changes,” said Somefun.

Speaking on behalf of Mrs. Titilayo Abraham, Group Head, Customer Engagement, Unity Bank Plc, Mrs. Somefun also pushed for government-backed programs that encourage parents to commit to teaching their kids to save.

She gave the pupils instruction on the value of saving and how to develop sound money management practices that will pave the way for a fulfilling and secure financial future.

Representatives from Unity Bank led the program, which encouraged students to adopt a savings culture at a young age and was intended to teach kids savings skills and information. The training was also held in 31 other secondary schools throughout Nigeria.

Every year on October 31, World Savings Day is observed with the goal of raising public awareness of the value of saving money and promoting saving behavior.

The topic of this year’s World saves Day, which falls on October 31, 2023, is “Conquer your Tomorrow,” with the aim of highlighting the significance of saves for a stable financial future.

The World Savings Day activities in Nigeria are coordinated by the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Banker’s Committee, and Money Deposit Banks in collaboration with Junior Achievement Nigeria. The goal is to encourage involvement from students and teachers in primary and secondary schools throughout the country.