By Bunmi Yekini
Fidelity Bank PLC has been awarded the title of “Nigeria’s Best Private Bank” at the 2025 Euromoney Awards for Excellence, reinforcing its growing reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading customer-focused financial institutions.
The prestigious recognition was unveiled at a ceremony held recently at The Savoy in London, celebrating excellence across the global banking and finance industry.
In her reaction to the award, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank PLC, said the accolade reflects the bank’s commitment to exceptional service delivery.
“We are truly honored to be recognized by Euromoney as Nigeria’s Best Private Bank,” she said. “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff as well as our strong commitment to delivering premium wealth management solutions, personalized financial advisory, and superior client service to high-net-worth individuals in Nigeria and beyond.”
A statement on Euromoney’s official website praised the bank for its bespoke financial services, saying:
“The bank’s commitment to providing specialised credit solutions also sets it apart. Clients benefit from tailored lending options, including asset-backed lending, real estate financing, and customised credit facilities. These solutions are structured to support complex financial needs while ensuring flexibility and ease.”
With over 9.1 million customers served through 251 business offices and various digital platforms in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, Fidelity Bank continues to make strides in retail, SME, and corporate banking.
The bank has also bagged several other awards recently, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay BAFI Awards, the Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application by Global Business Outlook, and the Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider by Global Brands Magazine.
Fidelity was previously recognized by Euromoney as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria, and named Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay BAFI Awards, further highlighting its broad expertise in specialized financial services.