Fidelity Bank Plc has launched a comprehensive support series aimed at equipping women with the tools and skills necessary to scale their businesses and professional careers.

The initiative, themed ‘Give to Gain’, marks the bank’s commemoration of International Women’s Day 2026 and is being executed through its dedicated women’s proposition, HerFidelity.

Central to this month’s activities is a direct intervention for women-led micro-businesses across Nigeria. To provide immediate relief and growth potential, the bank is distributing 1,000 sewing and grinding machines, ensuring that female entrepreneurs in the vocational and agricultural processing sectors have the hardware to increase their productivity.

“At Fidelity Bank, we believe that empowering women economically creates an impact that extends beyond the individual. It strengthens families, grows businesses, and uplifts communities,” said Ugochi Osinigwe, the Divisional Head of Small and Medium-scale Enterprises Banking at Fidelity Bank Plc.

Beyond equipment, the bank is investing heavily in “soft” and “hard” skills. On 18 March 2026, the bank hosted a masterclass focused on communication, personal branding, and confidence-building for women looking to dominate their professional spaces.

Looking ahead to the end of the month, a Gele Masterclass is scheduled for this month. This session is designed to turn the traditional art of head-tie styling into a lucrative, marketable skill.

“We want women to leave these sessions with practical tools they can apply immediately, whether that is speaking confidently in public, building a stronger personal brand, or learning a skill that can generate income,” Osinigwe added.

The bank’s commitment is anchored by the HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme. Earlier this month, the bank solidified this commitment by signing strategic Memoranda of Understanding with various partner organisations. These collaborations are designed to provide long-term access to vocational training and sustainable enterprise opportunities.

Fidelity Bank, currently serving over 10 million customers, continues to be a dominant force in the Nigerian banking sector. Having recently been named the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence, this latest initiative reinforces its reputation as a partner for small business growth.