Stanbic IBTC, a member of Standard Bank Group, has unfolded plans to contribute to the country’s development efforts through strategic interventions that are aimed at unlocking access to qualitative education for Nigerians.
Mrs. Sola David-Borha, chief executive officer, Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, said on the sidelines of the 20th Nigeria Economic Summit, in Abuja, that by focusing on education, the group recognises that the sector has the potential of stimulating socio-economic development, translating to higher productivity, economic empowerment and prosperity.
“The adoption of education as one of the pillars of Stanbic IBTC’s corporate social responsibilities presupposes its pivotal role in national development and growth.
“Education is the greatest legacy any nation can bequeath to its youth, and the most important investment in the future of any nation. It therefore requires a collective effort of the public and private sectors to blossom,” David Borha stated.
“Transforming education through partnerships for global competitiveness,” is a push for permanent structural changes that would enhance the quality of education and development of 21st century skills in Nigerian children, a mission shared by the Stanbic IBTC Group.
“Stanbic IBTC focuses on critical societal needs, including giving children healthy start in life by providing access to quality education and programmes which will help them build their self-esteem, social skills and empowerment,” David-Borha added.
Describing Nigeria’s economic potential as massive, David-Borha said that the Standard Bank Group would continue to seek opportunities in strategic sectors of the economy to grow its business while helping to create sustainable prosperity for the people.
“As an institution that is in Nigeria for the long run, we are very committed to helping the country achieve her developmental aspirations. We will continue to identify partnership opportunities towards the sustained development of the education sector across the country,” she added.’’