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Fidelity Bank to Drive Growth for Northern Businesses with Quarterly Business Forum in Kano
By prince Benson Davies
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, will host the next edition of its Quarterly Business Forum on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Kano.
The forum will bring together business owners, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to explore strategies for business growth and sustainability across Northern Nigeria.
This Kano edition follows the success of the previous forum in Port Harcourt, which gave entrepreneurs practical insights, valuable industry connections, and tools for building sustainable businesses.
Theme: “Positioning Northern Businesses for Growth”
The forum will focus on the key opportunities and trends shaping Northern Nigeria’s business landscape. Key discussions will cover:
– Strengthening business operations
– Improving financial management
– Expanding access to finance
– Leveraging digital solutions
– Growing market reach
– Building resilient, long-term businesses
Speaking ahead of the event, Ugochi Osinigwe, Divisional Head, SME Banking, Fidelity Bank Plc, said:
“The Fidelity Bank Quarterly Business Forum is designed to equip businesses with practical knowledge, meaningful connections, and access to opportunities that drive growth and competitiveness. Hosting this edition in Kano reflects our commitment to supporting businesses nationwide, and especially empowering entrepreneurs in Northern Nigeria with the tools they need to unlock their potential.”
Participants will benefit from expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, networking opportunities, and actionable insights tailored to today’s business realities.
The Quarterly Business Forum is part of Fidelity Bank’s wider commitment to Nigeria’s SME sector. The Bank was recently named Winner of the DBN Service Ambassadors Award for Highest Impact on MSMEs Accessing Credit for the First Time, in recognition of its role in deepening financial inclusion and enterprise growth.
Through access to knowledge, capacity building, tailored financial solutions, and strong business networks, Fidelity Bank continues to help entrepreneurs build stronger and more sustainable businesses.
