First Bank Sponsors ChessMasters Tournament for Lagos Schools
First Bank is sponsoring the ChessMasters tournament, which will involve 150 schools in Lagos, targeting children aged 6 to 11 years. Olayinka Ijabiyi, the Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications at First Bank, emphasized the firm's commitment to building talent and community engagement through this initiative.
The ChessMasters tournament aims to deepen engagement and celebrate talent while promoting social impact through sports. Damilola Okonkwo, the founder of KEI Academy, expressed appreciation for First Bank's support, noting that the partnership will enhance the impact of the tournament and inspire school participation.
Prince Adeyinka Adewol, Vice President of the Nigeria Chess Federation, commended the initiative for its role in nurturing future chess talent. This sponsorship reflects First Bank's enduring partnership with various sports events in Nigeria, including the Georgian Cup and the Lagos Amateur Golf Championship.
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