First Bank to Host AI Webinar for Nigerian SMEs

First Bank Nigeria Limited announced plans to host an SMEConnect webinar on March 31, 2026, aimed at equipping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria with the knowledge to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for business growth. The webinar will focus on the adoption and integration of AI to drive efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth.

The theme of the event is "AI for Business Growth: Adoption and Integration for Scalable Impact." It is designed to help entrepreneurs understand how AI can enhance products, streamline business processes, and improve customer engagement, supporting smarter, data-driven decision-making in a rapidly evolving digital economy. The session will feature several industry experts, including Temitop Odud as the guest speaker, who will share global insights on successful AI adoption in small businesses.

Other speakers include Abednego Ugwuek and Ibidun Adedew, who will discuss digital banking tools and strategies available for SMEs. Chuma Ezirim emphasized the importance of SMEs to Nigeria's economic growth and highlighted the bank's commitment to supporting business owners with innovative financial solutions.