Union Bank of Nigeria has commemorated the 2026 International Day of the Boy Child with a special outreach programme involving students of CMS Grammar School and Methodist Boys High School as part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives.
The bank visited CMS Grammar School in Bariga, Lagos, one of Nigeria’s oldest boys’ secondary schools, where a delegation led by Ali Kadiri engaged with the school management and students on possible partnership opportunities and educational support initiatives.
During the visit, Union Bank donated educational materials, including books and school bags, aimed at supporting student learning and development.
The bank also hosted students from CMS Grammar School and Methodist Boys High School at its headquarters in Marina, Lagos, where it organised a programme focused on equipping them with practical knowledge and life skills to support their academic growth, personal development, and future aspirations.
Speaking during the engagement, Kadiri, who is also an alumnus of CMS Grammar School, commended the institution’s management for its continued dedication to academic excellence and character development.
“I am delighted by the school management’s sustained commitment to nurturing and developing the next generation of male leaders,” he said.
“As an alumnus of this distinguished institution, I am encouraged by the remarkable progress it has made in advancing both the academic and character development of these young men.”
He added that Union Bank was proud to celebrate the occasion with the school while continuing to support initiatives that promote the wellbeing and future success of the boy child.
The bank reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the development and welfare of boys across Nigeria through collaborations with institutions and stakeholders focused on inclusive education and opportunities for young people.
According to the bank, the initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4, which promotes inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all.
