Ismail Abdullazeez Mantu Reporting
LAGOS, NIGERIA – FirstBank, one of Nigeria’s oldest and most prestigious financial institutions, is set to redefine the country’s skyline with the construction of its Iconic Headquarters building at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the 40-storey edifice, which will become the tallest building in Nigeria and West Africa upon completion, will be held on March 5, 2025.
The event will be chaired by President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, who will officially inaugurate the commencement of the landmark project.
The skyscraper is expected to symbolize Nigeria’s growing economic strength and FirstBank’s commitment to innovation and progress in the financial sector.
Set to rise in Eko Atlantic City, a futuristic coastal development in Lagos, the headquarters will serve as a beacon of modern architecture, sustainability, and corporate excellence.
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FirstBank aims to create an infrastructure that will not only house its corporate offices but also stand as a testament to its legacy of over 130 years of banking excellence.
According to FirstBank officials, the invitation-only event will host top government officials, industry leaders, and stakeholders in the banking and real estate sectors.
The FirstBank headquarters project aligns with Nigeria’s broader vision for infrastructural and economic advancement, reinforcing Lagos as a global business hub.
Upon completion, the building is expected to set new records in architectural brilliance and corporate sustainability in West Africa.
For further inquiries, guests can contact:
Olayinka Ijabiyi – firstbank@firstbanknigeria.com | 08122220931
Chinwe Bode-Akinwande – firstbank@firstbankgroup.com | 08081110120