Fidelity Bank Champions Youth Development Through Sponsorship of Gymfest Championship 2.0

Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading financial institution in Nigeria, has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment by serving as the headline sponsor of the Gymfest Championship 2.0.

Held over the weekend in Lagos, the championship recorded impressive participation from children aged 3 to 12, competing across levels 1 to 7. Gymfest 2.0 convened gymnasts, parents, schools, clubs, and sponsors, all driven by a shared mission to nurture emerging gymnastic talent nationwide.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank Plc, noted that the bank’s support for gymnastics aligns with its broader agenda to invest in platforms that empower young Nigerians to achieve their full potential.

“At Fidelity Bank, we understand the transformative power of sports. Athletics instill discipline, enhance focus, and promote teamwork — values that shape character and strengthen communities. These same principles underpin innovation, leadership, and national growth.

“As the headline sponsor of Gymfest, we are proud to back an initiative that encourages physical excellence, fosters community spirit, and inspires national pride. Gymfest is not just a competition; it motivates children to dream boldly and pursue those dreams with commitment,” Nwagboh said.

Co-founder of the Gymfest Championship and Founder of Tee Tumblers Gymnastics Club, Yoyin Akpose, also spoke on the long-term vision behind the initiative. She emphasized that Gymfest aims to create a robust ecosystem of children, parents, clubs, schools, and sponsors connected by a unified passion for gymnastics.

“Our goal is to make gymnastics accessible to every child with a dream, by establishing fully equipped training centers across communities — from Surulere to Ikorodu, Ikeja, Apapa, and beyond,” Akpose stated.

“GYMFEST is redefining the landscape by offering a structured pathway for talent development, global exposure, and professional coaching,” she added.

A standout moment from the event was the exceptional performance of Oluwatoni Pitan, who emerged as the overall best gymnast in the Level 2 Vault category.

Expressing her delight, she said, “I’m very excited because I didn’t expect this at all. This is my first Level 2 competition, and I prepared for three weeks. I encourage other female gymnasts to work hard and stay consistent — your big moment can come when you least expect it.”

Oluwatoni also thanked Fidelity Bank, the event organizers, and her parents for providing the platform to showcase her abilities and pursue her aspirations as a young athlete.

Through strategic collaborations such as GYMFEST, Fidelity Bank continues to demonstrate its commitment to nurturing future leaders, promoting positive social impact, and advancing sports development in Nigeria.

Ranked among Nigeria’s top-performing banks, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged commercial institution serving over 9.1 million customers through robust digital channels, 255 business offices across Nigeria, and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.

The bank has earned numerous local and international recognitions, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by the BusinessDay BAFI Awards, the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application Award for its Fidelity Mobile App by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider Award by Global Brands Magazine. Fidelity Bank was also named Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay BAFI Awards.