Fidelity Bank Expands Women’s Economic Inclusion with HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme 2.0
Enhanced initiative targets sustainable entrepreneurship and financial independence for Nigerian women
Lagos, Nigeria – Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the launch of the second edition of its flagship women-focused empowerment initiative, the HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme 2.0 (HAP 2.0), reinforcing its commitment to advancing women’s economic participation and enterprise development.
Designed to equip women with practical, income-generating skills and structured pathways to entrepreneurship, HAP 2.0 builds on the success of its inaugural edition held in 2023, with a renewed focus on sustainability and long-term economic impact.
Speaking during a media briefing to herald the programme’s rollout, Divisional Head, Product Development at Fidelity Bank Plc, Osita Ede, said the upgraded edition reflects insights gathered from participants and stakeholders of the first phase.
“HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme 2.0 reflects our commitment to continuous improvement. Having evaluated feedback from the first edition, we have returned with stronger partnerships and deeper mentorship structures to ensure that women acquire not just skills, but sustainable economic opportunities,” he stated.
Ede explained that the programme will provide participants with immersive, hands-on apprenticeship training under reputable institutions and industry experts across diverse fields, including hair styling, shoe making, auto mechatronics, and interior decoration.
Beyond technical skills acquisition, the initiative integrates comprehensive business support services such as financial literacy training, mentorship throughout the apprenticeship journey, and access to the bank’s tailored women-focused and SME financing solutions. Participants will also benefit from guidance on business formalisation, scalability, and long-term growth strategies.
“By integrating structured mentorship with entrepreneurial development, Fidelity Bank is positioning women not just as trainees, but as future employers, innovators, and economic contributors within their communities,” Ede added.
Interested participants are encouraged to register via: https://bit.ly/Apprenticeshipbyherfidelity.
Serving over 10 million customers through its digital platforms, 255 business offices across Nigeria, and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited, Fidelity Bank Plc continues to strengthen its position as one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions.
The bank has received several recognitions, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay’s BAFI Awards, the Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award by Global Business Outlook, and the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence, among others—further underscoring its leadership in innovation and inclusive banking.
