FirstBank of Nigeria Limited has dismissed recent fraud allegations made by Dr Agbai Eke, describing them as “entirely unfounded and false.” The allegations, published by Thisday Newspaper and Arise Television, it stated, stem from a court case filed by Eke against the bank.
In a statement by Olayinka Ijabiyi, Ag. Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, FirstBank emphasised its commitment to transparency and accountability, assuring stakeholders of its adherence to the highest standards of integrity. The bank has refrained from further comments pending the court’s decision.
Read the statement below:
Allegations of Fraud Unfounded and False
We have been made aware of a recent publication by Thisday Newspaper, Arise Television and a video circulating regarding a court case filed by a customer, Dr. Agbai Eke, against FirstBank.
We can affirm that the allegations of fraud in the Bank as alluded to by ‘Dr. Agbai Eke’ are entirely unfounded and false. Our findings on the matter indicate unprofessional and unethical dealings between Dr. Agbai Eke and a former FirstBank employee, using a personal relationship to facilitate unauthorised transactions outside the bank’s knowledge or involvement.
As the matter is currently before the Court, we will refrain from further comments to allow the Court to dispassionately determine the issues before it. The Bank has equally filed a report to law enforcements for further proper investigations and the suspects have made useful statements while the investigations are ongoing.
As the matter is currently before the Court, we will refrain from further comment to allow the Court to dispassionately determine the issues before it. The Bank has equally filed a report to law enforcements for further investigations and the suspects have made useful statements while the investigations are ongoing.
FirstBank remains committed to transparency, accountability, and the protection of its customers’ interests. We assure our stakeholders that we operate with the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
Olayinka Ijabiyi
Ag. Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications
First Bank of Nigeria Limited