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Fraud allegations against us by a customer are false, unfounded – FirstBank
By Springnews Ng

FirstBank has debunked the allegations of fraud in the bank by one of its customers as false and unfounded.

In a statement on Friday by the management, the bank noted that the said customer, Dr. Agbai Eke, had unprofessional and unethical dealings with a former staff of the bank, adding that the matter is in court, hence it would refrain from making further comments on it.

The bank reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and the protection of its customers’ interests, assuring its stakeholders that it operates with the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

The statement read: “We have been made aware of a recent publication by Thisday Newspaper, Arise Television and a circulating video 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.

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Nigerians say goodbye to NEPA as Davido’s father completes his $2 billion power plant! ⚡ This project will supply electricity to over 3 million people at half the cost of NEPA.

While Davido entertains Nigeria, his father is creating jobs and providing affordable electricity for the people. Big congratulations! 👏🏽

Nedu Bows Out as Host of The Honest Bunch Podcast Amidst Ongoing Controversy

Media personality Nedu has officially stepped down as the host of The Honest Bunch Podcast, citing relentless scrutiny, antagonism, and personal attacks. While he described his time on the show as an incredible journey, he admitted that the backlash had taken a toll, leading him to prioritize his peace of mind and the integrity of the podcast.

Despite his exit, Nedu remains hopeful that the show will continue to thrive. He also reassured fans that he will keep engaging in meaningful conversations through other platforms while expressing gratitude to his supporters for standing by him.

JSS, SSS, scrapped as FG introduces 12-year basic education model

The Federal Government has announced the scrapping of all Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary Schools in the country and introduced a compulsory 12-year uninterrupted basic education model after which a Nigerian child can aspire to higher education.




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