First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has restated its commitment to supporting initiatives geared towards youth, sports and overall national development.
The assurance was given by the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Bank, Mr. Ladi Balogun, at the closing ceremony of this year’s COPA Lagos Beach Soccer competition yesterday.
The soccer fiesta, organised by Kinetic Sports Limited and sponsored by FCMB for the sixth consecutive year, was held at Eko Atlantic Beach, Victoria Island, Lagos. Switzerland emerged champion of this year’s competition after defeating Nigeria by 8 goals to 3.
The highly colourful and entertaining competition also featured Enyimba Football Club and Pepsi Academy. According to Mr. Balogun, the Bank’s interventions in the area of sports are aimed at developing the minds, body and abilities of the populace, especially the youth, to contribute significantly to the growth of the country’s tourism sector.
”COPA Lagos Beach soccer tournament provides a platform to bring our customers, Nigerians, soccer fans together.
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