FirstBank of Nigeria has described as false, the allegation of fraud against it.
The allegation was said to have been alluded to “Dr. Agbai Eke.”
The bank stated that its findings had indicated unprofessional and unethical dealings between Dr. Agbai Eke and a former FirstBank employee, using a personal relationship to facilitate unauthorized transactions outside the bank’s knowledge or involvement.
The bank gave the assurance that it remained committed to transparency, accountability, and the protection of its customers’ interests.
The statement issued by the bank reads in full:
“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.
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“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 unauthorized transactions outside the bank’s knowledge or involvement.
“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.”
