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| 2018 | FCMB (UK) Limited obtained a personal and business banking license in United Kingdom |
| 2014 | FCMB (UK) Limited obtained a wholesale banking license to operate in the United Kingdom. FCMB launches inaugural domestic bond – 7 year N26bn Tier 2 bond to bolster its capital adequacy ratio and for general banking purposes |
| 2013 | In June 2013, FCMB assumed a holding structure in accordance with the regulations set by the Central bank of Nigeria. The group restructuring which ensued, resulted in FCMB Group Plc becoming the holding company for FCMB Ltd and its subsidiaries. |
| 2012 | FCMB completed the acquisition of FinBank Plc in February 2012 and subsequently merged with FinBank in October 2012. |
| 2007 | FCMB acquires Cooperative Development Bank, Midas Bank and Nigerian American Bank (for Nigerian subsidiary of Bank Boston). From 26 branches in 2005 (pre-consolidation), the bank grows to 150 branches by 2007. The bank attracts sizeable foreign shareholding. Tier 1 capital raised through public offering from just over N31bn to N133bn. Strategic alliance with Sabre Capital Worldwide (Mauritius) Limited. |
| 2005 | Through an initial public offering in 2005, FCMB raises over N16bn towards the N25bn share capital target stipulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria, becoming one of only 25 banks to achieve this target.
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| 2004 | Private placement of shares raises over N7bn, followed by conversion to public liability company in 2004. Lists on the Nigerian Stock Exchange in the same year. |
| 2001 | Name change from First City Merchant Bank to First City Monument Bank in 2001, following FCMB’s transformation to a universal bank. |
| 1996 | The first and, at that time, the largest loan syndication of N70m for the National Fertiliser Company of Nigeria (now NOTORE) is a landmark achievement in 1996. |
| 1990 | By the turn of the decade, the bank is a clear leader in investment banking and increasingly attracts and develops highly skilled staff. |
| 1982 | First City Merchant Bank is licensed in 1982, becoming the first local bank in Nigeria to be established without government support. |
| 1977 | City Securities Ltd is established. |
Vision
To be the premier financial services group of African origin.
Mission
To attain the highest levels of customer advocacy, be a great place to work and deliver superior and sustainable returns to our shareholders.
Core Values
EXECUTION
- We set clear goals and priorities
- We vigorously follow through on their attainment
- We remove barriers to effectiveness
- We have the right people in leadership roles
PROFESSIONALISM
- We play by the rules
- We uphold integrity
- We pursue personal development and learning (e-learning)
- We treat colleagues and customers fairly
INNOVATION
- We innovate to solve customer problems
- We innovate to reach new customers profitably
- We measure, report to the Board and reward innovation performance
- We dedicate people, processes and capital towards innovation
CUSTOMER FOCUS
- The voice of the customer drives our actions and initiatives
- We are proactive towards our customers’ needs
- We strive to save customers’ time and increase their prosperity