FirstBank Celebrates Success Africa Summit 2025: A Commitment to Youth Empowerment
FirstBank has participated in the recently concluded Success Africa Summit 2025, an annual motivational conference organized by LEC Group aimed at inspiring young leaders and entrepreneurs. This year’s summit drew an impressive turnout, impacting over 1,000 students across multiple campuses, demonstrating a growing interest in youth empowerment initiatives.
The Success Africa Summit, which targets students from prominent tertiary institutions such as the University of Cape Coast (UCC), University of Professional Studies Accra (UPSA), University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), University of Education (UEW), and University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) serves as a platform for young individuals to be inspired, challenged, and motivated to become trailblazers in their communities and beyond. The summit featured high-impact speaker engagements and resource persons.
FirstBank was represented at several key institutions, with Allen Quaye, Head of Retail Banking, attending the University of Professional Studies Accra (UPSA), Frank Adotey Addo, Head of Corporate Banking, engaging with students at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), while David Kormlagah, Takoradi Branch Manager, visited the University of Cape Coast. Their participation as resource persons underscored FirstBank’s unwavering commitment to youth development.
Commenting on the entire program, Victor Yaw Asante, Managing Director and CEO of FirstBank Ghana, stated, “Empowering the youth is not just a responsibility, it is a necessity for the sustainable growth of our society. At FirstBank, we are committed to providing the best training and resources to help young people thrive. Our dedication to nurturing youth talent is reflected in our various initiatives, including youth fairs, internship opportunities, and our Graduate Training Programme. We aim to ensure that the next generation of leaders is well-equipped to navigate the challenges of tomorrow.”
FirstBank has consistently championed youth initiatives like webinars aimed at providing young people with the skills and resources necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic job market. The Bank’s dedication to youth empowerment is reflected in its ongoing efforts to create opportunities that foster personal and professional growth.
According to Albert Kusi, (LEC Group, CEO) and conference host, “FirstBank’s support was crucial to the summit’s success. Their active participation and valuable resources not only facilitated high-impact speaker engagements but also provided students with essential insights into the bank’s diverse products and services. This engagement was pivotal in fostering a deeper understanding of financial literacy among the youth. Most importantly, FirstBank’s unwavering commitment to youth development reinforced the core message of the summit, inspiring participants to embrace their potential and pursue their aspirations with confidence.”
As the Success Africa Summit 2025 ends, FirstBank remains committed to its mission of nurturing young talent and providing the tools necessary for success. The Bank looks forward to pursuing partnerships with stakeholders to further enhance youth empowerment initiatives across the nation.
