Atlanta, Georgia – Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to driving Nigeria’s trade beyond oil, spotlighting local enterprises on the global stage. The bank’s Managing Director and CEO, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, emphasized plans to boost Nigeria’s non-oil exports, currently valued at under $5 billion annually, through strategic international engagement.
Central to this effort is the Fidelity Nigeria International Trade & Creative Connect (FNITCC), recently held in Atlanta from September 18 to 20, 2025. The event, which will now be hosted annually, brought together export-ready Nigerian businesses spanning fashion, arts, manufacturing, and technology, creating a dynamic platform for trade, collaboration, and cultural exchange.
“Access to global markets is a pathway to shared prosperity,” Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe stated. “FNITCC 2025 proved that when Nigerian ingenuity meets international opportunity, extraordinary results follow. Fidelity Bank remains committed to supporting local talent and enabling cross-border growth.”
Exhibitors praised FNITCC 2025 as a transformative showcase for Nigerian businesses. With improved booth setups, higher attendance, and deeper engagement than previous editions, participants described the event as “a clear step up” and “more impactful than ever.”
Teams like By Nuga Designs celebrated the event’s outcomes, noting new business leads and valuable networking opportunities. “It was an honour to exhibit among such a vibrant community of creatives, entrepreneurs, and cultural ambassadors,” the team said.
Beyond commerce, FNITCC highlighted the resilience and camaraderie of Nigerian entrepreneurs. One exhibitor shared how unforeseen challenges led to spontaneous international deals, underlining the event’s role in fostering connections that often outweigh immediate sales.
Exhibitors also extended gratitude to Fidelity Bank for its seamless execution and dedicated support. “The professionalism, warmth, and commitment of the Fidelity team made this experience truly remarkable,” said a representative from FSGF AFRICA LTD.
Fidelity Bank Plc, ranked among Nigeria’s leading banks, serves over 9.1 million customers through 255 business offices nationwide and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited, offering comprehensive digital banking solutions. Through initiatives like FNITCC, the bank continues to position Nigerian enterprises for global growth while diversifying the country’s export economy.
