Polaris Bank Financial Literacy Session held at Community Day Secondary School, Tsaski Yan’albasa, Charanchi Local Government Area of Katsina State, during Global Money week 2026.
By Peace Udugba
Polaris Bank Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment, financial inclusion, and building a financially responsible generation with a Financial Literacy Day session held at Community Day Secondary School, Tsaski Yan’albasa, in Charanchi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
The event, which formed part of activities marking Global Money Week (GMW), impacted 90 students and 10 teachers, equipping them with practical knowledge on savings, budgeting, responsible spending, banking fundamentals, financial goal-setting, peer influence, and informed decision-making.
Global Money Week is a worldwide campaign that promotes financial awareness among young people, encouraging savings culture, entrepreneurship, and economic citizenship, while supporting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s financial inclusion objectives.
Speaking on the initiative, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank, Mr. Kayode Lawal, said financial literacy remains a key foundation for building an economically empowered generation.
“At Polaris Bank, we believe financial literacy is essential to raising responsible and economically empowered young people. When students understand savings, budgeting, and financial discipline early, they are better prepared to make sound decisions and contribute positively to the economy,” he said.
He added that the Bank’s participation in Global Money Week reflects its long-term commitment to youth development and financial inclusion.
“This is not just about teaching students how to save. It is about helping them understand discipline, planning, and financial responsibility as tools for long-term success. We will continue to support initiatives that bring financial education closer to young people, especially in underserved communities,” he added.
The session featured expert-led modules facilitated by Mr. Patrick Sule, who provided an overview of Global Money Week, the role of the Central Bank of Nigeria, and the importance of cultivating a strong savings culture.
Discussions also covered banking essentials, financial discipline, goal-setting, and smart spending habits, as well as managing peer pressure and making independent financial decisions in the face of lifestyle influences.
Another segment focused on financial responsibility and legitimate income opportunities for young people, emphasizing the importance of developing strong financial habits early in life to support academic and personal growth.
Representing the Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Dahiru Tukur, Group Head, Kano Group, Polaris Bank, delivered regulatory insights in simple terms and led an interactive “Smart Money Talk” session to reinforce key lessons.
“The decisions you make with money today, no matter how small, can shape your future. Learning to save, spend wisely, and resist negative financial pressure is a major step toward becoming responsible adults,” he said.
He also introduced students to the Polaris Young Achievers Account, explaining its benefits in encouraging early savings habits, along with account-opening requirements and other suitable financial products for young savers.
The programme concluded with a lively question-and-answer session, where students engaged actively, followed by the distribution of branded gift items to reinforce learning.
The Principal of Community Day Secondary School, Samaila Umar Sanda, commended Polaris Bank for the initiative, describing it as practical and impactful.
“Programmes like this help students connect classroom learning with real-life financial decisions. Polaris Bank has helped our students understand that money management begins with discipline, planning, and the right mindset. We are grateful for this timely intervention,” he said.
The initiative reinforces Polaris Bank’s commitment to education, youth development, financial inclusion, and sustainable community impact. It also aligns with the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP-FI) Principles for Responsible Banking, particularly Principle 3, which focuses on clients and customers, and the Bank’s commitment to financial health and inclusion.
