Stanbic IBTC Adopts Four Schools Nationwide, Enhances Educational Facilities
The selected schools for adoption include Methodist School, Mbiafun Nkwono Ikono, Akwa Ibom State; Aramoko District School, Aramoko Ekiti State; Magin Rafi Model Primary School Tudun Wada, Sokoto State; and Mala Kachallah Model School, Maiduguri, Borno State.
AKACHI NOEL 
Stanbic IBTC, a prominent financial service provider in Nigeria, has taken a significant step towards improving education and promoting sustainable development by adopting four schools across different states in Nigeria under its Adopt-a-School program.
The selected schools for adoption include Methodist School, Mbiafun Nkwono Ikono, Akwa Ibom State; Aramoko District School, Aramoko Ekiti State; Magin Rafi Model Primary School Tudun Wada, Sokoto State; and Mala Kachallah Model School, Maiduguri, Borno State.
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Dr. Demola Sogunle, CEO of Stanbic IBTC, emphasized the strategic importance of the initiative, highlighting the organization's commitment to implementing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies. He stated that the adoption of these schools reflects their dedication to promoting sustainability and making a positive impact on communities.
Dr. Sogunle underlined the socio-economic benefits of the initiative, emphasizing the crucial role of education in societal development. By adopting these schools, Stanbic IBTC aims not only to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 but also to invest in the future of these communities.
As part of the initiative, Stanbic IBTC renovated and reconstructed classroom blocks, furnished classrooms, established computer laboratories, and provided digital resources to empower students, thereby creating modern and conducive learning environments.
Furthermore, the organization focused on creating an inclusive educational ecosystem by providing workstations and renovating toilet blocks to ensure the availability of necessary resources for the students.
Stanbic IBTC showcased its commitment to sustainable construction practices by prioritizing passive cooling and ventilation techniques, water conservation, and energy efficiency in the renovated facilities. The integration of climate-adaptive landscaping further ensures resilience against the impacts of climate change.
Dr. Sogunle reiterated Stanbic IBTC's commitment to responsible corporate citizenship, emphasizing the goal of making a lasting positive impact on communities through initiatives that enable sustainable and thriving environments for future generations.
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The Adopt-a-School program aligns with Stanbic IBTC's Social, Environmental, and Economic (SEE) framework, demonstrating the organization's mission to be a responsible corporate citizen and contribute meaningfully to societal development.
