To mark its fourth anniversary, 9 Payment Service Bank (9PSB), a digital payment service provider, has donated 10,000 branded exercise books to schools.

They include Crown Jewel College in Lagos; LEA Primary School in Abuja; Kano Capital School, Kano; and Shokwari Junior Secondary School, Maiduguri, Borno State.

The financial literacy session and donation of books are to empower pupils and invariably parents by ensuring they are well equipped with the materials to succeed. It further reflects commitment of the bank to drive financial inclusion via promoting financial literacy and social development.

This donation is part of 9PSB’s broader CSR initiative, to bridge the financial inclusion gap by providing financial literacy masterclasses to pupils as well as essential resources to aid their studies.

Speaking at the donation at Crown Jewel College in Lagos, Branka Mracajac, Managing Director of 9PSB, hailed the initiative. “This is our way of adding value to the society. We are confident this educative session with the pupils, as well as books donated, will improve their knowledge of finance, money management skills and ability to prepare for the future. As we mark our 4th year anniversary…” she said.

She noted that financial literacy is a cornerstone of the bank’s commitment in driving financial inclusion in Nigeria. “At 9PSB, we understand financial literacy begins with education. We believe the books donated, and the sessions, will play a pivotal role in the academic growth of the pupils and help their success. Our mission is to provide banking services and empower youths with tools and information to make informed financial decisions,” she added.

The gesture was appreciated by pupils and school authority. Mrs. Remilekun Fadeyi, headteacher, thanked 9PSB.

“On behalf of the school management and pupils, I am sincerely grateful for this generous contribution.