L-R: Cynthia Sanyaolu, Head, Talent Management, Polaris Bank; Mathew Oji, Product Strategy, Polaris Bank; and Olanrewaju Oyekunle, Head, HR Operations, Polaris Bank, at the 2026 Jobberman Partners’ Convening in Lagos, where Polaris Bank was honoured with the Private Sector Champion Award in recognition of its outstanding contributions to youth employment, talent development, and workforce empowerment across Nigeria
Abayomi Susan
Lagos, Nigeria – May 7, 2026 – Polaris Bank, one of Nigeria’s leading digital retail and commercial banks, has received the Private Sector Champion Award at the 2026 Jobberman Partners’ Convening 2026 held at Eko Hotel & Suites, in recognition of its remarkable contributions to youth employment, talent development, and workforce empowerment across the country.
The award celebrates private sector organisations that have shown exceptional commitment to advancing youth employability through impactful recruitment initiatives, graduate trainee programmes, executive hiring support, candidate assessment initiatives, and strategic partnerships that create sustainable career opportunities for young Nigerians.
Organised by Jobberman, Nigeria’s leading recruitment and career development platform, the annual convening gathered key stakeholders from the private sector, development organisations, and industry leaders to discuss practical and scalable solutions to youth unemployment in Nigeria.
Speaking on the recognition, Cynthia Sanyaolu, Head of Talent Management at Polaris Bank, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to empowering young Nigerians and strengthening the nation’s workforce through strategic, people-focused initiatives aimed at delivering long-term economic and social impact.
“This recognition reflects Polaris Bank’s strong belief in the immense potential of Nigerian youths and our commitment to creating platforms that enable them to thrive professionally and economically,” she said. “At Polaris Bank, we regard talent development and youth empowerment as essential drivers of national growth and sustainable development.”
With the theme, “From Impact to Action: Collectively Designing the Future of Youth Employment in Nigeria,” the convening emphasised collaboration between the private sector and other stakeholders to expand access to meaningful employment opportunities while equipping young Nigerians with the skills needed to succeed in an evolving economy.
In its remarks, Jobberman commended Polaris Bank for consistently going beyond traditional partnerships to deliver measurable impact within Nigeria’s employment ecosystem. The recruitment firm described the bank as a credible, purpose-driven institution committed to promoting youth employability and supporting the future of work in Nigeria.
Over the years, Polaris Bank has continued to invest in initiatives that promote learning, career advancement, workforce inclusion, and economic empowerment. Through strategic graduate trainee programmes such as the Polaris Graduate Intensive Training (PGIT) and Polaris Tech Ignite Training (TechIGNITE), alongside other talent development initiatives and collaborative partnerships, the bank remains dedicated to supporting the next generation of Nigerian professionals and contributing to national development.
The recognition further strengthens Polaris Bank’s reputation as a socially responsible financial institution committed to driving sustainable impact through innovation, strategic partnerships, and people-centred initiatives that empower individuals, businesses, and communities across Nigeria.
