Abayomi Susan
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced its sponsorship of the 2026 Young Innovators Camp, a free educational initiative organised by MONAT to equip children with practical Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills essential for success in an increasingly technology-driven world.
The camp, which commenced on July 20, 2026, is providing participating children with immersive, hands-on learning experiences focused on creativity, innovation, critical thinking and problem-solving. The initiative is designed to nurture young minds and prepare them with future-ready skills through engaging and practical STEM education.
Participants are being introduced to age-appropriate STEM concepts through guided build sessions and other interactive activities aimed at stimulating curiosity and encouraging experiential learning. The camp also features small-group learning with facilitators, financial literacy sessions, creative exercises and other engaging experiences designed to build confidence, teamwork and innovative thinking among the children.
Speaking on the partnership, the Divisional Head of Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, said the initiative underscores the bank’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.
“The future will be shaped by those who can solve problems, think creatively, and harness technology to improve lives. At Fidelity Bank, we believe these abilities should be nurtured from an early age. Through the Young Innovators Camp, we are giving children the opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics in a fun, practical and engaging way that inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and encourages innovation. We want every child who participates to leave believing that they have the potential not just to succeed in the future, but to help create it,” he said.
Nwagboh further emphasised that Fidelity Bank views investment in education particularly STEM education as a strategic investment in Nigeria’s future.
“As a bank committed to helping people grow, thrive and prosper, we see education, particularly STEM education, as a strategic investment in Nigeria’s future. Today’s young innovators will become tomorrow’s engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs, inventors and technology leaders. By partnering with MONAT, we are investing in a generation equipped with the skills, mindset and confidence to solve real-world challenges, create opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to national development. This is more than a summer camp; it is about unlocking potential and inspiring the next generation of innovators,” he added.
The Young Innovators Camp reinforces Fidelity Bank’s sustained investment in initiatives that prepare children and young people for future opportunities. It builds on the bank’s education-focused interventions, including SWEETA, which supports children’s development, as well as its broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda centred on youth empowerment, education, skills development and expanding access to opportunities that improve long-term outcomes for individuals and communities.
As part of the programme, every participant will receive a specially curated gift pack containing educational resources and STEM learning materials to encourage continued exploration and learning beyond the camp, making the experience both memorable and transformative.
Participation in the Young Innovators Camp is free, and parents and guardians of children aged 4 to 10 years are encouraged to register their wards for the programme by visiting https:// monatng.com/event/young-innovators-camp/, subject to the availability of spaces.
