CIBN, Stakeholders Partner Computer Village Digital Iyaloja to Promote Financial Literacy Among Traders
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), Lagos State Branch, in collaboration with the Computer Village Market Board, has organised the Financial Literacy Outreach 2026 to promote financial awareness, strengthen business management skills, and enhance financial inclusion among traders in Computer Village, Ikeja, Lagos.
The programme, themed “Empowered Traders, Stronger Businesses,” was organised in partnership with the Digital Iyaloja of Computer Village, Hon. (Mrs.) Abisola Azeez-Isokpehi, with sponsorship from PrividousUnity Bank and facilitated by the President of Evergreen Cooperative Society; Mr. Abdulazeez Olawale
In her welcome address, Hon. (Mrs.) Azeez-Isokpehi highlighted the importance of financial education in empowering traders to make informed business decisions, improve financial discipline, and build sustainable enterprises.
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The Chairman of the CIBN Lagos State Branch, Mr. Akinwunmi Lawal, FCIB, delivered the opening remarks, while Dr. (Mrs.) Abosede Ogundimu, FCIB, representative of PrividousUnity Bank and First Vice Chairperson of the CIBN Lagos State Branch, delivered a goodwill message in support of initiatives that advance financial knowledge and business development.
A major highlight was the keynote presentation and financial literacy masterclass delivered by Dr. Abiodun Ariyo, focusing on practical strategies for financial planning and inclusion under the theme, “Empowered Traders, Stronger Businesses.” The session was designed to equip participants with relevant financial knowledge for effective money management, business growth, and long-term sustainability.
The event also featured an interactive question-and-answer session moderated by Mr. Abdulazeez Olawale, President of Evergreen Cooperative Society, provides participants with an opportunity to seek clarification on financial management and related business challenges.
The initiative underscores the importance of collaboration between professional financial institutions, market leadership, cooperative societies, and private-sector stakeholders in strengthening financial literacy and promoting a more resilient trading community.
Through the outreach, the organisers reaffirmed the need to empower traders with practical financial knowledge as a pathway to stronger businesses, improved economic opportunities, and sustainable growth within Computer Village and the wider informal economy.
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