FirstBank has announced a strategic partnership with EStars Education Africa Limited (EStars), a leading international figure in educational esports, aimed at enhancing Esports education.
This collaboration offers FirstBank an opportunity to assist with the implementation of EStars' extensive esports certifications, which encompass introductory certificates as well as BTEC programs focused on gaming.
These programs aim to provide students with the essential abilities and information needed to thrive in the rapidly growing field of esports.
Alongside their educational programs, FirstBank and EStars are looking into launching a jointly branded gaming credit card. This initiative aims to improve user satisfaction by providing customers with special advantages, incentives, and elements tailored specifically for gamers.
As a leading financial services provider in Africa, with a vast network of over 820 business locations and 39 million+ customer accounts, FirstBank is uniquely positioned to drive economic growth and empowerment.
This partnership with EStars reflects FirstBank’s dedication to progress, nurturing young talent, and backing rising industries such as esports, thus guaranteeing a robust economic outlook for future generations.
Mags Byrne, the CEO of EStars, expressed excitement about the collaboration saying, "We are delighted to join forces with FirstBank, Nigeria's premier financial institution, to offer our educational products to their clientele. This partnership enables us to extend our reach across Africa as we strive to promote educational esports."
Joel Popoola, the Africa Advisor at EStars, commented: "The collaboration between EStars and FirstBank represents a crucial step towards enhancing esports education in Nigeria. Through this initiative, which merges organized educational programs within the growing gaming sector, we aim to equip Nigerian students with vital digital, business, and technological competencies necessary for tomorrow’s job market."
This partnership goes beyond gaming; it aims to provide young individuals with the skills and expertise required to succeed in a digital economy, paving the way for exciting careers in technology, manufacturing, and other fields.
The Chukwuma Ezirim, who leads the e-Business and Retail Products Division as an executive at FirstBank, shared his excitement regarding the collaboration stating: "We are thrilled to partner with EStars in leading the way towards esports education among young people. This field represents a novel horizon filled with creative possibilities, innovations, and job prospects." He further explained, "Recognizing the immense potential of esports in molding the next generation’s path forward, we aim to capitalize on these resources for their advantage. Through investments in esports education, we aspire to unlock promising career avenues for today's youth while fostering the expansion and progress within Africa's gaming community. It brings us great pride here at FirstBank to spearhead such groundbreaking initiatives.”
Provided by Syndigate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).
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