BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI

As part of its continued commitment to advancing financial literacy among Nigerian youth, FMDQ Group PLC, through its flagship corporate responsibility initiative, FMDQ Next Generation Financial Markets Empowerment Programme  commemorated the 2026 Global Money Week by hosting a financial literacy outreach programme for students at Bethesda Secondary School, Ikota, Ajah, Lagos. The initiative, held on March 18, 2026, featured an engaging “Teach-a-Class” session designed to introduce students to foundational financial markets concepts and the importance of making informed financial decisions.

 

Global Money Week is an annual global campaign coordinated by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s International Network on Financial Education to promote financial literacy among young people and equip them with essential financial skills for long-term well-being. The 2026 edition was observed from March 16 to 20.

 

The FMDQ-Next Teach-A-Class initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 1 (No Poverty), reinforcing the Group’s commitment to inclusive education. During the session, the students participated in interactive discussions on money management, savings, investments, and the role of financial markets in economic development. This year’s outreach was delivered directly at the school, expanding access to financial education within the students’ learning environment.

 

Speaking on the initiative, Ms. Tumi Sekoni, Group Chief Operating Officer, FMDQ Group, stated: “At FMDQ, we recognise that financial knowledge is a critical life skill that empowers individuals to build sustainable futures. Global Money Week provides an important platform to engage young people early and inspire responsible financial habits. Through initiatives such as our Teach-A-Class outreach, we remain committed to equipping young people with the knowledge and skills required for a financially literate future.”

 

FMDQ-Next is designed to promote financial markets education and awareness among students across all levels, including university graduates. It provides young minds with meaningful engagement opportunities within the financial markets. Since its launch in 2018, FMDQ-Next has impacted over one thousand, four hundred and seventy (1,470) participants, from primary students to fresh graduates, through various initiatives, including summer camps, excursions, virtual financial literacy sessions, trading challenges, and internships. FMDQ-Next reflects FMDQ Group’s unwavering commitment to fostering financial literacy and promoting inclusive participation in Nigeria’s financial markets, supporting the development of a more resilient and financially aware society.