Union Bank of Nigeria, through its employee volunteering programme UnionCares, has commissioned a series of corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects at Ansar-Ud-Deen Primary School in Ebute-Metta, Lagos. The initiative, entirely conceived and executed by the bank's 2022–2024 management trainee cohort, delivers tangible and lasting improvements to one of Lagos's underserved learning communities.
Project Details
The project includes new toilet facilities for both teachers and students, renovated classrooms, a functional borehole providing access to clean water, a generating set to ensure uninterrupted power supply, and a range of educational materials for students.
Official Statement
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Chief Brand and Marketing Officer at Union Bank, Olufunmilola Aluko, underscored the significance of the initiative: "This project is proof of what happens when young professionals are trusted with purpose. Our 2022–2024 management trainees did not just complete a CSR mandate — they identified a need, rallied around it, and delivered real change for real children."
She added: "At Union Bank, we believe impact begins from within, and UnionCares exists to channel the talent and passion of our people into communities that need it most."
Broader Commitment
The commissioning reflects Union Bank's broader commitment to social development, particularly in underserved communities. By embedding CSR into the employee experience—from entry-level trainees to senior leadership—the bank is cultivating a culture where purpose and performance go hand in hand.
