FCMB Group has commenced a N110 billion public offer to bolster its capital base - the first phase - to meet the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) regulatory requirements for international banks. The offer, which involves issuing 15,197,282,219 ordinary shares at N7.30 kobo each, was officially launched at the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.

Ladi Balogun, Group Chief Executive Officer of FCMB, outlined the bank's capital-raising strategy, emphasising a phased approach. The initial phase, targeting N150 billion through public and private placements, is expected to conclude byin2024. The bank ultimately seeks to raise N397 billion to maintain its international license.

The proceeds from the public offer will be allocated to strategic areas, including human capital development, business expansion, lending to key sectors (agriculture, SMEs, and non-oil exports), technological advancements, and enhanced cybersecurity. These investments are expected to drive growth, improve efficiency, and strengthen FCMB's market position.

Jude Chiemeka, CEO of the Nigerian Exchange Limited, expressed optimism about FCMB's capital-raising endeavour, highlighting the exchange's commitment to facilitating a smooth process.

Where to Buy FCMB Group Plc Public Offer Shares:

• Website:www.fcmbgroup.comandwww.fcmb.com(FCMB & Other Banks Customers)
• FCMB Mobile App (FCMB Customers)
• FCMB Online “ Internet Banking (RIB/BBG), (FCMB Customers)
• NGX Website:https://ngxgroup.com(FCMB & Other Banks Customers)
• FCMB Branches
• CSL Stockbrokers (01-2713920 - 4) and all reputable stockbroking firms in Nigeria

The FCMB Group comprises First City Monument Bank Limited, Credit Direct Limited, CSL Stockbrokers Limited, FCMB (UK) Limited,FCMB Pensions Limited, FCMB Asset Management Limited, FCMB Trustees Limited,FCMB Capital Markets Limited,and FCMB Microfinance Bank Limited.

PHOTO: From left;TheDoyen of the Nigerian capital market, Alhaji Rasheed Yusuf; CEO,Nigerian Exchange Regulation Limited, Mr Olufemi Sobanjo; CEO, Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), Mr Jude Chiemeka; Group Chief Executive Officer, NGX Group, Mr Temi Popoola; Group Chief Executive, FCMB Group Plc, Mr Ladi Balogun; Executive Director, Coverage & Investment Banking of the Group, Mr Femi Badeji; Executive Director/Chief Operating Officer, Mr Gbolahan Joshua; Mrs Olapeju Sofowora and Mrs Mfon Usoro both Directors of FCMB Group Plc, during the Facts Behind the Offer Presentation of FCMB Groups Public Offer held at the NGX in Lagos on July 30, 2024.