Frontline Nigerian lender Fidelity Bank PLC on Wednesday spurious allegations against the bank and its officials, making the rounds online and on social media.

Fidelity Bank said in a statement signed by Charles Aigbe, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications: “The unsubstantiated claims and accusations, designed to mislead the banking and general public are completely false, treacherous and libelous.

“This latest attempt to bring the image of the Bank to disrepute is the result of a failed blackmail and extortionist attempt, which has been reported to the authorities. We urge the public to disregard the falsehood in its entirety!”

“As a full-fledged commercial bank, operating in Nigeria, we are a responsible corporate citizen and our operations are guided by the laws of the land as well as local and international banking standards.

“At Fidelity Bank, we remain committed to providing excellent banking services to all and will not be distracted by the antics of these detractors.”