FirstBank is holding the inaugural public lecture of the FirstBank Samuel Asabia Professorial Chair in Business Ethics and Governance at the University of Lagos on 3 September.

The lecture, themed ‘Business Ethics and the Future of Nigeria’s Economy’, will bring together academics, students, business leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers and other stakeholders to examine the critical role of ethics, integrity, accountability and sustainability in shaping Nigeria’s economic future.

The Samuel Asabia Professorial Chair in Business Ethics and Governance was created in honour of Samuel Asabia, the bank’s first indigenous managing director.

The Chair has served as a platform for promoting scholarly research, teaching and thought leadership in business ethics, corporate governance, responsible leadership and sustainable business practices.

In recognition of his exemplary leadership and contributions to Nigeria’s financial services sector, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank, Olusegun Alebiosu, will serve as chairman of the lecture.

On the significance of the lecture, Alebiosu stated: “At FirstBank, we believe that sustainable economic progress is anchored on ethical leadership, strong governance, and responsible enterprise.

The Samuel Asabia Professorial Chair represents our enduring commitment to advancing thought leadership and fostering meaningful dialogue on issues that shape the future of business and society. Through this inaugural public lecture, we are bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, academics and other stakeholders to explore how integrity-driven leadership can strengthen institutions, enhance economic resilience and accelerate Nigeria’s journey toward a more inclusive and prosperous future. We are proud to support this important platform for knowledge exchange and nation-building.”