First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has made four Nigerians millionaires as it continues to reward loyal customers in its popular Millionaire Promo, now in its 10th season. The winners, who emerged from the April 2025 draw, were each given ₦1 million after a live computerised raffle.
The lucky winners are Anita Yesufu, a fashion designer based in Lagos; Abdulsalam Ibrahim, a business owner from Kaduna; Abolarin Oluwagbemi, a renewable energy investor from Ibadan, Oyo State; and another unnamed winner.
Anita Yesufu could not hide her excitement as the money came right on her birthday. She said she would use the money to grow her tailoring business, which she started some years ago. According to her, “This is a big blessing. I thank FCMB for remembering small business owners like me. This money will help me buy more sewing machines and rent a bigger shop.”
For Kaduna-based entrepreneur, Abdulsalam Ibrahim, the win came as a surprise. He explained that he had never won anything before and encouraged more people to bank with FCMB. “This is a sign that hard work pays. I will use this money to add to my business and reach more customers. Thank you, FCMB,” he said.
Another winner, Abolarin Oluwagbemi from Ibadan, said he will invest his ₦1 million prize in his renewable energy business. “This money will help me buy new equipment and hire more workers. I am really happy and thankful,” he said.
One of the other winners, Olusola Olaiya, who previously won a television in an earlier draw, praised FCMB for continuing to support its customers. He said the bank has remained consistent in giving back to people.
The April draw also produced 112 other winners who went home with various cash prizes ranging from ₦20,000 to ₦100,000. All winners were selected through a transparent digital raffle process witnessed by regulatory officials and members of the media.
The FCMB Millionaire Promo was launched in December 2024 and has already produced eight millionaires and over 1,000 other winners. The bank says the promo is aimed at promoting savings culture and rewarding customers for their loyalty. It is open to both new and existing customers who have savings accounts with FCMB. People with dormant or inactive accounts can also qualify if they reactivate their accounts.
Speaking on the promo, the Divisional Head of Personal Banking at FCMB, Mr. Adetunji Lamidi, said the initiative shows the bank’s commitment to supporting the financial wellbeing of Nigerians. “We want to help our customers build a better financial future. This promo is not just about giving money. It is about encouraging people to save, plan ahead, and take control of their finances,” he said.
Also commenting, the Regional Head of Lagos, Mrs. Omowunmi Kalejaiye, said the promo has become a platform for shared growth and empowerment. She urged winners to use the money wisely and see it as a foundation for future investments.
In addition to the promo, FCMB has been training entrepreneurs across Nigeria through its Business Empowerment, Sustainability, and Training (BEST) Masterclass. Participants have credited the training with helping them improve their businesses and build better financial habits.
The bank says the Millionaire Promo will run until September 2025, giving more Nigerians the chance to win big. All that is required is to maintain a savings account and meet the simple requirements set by the bank.
