About us

FirstBank UK is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Bank of Nigeria Limited (est. 1894). Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), it operates from London with representative offices in Lagos and Paris, providing domestic and international banking and financial services.

Our Vision

Stability, Profitability, Growth – to be the leading UK bank for African trade and investment, delivering responsible growth and excellent service.

Our Values

We put customers first and are guided by integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect and ethical behaviour. We work together, champion inclusion, take ownership, think ambitiously, and show care for our customers, colleagues and communities.

Our Leadership

Our diverse and internationally experienced leadership team are recognised experts in African trade. All employees are encouraged to lead in their areas of expertise and help shape the future of FirstBank UK.

Our Behaviours

✔︎ Being Inclusive
We create a safe environment where people can be themselves and feel valued.

✔︎ Thinking Big & Making It Happen
We’re ambitious and innovative, we want to get things done.

✔︎ Working Together
We know that working together we’ll achieve more than we can alone.

✔︎ Taking Ownership
We have high standards and hold ourselves to account.

✔︎ Showing We Care
We find the right balance for our customers, ourselves and our stakeholders.