Bank Bags Award For Youth Employment Drive

Polaris Bank has been recognised for its contributions to youth employment and workforce development in Nigeria, having been named the Private Sector Champion at the 2026 Jobberman Partners’ Convening.

The award was presented in recognition of the bank’s efforts to advance youth employability through recruitment initiatives, graduate trainee programmes, executive hiring support, candidate assessment, and strategic partnerships aimed at creating sustainable career opportunities for young Nigerians.

Organised by Jobberman, a recruitment and career development platform, the annual convening brought together stakeholders from the private sector, development organisations, and other industry leaders to explore practical, scalable solutions to Nigeria’s youth unemployment challenge.

Speaking on the recognition, Polaris Bank’s Head of Talent Management, Cynthia Sanyaolu, said the award underscored the bank’s commitment to empowering young Nigerians and strengthening the nation’s workforce through people-focused initiatives.

She said, “This recognition reflects Polaris Bank’s unwavering belief in the potential of Nigerian youths and our commitment to building platforms that enable them to thrive professionally and economically.

“At Polaris Bank, we see talent development and youth empowerment as critical drivers of national growth and sustainable development.”

The convening, themed, “From Impact to Action: Collectively Designing the Future of Youth Employment in Nigeria,” emphasised the need for stronger collaboration between the private sector and other stakeholders to expand access to meaningful jobs and equip young Nigerians with skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving economy.

Jobberman commended Polaris Bank for going beyond transactional partnerships to deliver measurable impact within Nigeria’s employment ecosystem, describing the bank as a purpose-driven institution committed to supporting the future of work in the country.

Over the years, Polaris Bank has continued to invest in initiatives that promote learning, career advancement, workforce inclusion and economic empowerment.

The bank’s flagship programmes, including the Polaris Graduate Intensive Training (PGIT) and Polaris Tech Ignite Training (TechIGNITE), have provided young professionals with opportunities to build careers in the banking and technology sectors while contributing to national development.