UBA Foundation has partnered with Slum2School Africa to equip underserved children with practical financial literacy skills through an interactive learning programme. The initiative introduced pupils to basic money management concepts, helping them develop healthy financial habits from an early age.
The programme featured the UBA Money Explorers Book, an engaging educational resource designed to simplify financial concepts for children. Through stories, games, activities and practical money ledgers, pupils learnt the importance of budgeting, saving and responsible spending. In addition, they were introduced to the UBA Red Vault, a savings product created to encourage children to develop a savings culture.
Managing Director of UBA Foundation, Bola Atta, said the initiative reflects the Foundation’s commitment to empowering children with life-changing knowledge. She stressed that financial education gives young people the confidence to make better decisions and create brighter futures.
“Every child deserves the tools to dream bigger and plan better, regardless of where they come from. When we teach a child to understand money, we are giving them confidence, choice and a clearer sense of what is possible. Our partnership with Slum2School Africa enables us to reach children who stand to benefit the most, and seeing their enthusiasm as they learn reminds us why this work is so important.”
The workshop was delivered with support from the Slum2School Africa team, led by Senior Programmes Manager, Adekunle Idowu, and Education and Innovation Manager, Oluyemi Alugo. Their expertise helped create an engaging learning environment that encouraged active participation from the pupils.
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The collaboration reinforces Slum2School Africa’s mission of expanding educational opportunities for underserved children. Meanwhile, the programme aligns with UBA Foundation’s wider efforts to improve financial inclusion through education and youth empowerment initiatives.
UBA’s Segment Executive, Children and Youth Banking, Ozioma Obi, said the bank is committed to helping children develop sound financial habits through innovative products and educational experiences.
“We are creating products and experiences that make banking simple, relatable and enjoyable for children from their very first lesson. The Money Explorers Book and the UBA Red Vault are designed to make saving exciting rather than a task. When children begin this journey early, they develop habits that will serve them throughout their lives. That is how we nurture informed, empowered and financially responsible future generations.”
Senior Programmes Manager of Slum2School Africa, Adekunle Idowu, described financial literacy as an essential life skill that every child should possess. He noted that the partnership will help children build confidence, discipline and knowledge needed to make informed financial decisions.
“Financial literacy is a life skill that every child deserves, regardless of their background. Through this partnership with UBA Foundation, we are helping children develop the confidence, knowledge and discipline to make informed financial decisions from an early age. When we empower children with these skills today, we are investing in a more financially responsible and economically resilient future.”
The initiative forms part of UBA Foundation’s broader social impact strategy across its 20 African countries of operation. The Foundation continues to invest in education, youth empowerment, environmental sustainability and community development. Therefore, its partnership with Slum2School demonstrates how strategic collaborations can prepare young Africans with skills that support lifelong financial independence and economic resilience.
