By Kolawole Ojebisi
First Bank has dissociated itself from an alleged fraudulent transaction prompting a customer, Agbai Eke, to initiate a lawsuit against the financial institution.
Clarifying what actually transpired in a statement on Saturday, the bank described the claims by Eke as “entirely unfounded and false,” attributing the matter to “unprofessional and unethical dealings” between the customer and its former First Bank employee.
“We can affirm that the allegations of fraud in the Bank as alluded to by ‘Dr. Agbai Eke’ are entirely unfounded and false,” the bank said.
“Our findings on the matter indicate unprofessional and unethical dealings between Agbai Eke and a former FirstBank employee, using a personal relationship to facilitate unauthorised transactions outside the bank’s knowledge or involvement.
“As the matter is currently before the court, we will refrain from further comments to allow the Court to dispassionately determine the issues before it.”
The bank said it has reported the case to law enforcement agencies, leading to an ongoing investigation.
First Bank added that the suspects had provided useful statements to assist in the probe.
Reaffirming its commitment to transparency, accountability, and the protection of its customers’ interests, the bank assured stakeholders that it operates with the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
