In a spirited display of community involvement and corporate social responsibility, Jaiz Bank Plc, Nigeria’s foremost non-interest bank, hosted an exhilarating friendly football match at the NYSC Keffi Orientation Camp in Nasarawa State on Sunday.
With a nail-biting finish, the match concluded with a narrow 1-0 victory for the NYSC Keffi team, sealing their win with a last-minute goal that sent the crowd into a frenzy.
More than mere sport, the event transformed the camp ground into a hub of teamwork and camaraderie, emphasising the importance of social responsibility. Jaiz Bank fielded a diverse and talented squad directed by Coach Mr. Suhara, with Team Captain Mukarram Abdullahi leading the charge. The NYSC team, vibrant and agile, was captained by Mr. Idris, who highlighted the match as an essential bridge between the youth and institutional entities.
Nasarawa State NYSC coordinator, Hajiya Salamatu Abdurrahman, was present at the event, commending Jaiz Bank’s dedication to youth development and active community participation. “This is more than football,” she stated.
“It’s a testament to what collaboration and goodwill can achieve.”
Despite the close loss, the Jaiz Bank team demonstrated exceptional resilience, discipline, and unity—qualities that resonate deeply with the bank’s core mission. The match not only brought joy to participants but also reinforced Jaiz Bank’s commitment to engaging with the youth beyond financial services through impactful initiatives.
