2014

FCMB (UK) Limited obtained a wholesale banking license to operate in the United Kingdom.

FCMB launches inaugural domestic bond - 7 year N26bn Tier 2 bond to bolster its capital adequacy ratio and for general banking purposes

2013

In June 2013, FCMB assumed a holding structure in accordance with the regulations set by the Central bank of Nigeria. The group restructuring which ensued, resulted in FCMB Group Plc becoming the holding company for FCMB Ltd and its subsidiaries.

2012

FCMB completed the acquisition of FinBank Plc in February 2012 and subsequently merged with FinBank in October 2012.

2007

FCMB acquires Cooperative Development Bank, Midas Bank and Nigerian American Bank (for Nigerian subsidiary of Bank Boston).

From 26 branches in 2005 (pre-consolidation), the bank grows to 150 branches by 2007. The bank attracts sizeable foreign shareholding. Tier 1 capital raised through public offering from just over N31bn to N133bn.

Strategic alliance with Sabre Capital Worldwide (Mauritius) Limited.

2005

Through an initial public offering in 2005, FCMB raises over N16bn towards the N25bn share capital target stipulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria, becoming one of only 25 banks to achieve this target

2004

Private placement of shares raises over N7bn, followed by conversion to public liability company in 2004.

Lists on the Nigerian Stock Exchange in the same year.

2001

Name change from First City Merchant Bank to First City Monument Bank in 2001, following FCMB’s transformation to a universal bank.

1996

The first and, at that time, the largest loan syndication of N70m for the National Fertiliser Company of Nigeria (now NOTORE) is a landmark achievement in 1996.

1990

By the turn of the decade, the bank is a clear leader in investment banking and increasingly attracts and develops highly skilled staff.

1982

First City Merchant Bank is licensed in 1982, becoming the first local bank in Nigeria to be established without government support.

1977

City Securities Ltd is established.