Baobab Nigeria has launched a one-day internship program for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and students as part of its 2024 Customer Service Week celebrations. The initiative, revealed in a statement on Thursday, was aimed at providing participants with an immersive experience in various fields through its digital savings platform, Jollof+.
The internship offered a unique opportunity for participants to learn from industry experts across several departments, including finance, marketing, creative design, and cybersecurity. The day-long program featured a career seminar, a tour of Baobab’s headquarters in Lagos, and networking opportunities with senior executives.
Eric Ntumba, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of Baobab Microfinance Bank, emphasized the company’s commitment to empowering young Nigerians. “We are dedicated to empowering young Nigerians, not just through our financial products like Jollof+, but by offering them opportunities to gain real-world experience. This internship is part of our commitment to helping youth build skills and achieve their financial goals,” he stated.
The initiative, designed by the Jollof+ platform, aims to help young customers develop essential career skills while promoting financial literacy and savings management.
Participants expressed gratitude for the learning opportunity. Intern Zachariah Michael noted, “I have learned a lot about digital marketing, especially content creation and social media strategy. I want to say a big thank you to the management and staff of Baobab Bank for giving me this opportunity.”
Opeyemi Oluwadare, a student from Obafemi Awolowo University, shared her enthusiasm for the Jollof+ app, highlighting its Ajo feature, which limits withdrawals to encourage responsible savings.
This internship initiative is part of Baobab’s broader effort to engage meaningfully with its customers while showcasing the value that the Jollof+ app offers beyond just financial savings.
