Fidelity Bank Plc has disclosed plans to close all its branches in Lagos, Ogun and the Federal Capital Territory for 14 days, effective Tuesday, March 31, 2020.
The bank however assured that its online banking channels would remain active during the period.
The bank’s decision followed President Muhammadu Buhari’s pronouncement to commence a total restriction of movement in Lagos, Ogun and Abuja.
Buhari had in a nation-wide broadcast on Sunday, ordered restriction of movements and businesses, saying the order would last for an initial period of 14 days with effect from 11pm on Monday (today).
He, however, said the order would not affect persons delivering healthcare, manufacturing institutions as well as petroleum distribution firms, private security firms, print and electronic media employees.
The bank announced through email messages to its customers on Sunday night saying: “Please be informed that all our branches in FCT, Lagos and Ogun states will operate extended hours on Monday, March 30, 2020, from 8am to 6pm.
“Our branches in these three states will be closed from Tuesday, March 31, 2020, to Monday, April 13, 2020, in observation of the 14 days lockdown directive issued by the Federal Government to curb the spread of coronavirus.
“As always, our digital channels are available 24/7. Please make use of them for your transactions.”