FirstBank Makes History as E1 Lagos GP Concludes in Spectacular Fashion
The inaugural E1 Lagos Grand Prix concluded over the weekend, and Team Brazil claimed the championship title, wrapping up what many are calling a landmark event, highlighting Lagos, Nigeria, and First Bank on the global stage.
The race, backed by FirstBank, marked Africa’s first hosting of an E1 World Championship event and drew an esteemed audience that included Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former Chelsea and Ivory Coast star Didier Drogba, and other dignitaries.
A Vision of Innovation and Legacy
Olayinka Ijabiyi, Acting Group Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications at FirstBank, emphasized that the bank’s sponsorship reflects its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and progress. He explained:
“People ask why FirstBank supported the E1 Lagos GP, the first of its kind in Africa. The answer lies in our values: innovation, sustainability, and excitement. Over our 131-year history, we’ve continuously reinvented ourselves. Who better than FirstBank to bring Nigeria’s first electric motorboat race to Lagos? Through this event, we are introducing Lagos, Nigeria, and our institution, to the world.”
Ijabiyi also reminded that FirstBank’s involvement in sports spans decades, highlighting longstanding support for basketball, football, and other athletic initiatives. He framed the E1 Lagos GP partnership as a continuation of that legacy, now with a futuristic, planet-friendly angle.
The Race & Final Results
In the final tally, Team Brazil secured 38 points to win the title. Team Blue Rising finished second, while Team Drogba claimed third place.
FirstBank sees this achievement not just as a sports victory, but as a platform to reinforce its image as a leader in projects that combine innovation, sustainability, and social impact, a narrative that has shaped their 131-year identity.