Traditional Injunction Shuts Down First Bank in Uyo

Customers may be frustrated as First Bank Nigeria PLC, Uyo may not open tomorrow following a traditional injunction placed at the entrance of the banking hall by unknown persons.

The building which is allegedly owned by Joesco Group of Companies, Uyo, is located at Ibom Plaza the heart of the town and is widely regarded as the most patronized and busy bank in Akwa Ibom State.

The source of the traditional injunction is yet to be known as at press time, with many believing that a fued may have ensured between the owners of the Property and the bank or aggrieved customer or staff of the bank who may not be happy with the management of the institution.

After the injunction placement, customers were seen in large numbers rushing in to cash on the ATM machine as a precautionary measure to avoid being financially incapacitated as the week begins, while some are uncertain whether or not the bank will open tomorrow for business following the ugly incidence.