How to Block First Bank Account

If you have misplaced your phone or atm card linked to your first bank account, the next thing you want to do is block your account and cards. This is to avoid falling victim to hackers. Hackers will always find access to one’s bank details at the slightest opportunity. In this article, we discuss how to block the first bank account in a few easy steps.

Block Account Using USSD

• On your phone, dial *894*911#
• Select Block Account
• Select Yes to confirm placing a “Post No Debit” block on your account
• Confirm your mobile number and press send. Your account remains blocked until you unblock it again.

Note that you must perform this action using your first bank-registered/linked mobile number to get a successful action.

How To Block Account Using Mobile App

• Open your first bank mobile app
• Navigate to Cards
• Select Hotlist Card
• Follow the next instructions to block your ATM card

Block First Bank Account Using Customer Service Hotline

In the case of phone or ATM card misplacement, you can contact the First Bank customer care line using any phone number. All you need do is provide your bank account information to the customer service representative. First Bank customer service numbers are: +234 708 062 5000, +234 1 448 5500. You can also visit the First Bank website or contact mail to report a missing ATM card or any other complaint.

Another alternative, probably the fastest, is to locate the nearest first bank branch to report the case and get your account blocked.