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Dr Adaora Umeoji Makes History as Zenith Bank’s First Female CEO

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Dr. Adaora Umeoji has been appointed the first female CEO of Zenith Bank in Nigeria, a historic move. She has a distinguished academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Business Administration, a Master’s Degree in Law, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology.

Her impressive credentials extend beyond academia, as she is a Fellow of numerous prestigious institutions, including the UK Chartered Banker Institute, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, Nigerian Institute of Management, Nigerian Institute of Credit Administration, Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Nigeria, Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators, and the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria.

Dr Umeoji’s appointment marks a significant milestone in the banking sector, reflecting Zenith Bank’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity at the highest levels of leadership. With her wealth of experience and expertise, she is poised to lead Zenith Bank to new heights of success and innovation in the dynamic Nigerian banking industry.

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