Zenith bank deepens commitment to girl-child development, empowers 300 schoolgirls

Zenith Bank Plc inaugurated its inaugural Girl-Child Empowerment Programme, titled "Banking on Her Tomorrow," on October 12, 2026. The initiative, spearheaded by Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, entailed 300 schoolgirls aged 13 to 17 from various Lagos schools. Held at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, the day-long event offered sessions on finance and investment, etiquette, social media ethics, and social interactions.

These interactive workshops were led by accomplished professionals and personalities, such as Ayanime Edem, Bukunmi Adeaga Ilori, and Thelma Okonye. The programme's primary objective was to empower young girls, providing them with practical knowledge and skills to guide their personal, educational, and career paths. Dame (Dr.) Umeoji urged the participants to believe in their abilities, pursue their ambitions, and resist societal limitations.

The event concluded with closing remarks from Executive Director Dr. Mrs. Adobi Nwapa, who emphasized the Bank’s dedication to nurturing the girl child and extending this commitment to a younger generation through ongoing initiatives.