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Umeoji assumed the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Zenith Bank PLC on |
Umeoji assumed the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Zenith Bank PLC on th 1st of June 2024, marking a historic milestone as the first female to hold this prestigious position.<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":0" /> |
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Prior to her appointment as GMD/CEO, Umeoji served as the Deputy Managing Director of Zenith Bank from 28 October 2016, until 31 May 2024. In her capacity as Deputy Managing Director, she played a pivotal role in steering the bank through various challenges and positioning it for continued success.<ref>{{cite web | title=Adaora Remy Umeoji, Zenith Bank PLC: Profile and Biography | website=Bloomberg.com | url=https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/person/16322890 | access-date=19 March 2024}}</ref><ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite web |last=Diala |first=Sam |date=12 July 2023 |title=BREAKING: Adaora Returns As Zenith DMD, Others To Follow As CBN Revises Policy On Tenure Of Executive Management And Non-Executive Directors of Banks |url=https://thewillnews.com/breaking-adaora-returns-as-zenith-dmd-others-to-follow-as-cbn-reverses-policy-on-tenure-of-executive-management-and-non-executive-directors-of-banks/ |access-date=March 19, 2024 |website=THEWILL NEWS MEDIA - Nigeria News, Nigeria Politics, Breaking News}}</ref> |
Prior to her appointment as GMD/CEO, Umeoji served as the Deputy Managing Director of Zenith Bank from 28 October 2016, until 31 May 2024. In her capacity as Deputy Managing Director, she played a pivotal role in steering the bank through various challenges and positioning it for continued success.<ref>{{cite web | title=Adaora Remy Umeoji, Zenith Bank PLC: Profile and Biography | website=Bloomberg.com | url=https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/person/16322890 | access-date=19 March 2024}}</ref><ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite web |last=Diala |first=Sam |date=12 July 2023 |title=BREAKING: Adaora Returns As Zenith DMD, Others To Follow As CBN Revises Policy On Tenure Of Executive Management And Non-Executive Directors of Banks |url=https://thewillnews.com/breaking-adaora-returns-as-zenith-dmd-others-to-follow-as-cbn-reverses-policy-on-tenure-of-executive-management-and-non-executive-directors-of-banks/ |access-date=March 19, 2024 |website=THEWILL NEWS MEDIA - Nigeria News, Nigeria Politics, Breaking News}}</ref> |
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Umeoji's appointment as the GMD is effective from 1 June 2024.<ref>{{cite web |last=Egobiambu |first=Emmanuel |date=19 March 2024 |title=Zenith Bank Appoints Adaora Umeoji As Its First Female GMD/CEO |url=https://www.channelstv.com/2024/03/19/zenith-bank-appoints-adaora-umeoji-as-its-first-female-gmd-ceo/ |access-date=19 March 2024 |website=Channels Television}}</ref><ref name=":3">{{cite web |last=Nwachukwu |first=Iheanyi |date=19 March 2024 |title=Adaora Umeoji becomes first female Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank |url=https://businessday.ng/companies/article/adaora-umeoji-becomes-first-female-group-managing-director-of-zenith-bank/?amp=1 |access-date=19 March 2024 |website=Businessday NG}}</ref> |
Umeoji's appointment as the GMD is effective from 1 June 2024.<ref>{{cite web |last=Egobiambu |first=Emmanuel |date=19 March 2024 |title=Zenith Bank Appoints Adaora Umeoji As Its First Female GMD/CEO |url=https://www.channelstv.com/2024/03/19/zenith-bank-appoints-adaora-umeoji-as-its-first-female-gmd-ceo/ |access-date=19 March 2024 |website=Channels Television}}</ref><ref name=":3">{{cite web |last=Nwachukwu |first=Iheanyi |date=19 March 2024 |title=Adaora Umeoji becomes first female Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank |url=https://businessday.ng/companies/article/adaora-umeoji-becomes-first-female-group-managing-director-of-zenith-bank/?amp=1 |access-date=19 March 2024 |website=Businessday NG}}</ref> |
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| ⚫ | On 9 October 2012, Umeoji was appointed to the Board of Zenith Bank, further solidifying her position as a key leader within the organization. As a board member, she contributed valuable insights and expertise, helping to shape the bank's strategic direction and drive sustainable growth.<ref name=":3" /> |
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| ⚫ | On 9 October 2012, Umeoji was appointed to the Board of Zenith Bank, further solidifying her position as a key leader within the |
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== Education == |
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| Born | Adaora Umeoji 30 December 1976 Nigeria |
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| Years active | 1995–present |
| Known for | Zenith Bank PLC executive |
Adaora Umeoji(born 30 December 1976) is a Nigerian business executive, appointed as GMD/CEO of Zenith Bank, taking office in June 2024.[1][2][3]
Career
Umeoji assumed the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Zenith Bank PLC on th 1st of June 2024, marking a historic milestone as the first female to hold this prestigious position.[1][2]
Prior to her appointment as GMD/CEO, Umeoji served as the Deputy Managing Director of Zenith Bank from 28 October 2016, until 31 May 2024. In her capacity as Deputy Managing Director, she played a pivotal role in steering the bank through various challenges and positioning it for continued success.[4][2][5]
Umeoji's appointment as the GMD is effective from 1 June 2024.[6][7]
On 9 October 2012, Umeoji was appointed to the Board of Zenith Bank, further solidifying her position as a key leader within the organization. As a board member, she contributed valuable insights and expertise, helping to shape the bank's strategic direction and drive sustainable growth.[7]
Education
Umeoji has two bachelor's degrees in Sociology and Accounting from the University of Jos and Baze University, Abuja, respectively.[8]
Umeoji is an alumnus of Harvard Business School, United States for the Advanced Management Program (AMP) and an alumnus of Columbia Business School, United States with a Certificate in the Global Banking Program.[9]
Umeoji holds a Master of Laws from the University of Salford, United Kingdom, a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Calabar, and also has a doctorate in business administration from Apollos University.[10] She holds a Certificate in Economics for Business from MIT Sloan School of Management, and also attended the strategic thinking and management programme at Wharton Business School.[9]
Achievements and recognition
- Umeoji's appointment marks a historic milestone as the first woman to hold the GMD/CEO position at Zenith Bank.[11]
- Umeoji is the founder of the Catholic Bankers Association of Nigeria (CBAN) and is known for promoting ethical banking and humanitarian service in 2020.[12]
- Recognised as a peace advocate by the United Nations (UN-POLAC), she received the Officer of the Order of Nigeria (OON) national honour from the Nigerian government in 2022 for her nation-building efforts.
- Umeoji brings over 30 years of banking experience, with 26 years at Zenith Bank, where she previously served as Deputy Managing Director since 28 October 2016 and retired in 2023.[13]
- In 2023, Umeoji received The Humanitarian Services Icon of the Year Award at The Sun Awards for her philanthropic works and commitment to improving the lives of less privileged persons.[11]
- Umeoji is the founder of the Pink Breath Cancer Care Foundation, which provides healthcare programmes for persons living with cancer and other ailments across Nigeria.[11]
References
- ^ a b "Zenith Bank appoints Adaora Umeoji as first female CEO". Vanguard News. 19 March 2024. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ a b c Abimbola, Oluwakemi (19 March 2024). "JUST IN: Zenith Bank appoints first female GMD, Umeoji". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ Release, Press (19 March 2024). "Zenith Bank appoints Adaora Umeoji as GMD/CEO". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ "Adaora Remy Umeoji, Zenith Bank PLC: Profile and Biography". Bloomberg.com. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ Diala, Sam (12 July 2023). "BREAKING: Adaora Returns As Zenith DMD, Others To Follow As CBN Revises Policy On Tenure Of Executive Management And Non-Executive Directors of Banks". THEWILL NEWS MEDIA - Nigeria News, Nigeria Politics, Breaking News. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ Egobiambu, Emmanuel (19 March 2024). "Zenith Bank Appoints Adaora Umeoji As Its First Female GMD/CEO". Channels Television. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ a b Nwachukwu, Iheanyi (19 March 2024). "Adaora Umeoji becomes first female Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank". Businessday NG. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ Aro, Busola (19 March 2024). "Adaora Umeoji becomes first female CEO of Zenith Bank". TheCable. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ a b Ogwu, Sunday Michael (19 March 2024). "Zenith Bank appoints first female Group Managing Director". Daily Trust. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ "Zenith Bank Plc elevates Dr. Adora Remy Umeoji, to serve as new Group Managing Director". The Government and Business Journal. 19 March 2024. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
- ^ a b c "Zenith Bank DMD, Adaora Umeoji, Recognised as Humanitarian Services Icon of the Year 2023 at the Sun Awards". Zenithbank.com. 20 March 2024. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
- ^ "Garlands for Adaora Umeoji". The Sun. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Adaora Umeoji Retires as Zenith Bank Deputy Managing Director". Business Post. Retrieved 20 March 2024.