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==Career== ==Career==
Adaora Umeoji assumed the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Zenith Bank PLC on June 1, 2024, marking a historic milestone as the first female to hold this prestigious position<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":0" />. Adaora Umeoji assumed the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Zenith Bank PLC on June 1, 2024, marking a historic milestone as the first female to hold this prestigious position.<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":0" />


Prior to her appointment as GMD/CEO, Umeoji served as the Deputy Managing Director of Zenith Bank from October 28, 2016, until May 31, 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=March 19, 2024}}</ref><ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite web |last=Diala |first=Sam |date=July 12, 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 October 28, 2016, until May 31, 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=March 19, 2024}}</ref><ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite web |last=Diala |first=Sam |date=July 12, 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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== Education == == Education ==
Adaora has two bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Accounting from the University of Jos and Baze University, Abuja, respectively.<ref>{{cite web | last=Aro | first=Busola | title=Adaora Umeoji becomes first female CEO of Zenith Bank | website=TheCable | date=March 19, 2024 | url=https://www.thecable.ng/zenith-bank-appoints-adaora-umeoji-as-first-female-ceo/amp?/zenith-bank-appoints-adaora-umeoji-as-first-female-ceo | access-date=March 19, 2024}}</ref> Adaora has two bachelor's degrees in Sociology and Accounting from the University of Jos and Baze University, Abuja, respectively.<ref>{{cite web | last=Aro | first=Busola | title=Adaora Umeoji becomes first female CEO of Zenith Bank | website=TheCable | date=March 19, 2024 | url=https://www.thecable.ng/zenith-bank-appoints-adaora-umeoji-as-first-female-ceo/amp?/zenith-bank-appoints-adaora-umeoji-as-first-female-ceo | access-date=March 19, 2024}}</ref>


She is an alumnus of ] for the Advanced Management Program (AMP) and an alumnus of Columbia Business School with a Certificate in the Global Banking Program.<ref name=":1" /> She is an alumnus of ] for the Advanced Management Program (AMP) and an alumnus of Columbia Business School with a Certificate in the Global Banking Program.<ref name=":1" />
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== Achievements and Recognition == == Achievements and Recognition ==


* Adaora Umeoji’s appointment marks a historic milestone as the first female to hold the GMD/CEO position at Zenith Bank.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |date=March 20, 2024 |title=Zenith Bank DMD, Adaora Umeoji, Recognized as Humanitarian Services Icon of the Year 2023 at the Sun Awards |url=https://www.zenithbank.com/media/news/zenith-bank-dmd-adaora-umeoji-recognized-as-humanitarian-services-icon-of-the-year-2023-at-the-sun-awards/ |access-date=March 20, 2024 |website=Zenithbank.com}}</ref> * Adaora Umeoji's appointment marks a historic milestone as the first female to hold the GMD/CEO position at Zenith Bank.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |date=March 20, 2024 |title=Zenith Bank DMD, Adaora Umeoji, Recognized as Humanitarian Services Icon of the Year 2023 at the Sun Awards |url=https://www.zenithbank.com/media/news/zenith-bank-dmd-adaora-umeoji-recognized-as-humanitarian-services-icon-of-the-year-2023-at-the-sun-awards/ |access-date=March 20, 2024 |website=Zenithbank.com}}</ref>
* Umeoji is the founder of the Catholic Bankers Association of Nigeria (CBAN) and is known for promoting ethical banking and humanitarian service in 2020<ref>{{Cite web |date= |title=Garlands for Adaora Umeoji |url=https://sunnewsonline.com/garlands-for-adaora-umeoji/ |url-status=live |access-date=March 20, 2024 |website=The Sun}}</ref>. * Umeoji is the founder of the Catholic Bankers Association of Nigeria (CBAN) and is known for promoting ethical banking and humanitarian service in 2020.<ref>{{Cite web |date= |title=Garlands for Adaora Umeoji |url=https://sunnewsonline.com/garlands-for-adaora-umeoji/ |url-status=live |access-date=March 20, 2024 |website=The Sun}}</ref>
* Recognized as a peace advocate by the , she received the Officer of the Order of Nigeria (OON) national honour from the Nigerian government in 2022 for her nation-building efforts. * Recognized as a peace advocate by the , 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 October 28, 2016 and retired in 2023<ref>{{Cite web |date= |title=Adaora Umeoji Retires as Zenith Bank Deputy Managing Director |url=https://businesspost.ng/jobs/adaora-umeoji-retires-as-zenith-bank-deputy-managing-director/ |access-date=March 20, 2024 |website=Business Post}}</ref>. * Umeoji brings over 30 years of banking experience, with 26 years at Zenith Bank, where she previously served as Deputy Managing Director since October 28, 2016 and retired in 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |date= |title=Adaora Umeoji Retires as Zenith Bank Deputy Managing Director |url=https://businesspost.ng/jobs/adaora-umeoji-retires-as-zenith-bank-deputy-managing-director/ |access-date=March 20, 2024 |website=Business Post}}</ref>
* In 2023, Adaora 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<ref name=":4" />. * In 2023, Adaora 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.<ref name=":4" />
* She is the founder of the Pink Breath Cancer Care Foundation, which provides healthcare programs for persons living with cancer and other ailments across Nigeria<ref name=":4" />. * She is the founder of the Pink Breath Cancer Care Foundation, which provides healthcare programs for persons living with cancer and other ailments across Nigeria.<ref name=":4" />


== References == ==References==
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Nigerian Banker

Adaora Umeoji
BornAdaora Umeoji
Nigeria
Alma mater
Occupations
  • Banker
  • entrepreneur
Years active1995–present
Known forZenith Bank PLC executive

Adaora Umeoji(born December30, 1976) is a Nigerian business executive, appointed as GMD/CEO of Zenith Bank, taking office in June 2024.

Career

Adaora Umeoji assumed the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Zenith Bank PLC on June 1, 2024, marking a historic milestone as the first female to hold this prestigious position.

Prior to her appointment as GMD/CEO, Umeoji served as the Deputy Managing Director of Zenith Bank from October 28, 2016, until May 31, 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.

Her appointment as the GMD is effective from 1 June 2024.

Throughout her tenure at Zenith Bank, which spans over 26 years, Umeoji held various key positions, showcasing her strategic acumen and dedication to the bank's success. She began her career as a member of the Marketing Group at the Maitama branch, where she demonstrated her commitment to excellence and quickly rose through the ranks.

On October 9, 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.

Education

Adaora has two bachelor's degrees in Sociology and Accounting from the University of Jos and Baze University, Abuja, respectively.

She is an alumnus of Harvard Business School for the Advanced Management Program (AMP) and an alumnus of Columbia Business School with a Certificate in the Global Banking Program.

Adaora 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. 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.

Achievements and Recognition

  • Adaora Umeoji's appointment marks a historic milestone as the first female to hold the GMD/CEO position at Zenith Bank.
  • Umeoji is the founder of the Catholic Bankers Association of Nigeria (CBAN) and is known for promoting ethical banking and humanitarian service in 2020.
  • Recognized 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 October 28, 2016 and retired in 2023.
  • In 2023, Adaora 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.
  • She is the founder of the Pink Breath Cancer Care Foundation, which provides healthcare programs for persons living with cancer and other ailments across Nigeria.

References

  1. ^ "Zenith Bank appoints Adaora Umeoji as first female CEO". Vanguard News. 19 March 2024. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  2. ^ Abimbola, Oluwakemi (19 March 2024). "JUST IN: Zenith Bank appoints first female GMD, Umeoji". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  3. Release, Press (19 March 2024). "Zenith Bank appoints Adaora Umeoji as GMD/CEO". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  4. "Adaora Remy Umeoji, Zenith Bank PLC: Profile and Biography". Bloomberg.com. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  5. 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.
  6. Egobiambu, Emmanuel (19 March 2024). "Zenith Bank Appoints Adaora Umeoji As Its First Female GMD/CEO". Channels Television. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  7. ^ Nwachukwu, Iheanyi (19 March 2024). "Adaora Umeoji becomes first female Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank". Businessday NG. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  8. Aro, Busola (19 March 2024). "Adaora Umeoji becomes first female CEO of Zenith Bank". TheCable. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  9. ^ Ogwu, Sunday Michael (19 March 2024). "Zenith Bank appoints first female Group Managing Director". Daily Trust. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  10. "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.
  11. ^ "Zenith Bank DMD, Adaora Umeoji, Recognized as Humanitarian Services Icon of the Year 2023 at the Sun Awards". Zenithbank.com. 20 March 2024. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
  12. "Garlands for Adaora Umeoji". The Sun. Retrieved 20 March 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  13. "Adaora Umeoji Retires as Zenith Bank Deputy Managing Director". Business Post. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
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