WOMEN’S MONTH: UBA Business Series focusing on the next generation of women leaders in Africa

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, will host a special edition of its quarterly UBA Business Series, which will focus on celebrating and empowering modern women with the theme: “gen w- ‘The Evolved Woman’

The session scheduled to be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2026 from 11.00 am at UBA House, Lagos, will bring together a number of accomplished female leaders and professionals who will share insights, experiences and practical strategies to navigate ambition, leadership and growth in today’s dynamic environment.

According to the bank’s statement, the session will also be broadcast live on all UBA digital platforms.

The statement states that this edition of the Business Series aims to advance the conversation around women, highlighting a new generation of women who are not only seeking opportunities but confidently creating them. This discussion will explore how women today are shaping industries, leading businesses, and redefining success from their own perspectives.

This event will present a series of speakers, including entrepreneur and founder of ORÍKÌ Group, Joycee Awosika; media personality & entrepreneur, Tomike Adeoye; entrepreneur and founder of Fine Funky, Olufunke Davies; and award-winning Broadcaster, Ayo Mario-Ese. The conversation will be hosted by media personality and actor, Tobi Bakre.

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The panelists will share their personal journeys and perspectives on navigating the professional space, building a resilient business, embracing authenticity and redefining leadership as a woman in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Speaking ahead of the event, UBA’s Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Alero Ladipo, explained that this special edition of the Business Series reflects the bank’s strong commitment to supporting women for the important role they play in driving economic growth and innovation across Africa.

She said, “The modern African woman is evolving in an extraordinary way. She is bold, visionary and determined in her field. Through this edition of the UBA Business Series, we want to celebrate women while creating a platform where meaningful conversations around leadership, ambition and opportunity can happen.”

The quarterly UBA Business Series has become the premier knowledge-sharing platform designed to equip entrepreneurs, professionals and business leaders with the insights, tools and strategies needed to grow sustainable companies and navigate the ever-evolving business landscape.