The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has lauded the appointment of Dame (Dr) Adaora Umeoji as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive of Zenith Bank.
Obi’s commendation came in a statement shared on X on Wednesday, March 21.
Recall that Zenith Bank announced on Tuesday, March 20, that Umeoji had been appointed GMD/CEO with effect from June 1, 2024, subject to approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
She takes over from Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, whose five-year term expires on May 31, 2024, after a very successful tenure.
Reacting, Obi said Umeoji’s appointment to this high profile position is a bold testament to her hard work, commitment to duty and her innovative leadership ability.
” The well-deserved appointment also attests to her merit, through years of knowledge and experience.
“She stands as a beacon of inspiration to young girls and women, a proof that success is not gender based.
“There is no doubt that she will leverage on her knowledge and experience to continue to contribute to the growth of the banking and finance sector in the country, and our economy in general,” the former Anambra governor said.
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