Adaora Umeoji Biography: MD/CEO Of Zenith Bank Dr Adaora Umeoji Biography

Dr Adaora Umeoji Biography: MD/CEO Of Zenith Bank Dr Adaora Umeoji Biography – Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji OON is the Group Managing Director/CEO of Zenith Bank Plc.

BrandNewsDay understands that with nearly three decades of cognate banking experience and over 20 years of extensive executive management expertise in Zenith Bank, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON has established herself as one of the leading figures within the banking sector. She is the Chairperson of Zenith Nominees Limited and She sits on the board of Zenith Bank (Ghana) Plc as a non-executive director.

Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji is an alumna of the prestigious Harvard Business School, where she completed the Advanced Management Program (AMP) and Columbia Business School with a Certificate in the Global Banking Program. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the University of Jos, a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, and a First-Class honours in Law from Baze University, Abuja.

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Additionally, she obtained a Master of Laws from the University of Salford, United Kingdom, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Calabar. Her academic and professional pursuits culminated in a Doctorate in Business Administration from Apollos University, USA, with research focused on inspirational leadership which has been recognized for its significant contribution to leadership and people management.

Her commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence is demonstrated by her participation in executive management programs at esteemed institutions worldwide, including the MIT Sloan School of Management, USA, where she acquired a certificate in Economics for Business, Harvard Business School, USA with certificates in Leading Global businesses and the executive program in Strategic Management, and Wharton Business School with a Certificate in the Strategic Thinking and Management for competitive advantage program.

Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji is a Certificated Professional Banker of the Chartered Banker Institute, and a distinguished fellow of numerous professional bodies, including the Chartered Bankers Institute of London, the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, the Institute of Credit Administration, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Nigeria, the Institute of Chartered Meditators & Conciliators, and the Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators of Nigeria among others.

Zenith Bank Dr Adaora Umeoji Biography

Throughout her career, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji has delivered keynote speeches and led papers at prestigious academic conferences and symposia, influencing discussions on financial growth drivers and inspirational leadership. She has actively contributed to high-level bankers’ meetings, driving impactful strategies for the advancement of the banking industry and national economic growth. Passionate about mentoring and youth empowerment, she has delivered motivational speeches aimed at nurturing future banking professionals and leaders.

Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji is deeply committed to philanthropy and service to humanity. She founded the Pink Breath Cancer Care Foundation which educates, supports cancer patients, and promotes healthcare programs across Nigeria, and established the Adorable Foundation with a focus on educating and providing for indigent children, particularly the Girl-Child. Her humanitarian efforts have garnered recognition from esteemed organizations, including the Nigerian Red Cross and the Sun Newspaper which recently honored her with the Humanitarian Service Icon Award for 2023.

Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji’s commitment to ethical banking led her to institute the Catholic Bankers Association of Nigeria (CBAN). She is also recognized as a Peace Advocate of the United Nations (UNPOLAC) and a Lady of the Order of Knights of St. John International (KSJI). Her advocacy efforts were further acknowledged by His Holiness Pope Francis, who conferred on her the Papal Knight of the Order of St. Sylvester.

In 2022, the Federal Government of Nigeria honoured Dr Umeoji with Officer of the Order of the Niger, as a recognition of her contributions to nation building which highlights her dedication to the sustainable development of the country.