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It’s just ONE DAY TO GO!?? Are you ready for the biggest conversation on economic inclusion, equity and female leadership in the financial sector?!?? The Women in Finance Breakfast Forum is presented in partnership with IE University and Regal by ProvidusBank and will contain conversation around ??Women’s economic power ??Gender-inclusive leadership in the financial sector! These are our extraordinary speakers are ready to take the centre-stage; tackle big questions, and spark meaningful conversations!?? ?? Uche Uzoebo CPM, LPI-TPMA, HCIB 1st - Managing Director & CEO, Shared Agent Network Expansion Facilities Limited (SANEF Limited) ?? Oremeyi Adeola Akah - Chief Customer Experience Officer, Interswitch Group ?? Chinasa Collins-Ogbuo — Advocacy Lead, EFInA (Enhancing Financial Inclusion and Advancement) ??Ifeoma Uddoh - CEO, Shecluded ??Rita Amene — Divisional Head, Commercial Banking, ProvidusBank ?? Funke Amobi Chartered CCIPD, FCIPD, FCIPM — Deputy Head of Operations, Stanbic IBTC ??Henrietta Bankole-Olusina — Vice President, Africa, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA) ?? CHINWE BODE-AKINWANDE — Head, Sponsorships, Partnerships & Events, FirstBank ??Carlos Sentís, CEO, World Innovation Alliance - Improve X and Improve X AI ??Francesca U., Founder, Leading Ladies Africa. ?? Tony Usidamen, our host for the day! ???? ??? March 13, 2025 ??Radisson Blu, Victoria Island ? 9:00 am. (WAT) This is where the most IMPORTANT conversations on Women In Finance is happening!???? #WomenInFinance #GenderEquity #EconomicJustice #FinancialInclusion #AccelerateAction #WomensEconomicPower #LeadingLadiesAfrica #WomenInFinanceBreakfastForum2025

In celebration of our #LLA100Women List 2025, The Women In Finance Edition, we're highlighting the 11 trailblazing FEMALE BANK CEOs who are redefining the finance landscape!?????? Yemisi Edun — Managing Director, First City Monument Bank Limited Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe (OON) — Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Fidelity Bank PLC Adaora Umeoji — Group Managing Director/CEO of Zenith Bank Plc Tomi Somefun — MD/CEO of Unity Bank Plc Yetunde Oni — Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Union Bank of Nigeria Kafilat Araoye — Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, LOTUS Bank Halima Buba, O.O.N — Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, SunTrust Bank Nigeria Ltd. Bukola Smith — Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of FSDH Merchant Bank Bank Mariam Olusanya, MD of GTbank Bolaji Agbede – MD/CEO of Access Holdings Plc Nneka Enwereji — Managing Director and CEO, Citi Nigeria Limited, Citi Country Officer, Banking Head for Nigeria and Ghana Click the #LinkBelow to explore the full list of extraordinary women making waves in finance!???? https://lnkd.in/dhvKPx3t #LLA100Women #IWD2025 #100WomenInFinance #GenderEquity #Leadership #AccelerateAction #LeadingLadiesAfrica

Financial access is a key driver of economic empowerment, and while more women now have access to banking, credit, and financial services, there’s still a long way to go. At the Leadership By Inclusion Summit to host a powerful panel on "Financial and Product Inclusion: Enabling Access and Opportunity for Women." This panel conversation will be led by: ?? Ifedayo Durosinmi-Etti — Founder, Herconomy ?? Bode Abifarin — Founder & CEO, Strata ?? Folasade Femi-Lawal (FCA,FCIT,MBA) — Country Manager and Area Business Head, West Africa, Mastercard ?? Felicia Okoye Otolorin, MBA - Head Financial Services Industry, West Africa, Google It will be moderated by: Lehlé B. — Award-winning Financial Inclusion Advocate and Entrepreneur During this conversation, the speakers will explore: ?? How financial institutions can expand women’s access to banking and credit ?? The role of policy in advancing financial inclusion ?? The economic benefits of increasing women’s participation in finance and more! Financial inclusion is more than just access—it’s about creating opportunities for women to build wealth and drive economic growth. Be a part of the conversation LIVE! Interested in attending the Leadership By Inclusion Summit? Join the waitlist with the link below! https://lnkd.in/dsqhzQbD #FinancialInclusion #FinancialProductsForWomen #LeadershipByInclusionSummit2025 #GenderEquity #Leadership #LeadingLadiesAfrica #Equity #Justice #AccelerateAction

We’re excited to announce that the dynamic and charismatic Tony Usidamen will be hosting the Women in Finance Breakfast Forum! ????? A renowned communications expert, social commentator, and founder of Uburu, Tony is known for his sharp wit, engaging presence, and ability to spark thought-provoking conversations. His expertise in storytelling and public engagement makes him the perfect host to steer this groundbreaking event. Thursday March 13th, 2025 is set to be a game-changer as we bring together female leaders, policymakers, government officials, and civil society groups within the finance sector to: ? Develop a framework for gender-inclusive leadership, financial inclusion, and economic justice. ? Create actionable solutions to tackle workplace leadership challenges for women in finance. ? Advocate for sustainable financial inclusion policies and practices. With Tony leading the conversations, expect insightful discussions, engaging moments, and an electrifying atmosphere as we chart the future of finance for women! We can’t wait to see you there! #WomenInFinance #GenderEquity #EconomicJustice #FinancialInclusion #AccelerateAction #WomensEconomicPower #LeadingLadiesAfrica #WomenInFinanceBreakfastForum2025

This year, Leading Ladies Africa spotlighted powerhouse women revolutionizing Nigeria's financial industry. We're super proud of the women of APWB that were featured. Congratulations to our Chairperson - Funke Feyisitan Ladimeji, FCA , Chinwe Egwim , Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani, HCIB , Barbara Ezeife, Temi Dalley , Olufunke Isichei, MBA, CFE, M.CIoD, HCIB, FITD, FIMC, CMC., and Olamide Adeosun. We're rooting for you as you keep reshaping the world of finance ?? PC: Leading Ladies Africa #APWB #IWD2025 #womeninfinance #accelerateaction

I’m so excited and grateful to be recognized by Leading Ladies Africa as one of the 100 Women Defining Finance in Nigeria and as one of 100 Women Shaping the Future. I am deeply honored, and I don’t take this for granted. This isn’t just about me; it’s about the incredible women who are redefining finance, breaking barriers, and proving that when women rise, economies thrive. ???? To every phenomenal woman on this list (and those making an impact everywhere)—YOU inspire me. Your brilliance, resilience, and commitment to change are shaping the future in ways that matter. Let’s keep pushing boundaries, opening doors, and ensuring the next generation of women in finance has an even bigger stage to shine. Here’s to women making power moves, leading with purpose, and changing the game! ?? ? Happy International Women's Day! Thank You Leading Ladies Africa! #100WomenInFinance #LLA100Women?#IWD2025?#100WomenInFinance #GenderEquity?#Leadership?#AccelerateAction?#LeadingLadiesAfrica #SheVentures #GenderLensInvesting

I’m truly honored to be recognized by Leading Ladies Africa as one of the 100 Women in Finance for 2025! This International Women’s Day, I celebrate the incredible women who are shaping the financial industry, driving inclusion, and creating wealth opportunities for all. Together, we are building a future where more women thrive in finance, business, and beyond. Thank you, Leading Ladies Africa for this recognition, and congratulations to my fellow honorees in the Class of 2025! #LLA100Women2025 #WomenInFinance #AccelerateAction #IWD2025 #LeadingLadiesAfrica

Thank you Leading Ladies Africa for this incredible recognition. I also congratulate all these truly phenomenal women transforming our world through their contributions. I am particularly grateful that seven very deserving members of Women In Finance NG made it into this Leading Ladies Africa #LLA100WomeninFinance List.

The AI revolution is reshaping our world, redefining industries, and driving groundbreaking solutions. But where do women stand in this digital shift? Are they harnessing AI as a tool for growth, or are they left fearing job displacement? That’s why we’re partnering with IE University for a transformative live workshop at the Women in Finance Breakfast Forum titled “Applied AI for Personal & Business Growth.” The workshop will be led by Carlos Sentís —a world-class expert in AI, innovation, and leadership, and will equip participants with the skills and strategies needed to thrive in the age of Artificial Intelligence???? At the Women In Finance Breakfast Forum, #DigitalInnovation meets #GenderEquity, and creates an unforgettable platform for change and impact!??? Are you a woman in finance? Do you want to be equipped with skills to conquer the AI-driven future? Join the waitlist with the link below https://lnkd.in/d6jSMc8Y #WomenInFinance #GenderEquity #EconomicJustice #FinancialInclusion #AccelerateAction #AIForGrowth #DigitalInclusion #LeadingLadiesAfrica #WomenInFinanceBreakfastForum2025

Simisola Gbadamosi Makes History As The Youngest Nigerian Emmy Nominee For Her Role In “Iwájú” ?????? Simisola Gbadamosi has earned a nomination in the “Outstanding Younger Voice Performer” category at the prestigious Children’s and Family Emmy Awards for her captivating voice performance as Tola in Disney’s groundbreaking animated series “Iwájú” Released in February 2024, “Iwájú” takes viewers on a mesmerizing journey through a futuristic Lagos, following Tola and her tech-savvy friend Kole as they navigate their contrasting worlds in this visually stunning African narrative #InHerWords “Being nominated for this Emmy is truly an honour. I’m so grateful to be recognised alongside such incredible talent, whom I’ve actually watched, and to be part of a project that means so much. This moment is a dream (that I didn’t know I had) come true” Congratulations Simisola???????????? #LeadingLadiesAfrica #NigerianExcellence #EmmyNominee #GenderEquity #DisneyPlus #Leadership #YoungAchievers #IwájúSeries