‘Gen W’: UBA business series to celebrate modern African women in leadership, entrepreneur

By Ezurike Ugochukwu 

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc is set to host a special edition of its quarterly Business Series focused on celebrating and empowering women as part of activities marking Women’s Month.

The event, themed “Gen W – The Evolved Woman,” will hold on March 12, 2026, at the UBA House in Lagos and will bring together accomplished female professionals and entrepreneurs to share insights on leadership, ambition and growth in today’s dynamic global environment.

According to the bank, the session will feature engaging conversations aimed at highlighting a new generation of women who are not only seeking opportunities but also creating them while shaping industries and redefining success.

The event will also be streamed live across UBA’s digital platforms, allowing participants to join either virtually or in person.

The Business Series will feature an inspiring lineup of speakers including entrepreneur and founder of ORÍKÌ Group, Joycee Awosika; media personality and entrepreneur Tomike Adeoye; entrepreneur and founder of Fine Funky, Olufunke Davies; and award-winning broadcaster Ayo Mario‑Ese.

The session will be moderated by media personality and actor Tobi Bakre.

Panelists are expected to share their personal journeys and professional experiences, offering practical perspectives on building resilient businesses, navigating corporate environments, embracing authenticity and redefining leadership as women in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Speaking ahead of the event, UBA’s Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications, Alero Ladipo, said the initiative underscores the bank’s commitment to supporting women in recognition of their vital role in driving economic growth and innovation across Africa.

According to her, the modern African woman continues to evolve and occupy influential positions across sectors.

“The modern African woman is evolving in remarkable ways. She is bold, visionary and intentional about the spaces she occupies. Through this edition of the UBA Business Series, we want to celebrate women while also creating a platform where meaningful conversations around leadership, ambition and opportunity can take place,” she said.

UBA explained that the quarterly Business Series has grown into an important knowledge-sharing platform designed to equip entrepreneurs, professionals and business leaders with insights and strategies needed to build sustainable enterprises and navigate the evolving business landscape.

With operations in over twenty African countries as well as in the United Kingdom, the United States, France and the United Arab Emirates, UBA remains one of Africa’s leading financial institutions, serving more than 45 million customers and employing about 25,000 people globally while advancing financial inclusion through innovative banking solutions.