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Just In: Zenith Bank names Adaora Umeoji as its first female Group Managing Director

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The Board Directors of Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment the appointment of Dr. Adaora Umeoji as the Group Managing Director/ Chief Executive of Zenith Bank Plc.

Perseocndnews gathered that this was contained in the Bank’s notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the investment public

According to the statement, the appointment is with effect from June 1, 2024, and is subject to approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

With the appointment, Adora becomes the first female to lead the bank, where she currently serves as the deputy GMD.

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