Adaora Umeoji assumed the role of Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank on 1 June 2024, becoming the first woman in the institution's history to hold its most senior executive position. Her appointment was subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria, as is required for GMD and CEO appointments at Nigerian deposit money banks.
BACKGROUND
Umeoji's appointment follows a career at Zenith Bank. Zenith Bank was founded by Jim Ovia in 1990.
Zenith Bank announced that the appointment took effect from 1 June 2024.