Meet Dr. Adaora Umeoji: Zenith Bank's First Female GMD/CEO with Exceptional Academic Credentials
She holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Accounting from the University of Jos, a Bachelor of Law (LLB, 1st Class) from Baze University, and a Master's degree in Law from the University of Salford, UK.
AKACHI NOEL 
Dr. Adaora Umeoji has shattered glass ceilings with her appointment as the new Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of Zenith Bank, becoming the first woman to hold this esteemed position in the bank's history.
With a remarkable academic background and extensive professional credentials, Dr. Umeoji brings unparalleled expertise and leadership to her new role. She holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Accounting from the University of Jos, a Bachelor of Law (LLB, 1st Class) from Baze University, and a Master's degree in Law from the University of Salford, UK. Additionally, she earned an MBA from the University of Calabar and a prestigious Doctorate Degree in Business Administration from Apollos University, Montana, USA.
Dr. Umeoji's commitment to continuous learning and professional development is evident through her completion of advanced programs at renowned institutions such as Harvard Business School and Wharton Business School. Notably, she graduated from the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School, solidifying her strategic thinking and management skills.
Furthermore, Dr. Umeoji is a fellow of prestigious professional bodies, including the Chartered Bankers Institute of London, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, Institute of Credit Administration, and Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Nigeria, among others.
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Her impressive qualifications underscore her dedication to excellence and position her as a trailblazer in the banking industry. Dr. Adaora Umeoji's appointment heralds a new era of diversity and inclusion at Zenith Bank, paving the way for more women to ascend to leadership positions in the financial sector.
