Union Bank of Nigeria has been recognised for its commitment to gender inclusion, winning the Most Outstanding Bank in Gender Inclusion award at the Women in Marketing and Communications Conference and Awards (WIMCA) 2026.
The award ceremony was held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The recognition highlights Union Bank’s efforts to promote gender diversity through an inclusive workplace and financial ecosystem designed to empower women, female entrepreneurs and professionals through tailored financial products, capacity-building initiatives, mentorship, networking opportunities and broader economic support.
Themed “Grow, Give, Glow: Building Resilience for Distinction,” WIMCA 2026 brought together leading female marketing and communications professionals from across Africa to discuss industry trends, leadership, resilience and women’s advancement in the marketing and communications ecosystem.
Union Bank’s Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Mrs. Olufunmilola Aluko, was also recognised among the Top 50 Most Influential Women in Marketing and Communications.
Reacting to the honours, Aluko said the recognition affirmed the bank’s sustained commitment to gender inclusion as a driver of institutional excellence, innovation and sustainable growth.
She added that the recognition would further strengthen Union Bank’s resolve to create greater opportunities for women across its workforce, customer base and wider society.
WIMCA, established by Nigerian brand and marketing magazine Brand Communicator, has become a major platform for celebrating female leadership and promoting women’s participation in the brand, marketing and communications industry.
Union Bank said it would continue to support initiatives that advance women’s empowerment and meaningful participation across the marketing and communications sector while fostering inclusive growth and expanding opportunities for women.
About Union Bank of Nigeria Plc
Established in 1917, Union Bank is a financial services provider in Nigeria operating under its “Simpler, Smarter Banking” philosophy. The bank provides services to individual and corporate customers, including savings and current accounts, transfers, foreign currency services, loans, overdrafts, equipment leasing and trade finance.
It also provides digital banking solutions through online and mobile banking, debit cards, ATMs and POS systems.
