# Zenith Bank Girl-Child Empowerment Programme

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zenith-bank-girl-child-empowerment-programme
> Updated: 2026-10-23T03:38:25.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 3.

Zenith Bank Plc launched its inaugural Girl-Child Empowerment Programme, titled ‘Banking On Her Tomorrow’. Spearheaded by the bank’s first female Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Adaora Umeoji, the initiative aims to provide mentorship and skill development to support the economic independence and future career readiness of young women.

On October 12, 2026, the programme held its launch event at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, hosting 300 schoolgirls between the ages of 13 and 17. Participants received training in various areas, including financial literacy, investment, personal development, social media ethics, and interpersonal relationships. Financial literacy sessions were specifically facilitated by bank representatives Thelma Okonye and Adesola Adeyemo.

The keynote address was delivered by Her Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, who encouraged the attendees to develop resilience and use their abilities to impact others.

## Claims

- Zenith Bank launched its maiden Girl-Child Empowerment Programme titled ‘Banking on Her Tomorrow’. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The programme reached 300 schoolgirls aged 13 to 17 from selected schools in Lagos. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The event took place on October 12, 2026, at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Dame Adaora Umeoji is the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The programme included sessions on finance, investment, etiquette, and social media ethics. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Olori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, delivered the keynote address. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Thelma Okonye and Adesola Adeyemo facilitated financial literacy sessions. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-23: Nigerian banks launch empowerment and scholarship programs for female students

Baobab Microfinance Bank and Zenith Bank have launched separate initiatives in Nigeria to support female education through scholarships and mentorship programs.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigerian-banks-launch-empowerment-and-scholarship-programs-for-female-students

### 2026-10-14: Zenith Bank launches girl-child empowerment programme in Lagos

Zenith Bank launched its ‘Banking on Her Tomorrow’ programme in Lagos, providing 300 schoolgirls with mentorship and financial literacy training to support their future development.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zenith-bank-launches-girl-child-empowerment-programme-in-lagos

### 2026-10-10: Zenith Bank to launch maiden Girl-Child Empowerment Programme

Zenith Bank is launching its first Girl-Child Empowerment Programme, ‘Banking On Her Tomorrow’, to provide mentorship and skill development for young girls.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zenith-bank-to-launch-maiden-girl-child-empowerment-programme

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