Union Bank, Brand Chief Win WIMCA 2026 Awards

By Adebola Muili

Union Bank of Nigeria has been honoured as the Most Outstanding Bank in Gender Inclusion at the Women in Marketing and Communications Conference and Awards (WIMCA) 2026.

The award was presented on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, during the conference themed, “Grow, Give, Glow: Building Resilience for Distinction.”

The bank said the recognition affirmed its commitment to promoting gender diversity through an inclusive workplace and financial ecosystem designed to empower women, female entrepreneurs and professionals.

It said its efforts include tailored financial products, capacity building, mentorship, networking and initiatives aimed at creating broader economic opportunities for women.

Also honoured at the event was the bank’s Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Mrs. Olufunmilola Aluko, who was named among the Top 50 Most Influential Women in Marketing and Communications.

The event brought together leading female marketing and communications professionals from across Africa to discuss industry trends, leadership, resilience and the advancement of women in the brand, marketing and communications sector.

Reacting to the recognitions, Aluko said the bank’s award was a validation of its sustained commitment to gender inclusion as a driver of institutional excellence, innovation and sustainable growth.

“Union Bank’s recognition at WIMCA 2026 is a strong validation of our sustained commitment to advancing gender inclusion as a driver of institutional excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth,” she said.

Aluko added that the bank was committed to championing platforms and initiatives that empower women to lead with confidence, build meaningful careers and contribute to the development of the marketing and communications industry.

She said the recognition would further strengthen the bank’s resolve to create greater opportunities for women across its workplace, customer base and the wider society.

WIMCA was established by Nigerian brand and marketing magazine, Brand Communicator, as a platform for promoting female leadership and advancing women’s participation in the brand, marketing and communications industry.

Union Bank said it would continue to support initiatives that promote women’s empowerment and inclusive growth across the marketing and communications landscape.