By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
Lagos – Union Bank of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equity with a special initiative focused on women living with disabilities and women raising children with disabilities as part of activities marking International Women’s Month 2026.
Aligned with the global theme, “Give to Gain,” the bank’s campaign titled “Give to Gain: Creating Pathways for Inclusion and Endless Opportunities,” highlights the lived experiences of women with disabilities and emphasises the need for deliberate systems of support to drive social and economic advancement.
Throughout March, Union Bank will implement targeted initiatives aimed at expanding access, promoting inclusion and creating sustainable opportunities for the affected groups.
As part of the activities, the bank hosted a flagship event at The Stable, its multipurpose venue in Surulere, Lagos, on Saturday. The event brought together women with disabilities, caregivers, supporting organisations and advocates to engage in dialogue, mentorship and resource sharing.
Other activities include outreach programmes to disability support facilities and collaboration with educational institutions to distribute learning materials to female students with disabilities.
The bank also plans to introduce tailored mentorship programmes designed to build confidence and strengthen capabilities in education, entrepreneurship and career development.
Through its women’s banking proposition, Alpher, and strategic partnerships, Union Bank will provide business sustainability training specifically designed for women living with disabilities as well as women raising children with disabilities.
Internally, the bank will activate WeHub, its employee-led women’s network, to strengthen an inclusive workplace culture and support the professional growth of women across the organisation.
The bank said the initiatives reflect its long-standing commitment to advancing equity for underserved communities and align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 5 – Gender Equality and 10 – Reduced Inequalities.
Chief Brand and Marketing Officer of Union Bank of Nigeria, Olufunmilola Aluko, said the bank remains intentional about promoting inclusion.
According to her, “At Union Bank, inclusion is not an abstract ideal; it is a deliberate choice. While many conversations around women’s empowerment are important and necessary, women living with disabilities and women raising children with disabilities are too often left out entirely.
“This year’s theme, ‘Give to Gain,’ reflects exactly what we believe – that when we intentionally open access, support and opportunities to these women, the value created extends to families, communities and society at large.”
She added that the bank’s International Women’s Day 2026 campaign reflects its commitment to deepening inclusion and ensuring that those who have long been underserved are given meaningful opportunities to thrive.
Union Bank noted that the campaign represents a strong statement of intent to expand opportunities and ensure lasting inclusion for women who have often been overlooked.
L-R: Chief Talent Officer, Union Bank of Nigeria, Omayuli Wale-Ajayi; Head, Corporate Banking, Union Bank of Nigeria, Ali Kadiri; Head, Retail and SME Business, Union Bank of Nigeria, Vivian Imoh-Ita; Founder/Executive Director, Deaf International Foundation, Funmilola Ogunro; MD/CEO, Union Bank of Nigeria, Yetunde Oni; SouthWest Coordinator, Nigeria Association of the Blind, Adenike Olorundare; Women Leader, Lagos Chapter, Nigeria Association of the Blind, Olubukola Salako; Executive Director, Corporate Bank & Business Banking Lagos & West, Union Bank of Nigeria, Taiwo Shote; Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Union Bank of Nigeria, Olufunmilola Aluko; Regional Executive, Business Banking SouthWest and Lagos, Union Bank of Nigeria, Emmanuel Aihevba, and Lead Innovation, Events and Platform Management, Union Bank of Nigeria, Chiamaka Moses during the Bank’s commemoration of International Women’s Day 2026 at the Stable, Surulere, Lagos recently.
