Standard Chartered empowers women to advance skills in financial sector

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria is reinforcing its dedication to empowering women with a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing skills and nurturing talent in the financial industry.

At the second edition of the Standard Chartered Banking Academy held in Lagos, the bank highlighted the success of its inaugural 2023 program, which focused on empowering women in the financial services sector and promoting a more inclusive and diverse professional community.

This year’s program has expanded to include participants from across the Bank’s West African network and other banks, offering a unique platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and professional growth.

Dalu Ajene, CEO of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited, emphasized the bank’s commitment to empowering women through initiatives like the Banking Academy. “Our Academy is dedicated to developing the skills and talents of professional women, enabling them to contribute to a brighter future in the financial industry,” Ajene stated.

“The Academy is the first of its kind in Nigeria and with the continued support of our implementation partners, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) (Nigeria chapter) and the Association of Professional Women Bankers (APWB), we are dedicated to making a positive impact on our beneficiaries and the financial services sector as a whole.”

Henry Otaigbe, Head of Cash Product Transaction Banking for Nigeria and West Africa, and one of the project managers, noted, “Our objective is to build a pipeline of talented women who will drive the future of banking in Africa. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential for innovation and growth, and we are committed to fostering the development of female leaders in the industry.”