Uzoka Leads UBA Team to World Economic Forum In Davos

By Dipo Olowookere

Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Mr Kennedy Uzoka, has led a senior executive team of the pan-African financial institution to the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), which began on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 in Davos, Switzerland.

At the summit, the UBA delegation will interact with global business and political leaders with the hope expanding the scope of the firm.

The delegation also includes Group Head of Correspondent Banking Sola Yomi-Ajayi and Head of Embassies and Development Organisations( EMDOs), Dupe K. Olusola, responsible for relationships with multilateral and development organisations.

UBA has established itself as one of Africa’s leading financial institutions, with presence in 19 African countries, as well as globally in London, New York and Paris.

The WEF will provide a forum for UBA to build engagement with international institutions.

Despite the strong economic headwinds across Africa currently, the Group has committed to increasing its pan-African footprint.

Its strengths in corporate banking, payment technology, trade finance, and its millions-strong customer base make UBA a natural partner for global businesses focused on the African opportunity.

Speaking on the event, UBA CEO, Mr Kennedy Uzoka emphasised that, “It is critical that UBA joins world business and political leaders to discuss issues central to the progress of our world, and with specific relevance to the continent of Africa.

“UBA is the natural partner for those seeking access to Africa’s business opportunities – we look forward to engaging with the world’s business community – to show that Africa is open to business and that UBA is ready to partner.”