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United Bank for Africa (UBA) will hosting another edition of its highly anticipated quarterly Business Series, with a strong focus on empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to build strong businesses that will drive lasting impact across the continent.

This quarter’s session, which is the second for 2025, will hold on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at the UBA House, Marina, Lagos, and is part of the bank’s broader commitment towards business development and financial inclusion.

The UBA Business Series aims to equip small business owners and entrepreneurs with practical strategies to build resilient partnerships, unlock funding opportunities, and navigate the evolving business landscape.

With the theme, “Stronger Together: Building Powerful Business Partnerships for Progress, this edition of the Business Series will bring together seasoned business leaders, industry experts, and successful entrepreneurs who will share insights on how collaboration and strategic alliances can help MSMEs overcome growth barriers.

An exciting lineup of seasoned business owners including Beauty Entrepreneur, Dabota Lawson; Real Estate Mogul and Entrepreneur, Wale Ayilara; Fashion Entrepreneur, Mai Atafo, and Journalist and TV producer Peace Hyde, will be on ground to arm participants with the tools and network they need to thrive in today’s competitive environment.

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The session will be accessible both physically and virtually, allowing broader participation from the business community as interested participants can register on specified website.

Speaking ahead of the event, UBA’s Group Head, Retail and Digital Banking, Shamsideen Fashola, highlighted the critical role of partnerships in today’s dynamic business environment.

“In an increasingly interconnected world, the power of collaboration cannot be overstated. At UBA, we recognise that collaboration is the cornerstone of sustainable business success. The ‘Stronger Together’ Business Series is designed to inspire entrepreneurs and corporate leaders to forge meaningful alliances that drive progress, unlock opportunities, and contribute to Africa’s economic transformation,” Shamsideen said.

Also speaking, the Group Head, Corporate and Marketing Communications, Alero Ladipo, emphasised the UBA’s commitment to empowering the business community through knowledge sharing.

“The quarterly series represents our dedication to nurturing entrepreneurship and fostering an ecosystem where businesses can thrive through strategic collaborations. Our speakers represent diverse industries and have successfully leveraged partnerships to scale their businesses, create jobs, and drive innovation.”

The UBA Business Series is a knowledge-sharing platform created by United Bank for Africa to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to grow and sustain their businesses.

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has held it’s quarterly Business Series where female leaders advocated gender parity, building legacies and breaking barriers.

The event, attended by trailblazing female leaders from diverse industries allowed them to share personal insights on overcoming systemic challenges, driving change, and redefining success.

The hybrid event which was held at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheatre in UBA House, reinforced the bank’s commitment towards supporting and championing gender parity, creating opportunities, and empowering women to build lasting legacies in their careers and businesses.

The panel featured a line-up of inspiring and accomplished women, including Founder and CEO of Shule Direct who joined from Tanzania; Faraja Kotta Nyalandu, Former Attorney General and Board Chairman, Africa Prudential Plc, Chief Eniola Fadayomi; Award-winning actor and entrepreneur, Nancy Isime and Managing Director, BOI Investment and Trust Company Limited, Mrs. Flora Fabyan.

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Each panelist offered profound reflections on how they succeeded in navigating their careers and businesses against all odds, tackling gender bias, and unlocking financial and professional independence, thus underscoring the urgent need for inclusive opportunities and systemic transformation.

In her submission, Nyalandu reflected on the powerful role women play in shaping the future, emphasizing the importance of education and opportunity: “The hand that rocks the cradle is the hand that rules the world. Empowering a woman has a ripple effect; on her household, her family’s health, and the community. My call today is for everyone to believe in the opportunity to transform a girl or woman’s life by enabling them to unleash their potential through education, learning, and opportunities. Give us the platform and space. If you don’t, women will strive to take it,” she stated.

Fadayomi who recounted her journey through the legal and public sectors in Nigeria, stated, “Being a woman in the legal space at that time was challenging. Every day as an Attorney General was a battle, and being a woman made it even harder. You have to prove yourself twice as hard as a man. When you’re collaborative, they say you’re weak. When you’re assertive, they say you’re too aggressive, so I believe that women should capitalise on some advantages that have been ingrained in them overtime to be successful in their fields.”

Isime who spoke on the importance of financial independence for women, advised women on the need to create a niche for themselves and to think outside the box. “Financial independence is crucial. Your life choices, especially who you partner with, is critical to building financial stability and generational wealth. Budgeting, investing wisely, and educating yourself are key steps.”

Fabyan highlighted the balancing act many women master, stating, “Women are naturally trained to juggle multiple roles. Managing home and work requires being present and making decisions that benefit both spheres. Over the years, you learn to juggle these responsibilities effectively.”

Speaking on the significance of the event, UBA’s Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communication, Alero Ladipo, who commended the bank for hosting the event, said UBA continues to champion diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where women are empowered to excel and lead across various sectors.

“At UBA, we recognise the vital role women play in shaping economies, businesses, and families. This event underscores our unwavering commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women at every level. We believe that when women thrive, businesses, communities, and even the nations prosper. Today’s discussion serves as a powerful reminder that while progress has been made, there is still much work to do -and UBA remains dedicated to accelerating that progress.”