Unity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and technological innovation by hosting a high-impact webinar focused on the role of digital technology in sustainable development.
Held in conjunction with International Youth Week, the event drew participants from across Nigeria, including key players from the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT) ecosystem, such as fintech startups and content creators.
The webinar featured insightful presentations from two prominent Nigerian technology leaders: Mr. Gbolahan Salami, Senior Vice President of Growth, Product, and Strategy at WakaNow, and Mr. Micheal Ogundare, CEO and Co-founder of Crop2Cash. Both speakers provided valuable perspectives on how digital technology can be leveraged to empower the next generation and foster inclusive growth.
Unity Bank’s Head of Strategy and Innovation, Mr. Ibukun Coker, highlighted the bank’s dedication to supporting youth through digital technology. He noted, “Empowering the youth through digital technology is key to unlocking sustainable development in Nigeria.
At Unity Bank, we are committed to driving initiatives that bridge the digital divide and equip young people with the skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-evolving economy. This webinar is part of our ongoing effort to support the growth of a digitally inclusive society, ensuring that our youth are well-positioned to harness technology for positive change and economic progress.”
The event provided participants with the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers, many of whom expressed renewed optimism about their potential to use digital technology for personal and societal advancement.
In line with its youth-focused initiatives, Unity Bank recently partnered with SkillPaddy on the “Count Her In” tech programme, aimed at empowering over 1,000 female beneficiaries through software engineering training.
This IT skill development initiative, which included full sponsorship for about 40 young girls, was launched in celebration of International Women’s Day 2024.
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