Union Bank of Nigeria recently hosted an informal and engaging meet-and-greet session with leading media professionals at Stallion Plaza, its headquarters in Marina, Lagos.
The event, held at SpaceNXT — the Bank’s co-creation hub for innovators and creators — was designed as a relaxed platform to build personal connections and deepen mutual understanding between the Bank and the media.
Unlike a formal press briefing, the gathering provided a convivial setting for open and candid conversations, reaffirming Union Bank’s recognition of the media as a key partner in shaping public discourse and amplifying its mission.
In attendance were senior members of Union Bank’s leadership team, including Taiwo Shote, Executive Director, Corporate Banking (Lagos and West), Olufunmilola Aluko, Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, and Tosin Ibikunle, Head of Strategy and Planning. Both Aluko and Ibikunle reiterated the Bank’s commitment to transparency, collaboration, and regulatory compliance.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Olufunmilola Aluko said:
> “This event is simply about people. Union Bank has been around for 108 years, and we’ve witnessed banking evolve from telegrams to digital wallets, from handwritten ledgers to AI-driven analytics. But through all that change, one constant has remained: the media.
We wanted to create a space that’s unhurried and human — where bankers and journalists can connect beyond deadlines and press statements. Behind every headline are real people committed to storytelling, truth, and impact.”
Echoing this sentiment, Mr. Tosin Ibikunle added:
> “Union Bank has strengthened its systems and service delivery in preparation for its next phase of growth. As we roll out new initiatives, we look forward to partnering with the media to tell our story with clarity, accuracy, and impact.”
The evening also featured a tour of Stallion Plaza and a networking session, further emphasizing the Bank’s commitment to building genuine, long-term relationships beyond formal press engagements.
Union Bank remains steadfast in its pledge to foster trust through open dialogue and meaningful partnerships with the media and other stakeholders, as it continues to serve its customers and contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth.
