Women Hold 35% of Director Positions in Nigerian Banks – CBN Governor

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso has revealed that women make up 35% of appointed directors in Nigerian banks.

Speaking at the CBN’s International Women’s Day grand finale in Abuja, Cardoso emphasized the importance of gender equality in leadership, noting that three out of seven non-executive board members in the financial sector are women.

He reaffirmed the CBN’s commitment to inclusive leadership, highlighting the economic and moral benefits of diversity in the sector.