Women of Will Archives - WoW

Celebrating Dr. Adaora Umeoji on Her First Year as MD of Zenith Bank

by Women of Will | Jun 5, 2025 | #ShEO, Women of Will

One year ago, Dr. Adaora Umeoji made history by becoming the first female Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank, marking a groundbreaking milestone in the Nigerian banking sector. Since taking the helm, she has led the bank with remarkable...

Yemi Keri: Championing Women’s Empowerment and Innovation Across Africa

by Women of Will | May 28, 2025 | Women of Will, WOW Woman of the Week

This week, we celebrate Yemi Keri, a pioneering Nigerian technology leader, investor, and passionate advocate for women in entrepreneurship. With over 23 years of experience in the tech and investment sectors, Yemi has become a transformative force in Africa’s...

Gail Mabalane: Celebrating a Woman of Strength, Talent, and Purpose

by Women of Will | May 15, 2025 | Women of Will, WOW Woman of the Week

This week, we shine a spotlight on Gail Mabalane—a South African actress, singer, entrepreneur, and advocate—whose story continues to inspire women across the continent and beyond. Born on December 27, 1984, in Kimberley, South Africa, Gail’s path to prominence has...

WOW International Women’s Conference: A Bold Conversation on Women’s Leadership, Financial Freedom, and Evolving Gender Roles

by Women of Will | May 12, 2025 | Women of Will, WOW Events

Woman of the Week: Tola Akerele -Celebrating a Cultural Visionary

by Women of Will | May 7, 2025 | Women of Will, WOW Woman of the Week

Tola Akerele is a woman whose journey reflects a powerful blend of passion, creativity, and purpose. After years of working in investment banking in London, she made a life-changing decision to return to Nigeria, driven by a desire to contribute meaningfully to her...