Unity Bank Plc recently hosted a high-impact webinar focused on the role of digital technology in driving sustainable development, aligning with its commitment to youth empowerment, technological innovation, and creating opportunities for Nigerian youths to thrive in the digital economy.

The event attracted participants from across Nigeria, including those from the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT) sectors, such as start-ups, fintech players, and content creators. The webinar featured industry leaders like Mr. Gbolahan Salami, Senior Vice President of Growth, Product, and Strategy at WakaNow, and Mr. Michael Ogundare, CEO and Co-founder of Crop2Cash.

Both speakers provided valuable insights on leveraging digital technology to empower the next generation and promote inclusive growth.

Unity Bank’s Head of Strategy and Innovation, Mr. Ibukun Coker, commented on the significance of the webinar during International Youth Week, highlighting the Bank’s dedication to youth-friendly products, business grants through initiatives like the Corpreneurship Challenge, and other financing packages targeting Micro, Small, and Medium-sized businesses in the technology sector.

Participants had the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers, leaving many feeling more optimistic about their potential to use digital technology for personal and societal advancement.

As part of this initiative, which commemorated International Women’s Day 2024, the Bank fully sponsored the training of 40 young girls, helping to bridge talent supply gaps and offering a pathway to careers in the tech industry.