Women now make up 35 per cent of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) directors and half of its non-executive board.

Speaking at the grand finale of the International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations at the CBN Head Office, Governor Olayemi Cardoso said the bank remained focused on achieving gender-balanced leadership.

The event marked the conclusion of a month-long programme celebrating IWD across the institution and reflects the institution’s commitment to inclusive and representative leadership.

“Increasing women’s representation in leadership is not just ethical; it is a strategic necessity; the rise of women in leadership at the CBN mirrors a global shift, where skilled and visionary female leaders are reshaping governance.”

We at the CBN are proud to be part of this progress,” Cardoso said.