UNITED CAPITAL CEO, MR PETER ASHADE AND THE NATIONAL TREASURER CIBN, HIGHLIGHTS ROLE OF FINANCIAL SECTOR IN DRIVING ECONOMIC GROWTH AT CIBN CONFERENCE.
By Silas Meabe
Abuja, Nigeria –News,Sport's and Politics
The Group Chief Executive Officer of United Capital Plc, Mr. Peter Ashade, has emphasized the crucial role of the financial services sector in shaping Nigeria’s economic future. Speaking at the Annual Banking and Finance Conference organized by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), Mr. Ashade noted that the forum presents a vital opportunity to propose innovative solutions from the service, banking, and finance industries to support the government’s developmental agenda.
The high-profile event, held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, brought together key stakeholders from across the financial sector, including policy makers, banking executives, and regulatory authorities. In his remarks, Mr. Ashade underlined the importance of collective action in steering the economy toward sustainable growth.
“This conference is not just about dialogue; it’s about proffering actionable solutions that align with the government’s economic direction,” said Mr. Ashade. “We must engage from the social, political, and economic platforms to ignite growth and long-term development within our economy.”
Representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the event was the Honourable Minister of Finance, who echoed the administration’s commitment to partnering with the private sector to deliver inclusive growth and stability. Discussions at the conference centered on transformative strategies, including financial inclusion, public-private partnerships, regulatory reforms, and digital innovation.
United Capital Plc, a leading financial and investment services group, played a prominent role in the conference, reinforcing its commitment to being at the forefront of economic discourse and development. Mr. Ashade reiterated the group's dedication to building a resilient financial ecosystem that supports not only corporate growth but also national development goals.
Other notable participants at the event included leaders from commercial banks, fintech firms, development finance institutions, and academia. The conference served as a strategic platform for fostering collaboration and sharing insights on how the financial services industry can drive meaningful change in Nigeria.