UBA’s Abiodun Coker Named “Future Leader In Media Management” At The Industry Summit/Awards

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED

LAGOS, NIGERIA – May 2, 2025 – The Communications Team of United Bank for Africa (UBA) is basking in well-deserved acclaim as Abiodun Coker, Media & External Relations Lead, has been honored with the “Future Leader in Media Management” award at the 6th edition of The Industry Summit/Awards.

Organized by The Industry Newspaper, West Africa’s leading brand marketing publication, the event celebrates professionals making significant contributions to brand marketing and communications across the region.

The award jury, chaired by Mr. Tolulope Ogunjobi, Business Editor at TVC News and a respected broadcast business correspondent, commended Coker’s remarkable achievements in public relations during the year 2024.

Coker was specifically praised for his strategic media leadership in the successful execution of UBA’s 2024 Rights Issue, which concluded on December 24, 2024, and the 75th Anniversary Campaign of the bank – both hailed as commendable and impactful.

A seasoned professional, Coker’s journey began in journalism, where he served as a respected Financial Journalist at BusinessDay Newspapers. He transitioned into corporate communications, taking on leadership roles at BD Consult Ltd and Quadrant, two of Nigeria’s top PR firms.

With over eight years of journalism and strategic communication experience, Coker has proven his ability to manage, transform, and position leading brands for long-term success.

The jury further highlighted that Coker’s management of UBA’s media ecosystem in 2024 stood out, earning widespread praise from industry professionals for his media relations skills and ability to uphold the brand image of UBA, one of Africa’s strongest financial institutions.

“Abiodun Coker’s achievements in 2024 are a beacon for greater accomplishments ahead. He is undoubtedly one of the strategic communication experts to watch in 2025”, said the award committee.

The Industry Summit took place at CIBN House, Adeola Hopewell, Victoria Island, Lagos, while the awards ceremony was hosted at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, on Friday, May 2, 2025.

Coker’s recognition cements his rising status as one of Nigeria’s most dynamic and future-ready communication professionals, with a clear focus on redefining the media management landscape in the banking and financial services sector.

Currently playing a strategic role at UBA Group, Coker is acknowledged as a formidable team player whose contributions to corporate communications are impactful and impossible to ignore.

As the industry watches closely, Abiodun Coker is undoubtedly positioned for greater leadership roles in the communications space in the near future.