UBA Foundation wins philanthropy of the 12 months award

UBA Foundation, the Company Social Accountability arm of the United Financial institution for Africa Plc, gained the ‘Philanthropy of the Yr award on the lately held 2025 THISDAY Awards.

UBA Foundation emerged because the winner within the class, which had different nominees, together with Dangote Foundation, NLNG, MTN Foundation, and Fidelity Bank Foundation.

The award ceremony, tagged ‘When the Going Will get Robust… the Robust Get Rewarded,’ additionally marked the thirtieth anniversary of the newspaper.

Whereas presenting the award, the Minister of Info, Mohammed Malagi, counseled the UBA Foundation for its impactful programmes, notably in advancing schooling, and emphasised the necessity for extra organisations to emulate the Foundation’s mannequin of sustainable philanthropy.

He stated, “This award is a testomony to the outstanding achievements of the UBA Foundation over the previous 12 months. This honour is well-deserved, and I urge different organisations to observe this exemplary mannequin in contributing to the societies they serve.”

Receiving the award on behalf of the Foundation, UBA’s Group Head, Media and Exterior Relations, Ramon Nasir, expressed gratitude for the popularity, attributing the success to the Foundation’s dedication to enhancing lives throughout the continent and past.

“We’re deeply honoured to obtain this award, which comes at a pivotal second for us. It’s a highly effective affirmation of the work now we have finished and a reminder of the accountability we supply to do much more,” he stated.

UBA Foundation’s Chief Govt Officer, Bola Atta, who spoke on the awards, stated, “We’re appreciative of this award, and for us, that is our name to motion to do much more. Within the coming 12 months, we won’t relaxation on our laurels; we’ll launch new initiatives and strengthen current programmes to deepen our impression and broaden our attain throughout communities,” she famous.

UBA Foundation has centered on key areas equivalent to schooling, environmental sustainability, financial empowerment, and particular tasks within the communities round its areas of operation.