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Union Bank of Nigeria held its first-ever Stay Recharged Health Walk, a dynamic event that affirmed the bank’s steadfast commit­ment to employee well-being and sustainable workplace development.

The walk kicked off at the Stallion Plaza, Union Bank’s head office in Marina. It con­cluded at the Bank’s Sports Complex, The Stable, on Bode Thomas Street, Surul­ere, tracing an energising 7.5km route through Lagos’ vibrant streets. The over­whelming participation and enthusiasm from employees from diverse departments and locations made it a cel­ebration of physical fitness, mental health, and the pow­er of community spirit.

Stay Recharged is a fea­tured event drawn from a cornerstone of Union Bank’s employee value prop­osition: employee wellness, thoughtfully crafted to fos­ter a culture where health, happiness, and productivity flourish. The initiative re­sponds directly to the urgent need for purposeful wellness programmes that nurture both physical and mental health at work. It reflects the bank’s recognition that employee wellbeing is fun­damental to sustained pro­ductivity, engagement, and organisational excellence.

Omayuli Wale-Ajayi, Chief Talent Officer, em­phasised the significance of this milestone event: “At Union Bank, well-being is not an afterthought; it is part of how we work. Our inaugural Stay Recharged Health Walk reflects our commitment to building a culture where our people are energised, supported, and thriving. When we take care of ourselves, we build stronger teams and stronger institutions.”

The Stay Recharged Health Walk aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, specif­ically SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being and SDG 8: Decent Work and Econom­ic Growth. This initiative reflects Union Bank’s com­mitment to fostering a work­place culture that prioritises employee wellness, supports decent and productive work, and contributes to long-term organisational sustainabil­ity.

By investing in these wellness experiences, Union Bank not only strengthens its internal community but also reinforces its reputation as an employer of choice.

Union Bank remains dedicated to developing innovative, health-focused programmes that inspire employees to adopt health­ier lifestyles, supporting long-term growth for both individuals and the organi­sation.