UBA approves H1 2026 audited accounts, appoints Puri director

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United Bank for Africa Plc has approved its audited financial statements for the half-year ended 30 June 2026, subject to clearance by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

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The approval was given at the bank’s board meeting held on 13 August 2026, according to a statement signed by the lender.

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UBA said the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the investing public would be notified immediately after receiving the CBN’s approval for the half-year financial statements.

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The bank also said its closed period would remain in force until 24 hours after the audited results are released to the public.

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In a separate board decision, UBA approved the appointment of Ibrahim Puri as a non-executive director, also subject to CBN approval.

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Puri is a financial services and corporate executive with more than 35 years of experience spanning banking, fintech, telecommunications and fast-moving consumer goods.

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He previously served as an executive director on UBA’s board before retiring from the position in 2022.

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He currently serves as a non-executive director on the boards of several companies, including Nigerian Breweries Plc and 9mobile.

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The bank said his appointment remains subject to regulatory approval by the CBN.

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UBA had earlier notified the Nigerian Exchange and investors in July of the scheduled 13 August board meeting at which the financial statements were considered.

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