Nigeria, April 8 -- The Bank of Industry (BOI) has taken note of the recent feature published by Premium Times titled "Inside the Gender Lopsidedness of BoI's Board Management." As an institution that values transparency, accountability, and constructive public discourse, we welcome scrutiny from the media and acknowledge the important role journalism plays in strengthening democratic and corporate governance.

However, it is equally important that public commentary reflects a holistic view of institutional realities. This Right of Reply is therefore offered respectfully, not as a rebuttal to the editorial independence of Premium Times, but as a clarification intended to present the full picture of gender representation and leadership wit...