Priscilla Agada, a University of Lagos (UNILAG) graduate, has officially joined Bank of America as a Fixed Income Trade Support Analyst, marking a transition from intern to full-time employee. She shared the announcement on LinkedIn on August 18, 2026, reflecting on her first six months in the role and the journey that led her there.
From Internship to Full-Time Role
Agada completed a successful internship with the American multinational bank in 2024, shortly after finishing her undergraduate studies. Earlier in 2026, she secured a full-time position as a Fixed Income Trade Support Analyst, a role that has already provided her with significant professional growth.
In her LinkedIn post, Agada described the experience as exceptionally rewarding, highlighting the opportunity to learn from talented colleagues and tackle new challenges. She also noted gaining a deeper understanding of financial markets, particularly the behind-the-scenes operations that support trading activities.
Reflections on the Experience
"My experience over the last six months has been nothing short of amazing," Agada wrote. "I've had the opportunity to learn from incredibly talented people, take on new challenges, and gain a much deeper understanding of the markets and the work that happens behind the scenes."
She expressed gratitude to everyone who supported her journey and to Bank of America for facilitating a smooth transition from intern to full-time analyst. "I'm incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported me throughout this journey and to the Bank for making the transition from intern to full-time analyst such a rewarding one," she added.
Agada emphasized that this milestone is just the beginning, voicing enthusiasm for future career developments.
Network Reactions and Related Stories
The announcement drew congratulatory messages from professionals across her network. Shukurat Opeyemi Abdullahi, ACA, FMVA, AFM, commented, "Congratulations, star! The sky is your starting point." Marvelous Ige, ACA, said, "Congratulations Priscilla Agada! Really big one and well deserving!" Francis Ogundokun simply added, "Congratulations Priscilla."
In a related story, Legit.ng reported that another UNILAG graduate secured his first job four months after completing his NYSC. Meanwhile, Tomi Sulaimon, a UNILAG graduate, achieved a first-class degree in a rare course, sharing her exact CGPA after her convocation.
