The bank's board also announced that
Both Ebi and Adetu have successfully completed their tenure in accordance with the bank's internal governance policy.
In a statement, the bank said Ebi will continue in the role until the in-coming Chairman assumes office, as part of the process of ensuring a smooth and successful transition.
'The changes being announced further attest to
The bank's Managing Director/CEO,
Chike-Obi, the inaugural Managing Director/CEO of the
He has over 40 years of experience in investment banking and the financial services sector, working with reputable global investment banking and asset management firms.
Chike-Obi provides overall leadership at Alpha African Advisory and has direct oversight over the capital raising division.
The bank's market share position has also been materially strengthened over this period.
Chike-Obi was Founding President at
Under the Chairmanship of Ebi, the bank recorded significant growth across key financial metrics with both Ebi and Adetu playing significant roles, complementing management effort in the delivery of these milestones; in service of the long term vision of the bank.
The outgoing chairman expressed pride in the results that the bank achieved during his time as chairman.
He said: 'I feel that the management team has consolidated on our plans to become one of the fastest-growing Banks in the country, strongly rooted in technology only comparable with the best in the world.
'I am confident that my successor will continue on that path to take the Bank to its next stage of growth and advancement. I wish my successor, the management team, and the entire staff of
Adetu said, 'It has been a honour to be part of the Board over the last few years. Throughout this time, I have been humbled by the commitment and hard work of the Board and Management, and their passion for creating a truly global bank.
'I am very grateful to them, as I am to
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