Focus On Women In Banking-Oluwatomi Somefun
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
2d ago
Oluwatomi Somefun is a Nigerian banker and businesswoman. She is Unity Bank plc’s managing director and CEO at the moment. She graduated from Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife, Osun state, with a B.Ed. in English language in 1981. She also attended Harvard Business School and Columbia Business School in New York. Before joining Arthur Andersen, which is now part of KPMG, Somefun started her career with Peat Marwick and Co. She then went on to become an executive director at Unity Bank plc ..read more
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Breaking- Baltimore Bridge Collapses
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
2d ago
Early on Tuesday, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, a crucial link for East Coast shipping, suffered a partial collapse following a collision with a large cargo ship. The incident sparked a major emergency response as rescuers rushed to aid at least seven individuals who found themselves in the water. Described by the Baltimore City Fire Department as a mass-casualty event, the collapse occurred after reports flooded in around 1:30 a.m., alerting authorities to the vessel striking the bridge. Kevin Cartwright, the Baltimore Fire Department’s communications director, emphasized the sev ..read more
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Focus On Women In Banking-Kafilat Araoye
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
2d ago
Kafilat Araoye is currently the Managing Director and CEO at Lotus Bank since 2020 Kafilat holds a history degree from the University of Ife and an M.Sc. in Industrial Relations & Personnel Management from the University of Lagos. She holds Islamic Finance certifications and has attended executive management courses at various institutions. Kafilat is certified in specialized banking courses, conferences, and seminars. Kafilat a 25-year banking veteran, began her career in 1988 at Conoil Nigeria Plc and later worked at Guaranty Trust Bank Plc. She was part of the GTBank team that implement ..read more
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Focus On Women In Banking-Bukola Smith
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
2d ago
In April 2021, Bukola Smith was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of FSDH Merchant Bank. She has 29 years of steadily increasing experience in the banking sector and a proven track record of strategic leadership and execution. Bukola has held various leadership positions since 2006. She has overseen over 200 branches, Public Sector, Business Banking, Agriculture, and Transaction Banking Divisions. She has also established the FCMB Women in Business Desk, set up FCMB Trustees, and Custody. Bukola has also served on the board of Legacy Pension Funds Ltd. and CSL Stoc ..read more
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Focus On Women In Banking-Yemisi Edun
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
2d ago
Yemisi Edun is the first woman to hold the role of managing director and chief executive officer of First City Monument Bank. After Adam Nuhu was suspended in July 2021, she took over in this role. Yemisi Edun left the University of Ife with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. She continued her education at the University of Liverpool, where she earned a master’s degree in international finance and accounting. She served as the bank’s acting chief executive officer and chief financial officer prior to being appointed Managing Director. Yemisi Edun holds a CFA designation and is a fellow of the I ..read more
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Focus On Women In Banking- Halima Baba
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
2d ago
At SunTrust Bank Nigeria Limited, Halima serves as both the chief executive officer and managing director. She is an experienced banker who has worked for Allstates Trust Bank, Zenith Bank, Inland Bank Plc, Oceanic Bank Plc, and Ecobank Nigeria Limited for more than 22 years. She is among the few female MDs in the field to have reached that level of success. Halima was a co-founder and former executive director of Taj Consortium, a group of young, energetic technocrats and financial advisory specialists, before being appointed MD/CEO of Sun Trust Bank Ltd. She is the Chairman of the Board of D ..read more
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Focus On Women In Banking- Meet Bolaji Agbede
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
3d ago
Meet Bolaji Agbede, a seasoned professional with over 27 years of experience in Human Resources management, customer relations, and banking operations. Throughout her career, she’s excelled in various roles, from Relationship Manager to Chief Executive Officer of JKG Limited, a business consulting firm. Bolaji’s journey began at Guaranty Trust Bank, where she quickly climbed the ranks, starting as an Executive Trainee in 1992 and reaching the position of Manager by 2001. In 2003, she joined Access Bank as an Assistant General Manager, overseeing the bank’s chemical trading portfolio. Since 201 ..read more
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Focus On Women In Banking- Meet Yetunde Bolanle Oni
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
3d ago
In a notable move within the financial industry, Yetunde Bolanle Oni steps into the role of Chief Executive Officer at Standard Chartered Bank Sierra Leone, marking a significant milestone as the first female CEO in the bank’s history in Sierra Leone. Effective November 2020, Yetunde brings a wealth of experience garnered from her extensive career journey. Yetunde’s association with Standard Chartered Bank dates back to 2005 when she embarked on her professional voyage with the institution. Over the years, she has navigated various roles, including her recent position as Managing Director & ..read more
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Focus On Women In Banking – Meet Miriam Chidiebele Olusanya
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
3d ago
In the fast-paced world of finance, where the terrain can be as daunting as it is rewarding, one name shines brightly – Miriam Chidiebele Olusanya. She isn’t just a Managing Director; she’s a visionary leader, a trailblazer whose journey from humble beginnings to the pinnacles of success inspires generations. Let’s delve into the remarkable story of Miriam Chidiebele Olusanya, a name synonymous with excellence in finance. Miriam’s story begins in Nigeria, where her thirst for knowledge and determination to excel set her apart from an early age. Growing up in a small town, she displayed an insa ..read more
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NEC Has Approved $617.7million Investment In(i-DICE)Implementation
Nigeria Magazine
by iCreative
6d ago
NEC has approved $617.7million investment in (i-DICE) implementation. The National Economic Council has approved the $617.7 million i-DICE program, aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and small business owners to create millions of jobs in the technology sector. The initiative, funded by the African Development Bank, French Development Agency, and Islamic Development Bank, will train 1,269,757 youths in ICT skills. The i-DICE interventions aim to create 100,000 jobs per state, with 5,581,231 indirect jobs. The current balance of natural resources is N113,925,600,918.68 ..read more
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