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Nnanna Replaces Alade as FMDQ OTC Chairman

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By Modupe Gbadeyanka

Dr Joseph Nnanna has been announced as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of FMDQ OTC Securities Exchange. This followed the retirement of Mrs Sarah Alade from the position on Friday, April 28, 2017.

Dr Nnanna is the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), overseeing the Economic Policy Directorate, which covers the apex bank’s Financial Markets’ franchise.

He joins the Board of FMDQ with a wealth of experience having previously served as the Alternate Executive Director, representing Nigeria and 21 other Sub-Sahara African countries on the Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), amongst numerous other relevant financial markets’ appointments. He is currently the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Africa Finance Corporation (AFC).

Mrs Alade, who retired from FMDQ, was appointed to the board in July 2014, following the retirement of its inaugural Chairman, Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede.

Representing the CBN on the board of FMDQ, Mrs Alade was the Deputy Governor, Economic Policy Directorate of the apex bank, until her retirement in March 2017.

She had been pivotal to the transformation of the Nigerian financial markets over the years and led the OTC Securities Exchange astutely for almost three years and was instrumental to the successes achieved by FMDQ during the period.

Commenting on her decision to quit the board, Mrs Alade said, “Having had the privilege of leading the FMDQ Board since 2014, barely eight months after the launch of the OTC Exchange onto the Nigerian financial markets, the time has come for me to say goodbye.

“Over the years, I have had the pleasure of working with a team of highly passionate and result-driven professionals, from FMDQ staff members to the management team and my fellow board members.

“I would formally like to extend my personal appreciation for their individual and collective efforts displayed throughout my tenure. I would also like to particularly thank the retiring Directors for their invaluable contributions to the achievement of the FMDQ dream and heartily welcome the new Directors to the FMDQ Board.”

Expressing appreciation to Mrs Alade, Managing Director/CEO of FMDQ, Mr Bola Onadele Koko, stated that, “On behalf of the directors and management, I will like to seize this opportunity to express our deepest appreciation to (you) for the exemplary leadership and superior counsel provided in directing the affairs of the FMDQ. I wish her many more healthy years ahead.”

It was also gathered that the board announced the shareholders’ ratification of the appointment of Mr Kennedy Uzoka, Group Managing Director/CEO of United Bank of Africa Plc; and Mr Dapo Akisanya, Managing Director/CEO, AXA Mansard Pensions Limited, whose appointments to the FMDQ board as directors took effect on August 1, 2016 and January 1, 2017 respectively.

This is in addition to the retirement of Mr Yinka Sanni (Director and Chair, Board Governance and Human Resources Committee) from FMDQ.

Mr Sanni is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc and represented the Financial Markets Sub-Committee of the Bankers’ Committee on the board of FMDQ, in his capacity as erstwhile CEO of Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc.

Modupe Gbadeyanka is a fast-rising journalist with Business Post Nigeria. Her passion for journalism is amazing. She is willing to learn more with a view to becoming one of the best pen-pushers in Nigeria. Her role models are the duo of CNN's Richard Quest and Christiane Amanpour.

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Tinubu Appoints Ogunjumi Acting Accountant General as Madein Retires

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By Adedapo Adesanya

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).

This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by presidential spokesman, Mr Bayo Onanuga.

“His appointment is effective immediately following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Mrs Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein,” a part of the statement read.

“In announcing Madein’s successor, President Tinubu ensures a seamless transition in the administration of Nigeria’s treasury and consolidates the implementation of the present administration’s treasury policy reforms,” the statement added.

Mr Onanuga said Mr Ogunjimi brings over 30 years of extensive experience in financial management across the public and private sectors.

He described the appointee as a career civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF),

“He has held significant positions, including Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

“A chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist, Mr Ogunjimi’s academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting,” the statement added.

According to Mr Onanuga, President Tinubu expressed his confidence in his appointment, saying, “The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation is pivotal to our nation’s treasury management operations. Mr Ogunjimi’s wealth of experience and notable competence will ensure the continued effectiveness of this vital institution as we advance our economic reform agenda.”

President Tinubu also commended the outgoing Accountant General of the Federation, Mrs Madein, for her dedication and selfless service to the nation.

After reaching the civil service’s statutory retirement age, Mrs Madein is retiring effective March 7, 2025.

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CBN Denies Forceful Mass Retirement Amid Restructuring

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By Adedapo Adesanya

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed claims of forced mass retirement as part of efforts by Governor Yemi Cardoso to restructure the workforce of the organisation.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Mrs Hakama Sidi Ali, clarified that its Early Exit Package (EEP) is entirely voluntary and without any negative repercussions for eligible staff.

According to the statement, the decision to implement the exercise was the outcome of extensive consultations with the bank’s Joint Consultative Council (JCC), a body representing staff interests.

Mrs Sidi Ali explained that the EEP, a longstanding policy previously accorded to the executive cadre, has now been made available to eligible staff at all levels.

“For some time, staff representatives through the JCC had called on management to approve the early exit package for all cadres. Following these discussions, management decided to meet this popular demand,” she said in the statement.

Addressing concerns about potential repercussions for staff who decline the package, Mrs Sidi Ali reaffirmed management’s commitment to supporting employees’ professional growth and well-being, describing the concerns as unfounded.

She further emphasized that the initiative is an internal corporate matter designed to promote career development for staff.

According to wide spread reports, there have been plans to retire approximately 1,000 employees by the end of the year with a payoff estimated to cost over N50 billion.

The mass retirement, which was announced in a circular issued three weeks ago, mandates affected employees to apply for the Early Exit Package (EEP).

The statement allegedly warned employees with less than one year of service or unconfirmed appointments to refrain from applying for the program, noting that the application would remain open until December 7, with an effective exit date of December 31, 2024.

It was reported that the entire EEP was valued at N50 billion.

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CBN Okays Appointment of Benson Ogundeji as Greenwich Merchant Bank CEO

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By Modupe Gbadeyanka

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the appointment of Mr Benson Ogundeji as the chief executive of Greenwich Merchant Bank Limited.

The board of the financial institution for businesses had picked Mr Ogundeji as its substantive CEO but awaited the authorisation of the banking sector regulator.

He brings over three decades of extensive banking experience to this role as a seasoned financial services professional, who previously served as Executive Director at Greenwich Merchant Bank from July 2020, where he played a pivotal role in the bank’s successful transition from the legacy Greenwich Trust Limited to a merchant bank.

In this capacity, he provided oversight for Corporate Banking, Treasury and Global Markets.

Throughout his career, Mr Ogundeji has demonstrated exceptional expertise in business development and operational excellence.

Before joining the firm, he held various senior leadership roles at prominent financial institutions, including Ecobank Nigeria, GTBank, and other notable banks, where he consistently displayed exceptional leadership skills.

His appointment comes at a crucial time as Greenwich Merchant Bank commences the next phase of its growth plans. Having related closely with the new CEO, as an Executive Director and acting CEO in the last four years, the board has expressed confidence about his ability to lead the bank in delivering our strategic goals.

“The board is pleased to announce the appointment of Benson Ogundeji as our Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer,” the chairman of Greenwich Merchant Bank, Mr Kayode Falowo, stated.

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