Tinubu Announces New Director Appointments For Bank Of Industry

Tinubu Announces New Director Appointments For Bank Of Industry

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Rotimi Akinde and Ifeoma Uz’Okpala to key executive roles at the Bank of Industry (BOI). Akinde will serve as Executive Director for Corporate Finance and Risk Management, while Uz’Okpala will take on the role of Executive Director for the Large Enterprises Directorate. These appointments are effective immediately, according to a statement from BOI spokesperson Theodora Amechi……CONTINUE READING 

Akinde brings over 20 years of experience in Investment and Corporate Banking, with a strong track record in capital raising, including Debt, Equities, and Hybrids. His expertise extends to Corporate Finance, including Mergers & Acquisitions, Privatization Advisory, and Project Finance. Prior to joining BOI, Akinde was an Associate Partner in Project and Corporate Finance at Infrastructure Delivery International (IDI), where he worked on the UKNIAF programme and advanced green finance initiatives. His previous roles include Corporate Finance Advisor at the Nigeria Infrastructure Advisory Facility (NIAF), Group Head and Assistant General Manager at UBA Plc, and Vice President of Corporate Finance and Advisory at UBA Global Markets. Akinde started his career as an Assistant Manager at Leadbank Plc.

Uz’Okpala, who has been with BOI since September 2014, was previously the Group Head of Large Enterprises Credit and Chief Risk Officer. In her role as Chief Risk Officer, she managed risks associated with the bank’s operations and provided guidance on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risks. She played a crucial role in ESG guidance during transactions and developed a strategic framework for impact investments. With over 30 years of experience in Credit and Risk Management, Uz’Okpala’s career includes significant roles at the International Merchant Bank, MBC International, First Bank, Stanbic Bank, and UBA. Her expertise covers Internal Audit, Corporate Finance, Credit Evaluation and Origination, Foreign Operations, and Risk Management.