Jaiz Bank Plc, Nigeria’s pioneer non-interest bank, has announced the appointments of Mr Ahmed Mohammed Indimi as a Non-Executive Director and Mrs Nike Kolawole as an Independent Non-Executive Director on its Board.
The appointments, according to a statement from the Bank in Abuja, are aimed at strengthening its leadership with seasoned professionals who have a track record of ethical conduct and strategic engagement.
Mr Ahmed Indimi is a respected entrepreneur and business executive in Nigeria’s energy sector. He currently serves as Director and Head of Crude Marketing at Oriental Energy Resources, where he oversees commercial operations, negotiates pricing frameworks, and leads client relationship management.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (Internet Security) and an MBA from the American InterContinental University, Atlanta, following foundational studies at Global International College, Lagos.
Jaiz Bank noted that Mr Indimi brings to its Board a unique perspective from his hands-on experience in one of Nigeria’s most strategic sectors, enhancing the Bank’s vision for ethical banking and national development.
Also appointed to the Board is Mrs Nike Kolawole, whose nomination was approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Her appointment, the Bank said, underscores its commitment to sound corporate governance and growth in ethical finance.
Mrs Kolawole has held key roles at top international financial institutions including Merrill Lynch, Citibank, Goldman Sachs, and Credit Suisse, where she served as Vice President, managing asset portfolios, credit risk, and Eurobond issuances.
In 2007, she joined the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), rising to the position of Group General Manager, LNG Investment Management Services. During her tenure, she led major project financing initiatives and played a pivotal role in repositioning Nigeria in the global LNG market, notably with the 2012 RDP Funding deal.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Suffolk University, Boston, and an MBA from Durham University Business School, UK. She is also a registered member of the UK’s Securities and Futures Authority (now FCA).
The Bank said her appointment brings a strong mix of investment banking experience, infrastructure finance expertise, and capital mobilisation at global level.
Commenting on the appointments, Chairman of the Board, Mohammed Mustapha Bintube, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Ahmed Indimi to the Board of Jaiz Bank. His commercial acumen, sectoral knowledge, and long-term view on investment and governance will be a great asset as we continue our mission to lead in non-interest banking and value-based financial services in Nigeria.”
On Mrs Kolawole’s appointment, he added:
“We are honoured to welcome Nike Kolawole to the Board of Jaiz Bank. Her exceptional expertise, integrity, and strategic insight will be invaluable as we continue to drive our mission of providing ethical, inclusive, and value-based banking in Nigeria and beyond.”
The Bank noted that both appointments align with regulatory guidelines and reflect its commitment to attracting top-tier talent to support innovation, financial inclusion, and corporate excellence.
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