Access Bank appoints Ifeyinwa Osime as board chairman
Access Bank Plc has named Mrs. Ifeyinwa Osime as Chairman of its Board of Directors, succeeding Mr. Paul Usoro, SAN, who retired on January 29, 2026, after completing his regulatory term.
The appointment was announced by Access Holdings Plc in a corporate filing dated February 2, 2026.
As a major subsidiary of Access Holdings, Access Bank is continuing to realign its leadership in line with regulatory requirements and strategic objectives.
The Group Chairman of Access Holdings, lauded Mrs. Osime’s experience and integrity, expressing confidence in the Bank’s strategic direction under her leadership.
“Mrs. Osime is a principled and experienced leader with a deep understanding of the Bank’s strategy and values.”
He declared, "She has shown a strong commitment to the Bank's vision and mission, and I am confident that, under her leadership, the Bank will continue to advance its strategic objectives of delivering sustainable value to shareholders and other stakeholders in the pursuit of its vision to become the World's Most Respected African Bank."
Additionally, he praised Mr. Usoro for his "outstanding contributions to the Group, exemplary leadership, and dedication."
He said, “He shall remain a valued member of the Access family.”
Access Holdings has gone through several leadership changes since the appointment of a new Group CEO in 2025.
On August 29, 2025, Mr. Innocent Ike became GMD/CEO after receiving regulatory approval.
In accordance with current corporate governance regulations, he was appointed following Roosevelt Ogbonna's resignation from the board.
After former Group CEO Herbert Wigwe passed away in 2024, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede took over as Group Chairman.
He declared, "She has shown a strong commitment to the Bank's vision and mission, and I am confident that, under her leadership, the Bank will continue to advance its strategic objectives of delivering sustainable value to shareholders and other stakeholders in the pursuit of its vision to become the World's Most Respected African Bank."
Additionally, he praised Mr. Usoro for his "outstanding contributions to the Group, exemplary leadership, and dedication."
He said, “He shall remain a valued member of the Access family.”
Access Holdings has gone through several leadership changes since the appointment of a new Group CEO in 2025.
On August 29, 2025, Mr. Innocent Ike became GMD/CEO after receiving regulatory approval.
In accordance with current corporate governance regulations, he was appointed following Roosevelt Ogbonna's resignation from the board.
After former Group CEO Herbert Wigwe passed away in 2024, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede took over as Group Chairman.
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