Access Holdings Plc has made a significant announcement regarding the appointment of Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede as its Non-Executive Chairman. Aig-Imoukhuede, one of the co-founders of Access Bank, returns to the company in this capacity, replacing Abubakar Jimoh, who transitions to the role of an Independent Non-Executive Director while retaining his position on the Board. The announcement, delivered by Company Secretary Sunday Ekwochi, underscores Aig-Imoukhuede’s wealth of experience and leadership qualities, positioning him to guide Access Holdings Plc into a new era of success.
Following the unfortunate passing of Dr. Herbert Wigwe, the immediate past Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, the Board unanimously decided to invite Aig-Imoukhuede to assume the role of Non-Executive Chairman. Aig-Imoukhuede’s exceptional leadership during his tenure as Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank from 2002 to 2013, alongside Dr. Wigwe, played a pivotal role in the bank’s remarkable growth and transformation into a top-tier financial institution in Nigeria and beyond.
Under Aig-Imoukhuede’s stewardship, Access Bank experienced exponential growth, expanding its customer base, employee strength, and asset base significantly. His strategic vision and innovative thinking were instrumental in shaping Access Bank’s success story, making it a globally recognized name in the banking sector. Since his retirement from the position of CEO in 2013, Aig-Imoukhuede has continued to make notable contributions to the finance sector through various ventures, including the Tengen Family Office Limited and the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation.
The decision to bring back Aig-Imoukhuede as the Group’s Non-Executive Chairman reflects the Board’s commitment to upholding its core values and building upon the strong foundation established by him and Dr. Wigwe. With his return, Access Holdings aims to leverage his extensive experience and leadership skills to further consolidate on the achievements recorded under Dr. Wigwe’s leadership. In his new role, Aig-Imoukhuede will collaborate with the Board to oversee strategy and provide guidance to the executive management team, signaling a renewed commitment to driving the Group’s growth and success.
Expressing his excitement about Aig-Imoukhuede’s appointment, former Chairman Abubakar Jimoh highlighted its significance for Access Holdings. Aig-Imoukhuede, in turn, expressed his enthusiasm about returning to serve the Access Group ecosystem, emphasizing his confidence in delivering outstanding value to stakeholders. His determination to realize the shared vision of Access Holdings, established with Dr. Wigwe, reflects his unwavering commitment to the company’s continued growth and prosperity.
