Jaiz Bank Appoints Omolara Ismail as New Executive Director
By Patience Ikpeme
Jaiz Bank Plc has named Omolara Muinat Ismail as its new Executive Director for Business Development. This follow-up comes after the Central Bank of Nigeria gave its official approval for her to take on the top role.
The bank explained that this move is part of its plan to grow its reach across the country. According to the bank, the appointment reflects its “strategy to strengthen its leadership capacity in driving retail and SME growth, deepen market penetration and expand its non-interest banking footprint across Nigeria.”
Mrs. Ismail is not a newcomer to the banking world, as she has over 25 years of experience in different areas of the industry. Before this new role, she served as the General Manager for Business Development and led the bank’s operations in Lagos and the South. In that position, she was in charge of making the bank grow in those regions and introducing new digital banking tools for customers.
Her past work includes senior roles at Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), where she even served as a director for the bank’s branch in The Gambia. She is well-educated, holding master’s degrees in business from both the University of Ilorin and Bangor University in the United Kingdom. She is also a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria.
Jaiz Bank believes that her new position will help more small business owners and everyday Nigerians access their services. The bank noted that her leadership will lead to “accelerated retail and SME development, stronger strategic partnerships and enhanced digital adoption.” This is expected to help the bank remain a top choice for people looking for ethical banking options.
The Board and Management of the bank congratulated Mrs. Ismail on her new job. They shared their belief that she has what it takes to bring “sustainable growth and long-term value to shareholders and other stakeholders.”
