ACAMB elects new executives for the 2026–2028 term, with leaders drawn from top Nigerian financial institutions
The Association of Corporate Communication and Marketing Professionals in Banks has elected a new executive council to lead the body for the 2026–2028 term.
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The election took place on Thursday during the association’s Annual General Meeting held in Lagos.
The newly elected executives comprise senior communication and marketing professionals from leading financial institutions across Nigeria.
Babajide Sipe of the Bank of Industry emerged as President of the association.
Chinwe Bode-Akinwande of FirstBank was elected First Vice President, while Morolake Philip-Ladipo of Wema Bank emerged as Second Vice President.
Other members of the new executive council include Abiodun Coker of the United Bank for Africa as Publicity Secretary and Olugbenga Owootomo of Polaris Bank as General Secretary.
Halima Ishak of Jaiz Bank was elected Financial Secretary, while Ademola Adesola of Parallex Bank will serve as Assistant General Secretary.
Unoaku Temitope Anyadike of Guaranty Trust Bank was elected Treasurer, while MacQueen Afolabi of Zenith Bank emerged as Social Secretary.
In his inaugural address, ACAMB President Babajide Sipe thanked members for the confidence reposed in him and outlined the direction of his administration.
Babajide Sipe said his leadership would focus on mentorship and career development, stronger industry relevance, active member engagement and effective representation.
He described growth as a central priority for both members and the association, pledging to protect the core values of ACAMB.
The newly elected First Vice President, Chinwe Bode-Akinwande, gave the vote of thanks and urged members to support the new leadership.
She said the responsibility of strengthening the association rests on collective effort and assured members of the executive council’s readiness to deliver.
Immediate past President Rasheed Bolarinwa highlighted key achievements of the outgoing administration, particularly in strengthening professional standards.
Rasheed Bolarinwa said the association facilitated structured engagements with regulatory bodies, enabling members to formalise professional certifications.
He also expressed optimism about the ongoing bank recapitalisation exercise, dismissing concerns about potential job losses.
Rasheed Bolarinwa said any mergers or acquisitions would strengthen the industry and benefit its workforce.
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As the new leadership assumes office, expectations remain high on its commitment to growth, unity and strong advocacy for banking communication professionals.
David Okere is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering business, governance, public affairs, and human-interest stories with a commitment to accuracy, balance, and public interest reporting.
