CIBN ACAMB collaboration strengthens Nigeria’s banking sector with youth engagement, mentorship, and strategic reforms

The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has pledged full support to the Association of Corporate and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB) during a high-level strategic meeting at the CIBN Building, Lagos.

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The meeting formally introduced ACAMB’s newly inaugurated Executive Committee to the CIBN leadership, marking a renewed collaborative alliance between the two organisations.

Leading the ACAMB delegation, President Jide Sipe described the visit as a pivotal first step in his tenure, aimed at advancing the association’s vision and strengthening its impact across Nigeria’s banking sector.

He introduced the new executive team, which includes 2nd Vice President Morolake Phillip-Ladipo, General Secretary Olugbenga Owootomo, Assistant General Secretary Ademola Adeshola, Publicity Secretary Abiodun Coker, and Executive Secretary Fadekemi Ajakaiye.

During the session, Sipe unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for ACAMB, emphasising youth engagement, professional development, and industry advocacy.

He stressed the importance of cultivating key stakeholder relationships to ensure the association’s initiatives deliver tangible results.

Responding, CIBN President Professor Pius Deji Olanrewaju commended ACAMB’s forward-thinking approach and highlighted the benefits of the partnership, noting its contribution to reputational management and sustainable practices across Nigeria’s banking sector.

Professor Olanrewaju pledged CIBN’s backing for ACAMB’s 30th anniversary celebrations in September 2026, upcoming Annual General Meeting, and ongoing mentorship programmes for undergraduates.

He further emphasised the need for continuous training and adaptation to emerging industry standards, reaffirming CIBN’s commitment to translating collaborative discussions into measurable progress.

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The meeting concluded with both organisations expressing gratitude and a firm commitment to deepening cooperation to advance professionalism, governance, and growth within the banking sector.