FCMB Group Plc., has announced the appointment of Adepeju Adebajo as an independent non-executive director, in a move aimed at strengthening the Group’s leadership structure and advancing its long-term growth strategy.
The appointment, which has received approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria, comes at a critical period for the financial services group as it deepens its market presence and expands operations across Nigeria’s evolving financial ecosystem.
According to a statement by the Group, Adebajo brings more than three decades of cross-sector leadership experience spanning finance, agriculture, renewable energy, and consulting. Her appointment is expected to reinforce FCMB Group’s drive towards operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.
The Board noted that her expertise in business transformation, corporate strategy, and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) implementation aligns with the institution’s long-term vision of building a resilient and future-ready financial services group.
Adebajo has held top executive positions in several leading organisations, including leadership roles at Lafarge Africa, Lumos Nigeria, and Mouka Limited.
She also previously served as Commissioner for Agriculture in Ogun State, where she championed initiatives aimed at improving agricultural productivity and investment.
Her academic credentials include executive education from Harvard Business School and Imperial College London, underscoring her extensive corporate and governance experience.
The latest appointment further signals FCMB Group’s ongoing efforts to reposition itself for the next phase of growth, following recent moves by Nigerian banks to strengthen capital structures and corporate governance frameworks amid regulatory reforms in the banking sector.
