Access Bank Plc has appointed Ifedayo Olaniyi Orimoloye as Executive Director, Risk Management, following approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The appointment was announced by Access Holdings Plc on Friday and takes effect on September 21, 2026. Orimoloye brings over 25 years of experience in risk management across financial institutions in Africa, Europe, and the United States.
Orimoloye joins Access Bank from the African Development Bank, where he served as Group Chief Risk Officer. He was responsible for a portfolio exceeding $40 billion and contributed to the institution's risk management framework, which maintained AAA credit ratings from Moody's Investors Service, S&P Global Ratings, and Fitch Ratings. His experience covers enterprise risk management, capital optimization, credit governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic transformation.
Before joining the African Development Bank, Orimoloye held senior risk management positions at Sterling Bank Plc, Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, Wells Fargo Bank, HSBC, and Citigroup. He also played key roles in capital and securitization transactions, including initiatives aimed at expanding renewable energy access across Africa.
Orimoloye holds bachelor's degrees in Economics and Finance and an MBA in Finance from California State University, Hayward. His international experience is expected to strengthen Access Bank's risk governance as it expands its operations. Group Chairman of Access Holdings, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, welcomed Orimoloye's appointment, citing his strong global risk management experience and strategic leadership.
The appointment reinforces Access Bank's focus on governance, prudent risk management, and sustainable stakeholder value. Access Holdings said Orimoloye's expertise would enhance the bank's risk management framework and support its growth plans. The bank has been expanding its operations and investing in risk management capabilities.
Orimoloye's experience in risk management and strategic transformation is expected to contribute to Access Bank's growth and stability. His appointment is seen as a positive move by the bank to strengthen its risk governance and management framework. The bank's stakeholders are expected to benefit from his expertise and experience.
The appointment of Ifedayo Orimoloye as Executive Director, Risk Management, is a significant development for Access Bank. The bank's commitment to governance, risk management, and sustainable stakeholder value is reflected in this appointment. Orimoloye's international experience and expertise are expected to drive growth and stability for the bank.
Key points
- Access Bank appoints Ifedayo Orimoloye as Executive Director, Risk Management, effective September 21, 2026.
- Orimoloye brings over 25 years of experience in risk management across financial institutions in Africa, Europe, and the United States.
- The appointment reinforces Access Bank's focus on governance, prudent risk management, and sustainable stakeholder value.
