Access Holdings Plc announced on Monday the appointment of Ms. Bolaji Agbede as the Acting Group Chief Executive Officer, succeeding the late Dr. Herbert Wigwe, who tragically passed away in a helicopter crash along with his wife, son, and former chairman of the Nigeria Exchange Group, Abimbola Ogunbanjo, on Friday.
The company’s Board of Directors, in a statement dated February 12, 2024, revealed that the appointment of Ms. Agbede is subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The statement further reiterated the board’s decision following its announcement the previous day.
Ms. Agbede brings to the role nearly three decades of professional experience spanning banking and business consulting services. Her journey at Access Bank began in 2003 as an assistant general. Over the years, she held various positions within the bank, notably serving as Head of Group Human Resources from 2010 to 2022. In 2022, she assumed the role of the company’s founding Executive Director, Business Support, a position she held until her recent appointment.
Educationally, Ms. Agbede holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Lagos, as well as a Master of Business Administration Degree from Cranfield University, UK, obtained in 2002. She is a member of both the Chartered Institute of Management UK and the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria.
The appointment of Ms. Bolaji Agbede signifies a significant step forward for Access Holdings Plc as it navigates the aftermath of the tragic loss of its former CEO. With her wealth of experience and leadership capabilities, Ms. Agbede is poised to steer the company through this challenging period and uphold its commitment to excellence and service.
