CIBN, ACAMB renew banking sector partnership

The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has pledged full institutional support to the Association of Corporate and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB) following a high-level strategic meeting in Lagos that introduced the association’s new leadership and outlined ambitious industry plans.

The meeting, held at the CIBN Building on Tuesday, formally presented the newly inaugurated ACAMB Executive Committee to CIBN leadership and signalled the start of a renewed partnership between both organisations.

Leading the ACAMB delegation, President Jide Sipe described the visit as a critical first step in his tenure, emphasising the importance of engaging core stakeholders early to align on the association’s direction and goals.

Sipe said the new leadership prioritised strengthening relationships with key partners to drive ACAMB’s vision and position the body for greater impact within Nigeria’s banking sector. He introduced members of the new executive, including the 2nd Vice President, Morolake Phillip-Ladipo; General Secretary, Olugbenga Owootomo; Assistant General Secretary, Ademola Adeshola; Publicity Secretary, Abiodun Coker; and Executive Secretary, Fadekemi Ajakaiye.

He also unveiled an ambitious roadmap focused on youth engagement, professional development and stronger advocacy for industry professionals.

Responding, CIBN President Pius Deji Olanrewaju commended ACAMB’s forward-looking agenda, noting that the association’s priorities align with key sector needs such as reputation management, sustainable corporate practices and governance reforms.

Olanrewaju praised ACAMB’s longstanding collaboration with CIBN, particularly in information management and crisis communication, which he said has helped raise professional standards and strengthen brand equity across the banking industry.

He further pledged CIBN’s support for ACAMB’s 30th anniversary celebrations scheduled for September 2026, as well as its Annual General Meeting, fundraising efforts, capability development initiatives and undergraduate mentorship programmes.

Reaffirming the institute’s commitment, Olanrewaju said the proposals presented by ACAMB would be implemented through closer cooperation, continuous training and adaptation to evolving industry programmes.

The meeting ended with both organisations expressing appreciation and reaffirming their commitment to deeper collaboration aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s banking sector, protecting its reputation and improving public confidence.