Indimi, Kolawole Now Directors on Jaiz Bank Board

Jaiz Bank Plc. Nigeria’s pioneer Non-Interest Bank has announced the appointments of Ahmed Mohammed Indimi as a Non-Executive Director, and Nike Kolawole as an Independent Non-Executive Director on its Board.

In a statement issued in Abuja, the bank said the appointments were made to enhancing its leadership with professionals; experienced individuals with track record of ethical and strategic engagement.

Ahmed Indimi, a respected entrepreneur and business executive in Nigeria’s energy sector, currently serves as the Director and Head of Crude Marketing at Oriental Energy Resources, where he leads commercial operations; oversees crude sales strategy; negotiates pricing frameworks; and fosters client relationships. His leadership in the sector reflects a strong blend of technical understanding, commercial insight, and stakeholder engagement.

Meanwhile, the Bank has also announced the appointment of Nike Kolawole, as Independent Non-Executive Director on its Board.

Kolawole’s appointment, duly approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reflects the Bank’s continued commitment to strengthening its governance, enhancing expertise in ethical finance, and accelerating its growth trajectory.

Her experience includes successful tenures at leading international institutions such as Merrill Lynch, Citibank, Goldman Sachs, and Credit Suisse, where she served as Vice President, overseeing asset management, credit risk, and Eurobond issuances across global markets.

In 2007, she joined the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), where she rose through key finance roles to become Group General Manager, LNG Investment Management Services. Over her tenure, she led critical project financing efforts and helped reposition Nigeria in the global LNG market, including landmark transactions such as the award-winning 2012 RDP Funding deal.

Speaking on the appointments, the Chairman of the Board, Mohammed Mustapha Bintube, stated that, “We are delighted to welcome Ahmed Indimi to the Board of Jaiz Bank. His commercial acumen, sectoral knowledge, and long-term view on investment and governance will be a great asset as we continue our mission to lead in non-interest banking and value-based financial services in Nigeria.”

He said: “We are honoured to welcome Nike Kolawole to the Board of Jaiz Bank. Her exceptional expertise, integrity, and strategic insight will be invaluable as we continue to drive our mission of providing ethical, inclusive, and value-based banking in Nigeria and beyond.”