Enwereji replaces Ireti Samuel-Ogbu as Citibank MD/CEO

From Dotun Omisakin, Lagos

Nneka Enwereji has succeeded Ireti Samuel-Ogbu as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Citibank Nigeria Limited.

In a statement on Thursday, the bank said the appointment took effect on August 19, following approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

Dr Shamsuddeen Usman, Chairman of Citibank Nigeria Limited, while describing the new MD as industrious, added that she possess leadership skills.

He said: “I am very happy about Nneka’s appointment.

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“Her deep industry knowledge, strong leadership skills, and a clear vision for the future will ensure the bank continues to help Citi’s clients navigate an increasingly dynamic environment.

“It has been a pleasure working with her as an Executive Director and I look forward to working with her as the MD/CEO of Citibank Nigeria Limited.”

Akin Dawodu, Sub-Saharan Africa Sub-Cluster, Head for Citi, expressed optimism about Enwereji’s contribution to the growth of the organisation.

He said: “Nneka is a strong leader with a proven track record of growing businesses, deepening client relationships, and building strong partnerships. I am confident that she will continue to deliver value for our clients and other stakeholders.”

Reacting to her appointment, Enwereji promised to contribute her quota to the organisation.

“I am excited about this new chapter at the helm of Citibank Nigeria Limited, working with our dedicated team to deliver the full value of Citi’s network to clients and stakeholders,” she said.

Before her appointment, Enwereji was Citi’s Head of Global Network Banking across the SSA sub-cluster, and she led the team in achieving record business growth amidst considerable market complexities.

Her previous roles include the GNB Co-Head for the Middle East and Africa, Africa Trade Services Head and Financial Institutions SSA Trade Head.

Enwereji brings a wealth of experience and her 31-year banking career spans Markets, Corporate & Investment Banking, Transaction Services, Risk Management and Operations.

She has been an Executive Director on the Citi Nigeria board and has also served on different boards in a non-executive capacity.

Nneka holds a degree in Computer Science and Economics with first-class honours from the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) and an MBA from the Warwick Business School, UK.

She has also attended executive programs at Yale School of Management and the University of California, Berkeley.