Oyebanji Hails Alebiosu’s Appointment as FirstBank Acting MD/CEO

Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu on his elevation as the acting Managing Director/ CEO of First Bank Nigeria Limited by the bank’s board.

Alebiosu, who was until the appointment, the Executive Director, Chief Risk Officer and Executive Compliance Officer of the Bank takes over from Dr. Adesola Adeduntan.

Oyebanji, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, congratulated Alebiosu, describing the new position as a befitting cap to his illustrious career and meritorious service to the financial institution.

The governor described the Omuo-Ekiti born banker as a thoroughbred professional who rose to the peak of his career through hard work and commitment to excellence and innovation.

Oyebanji, said he was convinced that the new Acting Managing Director possesses the track record, experience and expertise to successfully drive the bank’s development agenda.

In wishing Alebiosu a successful tenure, Oyebanji prayed that God would grant him the wisdom and speed needed to take the bank to a new level of greatness.

“I convey the best wishes of the government and good people of Ekiti State to one of our stars, Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu on his appointment as the Acting Managing Director of First Bank.

“This, no doubt, is a recognition of his capacity and competence. We wish him a successful tenure that would be characterised by irreversible progress for the bank,” the Governor added.