DIRECTORS PROFILE

Bishop Josef Bassey
Chairman

Bishop Bassey holds a degree in Mass communication and a doctorate degree in Divinity. He is a cutting edge leader, a man of integrity and excellence. He was at diverse times Newscaster/Marketing executive with Cross River Broadcasting Corporation before joining Aideas Savings and Loans Ltd. Where he rose to the position of Assistant General Manager. He left to work with Point Blank Communications as General Manager before he set up the African Network Ltd as the MD/CEO. He retired into full time ministry and is the Presiding Bishop of God’s Heritage Global Mission. He sits as director on various Boards in the Country and beyond and is the Nigerian Representative on the Board of Integrity International. His experience in the finance industry has contributed to the wealth development of the Bank.

Dr. Koffi B. Ikpeme
Director

Dr. Ikpeme is a distinguished medical practitioner. He is a fellow of the Royal college of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and a fellow of the Imperial College of Surgeons. He has been in medical practice for over 30 years and has service awards from Nigerian Medical Association and the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria. Presently, he is the Chief Medical Director and Consultant Surgeon at Ikpeme Medical Centre. In recognition of his worthy contributions in the community, he has been conferred with many chieftaincy titles. He sits on the Board of Directors of many professional organization and companies.

Mr. Peter K. Bello
Director

Mr. Bello holds a degree in Veterinary Science from the University of Nigeria Nsukka. He started his career as a Veterinary Officer in the Cross River State Ministry of Agriculture and withdrew from service in 1982 to concentrate in full scale farming when he established Ajoke Farms. Presently he is he President of PEKAB International Ltd. A Civil/electrical Engineering company involved in infrastructural development and civil construction. He has a very rich experience in the private sector and has been a pioneer director of the Bank. He is widely traveled and a one time president of Calabar Chamber of Commerce, Mines and Agriculture.

Arc. Francis Oyo-Ita
Director

Mr. Oyo-Ita is an Architect by training, he has over 20 years working experience in the banking, design and construction industries, with 6 years spend in the Banking Industry as an Officer in Mercantile Bank Ltd. Upon his resignation in 1997, he set up an architectural and project design company, Urban Signatures with which he has handled major projects within and outside the State. He is also an astute businessman/investor who has brought his wealth of experience to bear in Board matters.

Mrs Thelma Bello
Director

Mrs Bello holds a degree in Applied Microbiology and started her career as a Technical Officer in the Cross River State Department of Trade and Investment rising to the position of Principal Technical Officer before her retirement in 2000 to manage her own business, Thelpim Enterprises Ltd a renowned hotel and event management company. An entrepreneur with over 20 years experience in managing and growing her own business. She is also a past Board member, Calabar chambers of Commerce, Mine and Agriculture.

Mr. Nkereuwem Onung B.Sc., MPA, ACIB – Managing Director

Mr. Onung is a graduate of the University of Calabar and also holds a Masters Degree in Public Administration of the same University. He is a seasoned administrator and Banker. He has gained more than 20 years working experience in Banking and Finance, having worked in various departments in well structured commercial banks. He is an accomplished person with a track record of achievement and excellence. He has attended local and international workshops and seminars on Microfinance banking.