- Vetiva Announces Additions to the Company’s Board of Directors
- Vetiva Strengthens Strategic Leadership Team with Key Board Appointments
Vetiva Capital Management Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of the following to the Board of Directors of the Company: Mrs. Oyelade Eigbe (Executive Director, Client Services), Mr. Olayode Delano, SAN (Non-Executive Director), and Ms. Halima Kyari (Non – Executive Director).
Speaking on the appointments, the Chairman, Board of Directors, Vetiva Capital Management Limited, Prof Fidelis Oditah, KC SAN said, “I am delighted to announce the addition of Mrs. Eigbe, Mr. Delano, SAN and Ms. Kyari to our Board of Directors. The commitment to excellence and the dedication to the values that define Vetiva that have been showcased by our new Directors make them invaluable additions to the company. As we navigate the dynamic landscape of the financial services sector, the collective knowledge and insights of our newly appointed board members will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction of our institution”.
Also speaking on the appointments, the Group Managing Director and chief Executive Officer of Vetiva Capital Management Limited, Mr. Chuka Eseka commented, “I am very thrilled to have Oyelade, Yode, and Halima join us at Board level. They bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and fresh perspectives that align seamlessly with our vision for the future. Their diverse backgrounds and proven track records will undoubtedly enhance our strategic decision-making process and contribute significantly to our continued success”.
PROFILE OF THE NEW DIRECTORS
Mrs. Oyelade Eigbe has served in various capacities within Vetiva over the last 15 years and has garnered unique experience in Asset and wealth Management, Investment Advisory, and Financial Planning. She graduated from Babcock University, Nigeria in 2003 with a B.sc in Accounting and obtained a Master’s Degree in Financial Decision Management (Distinction) from the University of Luton, United Kingdom, in 2005. She is also a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK.
Mr. Yode Delano is a Partner at Akindelano Legal Practitioners (ALP) with strategic oversight of the corporate and commercial transactions practice. He studied Law at University College, London, graduating in 1989 at the top of his class. He was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1990 following which Yode proceeded to practice Commercial law with Strachan Partners and George Etomi and Co. before joining ALP as a Partner. He is a member of the Capital Market Solicitors Association of Nigeria and the Institute of Directors, Nigeria. Yode has a Masters Degree in Business Administration specializing in Finance.
Ms. Halima Kyari has over 20 years of invaluable experience in the Banking Sector especially in private banking, treasury and relationship management. She holds a BSc in Business Administration from the University of Southern Indiana, USA, and an MBA from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. Halima has held various management positions across top tier 1 banks in Nigeria – Access Bank, Union Bank, First Bank of Nigeria amongst others. She is also an Honorary senior member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers and the Money Market Association of Nigeria.
ABOUT VETIVA
Vetiva Capital Management Limited (“VCML” or “Vetiva”) is a Pan-African Financial Services Company incorporated in Nigeria; duly regulated and registered by the Securities & Exchange Commission. Our wholly owned subsidiaries Vetiva Securities Limited; Vetiva Advisory Services Limited, Vetiva Fund Managers Limited, Vetiva Trustees Limited, and Griffin Finance Limited act as Broker/Dealers, Advisory Services, Fund/Portfolio Managers, Corporate Trustees, and Finance House respectively.