NOVA Bank onboards new executive directors

NOVA Bank Limited has announced the appointment of David Isiavwe as an executive director in charge of Operations and Information Technology and Chinwe Iloghalu as an executive director (Institutional and Commercial Banking).

The appointments are part of NOVA’s plan to strengthen its leadership team as the Bank continues its innovative journey, following its recent transition to a national commercial bank.

Isiavwe has over 30 years of banking experience in domestic and international banks. With a Ph.D. in accounting, Isiavwe is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA) and Fellow Compliance Institute of Nigeria (FCIN) in addition to other professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) amongst others.

He has attended leadership programmes in some of the major global institutions such as Harvard Business School, MIT and Oxford University. He currently serves as the President and Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Information Security Society of Africa, Nigeria (ISSAN) and holds a position on the Governing Council of the Fintech Association of Nigeria.

Iloghalu, with close to 30 years of experience in the banking industry, has made significant contributions in business and corporate banking, with expertise spanning sectors such as energy, corporate, commercial and digital banking, where she has consistently created sustainable value and returns for key stakeholders.

With an MSc in Media and Communications, along with an MBA, Chinwe is a Fellow of the Institute of Credit Administration (FICA). She has attended leadership and executive programmes in key institutions such as Said Business School Oxford, Harvard Business School, Wharton amongst others.

Chairman of NOVA Bank, Phillips Oduoza, said: “The addition of Dr. Isiavwe and Mrs. Iloghalu marks a critical point in constituting the management team that would NOVA into its next phase of growth. David’s expertise in technology will be key in enhancing our phygital model, while Chinwe’s strong business drive and relationship management coupled with the retail and product engine of the bank will be instrumental in driving the Bank’s strategic intent to become a formidable player in the banking industry.

“Their deep understanding of digital and electronic banking will significantly contribute to our trademarked phygital experience, which seamlessly combines the best of in-person service and bespoke digital solutions to serve our customers. Both leaders bring valuable experience that aligns perfectly with NOVA’s vision to be Africa’s preferred financial solutions provider.”