The Nigerian Economic Summit Group, NESG has announced the appointment of Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu, to its board of directors. This appointments reflect the NESG’s steadfast dedication to promoting visionary leadership and strengthening partnerships with key business leaders and private sector stakeholders.
Others appointed are Mr. Wole Adeniyi, the Chief Executive Officer of Stanbic IBTC Bank Ltd and Mr. Mohamad Darwish, IHS Nigeria’s Chief Executive Officer. The addition of these accomplished professionals is expected to drive strategic initiatives aimed at transforming and advancing Nigeria’s economic landscape.
Olusegun Alebiosu was appointed the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank of Nigeria Limited in June 2024. In addition to this role, he serves as a Non-Executive Director of FirstBank UK, further solidifying his leadership presence across the group’s international operations. With over 28 years of experience in the Banking and Financial Services industry, Olusegun has demonstrated exceptional expertise and leadership in various roles.
Between 2016 and 2024, he served as Executive Director, Chief Risk Officer, and Executive Compliance Officer at FirstBank. His professional experience spans various disciplines, including credit risk management, financial planning and control, trade, corporate and commercial banking, agriculture financing, oil and gas, transportation (aviation and shipping), and project financing.
An accomplished academic, Olusegun is an alumnus of Harvard Business School, where he completed the Advanced Management Programme and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. He holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial relations and Personnel Management and a master’s in international law and diplomacy from the University of Lagos.
Additionally, he earned a master’s degree in development studies from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Beyond the boardroom, Olusegun is an avid golfer and adventurer. He is happily married and a proud father, balancing his professional achievements with a fulfilling personal life.
