The Fidelity Bank Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN has inaugurated Mr. Audifax Onuoha as its new Chairman, ushering in a new era focused on capacity building, technical excellence, and strategic alignment with the evolving financial landscape.
The formal investiture ceremony, held at Fidelity Bank’s Head Office in Lagos, also featured the swearing-in of the Chapter’s newly constituted Executive Committee for the 2025–2027 term.
Mr. Onuoha, who currently serves as Group Head of Compliance Risk Management at Fidelity Bank Plc, succeeds Mr. Victor Abejegah, the bank’s Chief Financial Officer.
In his acceptance speech, Onuoha pledged to enhance continuous learning and professional development among both ICAN members and non-members across the bank.
“Our administration will focus on continuous learning and skill development to equip our members with the cutting-edge knowledge needed to thrive in today’s fast-evolving financial services landscape,” he said.
A seasoned Chartered Accountant, data science expert, and anti-money laundering specialist, Onuoha also committed to expanding the Chapter’s membership and strengthening ties with ICAN nationally.
“We will deepen the synergy between Fidelity Bank and ICAN as a foundation for a resilient financial ecosystem. We also aim to grow the Chapter’s membership by attracting more Chartered Accountants, thereby enriching the intellectual capital of the bank,” he added.
Delivering the opening address, Mr. Jude Monye, Regional Bank Head (Ikeja) at Fidelity Bank Plc and Chairman of the Occasion, encouraged the new executive to prioritise capacity building.
“Capacity building is no longer optional—it is imperative. Let your tenure be marked by programmes that empower members to lead with insight, resilience, and relevance,” Monye advised.
He credited the Chapter’s success to Fidelity Bank’s corporate support, particularly from Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, noting that the bank’s strong belief in professional excellence has transformed the Chapter into a dynamic hub for skill development.
Reflecting on his tenure, outgoing Chairman Mr. Victor Abejegah highlighted achievements in entrepreneurship training—covering fish farming, snail farming, poultry, and export processing as well as initiatives that improved member welfare and facilitated insurance claims for bereaved families.
A highlight of the event was the conferment of the Chapter’s Patron Award on Mr. Stanley Amuchie, Executive Director/Chief Operations and Information Officer at Fidelity Bank, in honour of his over 25 years of exemplary service in the banking sector. In his response, Amuchie described the recognition as:
“A call to serve as a mentor, advocate, and bridge-builder within the ICAN community and the broader Fidelity Bank family.”
The investiture ceremony concluded with the swearing-in of the new executive committee by Mallam Haruna Yahaya, the 61st President of ICAN, marking the beginning of what many anticipate will be a transformational period for the Chapter.