Day: May 2, 2024

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Taiwo Olatunji

Group head investment banking
 

B.Eng, M. Fin
 

Taiwo Olatunji is an investment banking professional with over 16 years of experience in business and financial advisory services. He has been instrumental to several successful financial transactions including the first and second triple tranche Eurobond offerings of US$2.87 Billion and US$4.00 Billion by the Federal Government of Nigeria, the bond issuance of N187.60 billion by Dangote Industries Limited and the N127.00 billion Series 1 & 2 commercial paper issuance by MTN Nigeria Communications Plc.

He also advised Access Holdings Plc on the acquisition of a majority equity stake in First Guarantee Pension Limited, the acquisition of an indirect equity stake in Sigma Pensions Limited, and the subsequent formation of Access Pensions Limited through the merger of both entities. He began his Investment Banking career with FSDH Merchant Bank Limited in 2015 as Head of Capital Markets and moved to FSDH Capital Limited as Head of Investment Banking in 2019. Prior to his time at FSDH, Taiwo was a consultant and Manager in the Financial Services Unit at Accenture Nigeria.

Taiwo holds a master’s in finance from the London Business School and a B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Ilorin. He is also a CFA Charter holder and has passed the certified PPP Professional (CP3P) preparation exam.

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Ifeyinwa Uwefoh

Group Head, Private Banking and Wealth Management 
 

Ifeyinwa Uwefoh brings over 24 years of experience in financial services to Coronation Merchant Bank, boasting a successful track record in private banking, retail banking, and international trade operations. Her extensive expertise makes her perfectly suited to leading and growing the bank’s private banking business. 

Ms. Uwefoh’s leadership is exemplified by her ability to manage a niche segment of high-net-worth clients, ensuring they receive exceptional service and tailored financial solutions. Throughout her career, she has consistently achieved impressive results, leading teams across various locations and exceeding expectations in customer acquisition, relationship management, and revenue generation. This client-centric approach, coupled with her seasoned leadership, astute business acumen, and financial expertise, positions her for continued success. 

Ifeyinwa Uwefoh’s diverse experience and proven leadership will be instrumental in the continued growth and success of the bank’s private banking business. Her unwavering commitment to client satisfaction and her ability to navigate complex financial landscapes solidify her position as a key asset to the bank. 

 

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Oludotun Akinde

Group Head, Affluent Banking
 
B.sc Metallurgical & Material Engineering
 

Oludotun leverages over 16 years of financial expertise to lead Coronation Merchant Bank’s Affluent Banking team. As Group Head, He seamlessly blends strategic planning with relationship building to deliver exceptional value to affluent clients. 

Oludotun fosters strong relationships with senior management and decision-makers of key clients, transforming transactional interactions into long-term, value-added partnerships. As a trusted advisor, he proactively anticipates client needs and offers strategic counsel, seamlessly integrating product and industry expertise to deliver optimal solutions. 

With his overall Banking experience in Product development, e-commerce and understanding client risk profiles, Oludotun excels at maximizing the “risk-reward” balance through customized product mixes. He cultivates strong collaborations with Corporate and Investment Banking teams, to craft customized solutions for Affluent clients ensuring a holistic customer experience thereby driving growth within the Affluent Banking segment.

Oludotun is also a skilled leader, guiding team members on best practices to deliver exceptional service to Affluent clients. Additionally, he champions a data-driven approach, leading the creation of customer-centric metrics and integrating quantitative and qualitative data to gain valuable consumer insights.