Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), the parent company of the Ecobank Group, has officially welcomed Jeremy Awori as its new chief executive officer following the retirement of the former Group Chief Executive Officer, Ade Ayeyemi.
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to take Ecobank to the next level of its growth strategy. Despite current global challenges, Africa offers promising prospects. Ecobank is uniquely positioned to provide systematic change across the banking sector at a pan-African level, using the geographic footprint it has already established.” Jeremy said commenting on his new role.
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“Jeremy Awori’s exceptional and proven qualities as a result-oriented effective leader with an extensive knowledge of the African banking landscape, make him the ideal choice to steer the growth of the Ecobank Group through the current era of rapid global and continental changes.” Alain Nkontchou, Ecobank Group Chairman, added
The Group Chairman further noted that Jeremy has the full support of the ETI Board.
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Jeremy Awori is joining Ecobank Group following a twenty-five-year-long career in the banking industry, with almost a decade leading Absa Bank Kenya Plc as the CEO & Managing Director.
Before joining Absa, Jeremy held multiple leadership roles at Standard Chartered Bank across the Middle East and Africa. He brings a wealth of experience, skills, and industry know-how to the Ecobank Group.
