CIBN to Host Fellowship Investiture on Bank Recapitalisation

The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) will host its 2026 Fellowship Investiture in Lagos on 31 October, concentrating on the deployment of fresh capital from the bank recapitalisation exercise to facilitate Nigeria's industrial transformation. The keynote address, titled ‘Bank Recapitalisation: Leveraging New Bank Capital for Nigeria’s Industrial Transformation’, will be presented by Dr Tayo Aduloju, Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group.

This event is timely as the banking sector adapts to the Central Bank of Nigeria's new recapitalisation requirements, which have increased minimum capital thresholds for banks. The CIBN aims to gather banking executives, policymakers, government officials, investors, and academics to discuss how stronger bank capital can enhance access to finance and stimulate economic growth.

The ceremony will also honor individuals contributing to banking and the economy, with 755 people recognized, including 18 receiving honorary fellowship awards. Special guests include Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, and Hon. Doris Uzoka-Anite, Minister of State for Budget and Economic Planning.