The Board of Directors of Bloom Bank Africa Sierra Leone Limited has announced the appointment of Oluwole Shodiyan as the bank’s new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 12, 2025. He takes over the leadership from Ndubuisi Ejiofor.
Oluwole Shodiyan joins the institution with over 20 years of experience in the banking industry; marked by a strong background in corporate banking, credit analysis and relationship management. His career has spanned key financial markets across West and East Africa. Prior to this appointment, he served as Managing Director of Guaranty Trust Bank in Uganda, where he was credited with significant operational growth and transformation initiatives.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from Ondo State University and a Master of Business Administration from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria. A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Oluwole Shodiyan has also participated in several executive leadership programs, including those at the Lagos Business School, the University of Michigan and McKinsey.
The Board expressed its confidence in Oluwole Shodiyan’s leadership abilities and strategic insight, emphasizing his potential to drive the bank’s continued progress and innovation. His appointment aligns with Bloom Bank Africa Sierra Leone’s commitment to strengthening its market position and enhancing service delivery to customers.
“We are pleased to welcome Mr. Shodiyan to Bloom Bank Africa Sierra Leone,” said Ms. Aminata Kamara, Chairperson of the Board. “His extensive expertise and dynamic leadership will be instrumental as we continue to pursue our vision of delivering exceptional financial services and sustainable growth.”
Oluwole Shodiyan’s leadership is expected to further elevate the bank’s impact in Sierra Leone’s financial sector, promoting value creation for clients, investors and the wider economy.
