Access Bank Plc has appointed Mrs. Ifeyinwa Osime as Chairman of its Board of Directors, following the retirement of Mr. Paul Usoro, SAN, who stepped down on January 29, 2026, after completing his regulatory tenure.
The appointment was disclosed by Access Holdings Plc in a corporate filing dated February 2, 2026.
Access Bank is a key subsidiary of Access Holdings Plc.
Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, Group Chairman of Access Holdings, described Osime as a principled and experienced leader with a strong understanding of the Bank’s strategy and values, expressing confidence in her ability to drive sustainable value for shareholders and stakeholders.
He also commended Usoro for his leadership and contributions, noting that he remains a valued member of the Access family.
Mrs. Osime joined the Board of Access Bank in November 2019 as an Independent Non-Executive Director. She previously chaired the Board Human Resources and Sustainability Committee as well as the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
She has served on the boards of Coronation Insurance Plc, Coronation Life Insurance Ltd, and Bank PHB (now Keystone Bank), and brings extensive experience in law and corporate governance.
The appointment is part of ongoing leadership and governance restructuring at Access Holdings, following the appointment of Innocent Ike as Group CEO in 2025 and the return of Aig-Imoukhuede as Group Chairman in 2024.
