First City Monument Bank Limited (First City Monument Bank) has appointed renowned economist Bismarck Rewane as a Non-Executive Director and Chairman of its Board of Directors, following regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (Central Bank of Nigeria).
The decision signals a strategic push to strengthen governance and deepen economic insight at the heart of one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions.
Rewane brings more than four decades of experience in macroeconomic research, investment banking, and strategic advisory services.
He currently serves as Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, where he leads one of Nigeria’s most respected economic research and financial advisory firms.
His appointment adds significant weight to FCMB’s leadership structure at a time when Nigeria’s banking sector is navigating complex economic pressures and growth opportunities.
Over the years, Rewane has built a reputation as one of Nigeria’s most influential economic voices. He has contributed to policy discussions, corporate strategy, and investment decisions across multiple sectors.
He previously held senior roles at International Merchant Bank Nigeria Limited and First National Bank of Chicago, strengthening his global banking exposure and operational expertise.
His academic and professional credentials reinforce his authority in financial leadership. He graduated in Economics from the University of Ibadan and holds fellowships with the Nigerian Economic Society and the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria.
He is also an associate of the Institute of Chartered Bankers of England and Wales, reflecting his international professional alignment.
Rewane’s corporate board experience spans major listed companies and multinational firms, including Guinness Nigeria Plc.
British American Tobacco, Henkel Nigeria Limited, Top Feeds Nigeria Limited, and Africa Infrastructure Plus Partners. He also served on the Presidential Steering Committee during the global economic crisis, where he contributed to high-level policy response discussions.
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