Ecobank has today unveiled the group’s new Chief Executive Officer, Mr Thierry Tanoh, to take over from the retiring CEO, Mr Arnold Ekpe.
Mr Ekpe who has been at the helm of Ecobank for some time will however stay on until the end of this year to facilitate a smooth transition.
Speaking at Ecobank towers in Nairobi, Mr Tanoh revealed his love for Africa and vowed to ensure that the Bank thrives in East Africa as it strives to achieve regional integration.
“I am honoured to lead this bank. We have everything we need to be a leader in provision of financial services in Africa and we shall ensure that the region achieves regional integration,” said Mr Tanoh.
He is expected to spearhead the group’s progressive operations in 32 African countries while also scouting for new markets for business, which will see development in the economy of East Africa.
Appointed in July this year, Mr Tanoh previously served as the Vice President of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) overseeing Africa, Latin America and Western Europe regions where he spearheaded business development, deal structuring and general growth of IFC business.
Mr Tanoh added: “I saw strong prospects for the growth of Ecobank in Kenya and East Africa and I’m looking at it for not only today but in 15 years to come, we have everything we need to be a leader in provision of financial services in Africa.” he said.
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