Access Holdings Plc has announced that Ms. Bolaji Agbede will retire from her position as Executive Director, Business Support, effective June 30, 2026, following the completion of her tenure on the Board.
The financial services group disclosed the development in a notice filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), informing shareholders and the investing public that Agbede’s retirement takes effect at the end of the month.
According to the company, Agbede concludes more than two decades of service within the Access Group, during which she held several strategic leadership positions and contributed to the institution’s expansion, operational transformation and corporate development.
The Board paid tribute to her role in maintaining leadership continuity during one of the most challenging periods in the group’s history following the death of former Group Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Herbert Wigwe, in February 2024.
Agbede was appointed Acting Group Chief Executive Officer after the tragic incident and oversaw the organisation during its leadership transition.
The Board said her stewardship helped preserve business stability and operational continuity while the company executed its succession plans.
The company commended her professionalism, commitment and leadership throughout her career, noting that her contributions have supported the group’s long-term growth and institutional development.
Access Holdings expressed appreciation for her years of service and wished her success in her future professional and personal endeavours.
The retirement marks another milestone in the group’s ongoing leadership evolution as Access Holdings continues to strengthen its governance structure following its executive transition over the past two years.
Investors are expected to monitor any subsequent board or executive appointments as the company continues to implement its long-term corporate strategy and growth objectives across its banking and non-banking subsidiaries.
Access Holdings remains one of Africa’s largest financial services groups with operations spanning commercial banking, payments, pensions, asset management and insurance across multiple African markets and international financial centres.
