NGX Group appoints Jumoke Olaniyan as Group Chief Strategy Officer

6 Mar 2026

The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) has announced the appointment of Ms. Jumoke Olaniyan as the new Group Chief Strategy Officer, effective March 2, 2026.

This appointment comes as the Group intensifies its focus on digital transformation, product innovation, and market development to navigate the next phase of its strategic growth.

In her new capacity, Ms. Olaniyan is tasked with leading the formulation and execution of enterprise-wide strategies across the NGX Group. Her mandate includes driving initiatives designed to deepen market liquidity, broaden investor participation, and enhance long-term value for all stakeholders.

The role is positioned as a central pillar for strengthening cross-functional alignment and organizational effectiveness within the Group’s integrated market infrastructure model.

Ms. Olaniyan joins NGX Group with over two decades of experience across financial markets, strategy, consulting, and banking.

She previously held senior leadership positions at FMDQ Group Plc and FDHL Group, where she was instrumental in market expansion and product innovation within the fixed income, currencies, and derivatives sectors.

An alumna of INSEAD Business School with an MBA and a degree in Accounting, she has built a professional reputation for delivering financial market solutions that prioritize transparency, efficiency, and market resilience.

The Group noted that this appointment reflects its commitment to disciplined strategy execution and strong governance. Furthermore, the move highlights a deliberate effort to ensure broader gender representation at the executive level, empowering women to play influential roles in shaping the evolution of Nigeria’s capital markets and contributing to national economic development.