CBN ORDERS BANKS TO SECURE APPROVAL FOR MD/CEOS’ SUCCESSORS SIX MONTHS BEFORE EXIT
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed all Domestic Systemically Important Banks (DSIBs) to announce the successors of their managing directors and chief executive officers (MD/CEOs) at least six months prior to the conclusion of the current incumbents’ terms.
This directive was articulated in a memorandum issued on Tuesday by the Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, Rita Sike.
Additionally, the apex bank mandated that financial institutions must publicly announce the appointment of successor MD/CEOs no less than three months before the outgoing chief departs from their position.
Per the CBN, this initiative is founded on Section 2.14 of its 2023 Corporate Governance Guidelines, which necessitate that commercial, merchant, non-interest, and payment service banks maintain transparent leadership succession strategies.
“This requirement seeks to minimise disruptions at the top management level, enable top management appointees to prepare adequately for their new roles, and generally mitigate risks associated with abrupt changes in leadership,” the memorandum indicated.
The CBN emphasized that DSIBs, due to their scale and influence, play a vital role in upholding public confidence and the stability of the financial system.
“In recognition of the critical role that DSIBs play in sustaining financial system stability, the CBN hereby reiterates the importance of effective succession planning in these institutions,” it added.
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By enforcing timely approvals and disclosures, the CBN expressed its intention to decrease uncertainty among investors and depositors, while aligning local banking practices more closely with international standards.
This new directive follows a series of leadership transitions within Nigeria’s banking sector and is believed to be a strategy to mitigate the uncertainty that can accompany abrupt exits in leadership roles.
The memorandum emphasized: “In recognition of the critical role that DSIBs play in sustaining financial system stability, the CBN hereby reiterates the importance of effective succession planning in these institutions.”
Banks have been directed to ensure strict adherence to this mandate.
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