Global Bank Liberia Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Lekan Balogun as the new Managing Director effective January 30, 2023. According to a press release today, February 3, 2023 said the appointment follows the formal acquisition of the bank by Oakwood Africa Investments Limited through its sub-holding company, Oakwood Holdings Liberia Limited.
Mr. Lekan Balogun brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the banking industry and is well-positioned to lead Global Bank Liberia Limited into its next phase of growth and success.
Mr. Balogun is a seasoned banking professional with over 25 years’ experience across corporate banking, commercial and retail banking, treasury, trade and branch operations. He brings to bear a track record of success, having worked in similar roles in reputable financial institutions across West Africa including Liberia.
“I am honored to join Global Bank Liberia Limited and look forward to working with the talented team here,” said Mr. Balogun. “I am confident that this new phase of the bank’s transformation will see service innovation and excellence delivered at all our touch points. Together, we will leverage the right mix of capital and technology to deliver personalized, last mile digital financial services for the people of Liberia, ensuring that we fully support the central bank in its financial inclusion drive”.
About Global Bank Liberia Limited
Global Bank Liberia Limited is a licensed financial institution in Liberia. The bank is committed to providing Business, Personal and Retail banking services to the people of Liberia. The bank currently has branches in Monrovia (5th Street, Sinkor, Ashmun Street, Clara Town and Redlight Market) and Buchanan.
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