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Board of Directors

Meet the leaders providing strategic oversight, governance and direction for FidBank UK Limited.

Experienced leadership and responsible governance

FidBank UK Limited’s Board of Directors brings together executive, non-executive and independent non-executive leadership experience across banking, finance, risk, governance, operations and international markets.

The Board supports the Bank’s strategic direction while helping to maintain strong standards of governance, accountability and customer-focused leadership.

6

Board Members

3

Independent Directors

2

Executive Directors

1

Board Chair

Strategic Oversight

The Board supports the long-term direction of FidBank UK Limited through experienced leadership and informed decision-making.

Governance

The Board helps maintain strong governance standards, accountability and responsible oversight across the organisation.

Risk Awareness

The Board brings financial, regulatory, operational and risk management expertise to support the Bank’s responsibilities.

Meet Our Board

Our Board combines local and international financial services experience with strong governance, operational and strategic expertise.

Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Chair of the Board
Board Chair

Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe

Chair of the Board

An experienced banking leader with over 30 years of industry experience and Managing Director/CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc, Nigeria.

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  • Appointed to the Board in July 2023 and became Chair of the Governing Body in November 2023.
  • Has held senior leadership responsibilities across commercial banking, consumer banking, treasury, investment banking, retail banking and corporate banking.
  • Previously worked with recognised financial institutions including Standard Chartered Bank, Zenith Bank and Citizens International Bank.
  • Alumna of the University of Nigeria, Nigerian Law School and King’s College London.
  • Honorary Senior Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria.
Mr Johnson O. Ememandu, Managing Director / Chief Executive
Executive Director

Mr Johnson O. Ememandu

Managing Director / Chief Executive

A senior banking executive with extensive UK and Nigeria banking experience across commercial banking, retail banking, operations, trade finance and project management.

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  • Took over the position of Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer of FidBank UK Limited on 1 October 2025.
  • Has 29 years of banking experience across Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
  • Has worked on banking licence acquisition, operational setup and core banking systems implementation.
  • Alumnus of London Business School, INSEAD, IMD and IESE executive programmes.
  • Fellow of the Institute of Directors, UK.
Mrs Ndidi Dimanochie, Executive Director Business Development and Operations
Executive Director

Mrs Ndidi Dimanochie

Executive Director Business Development and Operations

A highly experienced banking professional responsible for business development and operations, with more than 27 years of banking experience.

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  • Joined the UK Board in January 2024.
  • Seconded to FidBank UK Limited as Executive Director responsible for business development and operations.
  • Deputy General Manager of the Corporate Banking Directorate at Fidelity Bank Plc, Nigeria.
  • Previously spent 22 years at Zenith Bank in a number of senior roles.
  • Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Credit Administration and the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management.
Ms Caroline Claudine Bault, Independent Non-Executive Director
Independent Non-Executive Director

Ms Caroline Claudine Bault

Independent Non-Executive Director

An experienced investment analyst, banker and non-executive director with board-level experience across financial services, charities, education and technology.

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  • Joined the Board on 26 July 2023.
  • Has held senior executive positions at Goldman Sachs International and Commerzbank.
  • Managing Partner of Counselrock Partners, London.
  • Has served on boards across investment, environmental, charity, education and technology organisations.
  • Holds finance qualifications and is a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst.
Mr Mark Vincent Jarvis, Independent Non-Executive Director
Independent Non-Executive Director

Mr Mark Vincent Jarvis

Independent Non-Executive Director

An accomplished non-executive director and former Group Chief Finance Officer with more than 37 years of experience across European and emerging markets.

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  • Joined the Board on 26 July 2023.
  • Has held executive and non-executive roles across private equity, venture capital, mergers and acquisitions.
  • Previously held senior roles with EY, including Partner, Managing Director and Group Chief Finance Officer.
  • Has worked across several international markets throughout his finance career.
  • Visiting Professor in Accounting, Finance and Banking at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Ms Mobola Faloye, Independent Non-Executive Director
Independent Non-Executive Director

Ms Mobola Faloye

Independent Non-Executive Director

A seasoned multi-industry executive with deep expertise in risk management, corporate governance and financial services leadership.

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  • Joined the Board on 1 June 2024.
  • Has over three decades of experience across organisations including Citibank, Guaranty Trust Bank, Cargill, UBS and Standard Chartered Bank.
  • Previously served as Regional Chief Risk Officer and Acting Chief Executive Officer for the West African cluster of Standard Chartered Bank.
  • Has board, advisory and independent non-executive director experience.
  • Passionate about environmental and social sustainability, mentoring and community empowerment.

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