Foremost
African financial institution; Guaranty Trust Bank plc has once again
reaffirmed its position as a leading global brand with the recent
recognition of its Managing Director/CEO; Segun Agbaje as Africa’s
Business Leader of the Year during the 2015 All Africa Business Leaders
Awards (AABLA) held at the Sandton Convention Center, Johannesburg,
South Africa.
The
All Africa Business Leaders Awards in partnership with CNBC Africa
recognizes individuals who have made profound impact in their respective
areas by demonstrating innovation, integrity, accountability and
adherence to global best standards.
According
to Roberta Naicker, Managing Director of the ABN Group, CNBC Africa is
proud to continue the tradition of celebrating visionary leadership and
excellence in business across Africa. Through this award, we distinguish
and honor leaders who have contributed and shaped the African economy.
She further stated that, “Over the past two months, CNBC simultaneously
conducted award ceremonies across East, South and West Africa in search
of Africa’s premier business leader. I am proud to announce that our
West Africa finalist; Segun Agbaje has emerged winner of the grand
finale. In winning this award, Segun Agbaje epitomizes the core values
of a successful leader; strength, innovation, ingenuity, knowledge and
foresight – values that are imperative to creating and sustaining a
business within the Pan-African and global economy.
Commenting
on the award, Segun Agbaje, Managing Director/CEO of GTBank said "I am
humbled and proud to be recognized as Africa’s Business Leader of the
Year. This award is a testament to a great
team of unique, passionate and committed people at GTBank working
tirelessly to build a Proudly African and Truly International
Institution. Receiving the award, Segun Agbaje stated that Africa is the
best continent and that it is a blessing to be born African and be doing business in Africa.
Under
his leadership, the Bank has maintained its dominance of the industry
by continually recording significant and enviable financial and
non-financial performance. His profundity and vivid understanding of
diverse financial landscapes has been critical in ensuring the Bank’s
successful foray into various financial markets across West & East
Africa while maintaining a presence in Europe through its UK Subsidiary.
In due recognition of his visionary leadership, Mr. Agbaje is the
recipient of several international accolades such as CEO of the Year from Finance Monthly and Banker of the Year from World Finance.
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