The minister noted that NEXIM’s return to profitability and reduction in its non-performing loans had impacted positively on the bank’s statutory mandate. Ahmed said that the appointees were joining the board with diverse private sector backgrounds and assured the board of the ministry’s support. Bello noted that the appointees would add value to the bank, with the continued support of the ministry. Hassan has been in the business of commodity sourcing, trading, and distribution since 2012, after a stint with Union Bank. Dafinone has been in the private sector and currently, Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria Export Promotion Group and also a member of, National Council of Manufacturers Association of Nigeria.

Source: The Guardian April 30, 2021 18:11 UTC