London, United Kingdom – Israel Kayode Edunjobi, a distinguished figure in Nigeria’s banking sector, has been honored with the prestigious “Innovative Banker of the Year” award by the African Bankers Watch, an organization based in Addis Ababa.
This recognition which was announced by Dani Selassie, the President of the African Bankers Watch, based in the United Kingdom, on the 17th of June, 2023 comes in light of his outstanding contributions during the currency crisis, where he showcased remarkable skills and dedication to the institution of banking in Nigeria.
Throughout his banking career, Edunjobi has been a shining example of combining technical expertise with exceptional soft skills to achieve set goals and deliver exceptional services to customers. As the Branch Head of one of Zenith Bank’s prominent branches, he has played a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations, coordinating the marketing team, and working closely with the Head of Operations to provide top-notch service to customers.
During the currency crisis that plagued Nigeria’s banking sector, Edunjobi’s commitment to customer satisfaction shone brightly. While others faced challenges with cash shortages and frustrated customers, he took a proactive approach, observing the situation and promptly engaging with customers to resolve their issues. His attentive listening skills and dispute resolution abilities have been instrumental in fostering positive outcomes for both customers and the bank.
President Dani Selassie further praised Edunjobi’s exceptional performance, stating, “Mr Edunjobi’s represents the best kind of innovative forward-looking banking practices that we expect from African Bankers and we are very proud to announce him as the ‘Innovative Banker of the Year’ 2022/2023 for the amazing way he helped his bank manage the currency crisis”.
The organization observed that ‘Recognizing the need for innovative solutions, Edunjobi advocates for the promotion of Fintech companies in Nigeria. He believes that these companies can enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase access to financial services. By embracing technology, he envisions a future where rural and remote areas have the same level of financial access as urban centers, fostering economic growth and development’.
A highly educated and accomplished professional, Edunjobi holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Olabisi Onabanjo University and is an Associate and Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). Additionally, he possesses a Diploma in International Financial Reporting (IFRS) from the Association of Certified Accountants (ACCA) in England. His passion for technology is evident through his attainment of a Professional Scrum Master (PSM 1) certification from Scrum.Org and being a Google Certified Project Manager.
Receiving the “Innovative Banker of the Year” award is a testament to Edunjobi’s exceptional contributions and his unwavering commitment to the advancement of Nigeria’s banking sector. As a visionary leader, he envisions a future where technology plays a transformative role in making banking services more accessible and efficient for all Nigerians.
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