About Us

The Association of Professional Bankers in Education (APBE) was established in 2013 by members of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) within the education sector during the Institute’s Annual General Meeting. Since its formation, APBE has remained committed to promoting the goals of CIBN by fostering intellectual engagement and providing academic support. APBE serves as a vibrant intellectual platform for banking and finance scholars, driving the advancement of knowledge in the field.

Abpe logoAt APBE, we are committed to supporting the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria by fostering rigorous academic discourse and offering a strong foundation for the Capacity Building and Certification Directorate of the Institute. In today’s rapidly evolving banking industry, intellectual development is essential for sustained growth, and we strive to ensure that banking professionals are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for success.

APBE provides a dynamic intellectual platform for banking and finance scholars. Our members benefit from a variety of opportunities for professional development, including research initiatives, conferences, training programs, workshops, and publications. Through these activities, we aim to cultivate a vibrant community of scholars and practitioners who contribute to the advancement of banking education in Nigeria.

VISION: To be a reliable self-regulating association promoting cooperation within the Banking and education industry respectively in Nigeria for the satisfaction of its members and a renowned association of excellence in professionalism in banking.

MISSION: To foster transparency, encourage debate, good governance, and best international by promoting standards of professional competency and level of skills in banking and the research services in Nigeria.

OUR CORE VALUES: The Association of Professional Bankers in Educ- action (APBE) of The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) operates under the guidance of the following operating principles and values:

  • COMMITMENT TO MEMBERS:
    • Provide professional development and clearly defined career tracks,
    • Provide adequate resources,
    • Value each member’s skill as a meaningful part of the whole,
    • Develop research symposium, seminar, conference activities.
  • RESPECT, RECOGNITION & BEING VALUED
    • Involve all stakeholders in decisions that affect the association,
    • Allow members to decide a course of action in their area of expertise,
    • Recognize members for doing the right thing, and reward them accordingly,
    • Support members and promote one another to students and the public.
  • RESONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
    • Demonstrate commitment to internal and external stakeholders,
    • Commit to fairness and equity,
    • Hold each other accountable for maintaining our core values.
  • INTEGRITY
    • The Association upholds the adherence to moral and ethical principles, soundness of moral character and honesty

National Office bearers (interim)

Meet Our Officers

Dr Charles Ogboi. Current chairman APBE
Dr. Charles Ogboi, PhD, FCIB

Chairman

Professor Babatunde Akinsanya. Vice Chairman APBE
Prof. Babatunde Akinsanya, PhD, HCIB

Vice Chairman

Scholastica Ekene Moemeke, FCIB. General Secretary APBE.
Mrs. Scholastica Moemeke, FCIB

General Secretary

Dr Shittu Ibrahim Oladipupo. APBE Assistant Secretary.
Dr. Shittu Ibrahim Oladipupo, PhD, FCIB

Asst. General Secretary

Dr. Adeyemi Sayeed, PhD, FCIB- APBE Publicity Secretary
Dr. Adeyemi Sayeed, PhD, FCIB

Publicity Secretary

Kehinde A. Adetiloye. The Treasurer of APBE.
Prof. Kehinde Adetiloye, PhD, FCIB

Treasurer

Johnson Okoh, Director of Research at APBE
Prof. Johnson Okoh, PhD, FCIB

Research Director

Prof Vincent N. Ezeabasili, HCIB, CPA Ireland. APBE Fin Sec
Prof. Vincent. N. Ezeabasili, PhD, HCIB

Financial Secretary

Cole Abimbola Ayodeji, FCIB, PhD. APBE Ex-Officio
Dr. Mrs. Abimbola Cole, PhD, FCIB

Ex-Officio

Need help?

Have questions or need assistance? Contact us today, and our support team will guide you through membership and services seamlessly.

For enquiries, please call

08036767461

For appointments

08035844682
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