Nigeria’s largest non-interest bank, Jaiz Bank Plc has appointed Mr. Haruna Musa as the substantive Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer. The appointment has been approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Novembermber 21, 2023. In a statement, the bank said the new MD/CEO’s cognate experience in the banking industry spans over 27 years. He is an alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Bayero University, Kano, and Cranfield University, United Kingdom. He is currently in the final stage of a PhD programmed in Islamic Banking and Finance at the University Utara in Malaysia.
“At Cranfield University, Haruna obtained an MSc. in Finance and Management (2008 – 2009). He acquired a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Bayero University, Kano (1997 – 1998) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from the same University (1994 – 1995). He holds a Bachelor of Agriculture from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, (1987 – 1991)”, the statement said.
Until his appointment as the substantive MD/CEO of Jaiz Bank Plc, Haruna served as executive director with GTBank for eight years; and garnered 22 years out of his 27 years wealth of banking experience working for Guaranty Trust Bank (GT Bank) from March 2001– October 2023.
In October 2015, Haruna assumed the role of Executive Director & Head, Northeast & Public Sector, Abuja Divisions on the Board of GT Bank, a testament to his professionalism, exemplary leadership traits and competence.
Some of Haruna’s significant achievements include several commendation letters for selflessness and meritorious service from his previous employers. He is also an honorary member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN).
