ACAMB Announces New Executive Council for 2026-2028
The Association of Corporate Communication and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB) has unveiled its new executive council for the 2026-2028 term, signaling a renewed focus on elevating corporate communications and strategic marketing across Nigeria’s banking sector. The result reflects a deliberate effort to bring together seasoned professionals from leading financial institutions to drive industry standards, mentorship, and cross-bank collaboration.
Key Personalities and Institutional Representation
Among the newly elected leaders are prominent figures from top banks, including Jide Sipe and Abiodun Coker of United Bank for Africa (UBA). Their election underscores ACAMB’s emphasis on practical insights drawn from day-to-day banking operations, customer engagement, and financial journalism that resonates with both corporate audiences and regulators. The emerge-and-serve nature of the leadership lineup aims to strengthen ACAMB’s ability to advocate for best practices in corporate communication and marketing within a highly competitive financial landscape.
Other executives joining the council bring diverse experience in public relations, brand management, digital storytelling, investor relations, and crisis communications. Collectively, the 2026-2028 team is positioned to foster knowledge sharing, professional development, and standardized benchmarks that can help banks communicate more transparently with customers, shareholders, and the public.
What the New Leadership Brings
The new council is expected to champion several strategic initiatives. First, it will advance professional development through workshops, mentorship programs, and sector-specific certification tracks tailored for corporate communications and marketing professionals in banking. Second, ACAMB plans to deepen collaboration with regulators, industry associations, and media partners to promote ethical communication practices and robust financial storytelling.
Third, there is a clear focus on leveraging digital channels. In an era where customer experience is increasingly mediated through mobile apps and social media, the new leadership aims to equip members with tools for data-driven messaging, proactive reputation management, and responsive crisis communication strategies. Finally, by bringing together executives from multiple banks, ACAMB intends to create a more vibrant network for sharing case studies, success metrics, and innovative campaigns that can be replicated across institutions.
Implications for Members and the Sector
для ACAMB members, the 2026-2028 term signals more opportunities for professional growth and knowledge exchange, with a focus on measurable outcomes. Banks can expect improved alignment between corporate communications goals and broader business strategies, resulting in clearer messaging during product launches, regulatory updates, and customer education campaigns. The council’s emphasis on ethical storytelling and transparency may also bolster trust in the banking sector at a time when financial literacy and consumer protection are high-priority issues.
For the broader industry, the new leadership could help set benchmarks that motivate other financial institutions to elevate their comms and marketing practices. With experienced professionals from prestigious banks at the helm, ACAMB’s activities—ranging from seminars to collaborative research—are likely to attract sponsorships, partnerships, and cross-institutional projects that benefit the entire ecosystem.
Looking Ahead
As ACAMB embarks on the 2026-2028 journey, stakeholders will be watching to see how the council translates its vision into tangible outcomes. Expect updates on training programs, event calendars, and collaborative initiatives announced in the coming months. The leadership’s track record and the strength of its collective network could well be the catalyst that propels the Nigerian banking sector’s corporate communications and marketing practices to new heights.
