President Bola Tinubu has approved new appointment of Engineer Uzoma Nwagba as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP).
In an announcement made by presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale on Friday, President Tinubu expressed his dedication to enhancing financial inclusion and empowering Nigerians economically through this appointment.
Nwagba, boasting a Master’s of Business Administration from the prestigious Harvard Business School and a stellar first-class Bachelor’s of Engineering from Howard University in Washington DC, steps into this role with a robust educational background.
Prior to assuming this pivotal position, Nwagba demonstrated his leadership acumen as the Chief Operating Officer of the Bank of Industry, where he spearheaded micro-credit and other financial endeavors.
At just 36 years old, Nwagba has already left an indelible mark on the financial world, having served as a Senior Investment Associate specializing in financial services at the African Capital Alliance.
Additionally, his tenure as a Software Engineer at Microsoft, where he led teams in developing enterprise and mobile software for emerging markets, showcases his versatile skill set.
President Tinubu expressed confidence in Nwagba’s ability to leverage his multifaceted background in finance and technology to implement impactful financial interventions and expand access to credit throughout Nigeria.