Jaiz Bank Plc has appointed Tukur Galadima as its new Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), in a move aimed at reinforcing the bank’s regulatory oversight and governance architecture.
In a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and the investing public, the bank said the appointment has received the required approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria and takes effect from December 1, 2025.
Jaiz Bank disclosed that the appointment was made in line with the Nigerian Exchange Limited Rulebook, underscoring its obligation to notify the market of senior management changes with regulatory significance.
Galadima is a seasoned legal and compliance professional with more than two decades of experience spanning regulatory compliance, financial law, and public-sector governance. He holds both Master’s and PhD degrees in Law from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Before joining Jaiz Bank, he served in various managerial roles at the Central Bank of Nigeria, rising to the position of Assistant Director before exiting the apex bank in 2024. His career also includes experience in private legal practice, where he was Principal Partner at Cloud and Stones Legal Practice.
The appointment comes at a time of heightened regulatory scrutiny in Nigeria’s banking sector, with regulators placing increasing emphasis on anti-money laundering controls, risk governance, and board-level accountability. For Jaiz Bank, which operates under a non-interest banking model, strong compliance leadership is regarded as critical to sustaining investor confidence and regulatory alignment.
Why It Matters
The Chief Compliance Officer plays a central role in ensuring adherence to prudential guidelines, AML/CFT standards, and governance codes. Galadima’s background at the Central Bank of Nigeria is expected to strengthen Jaiz Bank’s interface with regulators and enhance internal compliance culture.
