{
  "id": 11151429,
  "title": "Sync Finance Company Limited Appoints Mr. Paul Onwuanibe as Chairman of the Board of Directors",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/sync-finance-company-limited-appoints-mr-paul-onwuanibe-as-chairman",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-01T08:45:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Nairametrics",
    "slug": "nairametrics",
    "url": "https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/01/sync-finance-company-limited-appoints-mr-paul-onwuanibe-as-chairman-of-the-board-of-directors/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sync Finance Company Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Paul Onwuanibe as Chairman of its Board of Directors, following approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The new chairman assumes his role from October 1, 2026. Mr. Onwuanibe is a distinguished entrepreneur with a lengthy career in real estate, hospitality, and leisure sectors through his leadership of Landmark Africa Group. This group developed the Landmark Centre and Landmark Beach Resort in Victoria Island, Lagos. With his extensive experience in strategic leadership, investment, and scaling businesses both within and outside Nigeria, he holds MSc degrees in Architecture, Environmental Design, Planning, and Construction Management.\n\nUpon his appointment, Mr. Onwuanibe expressed his honor at taking on the role of Chairman at Sync Finance. He highlighted the Company's strong foundation and his intentions to collaborate with the Board, Management, and Staff to enhance governance, improve customer services, and foster sustainable growth while adhering to regulatory standards. Mr. Ikenna Imo, Sync Finance's Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, expressed his delight at welcoming Mr. Onwuanibe as their Chairman. He emphasized Mr. Onwuanibe's track record in building enduring institutions and his profound understanding of the Nigerian business environment, which will be crucial for the Company's future growth and the delivery of innovative financial solutions to customers. The Board and Management of Sync Finance extend their congratulations to Mr. Onwuanibe on his appointment.",
  "summary": "Sync Finance Company Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Paul Onwuanibe as Chairman of its Board of Directors, following the receipt of No-Objection from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The appointment was approved by the Board of Directors and takes effect from October 1, 2026. Mr. Onwuanibe, is a seasoned entrepreneur and business […] The post Sync Finance Company Limited Appoints…",
  "key_points": [
    "Paul Onwuanibe appointed as Sync Finance Chairman from October 1, 2026",
    "Onwuanibe is seasoned entrepreneur in real estate, hospitality, leisure",
    "Onwuanibe to enhance governance, improve services, drive sustainable growth"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}