{
  "id": 11329281,
  "title": "Sync Finance Company appoints Onwuanibe as chairman",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/sync-finance-company-appoints-onwuanibe-as-chairman",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-02T01:52:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/sync-finance-company-appoints-onwuanibe-as-chairman/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sync Finance Company Limited has appointed Onwuanibe as Chairman of its Board of Directors, following approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria. The appointment, which takes effect from October 1, 2026, was announced by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Ikenna Imo. Onwuanibe is recognized as a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader, having founded and served as CEO of Landmark Africa Group, a prominent real estate, hospitality, and leisure company in Nigeria. With an MSc in Architecture, Environmental Design and Planning, as well as an MSc in Construction Management, Onwuanibe brings extensive experience in strategic leadership, investment, and enterprise scaling to his new role. Speaking on his appointment, Onwuanibe expressed his honor at taking on the role and his commitment to strengthening the company's governance, enhancing services to customers, and driving sustainable growth. The managing director expressed delight at welcoming Onwuanibe, praising his track record and deep understanding of the Nigerian business landscape. The board and management of Sync Finance congratulated Onwuanibe on his appointment.",
  "summary": "Sync Finance Company Limited has announced the appointment of Onwuanibe as Chairman of its Board of Directors, following the receipt of ”no objection” from the Central Bank of Nigeria. According to a, statement from the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Sync Finance, Ikenna Imo, on Thursday, the appointment was approved by the Board of Directors Read More:…",
  "key_points": [
    "Onwuanibe appointed as Sync Finance chairman effective October 1, 2026",
    "Onwuanibe is seasoned entrepreneur and business leader",
    "Onwuanibe brings strategic leadership and enterprise scaling experience"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Onwuanibe's appointment as chairman brings extensive experience in strategic leadership, investment, and enterprise scaling to Sync Finance Company, positioning it for sustainable growth and enhanced customer services.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Sync Finance Company appoints Onwuanibe as chairman",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/sync-finance-company-appoints-onwuanibe-as-chairman-11330714",
        "published": "2026-10-02T02:01:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}