The Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has reaffirmed its partnership with the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) at the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference, which opens today at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. This year’s conference, themed “The New Economic Playbook: The Intersection of Banking, Policy and Technology,” has drawn leaders from across Africa’s financial services industry.
Making this year’s edition particularly significant is the participation of the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of NDIC, Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday, who may be attending the conference for the first time in his capacity as chief executive of the Corporation. If it so his presence symbolizes both continuity and renewal as NDIC strengthens its role in safeguarding depositors and reinforcing stability in Nigeria’s banking system.
A Legacy of Dialogue and Transformation
Since its inception, the Annual Banking and Finance Conference has mirrored the evolution of Nigeria’s financial sector. From the 10th edition, which emphasized “Trust and Honesty” at a time of banking reforms, to today’s 18th edition focused on policy, technology, and innovation, the conference has provided a platform for strategic dialogue and industry realignment.
CIBN’s stewardship has ensured the conference remains Africa’s largest gathering of financial professionals, drawing bankers, regulators, policymakers, and innovators into conversations that shape the future of the continent’s financial landscape.
Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday: A New Era for NDIC
For Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday, this conference marks his first major outing since assuming office as Managing Director/CEO of NDIC. Industry analysts believe his attendance signals the Corporation’s renewed commitment to bridging traditional banking with emerging digital realities while maintaining its core mandate of depositor protection.
“NDIC has always been a symbol of trust in Nigeria’s financial system,” a financial analyst observed. “With Mr. Sunday at the helm, the Corporation’s first appearance under his leadership at this conference is being closely watched as an indicator of how NDIC intends to align with banking innovation, policy shifts, and the country’s economic transformation agenda.”
2025: Defining the Intersection of Banking, Policy, and Technology
The 2025 edition comes at a critical juncture. Nigeria is pushing toward a $1 trillion economy, while fintech disruptions, digital banking adoption, and cross-border financial innovations are reshaping the industry. Against this backdrop, NDIC’s leadership is expected to emphasize resilience, depositor confidence, and forward-looking regulation.
Mr. Sunday’s presence highlights the Corporation’s readiness to engage actively in conversations that will define Nigeria’s financial future. His leadership is expected to bring fresh perspectives on how NDIC will navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by rapid technological advancement.
Looking Ahead
As the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference unfolds, the spotlight will not only be on the big conversations about policy and technology but also on the new directions that NDIC under Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday will chart for Nigeria’s deposit insurance system.
With the convergence of banking, policy, and technology at the heart of this year’s dialogue, Abuja has become the stage for conversations that could shape both Nigeria’s and Africa’s financial future.
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