Fiona Ahimie Emerges CIS President
Fiona Ahimie has been elected as the 14th President and Chairman of the Council of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), becoming the first woman in the Institute’s history to hold the position.
Read more: Fiona Ahimie Makes History as First Female President of Chartered Institute of StockbrokersHer election marks a major milestone for gender inclusion and leadership representation in Nigeria’s financial services sector.
She is set to succeed Oluropo Dada and will be formally inaugurated on June 25, 2026, when her tenure officially begins.
Outgoing President Speaks on Her Leadership
Outgoing CIS President, Oluropo Dada, expressed strong confidence in Ahimie’s ability to lead and build on existing achievements.
“Fiona Ahimie brings proven expertise, strong leadership, and a clear vision for the Institute’s future. I am confident she will build on the progress made and further strengthen the Institute’s role in the financial services sector.”
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Her emergence also reflects the Institute’s structured leadership process, having previously served as:
- 2nd Vice President
- 1st Vice President
Following her elevation:
- Akeem Oyewale becomes 1st Vice President
- The position of 2nd Vice President will be announced later
Key Achievements Under Dada’s Leadership
During the Institute’s 31st Annual General Meeting held in Lagos, Dada highlighted major milestones achieved during his tenure:
- Implementation of the Corporate Strategic Plan (2024–2030)
- Upgrade of CIS Diploma to Certified Securities and Investment Support Specialist (CSISS)
- Increased media visibility and restructuring of the Secretariat
- Progress on the CISIN Bill
- Successful hosting of the 2025 National Workshop in Abuja
He also noted improvements in:
- Funding and financial stability
- Debt recovery
- Stakeholder engagement across the industry
Fiona Ahimie’s Experience and Background
Fiona Ahimie brings over 15 years of experience in the financial services sector.
She currently serves as Managing Director of First Securities Brokers Limited, a subsidiary of First Holdco Plc.
Her career includes senior roles at:
- LeadCapital
- Stanbic IBTC Stockbrokers
- FBNQuest Capital
- African Alliance Securities Nigeria
Her expertise covers:
- Trading
- Client development
- Market strategy
She holds:
- An MBA from Lagos Business School
- A diploma from IESE Business School, Spain
She is also:
- A Fellow of CIS
- An Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
What You Should Know
Oluropo Dada became the 13th President of CIS in 2024, succeeding Oluwole Adeosun.
His administration focused on:
- Strengthening the Institute’s brand
- Improving financial stability
- Implementing key structural reforms
A Historic Shift for CIS
Fiona Ahimie’s emergence signals both continuity and transformation within the Institute.
While maintaining the progress made by previous leadership, her appointment represents a historic shift toward inclusive governance in Nigeria’s financial sector.
