NIBSS Appoints Mastercard’s Former VP Ebehijie Juliet Momoh as MD/CEO of AfriGOPay
The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has announced a pivotal leadership change with the appointment of Ebehijie Juliet Momoh, formerly a Senior Vice President at Mastercard, as the new Managing Director/CEO of its subsidiary, AfriGOPay Financial Services Limited (AFSL).
Additionally, NIBSS has named Ugo Obasi as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of AfriGOPay.
In their statement, NIBSS highlighted that these strategic appointments represent a significant milestone in their ongoing efforts to transform the payments landscape, aiming to enhance the financial experiences of businesses and consumers not only in Nigeria but throughout Africa and beyond.
Momoh holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Bangor University and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry from the University of Lagos. Her broad experience and educational background make her well-suited to lead AfriGOPay Financial Services Limited’s mission to enhance Nigeria’s payment infrastructure and drive the country’s digital payment revolution.
In her new role, she will lead the development, operations, and acceptance of the AfriGO Card Scheme, designed to deliver a seamless, secure, and efficient payment system that meets the diverse needs of the populace. The scheme aims to position Nigeria at the forefront of the digital payment revolution.
On the other hand, Obasi brings over 20 years of exceptional leadership experience in banking, information technology, and payments across West Africa. His career is distinguished by his work implementing commendable payment solutions throughout the region.
As COO, he will drive operational excellence and innovation, overseeing the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance the efficiency, security, and user experience of the AfriGO Card.
