AG Mortgage Bank Appoints Chieduzie Ogbuehi as Company Secretary

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AG Mortgage Bank Plc has appointed Chieduzie Ogbuehi as its substantive company secretary, effective September 24, 2026.

The appointment was announced by the mortgage bank in a statement on Monday, October 12, 2026, according to Punch Newspapers.

Ogbuehi is a legal professional and corporate services executive with more than 15 years of experience advising boards and executive management on legal matters, regulatory compliance, personnel management and dispute resolution.

His appointment comes as the bank continues to strengthen its corporate governance and expand its activities in Nigeria’s mortgage and housing finance market.

Ogbuehi Brings More Than 15 Years of Experience

Before joining AG Mortgage Bank, Ogbuehi served as Head of Corporate Services at James Cubitt, where he oversaw human resources, legal operations and company secretariat functions.

He also previously worked as Head of Corporate and Commercial Transactions at Canaan Partners.

Ogbuehi began his career in mortgage banking as a Legal Officer at Haggai Mortgage Bank Limited, giving him experience relevant to the financial services and housing finance industry.

His professional background spans legal advisory services, corporate administration, regulatory matters and organisational management.

Professional Qualifications and Memberships

Ogbuehi holds several professional memberships and qualifications relevant to his new role.

He is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and an associate of the Chartered Institute of Secretaries and Administrators, Nigeria.

He is also an associate of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, a fellow of the Institute of Credit Administration and a member of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators.

In addition, he is registered with the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria.

These professional affiliations reflect his background in legal practice, corporate administration, taxation and financial regulation.

What His Appointment Means for AG Mortgage Bank

As company secretary, Ogbuehi will support the bank’s board and management processes, corporate governance and regulatory compliance.

The role is important in ensuring that a financial institution follows relevant legal and regulatory requirements while maintaining effective communication between its board, management and shareholders.

Strong corporate governance can also support transparency, accountability and investor confidence, particularly in the financial services sector.

For mortgage banks, effective governance is important because their operations involve managing financial risks, protecting customers’ interests and maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

AG Mortgage Bank’s Position in Nigeria’s Housing Finance Market

AG Mortgage Bank Plc operates in Nigeria’s mortgage and housing finance sector, providing services related to mortgage financing, savings and investment products.

The bank has also participated in funding initiatives intended to expand access to housing finance.

In August 2026, the bank announced that its Series 2 and Series 3 commercial paper issuance had raised ₦3.97 billion, with the proceeds intended to support its short-term funding and working capital requirements.

The appointment of a substantive company secretary adds to the bank’s corporate management structure as it continues its operations in Nigeria’s housing finance market.

Conclusion

AG Mortgage Bank’s appointment of Chieduzie Ogbuehi highlights the importance of experienced legal and corporate professionals in managing financial institutions.

With more than 15 years of experience across legal services, corporate administration and regulatory matters, Ogbuehi is expected to support the bank’s governance and compliance functions.

For Nigeria’s mortgage and housing finance sector, effective corporate governance remains important for regulatory compliance, investor confidence and sustainable business growth.

Source: Punch Newspapers; AG Mortgage Bank Plc.