
Sir Francis Shinku Akie KSM
MD/CEO
Profile Overview Sir Amb. Francis Shinku Akie, KSM is a distinguished financial expert and humanitarian Ambassador with extensive experience in banking. Born on August 28, 1971, he has held leadership positions in various financial institutions and professional bodies, earning numerous awards for professional service and his service to God and humanity. Education 1. HND in Accountancy, Kano State Polytechnic, Kano 2. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Accounting and Finance, Bayero University, Kano 3. Master’s Degree in Banking and Finance, Bayero University, Kano 4. Master’s Degree in Philosophy, NOUN, Abuja Professional Memberships - Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) - Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria (ICEN) - Chartered Institute of Treasury Managers in Nigeria (CITM) Work Experience Held various roles in prominent banks, including: - Owena Bank Plc - NNB International Bank Plc - Intercontinental Bank Plc - Access Bank Plc - Former Managing Director/CEO of Bam Microfinance Bank Plc - Current Managing Director/CEO of Prudent Microfinance Bank, Kuje Service to God and Humanity Sir Amb. Francis Akie, KSM has served in leadership roles in professional, religious, and community organizations: 1. President, St. Augustine's Catholic Community, Kano Diocese (2002–2004) 2. Chairman, Parish Pastoral Council, St. Jude's Parish, Bukavu Barracks, Kano (2005–2007) 3. National Vice President, St. Augustine's Catholic Community, Nigeria (2010–2016) 4. National President, St. Augustine's Catholic Community, Nigeria (2017–Date) 5. Worthy Financial Secretary, Knights of St. Mulumba Nigeria, Kano Sub-council (2012–2018) 6. Worthy Auditor, Knights of St. Mulumba Nigeria, Abuja Sub-council (2020–2022) 7. Worthy Deputy Grand Knight, Knights of St. Mulumba Nigeria, Abuja Sub-council (2023–Date) 8. Financial Secretary, National Association of Microfinance Banks, FCT Chapter (2020–2022) 9. Vice Chairman, National Association of Microfinance Banks, FCT Chapter (2022–July 2024) 10. Chairman, National Association of Microfinance Banks, FCT Chapter (August 2024–Date) Awards & Recognitions He has received multiple awards for outstanding service and contributions, including: - Award of Excellence, NNB International Bank Plc – June 2006 - Certificate of Merit, Social Communications Dept., Catholic Diocese of Kano – May 20, 2007 - Humanitarian Service Award, Mzough U Tiv, Kano State – March 5, 2011 - Certificate of Recognition, St. Anthony’s Parish, Kadarko, Lafia Diocese – October 2012 - Merit Award, St. Augustine’s Tiv Catholic Community, Kano Diocese – August 2014 - Pillar of National Choir, SATCC Nigeria – November 2019 - Excellent Service Award, NAMBFCT Chapter – July 2022 - Award of Excellence, SATCC Kaduna Archdiocese – September 2023 - CMO Pillars Award, St. Kizito’s Parish, Kuje, Abuja – October 2023 - Award of Honour, NAMBFCT Chapter – August 29, 2024 - Outstanding Administrator and Humanitarian Ambassador – Merit Int’l, Abuja Sir Amb. Francis Akie, KSM is a respected figure in both the financial sector and his community, known for his outstanding leadership qualities and humanitarian efforts.