Mr. Chiemezie F. Akpuchukwu is the Managing Director of Alvana Microfinance Bank Limited.

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics and is a Chartered Microfinance Banker, as well as a member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria. He has also completed several ICT training programs, equipping him with strong technical and managerial competencies in banking operations.

Mr. Akpuchukwu began his career as a clerical staff member at Consolidated Breweries Plc., where he worked from 2011 to 2012. In 2013, he joined Numo Microfinance Bank Limited as Head of ICT, a role he held until 2018.

He joined Alvana Microfinance Bank Limited in 2018 as Head of Management Information Systems, a position he held with distinction until his elevation to the role of Managing Director in 2025.

His appointment as Managing Director was based on merit and an excellent track record, and was duly approved by the Bank’s Board of Directors in line with regulatory requirements.