Dr. Hassan Abdullahi is a seasoned banker with close to two decades of experience in Corporate, Commercial, and Business Banking. His career trajectory showcases his remarkable ascent from a Relationship Officer to Zonal Head at Access Bank Plc, Nigeria.
He was seconded to Access Bank South Africa and Access Bank Angola respectively as a Business Development Executive, where he played pivotal roles in establishing Corporate Banking businesses. His role entails being actively involved in several investments and lending decisions, having appraised, evaluated and structured several transactions/deals in sectors such as Manufacturing, Telecommunication, Hospitality, Oil and gas, General Commerce, Mining, Construction, FinTech, Public sector, and Agriculture.
He also has an in-depth knowledge of general management best practices.
He holds a Doctorate Degree in Business Administration from the Swiss School of Management, Switzerland, a Master's Degree in Banking and Finance from Bangor University, Wales, an MBA from Anglia Ruskin University, UK, and a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria.
He is a Chartered Banker and Certified Risk Specialist. He is a member of various professional bodies, including the Chartered Banking Institute (UK), Project Management Institute (US), Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN), Chartered Institute of Loan & Risk Management of Nigeria, and Chartered Institute of Finance & Control of Nigeria.
He has attended several leadership training/certificate courses at top global educational and professional institutions, including Harvard Business School (USA), INSEAD (France), Wharton Business School (USA), Said Business School (University of Oxford) (UK), London School of Economics (UK), Metropolitan Business School (UK), and Lagos Business School (Nigeria).
He authored the book Evolving Dynamics of the Financial Industry - A Case for Banks & Fintech Firms and published several papers in reputable international journals, showcasing his passion for research and industry insights.
Hassan is also actively involved in Volunteering and Charity, having founded the HAF Foundation, a non–profit Organization dedicated to improving the lives of the less privileged.
In his spare time, he trades his suit and tie for a pair of comfortable shoes. He enjoys reading, networking, and travelling the globe.