Idris Yakubu holds a B.Sc Accounting degree from the University of Jos. He also holds an M.Sc in Banking and Finance from the University of Jos, Advanced Management Program Certificate from the Pan African University, and a Masters in Business Administration from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Idris commenced his banking career 25 years ago, and spent the last 19 years with Fidelity Bank. Over the period, Idris worked in different areas of banking, including commercial, consumer, retail and public sector banking and has acquired a wealth of experience and competence in these areas.
Idris is knowledgeable, very calm, cerebral and analytical. He possesses energy and passion to drive performance. He has under his belt, an enviable track record of consistent performance and achievement. He is the Executive Director, South/South & SEED Directorate.
He is a good team player, self-motivated and also goes to great lengths to motivate his team.