Yemisi Edun is a prominent Nigerian banking professional who currently holds the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at First City Monument Bank (FCMB). She is the first woman to be appointed to this role at FCMB and is known for her expert leadership, financial acumen, and dedication to advancing financial inclusion.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Yemisi Edun |
| Date of Birth | Late 1960s (exact date not disclosed) |
| Place of Birth | Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Partner | Married (spouse’s details private) |
| Children | 2 |
| Occupations | Banking executive, CEO of FCMB |
| Net Worth | Not publicly available |
Early Life and Education
Born in Lagos State, Nigeria, in the late 1960s, Yemisi Edun earned her Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University).
Yemisi further pursued a Master’s degree in International Accounting and Finance from the University of Liverpool in the UK.
She is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and holds the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation.
Additionally, she is an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, the Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, and the Information Systems Audit and Control Institute in the USA.
Career
Yemisi Edun started her career in 1987 at Akintola Williams Deloitte, where she specialized in corporate finance and audit services for banks and financial institutions.
She joined FCMB in 2000 as the Divisional Head of Internal Audit and Control. Over the years, she progressed to the role of Chief Financial Officer before serving as acting CEO.
In May 2021, she was officially appointed the Managing Director and CEO of FCMB. Under her leadership, the bank has achieved consistent growth and witnessed a significant rise in its share price.
Personal Life
Yemisi Edun is married with two children. She maintains a private personal life, with little public information available about her spouse or family.
Yemisi Edun Net Worth
Yemisi Edun’s net worth as of 2025 is estimated to be around ₦80 billion, which is approximately $54 million. This valuation is based on her earnings as the Managing Director and CEO of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), including salary, bonuses, and shareholdings in the bank, as well as her investments in real estate and other business ventures. She ranks among the wealthiest bank CEOs in Nigeria
Awards and Recognition
In 2023, Yemisi Edun was named Banker of the Year by Leadership Newspaper in recognition of her leadership at FCMB, particularly in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises and facilitating credit access for small businesses.
