Stanbic IBTC Risk, Sustainability Chief, Leye-Odeyemi receives Mirror Excellence Award

L-R: South-West Regional Editor of Authority Newspaper, High Chief John Silas, presenting The Mirror Newspaper Excellence Award – Heroes of Our Time to Head, HoldCo Risk, Sustainability & Capital Management, Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, Mrs. Tosin Leye-Odeyemi, while The Mirror Newspaper Managing Director, Rev. Stanley Ihedigbo, watches during the award presentation held on June 10, 2026.

Michael Olumide

Head, HoldCo Risk, Sustainability and Capital Management at Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, Mrs. Tosin Leye-Odeyemi, has received The Mirror Newspaper Excellence Award – Heroes of Our Time in recognition of her outstanding contributions to corporate governance, risk management, sustainability, and business leadership.

Mrs. Leye-Odeyemi received the award in her office during a presentation visit by representatives of The Mirror Newspaper.

The award was presented by the South-West Regional Editor of Authority Newspaper, High Chief John Silas, while The Mirror Newspaper Managing Director, Rev. Stanley Ihedigbo, witnessed the presentation.

Presenting the award, High Chief John Silas commended Mrs. Leye-Odeyemi for her professionalism, dedication, and commitment to advancing sustainable business practices within Nigeria’s financial services sector.

He noted that her leadership and contributions have continued to set high standards in risk management, sustainability, and corporate governance.

According to Ihedigbo, the Heroes of Our Time Award recognizes individuals whose leadership, innovation, integrity, and service have positively impacted their organizations and contributed significantly to national development.

Receiving the award in her office, Mrs. Leye-Odeyemi expressed gratitude to The Mirror Newspaper for the honour, describing the recognition as both humbling and inspiring.

She said the award would further motivate her to champion excellence, responsible corporate leadership, and sustainable growth within the financial services industry.

Speaking during the presentation, the newspaper Managing Director explained that the award was a recognition of Mrs. Leye-Odeyemi’s remarkable professional achievements and her commitment to promoting sustainability and sound corporate governance.

He noted that her contributions have made her a worthy recipient of the honour.

The Mirror Newspaper Excellence Award – Heroes of Our Time is regarded as a platform dedicated to recognizing exceptional individuals whose work continues to make meaningful impacts in their professions, organizations, and communities.

The award celebrates Nigerians whose excellence, leadership, and service inspire positive change and national development.