Background
Emem Almond Bob is the Honourable Commissioner for Finance, Akwa Ibom State. A distinguished son of Mkpa Eto in Onna Local Government Area. He was born on September 1, 1972. He is a Nigerian citizen and a devout Christian.
Work Experience
With over 23 years of experience in the banking sector, Emem Almond Bob is a seasoned finance professional and an accomplished economic development expert. His extensive career in banking has spanned several leading financial institutions including United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), Fidelity Bank Plc, Heritage Bank Plc, and All States Trust Bank. Throughout his banking journey, he has led high-performing teams and delivered exceptional results in areas such as business development, customer relationship management, profit center oversight, credit management, and strategic growth initiatives.
His exceptional performance earned him numerous accolades, notably the Best Relationship Manager Award for the Cross River and Akwa Ibom Region (CRA), which he won for three consecutive years.
In the public sector, Mr. Bob brought his financial acumen and leadership to bear as the Honourable Commissioner for Economic Development (2022–2025). During his tenure, he successfully oversaw key developmental milestones including:
The timely preparation and submission of the State Capital Budget
Production of the 2023–2025 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP)
Publication of the 2019–2021 Statistical Year Books for Akwa Ibom State
Coordination, supervision, and monitoring of the implementation and disbursement of various phases of the AK-CARES program
His commitment to service extends to various strategic committees in the State, where he has held leadership roles such as:
Chairman, Credit Committee, Ibom Fadama Microfinance Bank
Chairman, Investment Committee, Akwa Ibom State Investment Corporation
Chairman, AK-CARES Steering Committee
Board member, Ibom Air
Board Member, Anchor Insurance
Supervisory Commissioner, Ministry of Special Duties and Ibom Deep Seaport.
Education Background
Mr. Bob holds an MBA from the University of Port Harcourt Business School.
Professional Membership
He is a Fellow of several prestigious professional bodies, including:
Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria
Chartered Institute of Loans and Risk Management of Nigeria
Institute of Management Consultants
He is also an Associate Member of:
Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria
Institute of Management and Strategic Studies
Emem Almond Bob continues to serve with integrity, vision, and an unwavering commitment to the economic growth and financial stability of Akwa Ibom State.