Upon reappointment by Access Holdings Plc (the Holdco’), Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede returns to the organisation after a decade as its non-executive chairman.
Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, a pioneer of the Access Bank Group and a former managing director and CEO of the bank, assumes the role of non-executive chairman, succeeding Abubakar Jimoh. Abubakar Jimoh, who is the former chairman of the HoldCo, remains on the board as an independent non-executive director.
In a statement confirming his appointment, Abubakar Jimoh said, “Aig-Imoukhuede’s appointment to the board and subsequent election as chairman is a landmark development for Access Holdings. All our board members are excited about our future.”
“In his new role as non-executive chairman, Aig-Imoukhuede will collaborate with the board of directors to oversee strategy and provide guidance to the executive management team,” the statement outlines.
Commenting on his appointment, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede said, “I am confident that working with our directors, our exceptional team of executives and our best-in-class banking and finance professionals, we will deliver outstanding value to our esteemed stakeholders. I am determined that our shared vision which Wigwe gave everything for, will be realised.”
The appointment follows the untimely passing of Herbert Wigwe, the immediate past group CEO of Access Holdings.
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/people-stroll-and-dine-under-umbrellas-in-a-lively-colorful-pedestrian-village-right-a-woman-walks-up-stone-steps-in-a-quaint.jpg?id=59966631&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=96%2C0%2C96%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>If you're looking for a mini getaway this spring, why not add one of the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/best-city-to-travel-canada-2025-lonely-planet">best places to visit in Canada for 2025</a> to your bucket list? Just a short <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/road-trips-from-montreal">road trip from Montreal</a>, this <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/visit-quebec-city-from-montreal-during-fall">quaint and cozy small city</a> has everything from outdoor adventures and mountain views to tasty eats and charming streets straight out of a fairytale.</p><p>Located under two hours from Montreal in Quebec's Laurentian Mountains, Mont-Tremblant has been ranked one of the top travel destinations in Canada by <a href="https://travel.usnews.com/rankings/best-canada-vacations/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">U.S. News & World Report</a>, and it's not hard to see why.</p><p>Coming in at 14th on the list of 15 top destinations, this quaint, European-style city was praised for its world-class skiing — especially at the iconic Mont Tremblant Ski Resort. </p><p>The surrounding Parc national du Mont-Tremblant also got a nod for its stunning natural landscape, featuring six rivers, over 400 lakes and streams, and endless hiking trails and sandy beaches.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C9C98cKA980/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p><br/>While Mont-Tremblant might be best known for its snowy slopes, the cozy city also comes alive in the summer. Tucked into the Laurentian Mountains, this charming spot becomes a warm-weather playground with scenic trails, sparkling lakes, and countless outdoor adventures.</p><p>Parc national du Mont-Tremblant is perfect for nature lovers, with miles of hiking paths, peaceful rivers, and hundreds of sparkling lakes. If you love animals too, look out for everything from deer and black bears to dozens of bird species that call the park home.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BjYEPB_HZSA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>In the Mont-Tremblant Resort, the colourful pedestrian village feels like a slice of Europe, complete with cobblestone streets, boutique shops, and sunny patios.</p><p>Downtown Mont-Tremblant (once called Saint-Jovite) offers another layer of charm. It's an idyllic spring or summer getaway spot full of art galleries, tasty local eateries, and seasonal events, from open-air concerts to farmers' markets. </p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/B7HYkXeJp3o/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Mont-Tremblant wasn't the only Quebec gem to make the list, either. </p><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebec-city-best-in-the-world-to-visit">Quebec City claimed the impressive second spot</a>, just behind Banff, earning praise for its European charm and postcard-worthy Old Quebec, where centuries-old buildings line cobblestone streets.</p><p> The report even drew comparisons to Paris, highlighting the aroma of fresh bread and espresso wafting through the quaint Quartier Petit-Champlain.</p><p>Montreal followed closely behind in fourth place, just after Niagara Falls. Dubbed "a city of juxtaposition" by U.S. News, Montreal was recognized for its unique blend of 17th-century architecture and the vibrant French culture coursing through its streets.</p><p>Here's a closer look at the full list of the top 15 <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/best-places-to-visit-in-canada">best places to visit in Canada</a> in 2025:</p><h3>Canada's best places to visit in 2025</h3><br/><ol><li>Banff</li><li><strong>Quebec City</strong></li><li>Niagara Falls</li><li><strong>Montreal</strong></li><li>Victoria & Vancouver Island</li><li>Vancouver</li><li>Toronto</li><li>Whitehorse</li><li>Whistler</li><li>Prince Edward Island</li><li>Gros Morne National Park</li><li><span></span>Cape Breton Highlands National Park</li><li>Kluane National Park and Reserve</li><li><strong>Mont-Tremblant</strong></li><li>Okanagan Valley</li></ol><p><em>Before you get going, check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/responsible-travel-guidelines" target="_blank">Responsible Travel Guide</a> so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.</em></p>
