The National Bank of Ethiopia announced the appointment of H.E. Dr. Eyob Tekalign Tolina as its new Governor. Dr. Eyob most recently served as State Minister at the Ministry of Finance and previously held a ministerial role in charge of the National Planning Commission. His experience also includes work with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, COMESA, UNCTAD, the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation, as well as a private sector role as a director at SGI Frontier Capital. He holds a master’s degree from George Washington University and a PhD in Political Economy from the University of Maryland School of Public Policy.
National Bank of Ethiopia 2025-09-22
National Bank of Ethiopia names former Finance State Minister Dr. Eyob Tekalign Tolina as Governor
The National Bank of Ethiopia appointed H.E. Dr. Eyob Tekalign Tolina as its new Governor. Dr. Eyob previously served as State Minister at the Ministry of Finance and has extensive experience with international organizations and the private sector.