The reappointment of Dr. Walton Ekundayo Gilpin (COOR, HCIB) as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Rokel Commercial Bank (RCBank) has sparked widespread celebration within the institution, with both the Senior and Junior Staff Associations praising the decision as a vote of confidence in his transformational leadership and service to the nation.
In an official congratulatory message, the Senior Staff Association described Dr. Gilpin’s reappointment by His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio as a “well-deserved” affirmation of his exceptional performance and steadfast commitment to excellence.
“Under your dynamic and visionary stewardship, RCBank has grown in strength, reputation, and resilience,” the message reads. “Your leadership has inspired innovation, fostered a culture of accountability, and positioned the Bank as a shining model of integrity and performance within the financial sector.”
The Association reaffirmed its unwavering loyalty and pledged continued support for Dr. Gilpin’s leadership, expressing optimism that RCBank will reach even greater heights under his renewed mandate.
Similarly, the Junior Staff Association expressed heartfelt congratulations and gratitude, noting that Dr. Gilpin’s reappointment is not just a management decision but a reflection of national confidence and a powerful endorsement of his visionary leadership.
“Your leadership has been nothing short of phenomenal,” the Association stated. “You have transformed Rokel Commercial Bank into a dynamic, technology-driven institution that competes at both national and regional levels, while also empowering staff especially junior employees to pursue excellence.”
The Junior Staff Association also extended appreciation to President Bio for what they called a “wise and forward-looking decision” that reinforces his administration’s support for impactful, result-driven leadership in public institutions.
Dr. Gilpin’s reappointment is widely seen as a testament to his proven track record. Since taking the helm, he has steered RCBank through a period of remarkable growth and modernization.
One of his most significant achievements has been the successful recapitalization of the bank, increasing its operating capital from Le 91 billion to Le 271 billion. This made RCBank the first commercial bank in Sierra Leone to surpass the Central Bank’s capital requirement within a year a feat widely praised in the banking sector.
Dr. Gilpin currently oversees 18 branches and 9 outlets across the country and has demonstrated a firm commitment to expanding access to banking services. His drive for financial inclusion has seen the deployment of additional ATMs, introduction of digital banking platforms, and development of tailored financial products aimed at reaching underserved communities.
As he begins this new chapter, both senior and junior staff have reaffirmed their support and trust in his leadership, describing him as a unifying figure whose integrity, vision, and performance continue to inspire hope and pride within the institution.
