Benjamin L.Mapac

Benjamin L.Mapac

Managing Director / CEO

Mr. Benjamin L. Mapac brings over 15 years of banking experience across community and microfinance banking sectors. He began his career at Maymat Information & Publishing Nigeria Ltd before joining Bukuru Community Bank (now Highland MFB), where he served in key roles including Head of Credit & Marketing, Head of Fund Processing, and Head of Operations.

He led the bank’s transition from manual to computerized systems, spearheaded PAR reduction strategies, and introduced the innovative group lending model that grew the bank’s outreach rapidly.

Mr. Mapac holds an MBA from ATBU Bauchi, PGD in Professional Accounting from Nigeria College of Accountancy, and is a Certified National Accountant (CNA), Microfinance Certified Banker (MCIB), and Senior Chartered Public Manager (SCPM). He is an alumnus of Plateau State Polytechnic and Kaduna Polytechnic.

He is actively involved in development work and currently chairs the Bokkos Elite Initiative for Development and serves on the COCIN Bukuru Empowerment & Welfare Committee.

Mrs. Laitu Ayuba Bot, MCIB

Mrs. Laitu Ayuba Bot, MCIB

Head of Operations

Mrs. Laitu Bot brings over 24 years of banking experience, having served in both Jos Community Bank and the former Bukuru Community Bank. She has worked across various roles including Cashier, Fund Processing Officer, Head of Accounts & Reconciliation, Acting Head of Credit & Marketing, and now as Head of Operations.

She holds an HND and ND in Accounting & Finance from Plateau State Polytechnic and an ND in Banking from the University of Jos. She is also a Microfinance Certified Banker (MCIB) and a member of CIBN.

Her expertise in operations management ensures the seamless execution of banking services across all customer touchpoints.

Mrs. Simi Pam Chollom

Mrs. Simi Pam Chollom

Acting Head of Credit & Marketing

Mrs. Simi Pam Chollom is a seasoned banker with about 15 years of experience in microfinance banking. She began her career with Highland Microfinance Bank in 2011 and has steadily advanced through key roles in credit management and marketing.

Career Highlights

  • Acting Head of Credit & Marketing – 2022 – Present

  • Recovery Officer / Loan Supervisor, Highland MFB – 2016 – 2022

  • Marketer / Loan Officer, Highland MFB – 2011 – 2016

Mrs. Chollom holds both an HND and ND in Accounting & Finance from Plateau State Polytechnic. She is a Microfinance Certified Banker (MCIB) and a proud Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN).

She is happily married and blessed with children.

Mr. Istifanus Timothy, MCIB

Mr. Istifanus Timothy, MCIB

Acting Internal Auditor/Risk Manager

Mr. Istifanus Timothy brings over two decades of experience in the banking industry, spanning community and microfinance banking since 2002. He began his career at Bukuru Community Bank (now Highland Microfinance Bank) and has held key positions across operations, risk management, and internal audit.

Career Highlights

  • Acting Internal Auditor / Risk Manager – 2024 – Present

  • Risk Manager – 2022 – Present

  • Acting Internal Auditor, Highland MFB – 2020 – 2022

  • FPU / Cash Officer, Highland MFB – 2008 – 2020

  • Clerk / Cashiering / Waste Unit, Bukuru Community Bank Nig. Ltd. – 2002 – 2008

  • Served periodically as Acting Head of Operations

Mr. Timothy holds an HND in Accountancy and is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). He is dedicated to ensuring transparency, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls in the bank’s operations.

Outside of work, he enjoys a fulfilling family life and is happily married with children.