CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, at a dinner held in Alade’s honour, said that she was leaving at a time when the ovation was loudest.

“She did so well and I had excellent relationship working with her,” he said.

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Dr. Alade also served as acting CBN governor from February to June 2014 after former governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi was suspended by ex-president, Goodluck Jonathan.