The National Bank of Kenya board has sent its chief executive Munir Ahmed and five top managers on forced leave to pave the way for a detailed audit. Mr. Ahmed, who has served as chief executive for the last four years, will step aside pending an internal audit, hinting at corporate governance issues within the lender. The bank did not disclose the names of the other five managers.

NBK has appointed Wilfred Musau, who joined it six months ago, in an acting capacity.