ABSTRACT
A research into the spiral growth of banks in Nigeria: manpower problems and solutions cannot be over-emphasized.  In pursuance of this investigation, the researcher formulated four research objectives.  Utilized library and sample survey techniques.
Data were gathered through primary and secondary sources.  The data gathered were then analyzed using tabular and textual modes of data presentation.
The major finding of the research was that the institutional arrangements available to the banking industry to train and develop its manpower in order to match the growth in the industry are adequate and sufficient; yet, the banking industry has not trained and developed its manpower resource base to match the growth in the industry.  It was further discovered that the problems being encountered by banks due to inadequate manpower included frequent poaching of professionally trained staff, higher compensation levels, considerable dilution of standards, high and widespread on utilization of modern management techniques, poor banking services and weak internal control.  Others included bad loan portfolio problems, contravention of statutory regulations, unethical credit pelicans and other unacceptable practices.
Some recommendations were made, which if implemented would guarantee an abundant and professional trained manpower for the banking industry.