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To commemorate this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD), Creditville, a finance service group, is spotlighting women, who are part of its growth trajectory. Having been in the business since 2013, the firm now has five subsidiaries, including Creditville loans, properties, finance, Redwood assets management and Touchgold microfinance bank.

Creditville is focused on developing and continuance of digital technology deployment, innovations to support customers, provision of
alternatives to traditional banking, financial and investment services.

In this interview with IJEOMA THOMAS-ODIA, featuring five top women in the management board of Creditville, they share insight on their roles as finance experts, while harping on the impact of financially independent women.

‘A Larger Part Of Nigerians Involved In Trades Are Women’

RHODA Teriba is the Executive Director of Finance position at Creditville Group. She is a Chartered Accountant with years of
industrial experience in Audit, Information Technology (IT) and Pension Management and Administration. She graduated with a B.Sc. and M.Sc. honours in Accountancy from the University of Lagos. She possesses a Post Graduate Diploma in International Financial Reporting Standards (Dip IFRs) ACCA UK and is also an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institutes of Loan and Risk Management of Nigeria.

With your expertise as a chartered accountant, what innovations have you brought to Creditville Group?
I JOINED Creditville in May 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Creditville was able to work remotely during the lockdown. History has shown that accounting record keeping is very important to business success and growth.

Upon resumption, I built a new process workflow that aided sound reporting and documentation. Back then, there was more concentration on operational activities rather than financial/auditing preparation, which was rectified when I assumed my current role. I was able to correct this impression and built team spirit and team confidence, which eventually increased the level of compliance with accounting standards.

The timing of the audited financial statements conclusion period has experienced a high level of advancement since I joined. We also improved the compliance level from a regulatory perspective. An easy template was built for one of the CBN licensed subsidiaries (Touchgold MFB) for the rendition of reports/returns to avoid fines and penalties. We also improved on the filing of taxes and payments process.

Lastly, I led the project team for the successful migration of data to highly sophisticated softwares and conducted knowledge-sharing sessions (KSS) to close the knowledge gap among team members and improved their accounting skills.

How best can the nation deploy technology to drive financial inclusion and create social-economic opportunities, especially for women?
The 21st century has created a whole new business direction/operations model, and what was considered impossible a century ago is now the new normal. Financial inclusion recently hasbeen a major vocabulary of governments from developed, developing, and underdeveloped countries. The advancement in technology coupled withinternet accessibility has brought financial services to the click of a button.

The idea behind financial inclusion is to provide financial services that cut across transactions, payments, savings, credit, and insurance, which should be affordable, appropriate, and timely.

Nigeria has a huge population, which remains a disadvantage, because many are still excluded financially due to many factors; I may not be at liberty to fully enumerate. However, some of these factors can be turned into opportunities if well-articulated.

A larger part of Nigerians involved in trades are women and at the same time not well educated enough to navigate through some of the platforms, which will aid their transition into the financial inclusion space. Furthermore, localising technology will have an overwhelming impact on the socio-economic growth of the nation and also cause an astronomical increase in the number of banked and bankable Nigerians especially women.

For example, having these technological solutions in local dialects will increase participation and eventual adoption, which will in turn have a positive impact on our GDP. At Creditville, one of our majorgoals is to close this gap by providing a tailor-made service that meets the demands of our customers. Our innovation team is working on tools to make our APP accessible to all users, irrespective of your level of education or sophistication.

‘Women Should Educate Themselves About Money Management’
SEYI Erhiahwe is the Chief Investment Officer at Creditville Group.

She graduated from the Obafemi Awolowo with a Bachelor’s Degree in English and obtained a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Lagos. With over 13 years’ experience, her competencies cut across Portfolio Management, Sales, Business Strategy and Stakeholder Management.

Your expertise cuts across various competences in the finance sector, how are you able to hone your skills?
THROUGH the course of my professional career, I have experienced different aspects of the Nigerian financial system and been privileged to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. When you work with certain high-level professionals, they pass on some of their knowledge to you and you will definitely imbibe their work ethics.

Secondly, I invest in myself a lot. A career in finance requires you to possess a set of industry-related and interpersonal skills. I
have taken several professional courses that have helped me sharpen my skills. Before starting a new role, I take time to review the basic skills for the job position, then assess myself to see if I tick all the boxes. And then proceed to take training to level up in the areas that I’m lacking in order to provide myself with the best opportunity for success.

Lastly, I apply the finance skills that I learned from the business world to my daily life. I set weekly or monthly budgets, keep track of expenses, and conduct assessments on my future financial stability based on my current spending habits.

What investment tips do you have for women who are struggling to gain financial independence?
In the world we live in today, being financially free as a woman is no longer optional, but a basic requirement for everyone. It doesn’t matter if you’re a stay-at-home mum or a working professional; you need to be financially independent. You will be in a better position to take care of your loved ones and follow your aspirations if your finances are in order.

Right off the bat, before I share investment tips, women need to learn how to adopt a savings culture. They should set aside a specified amount for savings when creating a monthly budget; I recommend having three to six months’ worth of spending. Such funds can come in handy in the most difficult of circumstances, such as a health crisis, a job loss, or a family emergency. Women should educate themselves about money management and investing as much as they can, then seek out professional help and advice.

At Creditville, we offer various financial services such as asset management, wealth management, loans, leasing, and many more.

Our financial experts can help women to assess their risk appetite then provide various investment options based on that assessment. Women andpeople, in general, should not jump into any investment scheme without
proper professional counsel. Lastly, women should be more involved in making retirement and investment decisions and rely less on their husbands and children. It’s great if they help, but make sure you have Plan B in case they don’t.

‘Women Should Be Aggressive About Their Personal Development’
TORITSEJU Agoro is currently the Government and Regulatory Relations Manager at Creditville Group. She is a top-skilled Governance, Risk and Compliance Professional and Legal Practitioner with a solid track record of seamless corporate and commercial practice.

Agoro is passionate about professional development and has regularly undertaken several local and international trainings and certifications over the years to boost her technical expertise.

You are passionate about professional development and with your key role at Creditville, what has been the impact of your activities?
AS the Company Secretary and Head of Legal of Creditville Group, I am responsible for effectively managing the legal, governance, and compliance affairs of the Group’s business. Knowledge gained from consistently building professional capacity has armed me with the tools to be strategic in my daily responsibilities, ask relevant questions to better understand the company’s strategy, make smarter and better business decisions and given me the confidence and capability to engage with the business and its stakeholders.

Our vision at the Creditville Group is to be Africa’s most reliable financial services provider and I recognise the risks that changing legal and regulatory requirements pose to the attainment of this vision. Combining innovative techniques gained from my professional development and experience garnered over the years, I have been able to ensure the company keeps up to date with its legal and regulatory obligations, mitigated the risks of non-compliance, deployed an effective horizon scanning solution and ensure our staff appreciate the importance of compliance to all regulations, thus placing our business on a sustainable path.

How can we get more women to become successful and rise to the top as you have done? What tips do you have for younger women?
By encouraging women to be responsible for, and aggressive about their personal development and not wait on their organisations for their career growth. This way, more women can confidently showcase their expertise in the right way when the occasion arises, whether by leading interesting work projects, getting involved in trainings, speaking opportunities etc, thus raising their profile. I also encourage women to regularly review their career or business paths and consider how it aligns with their long-term plans.

We need to regularly network amongst ourselves, build each other up by mentoring or sponsoring fellow women so together ‘We can break the bias’. We should engage regularly with women-focused initiatives in order to get first-hand information on high-level opportunities.

My final advice to the younger women is a valuable lesson I have recently imbibed, focus on your circle of influence (things you can control, change and influence) rather than your circle of concern (things you have no control over), this way, you are able to make an impact which allows you grow your influence and set you up for higher responsibilities.

‘To Succeed As A Woman, You Must Create Exclusive Timing For Your Career And Family’
SENAMI Atika is the Head, Marketing and Communications at Creditville Group. A Creative Arts graduate of the University of Lagos, who later took a course in Strategic Marketing at the prestigious 02 Academy in Lagos, she has a well-rounded skill set in brand management.

What informed your decision to focus on Strategic Marketing, and how has CreditVille helped you evolve?
WHAT is a business without Brand, Marketing, and Communications? Well, back in the university, I had a part-time job where I had to market certain products, and every time I was able to convince anyone to buy a product or take an action towards purchasing, I felt intense and immense fulfillment. This was when I discovered my knack for growing businesses and of course, a passion for innovative thinking, success, and creativity. After which I furthered studying Strategic Marketing at the prestigious 02 Academy, which perfected my skills.

Creditville is a place for anyone looking for a growth opportunity, especially at the leadership level. Although I had been saddled with various leadership responsibilities in the past, but working with Creditville helped refine and redefine what leadership means. In addition, the company has also provided so many growth opportunities ranging from mentorship to training, networking opportunities, etc.

Every employee is a priority to the management, which is quite rare to come by. It’s been an honour being part of this prestigious organisation and I look forward to doing greater things.

What advice do you have for women who are seeking to balance their career roles and family life, what tips do you have for them?
Firstly, create exclusive timing for both parties; Your career and personal/family life must get adequate attention. For example, dedicate 8 am-5 pm for work, while after work hours remain strictly for the family. There are times work might spill over, but do not make it a habit.

Secondly, ensure you spell out how much you love your job to your partner, and carry him along every step of the way. The more information they have, the more they understand your passion and remain understanding irrespective. Lastly, ensure you do what you love, because the moment you’re frustrated at work, it will affect your attitude at home, which might sometimes result in both your job and family suffering.

‘Finding The Right People, Ensuring Retention Is Key To Organisational Growth’
ADAOBI Ogueri is the Human Resources Manager at Creditville Group. She has over a decade industrial experience in Human Capital Management and Talent Acquisition; Health and Safety; Compensation, Benefit and Performance Management. She holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of Wales, Swansea and a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Ibadan. She is a member of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and a certified Professional in Human Resources international (PHRi).

With your years of experience in Human Capital Management and Talent Acquisition, Health, how has it enhanced your job at CreditVille?
As the head of Human resources, I am responsible for effectively managing the human capital and talent acquisition of the group. People drive organisations; finding the right people and ensuring retention is key to organisational growth and success. Knowledge gained from consistently building professional capacity has equipped me with the tools to be strategic in my daily responsibilities as well as implement the people strategy of the group.

You wear many hats, how do you combine them including family life and still be at your best?
First of all, I am grateful to have the right support systems both in my personal life and professional life. For working professionals, wearing multiple hats has to do with balance, getting your career off the ground requires a fierce commitment to your organisation, the ability to seamlessly and quickly switch between critical tasks, and a degree of balance that everyone should master.

You have to find time for your family and the things you love. I try as much as possible to leave work at work and focus on my family when I get home. We go the extra mile in my home to create family bonding activities at least once a month. These cherished moments with them actually refresh me and melt all the work stress away, leaving me recharged and ready for my next task.

To commemorate this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD), Creditville, a finance service group, is spotlighting women, who are part of its growth trajectory. Having been in the business since 2013, the firm now has five subsidiaries, including Creditville loans, properties, finance, Redwood assets management and Touchgold microfinance bank.

IWD: Creditville celebrates women driving financial inclusion

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Creditville Group has acquired TouchGold Microfinance Bank. The firm said the acquisition has propelled it to initiate its digital innovation – C Money powered by TouchGold MFB.

The digital banking app was created to make financial transactions easier for the average Nigerian. It offered users competitive interest rates on investment/savings and the ability to transact seamlessly, a statement said.

“We are confident that the full acquisition of TouchGold will avail Creditville opportunity to reach and serve our customers better while creating more jobs and financing Nigerians for a good life.

“The group places a strong emphasis on making banking easy and convenient, which will help achieve our overall objective of being one of the best fintech companies in Africa,” Group Managing Director, Creditville Group, Richard Rotoye.

“The acquisition provides Creditville with opportunity to compete with other digital banking platforms. It gives us room to show our ability and disrupt the FinTech ecosystem in Nigeria. Our goal is to offer secure innovative technology and service that makes saving, lending, paying bills and investing simpler” said the Chief Investment Officer, Creditville, Seyi Erhiahwe.

Creditville Group has acquired TouchGold Microfinance Bank. The firm said the acquisition has propelled it to initiate its digital innovation – C Money powered by TouchGold MFB.

Creditville acquires TouchGold MFB

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In the bid to serve Nigerians better, Creditville, a financial technology proprietary group, has fully acquired CBN licensed Microfinance Bank, TouchGold. This acquisition propels Creditville for the launch of its latest digital innovation- C Money powered by TouchGold MFB.

This digital banking App was created to make the average Nigerian’s financial life easier. It offers users competitive interest rates on investment/savings, ability to transact seamlessly, take loans, pay bills, purchase airtime, and many more services from the comfort of their mobile phones.

“Following receipt of regulatory approvals, we are confident that the full acquisition of TouchGold Microfinance Bank will avail Creditville the opportunity to reach and serve our customers better, while creating more jobs and financing Nigerians for a good life. Creditville Group places a strong emphasis on making banking easy and convenient, which will help achieve our overall objective of being one of the best fintech companies in Africa.” – Richard Rotoye, Group Managing Director, Creditville Group.

In the bid to serve Nigerians better, Creditville, a financial technology proprietary group, has fully acquired CBN licensed Microfinance Bank, TouchGold. This acquisition propels Creditville for the launch of its latest digital innovation- C Money powered by TouchGold MFB.

Creditville Group acquires 100% of TouchGold Microfinance Bank

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Developing new skills is vital so that organizations and their collaborators can adapt and survive in this era of accelerated technological change. Precisely, the Talent Summit Africa 2021 powered by elev8 in will bring together executives from all industries and leaders in talent management to lay out the roadmap towards a new digital workforce.

The event which will take place virtually on Friday, November 26 will be a space for conversation and analysis about the professional transformation that the African region and the world require.

The forum is aimed at professionals in the talent sector such as recruiters, HR managers, people & culture, business leaders, operations managers, and workers in the IT sector.

“Over the past year, we have seen a gap in tech talent both in the public and private sectors. We believe it is important to have a space for analysis on the professional and global transformation required by not just Nigeria, but Africa to succeed in the new digital era,” said Lars Johannisson, Country Manager of elev8 education Nigeria.

Different executives from all sectors will address future skills, digital acceleration, upskilling/reskilling, lifelong learning, Power Skills, among others. Speakers at The Talent Summit Africa 2021 include Oluwaseun Solanke, VP/CIO Airtel Nigeria; Richard Rotoye, MD Creditville; Obinna Ukonu – Country Digital & Technology Platform Director Nigerian Bottling Company, Nsikak John -Head, Enterprise Innovation Hub NGX.
Investing in talent management brings multiple benefits for companies, their employees and also serves as solid support for the development of countries. A 2019 PwC report titled Talent Trends 2019: Upskilling for a Digital World revealed that 46% of CEOs surveyed say that reskilling and upskilling are the essential steps to close a potential skills gap in the future.



Developing new skills is vital so that organizations and their collaborators can adapt and survive in this era of accelerated technological change. Precisely, the Talent Summit Africa 2021 powered by elev8 in will bring together executives from all industries and leaders in talent management to lay out the roadmap towards a new digital workforce.

Experts to analyze the future of work in Africa at the Talent Summit Africa 2021

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A financial service firm, Creditville Group, and HerNetwork, an inspirational and lifestyle platform, recently gathered over 30 businesswomen to a brunch in Lagos, to close the 2022 international women’s month (March).

The event was initiated by the group to promote financial literacy and enable a broader understanding of savings and investment opportunities in Africa. It also created a platform for dialogue between the parties to address the benefits of loans and leasing in Nigeria.

The company also empowered two Nigerian women, Chigozie Jennifer Offiah and Adesola Araoye with a cash prize of N100,000 each to accelerate their small businesses.

Seyi Erhiahwe, chief investment officer of Crediville, who was the keynote speaker, emphasised the imperative of savings and investments, saying “either as a salary earner or business owner, we should cultivate a savings habit. The right habit is to save before spending, and not the other way round’’.

She explained that savings have been made easier with the C Money App which offers a variety of savings products for as low as N1000. The C Money App, an initiative of TouchGold Microfinance Bank, which was recently acquired by Creditville, comes with features that make savings easier.

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Seyi advised the women to ensure they not only save and invest but work towards a diversified investment portfolio. She said one of the subsidiaries of the group, Redwood Asset Management, regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was established to provide investment advice to customers.

According to her, Creditville also supports women through a specially designed loan product – ‘Lady Flexy’, designed to encourage women in the corporate world to enjoy the benefit of low-interest rates and convenient repayment.

“The goal is to enhance financial inclusion and promote women empowerment,” she said.

Speaking also, Senami Atika, head of marketing and communications, said the group’s commitment to promoting gender equality in the workplace, she said.

Senami noted that the company regularly seeks avenues to elevate, promote and celebrate women in business, which is why this initiative was conceptualised. Highlights of the event included interactive sessions where attendees shared a bit about themselves and their businesses.



A financial service firm, Creditville Group, and HerNetwork, an inspirational and lifestyle platform, recently gathered over 30 businesswomen to a brunch in Lagos, to close the 2022 international women’s month (March).

Creditville Group Empowers Women

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Creditville, one of Nigeria’s most renowned fintech groups, garnered top awards as Africa’s Most Innovative Lending Service Brand of the year and Most Admired Consumer Finance & Investment Company of the Year organized by Africa Brands Media and West Africa Innovation Awards 2021 respectively.

With its stated goal of providing innovative and affordable financial services to improve the quality of life, Creditville has strived over time to become the one-stop shop of choice for all financial needs, which mostly encompass investment, lending, and leasing.

Speaking with the press, Richard Rotoye, the managing director at Creditville Group, expressed his excitement at the awards and also highlighted the importance of innovative financial inclusion methods in Nigeria, particularly in the post-Covid era.

“We are delighted about these two awards. Over the years, Creditville has continually strived to be Africa’s most reliable financial service provider, and we are honored to see our hard work recognized,” Rotoye said.

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He further adds, “Financial inclusion for all is one of our core values, and we are dedicated to achieving it through innovative and sustainable business practices.”

Recently, the company launched a new app called C Money, an innovative digital all-in-one app with the goal of helping users save, invest and take loans all in one place, as well as transact all in one platform. The C Money app is available for download on Google Play Store and iOS store.

“Ultimately, these acknowledgements serve as motivation for us to continue on this great path of making sure economic growth is sustainable,” Rotoye says.

Also commenting on the wins, Senami Atika, the head of marketing and communication, Creditville Group, reiterated that their recognition in these categories is truly an honor, and it is exciting to see that their efforts are paying off.

“In an effort to make sure everyone is served; we have embarked and are still embarking on several financial inclusion initiatives and we at Creditville will continue to implement our influence and shape the financial sector on the continent,” Aktika said.

Creditville, one of Nigeria’s most renowned fintech groups, garnered top awards as Africa’s Most Innovative Lending Service Brand of the year and Most Admired Consumer Finance & Investment Company of the Year organized by Africa Brands Media and West Africa Innovation Awards 2021 respectively.

Creditville Group Wins Big; Bags Two Innovation Awards

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Awarding-winning finance and lending service company, Creditville Group and HerNetwork (A global inspirational & lifestyle platform for Women), hosted over 30 prominent businesswomen to a brunch session in Victoria Island, Lagos on the 25th March, 2022 to close out international women’s month.

This inaugural event is an initiative by the group to promote financial literacy and enable a broader understanding of savings and investment opportunities in Africa. It also created a platform for dialogue between the parties to address the benefits of loans and leasing in Nigeria.

The company also empowered two Nigerian women, Chigozie Jennifer Offiah and Adesola Araoye with the cash prize of ₦100,000 each to accelerate their small businesses.

Awarding-winning finance and lending service company, Creditville Group and HerNetwork (A global inspirational & lifestyle platform for Women), hosted over 30 prominent businesswomen to a brunch session in Victoria Island, Lagos on the 25th March, 2022 to close out international women’s month.



How Creditville Group is empowering women and promoting financial literacy in Nigeria

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How 4Point is Breaking Home Ownership Barrier Across Africa by Wale Olayanju

One of a few Nigerian business leaders whose tenacity and innovative thinking have set them apart as is Wale Olayanju, CEO, 4Point Property, one of Nigeria’s property development companies making a significant stride in creating affordable eco-friendly homes.

An alumnus of the University of Ilorin and the Lagos Business School, as well as management skills acquired from the Metropolitan School of Business and Management (United Kingdom), Marcforte Business Consulting, Wale is an astute business professional with over 13 years’ experience across construction, sales, communications and brand management among others. He was conferred Doctor of Science (D. Sc. Hons) Degree in Property Management & Estate Development by European American University in Republic of Panama in 2021. A consummate professional with a passion for excellence, Wale also doubles as the CEO of The Amari and Errandpadi Logistics.

Growth Strategies at 4Point Property

We are customer-centric and result driven. Our vision remains on creating value, from providing land ownership opportunities to investments and construction, we are committed to consistently creating new innovations in real estate that guarantees high return on investment.

Trust is a key driver of off-plan property sales, now of purchase, we are essentially selling a promise rather than a tangible product. Therefore, without trust, there would be no off-plan sales. There is a direct correlation between customer trust levels and the success of 4point Property. Trust can only be achieved through transparency in today’s digital era of immediate knowledge transfer. We always listen to the voice of our customers in addition to delivering on our promise. We consistently uphold affordability and high quality as a guiding principles in the delivery of all projects.

Moreover, we are committed to the highest levels of transparency in everything we do. Investors and stakeholders must be kept up to date on completion progress and allocation, company announcements, and any other information that is relevant and useful to them. This is what 4point has continued to focus on and this has been very key to our growth.

4Point contribution to Nigeria’s Housing Deficit

Affordability has been identified as a key barrier to home ownership in Nigeria, we were able to recognize this prevailing setback and proactively introduced an extended payment scheme that allows home owners and subscribers extend their payment up to 18 months at minimal mortgage rate. What makes customers the happiest, though, is a strong return on their investment. The convenient and flexible payment plans we created are put in place to cater to customer needs and are an adaptation to the changing market sentiment being guided by the growing interest in moving from rental living to owned homes. The Rose Gardens Series developed by 4point Real Estate are strategically located at Magboro, Aseese, Simawa, Orimerunmu and Mowe in Ogun State, Nigeria.

4Point in the future

We are committed to our international mission of developing lifestyles and enriching the lives of our residents with a focus on catalyzing the vision and development of the markets that we operate in. We intend to become the real estate developer of choice for the new generation, working together with the leadership of Nigeria and Africa to continuously innovate.

We foresee a future where Nigerians fully trust their development partners to deliver as promised because they can be trusted to keep their words, we foresee a Nigeria where property buyers confidently subscribe to off plan projects that are built to exact specification and delivered within the pre-communicated time without failure or excuses.

4point real estate is driving the reality of this future and with every milestone achieved we move one step closer to making it a reality.

One of a few Nigerian business leaders whose tenacity and innovative thinking have set them apart as is Wale Olayanju, CEO, 4Point Property, one of Nigeria’s property development companies making a significant stride in creating affordable eco-friendly homes.

How harnessing digital technology accelerated Creditville's growth by Rotoye

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The Talent Summit Africa 2021 holds on Friday, November 26, 2021, with a line of experts set to analyze the future of work and talent management in Africa.

Powered by elev8, the Talent Summit Africa 2021 will bring together executives from all industries and leaders in talent management to lay out the roadmap towards a new digital workforce.

With the forum set to discuss topics around future skills, digital acceleration, upskilling/reskilling, lifelong learning, power skills, among others, meet the speakers for the Talent Summit Africa 2021

Oluwaseun Solanke  

Oluwaseun is the Vice President and CIO at Airtel Nigeria. With over 25 years of experience in Information technology and senior leadership roles covering telecoms and Financial Services, he has worked across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Oluwaseun is considered an expert in FinTech and RegTech leveraging service automation technologies such as AI/ML/RPA/NLP as well as other innovative technologies around Blockchain and Big Data.

At the Talent Summit, Oluwaseun would be speaking on “How Digital Transformation Will Secure a Sustainable Future for Africa”

Lars Johannisson 

Lars is the Country Managing Director at Elev8 Nigeria. He has international experience as MD/CEO in Telecommunications/ICT, Renewables, and Professional services in Sub Saharan Africa, Europe, Latin America.

Over the years, he has been entrusted with leadership positions in large, transformative, high-tech, fast-moving organizations together with qualified peers and teams

Lars work in cross-functional organizations and with C-/Board Level engagements has enabled him to identify the levers that determine a “sustainable impact”.

He would be speaking on “The Power of Skilling as a Business Growth Strategy”

Wale Olokodana

Wale is the Director of Microsoft Consulting Services – Middle East and Africa –  Multi-Country Cluster Region.

He is an experienced technology professional with financial and business acumen derived from 21 years in IT industry, with a career spanning sales, marketing, business, and technical leadership as well as, technology consulting and advisory.

Wale has worked with leading technology and telecommunications companies in Nigeria such as Allied Computers, Resources Limited, and MTN Nigeria. 

He would be speaking on “Driving Talent Development with AI and Data”

Bayo Adesanya

Bayo is the Chief Digital Officer for AXA Mansard Insurance Plc. He leads the Digital and Business Transformation strategy of the Company and is responsible for growing its e-commerce business. 

He oversees the development, improvement, and day-to-day operations of the Company’s digital channels and supporting eco-systems through which select general and health insurance, as well as savings and investments products, are purchased online. 

Prior to joining AXA Mansard, he worked for 12 years as a Strategy consultant on major engagements to improve the performance of organizations through the articulation of their strategies and transformation of their structures, systems, and people

He would be speaking on “The Evolution of Digital Skills in the Healthcare Industry”

Yvonne Ige

Yvonne is the COO at AppZone, She is experienced in optimizing business processes, steering management decision-making through business intelligence & financial analysis, go-to-market strategy, managing cross-functional teams, driving budget implementation, and coordinating key projects resulting in revenue and business growth.

Skilled in Building healthy stakeholder relationships, Developing the full capacity of teams to achieve set targets, Negotiation Skills, and Analytical Skills. 

Yvonne has demonstrated competency in improving service delivery and ensuring client satisfy action.

She would be speaking on “Cutting Edge in Fintech”

The Talent Summit Africa 2021 will also have a panel session with a focused discussion on “Future and Jobs: The Implication and role on people, businesses and the government”.

The panellists for this session include Emmanuel Abegunde, HRBP East & West Africa, NielsenIQ; Richard Rotoye, Group Managing Director, Creditville Group Limited; Obinna Ukonu, Country Digital and Technology Platform Director, Coca Cola; Emmanuel Mimshach Obioha, Country Manager, TeleSoftas; Nsikak John, Head, Enterprise Innovation Hub; Ireayo Oladunjoye, Head Startups, LSETF.

To learn more and register free for Talent Summit Africa 2021, visit www.elev8.education/talentsummitafrica

About elev8 

Elev8 is a global academy for digital leaders that offer executive programs, specialized and tailored training, courses and certifications in IT based on new technologies and their application to business.  The academy has offices in the United States, Bulgaria, Vietnam, Nigeria, the Middle East, and Costa Rica. For more information visit the website: www.elev8.education

The Talent Summit Africa 2021 holds on Friday, November 26, 2021, with a line of experts set to analyze the future of work and talent management in Africa.

