With over 20 years of experience in finance, investment, and professional development, he is a seasoned expert recognised for his strategic insight, leadership, and commitment to excellence in the financial services industry.
Babatunde holds a distinguished academic and professional portfolio, including:
- B.Sc. (Hons.) from Ogun State University
- MBA in General Management from Assam Don Bosco University, India
- Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
- Chartered Member (MCSI), Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), UK
- Associate Chartered Stockbroker (ACS), Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS)
- Currently pursuing a prestigious 3-in-1 Chartered Banker MBA across Scotland, Nigeria, and Wales
Areas of Expertise
- Investment Management
- Financial Strategy & Analysis
- Talent Development & Training
- Digital & Remote Learning
- Conference & Examination Coordination
- eLearning Implementation
- Emotional Intelligence Advocacy
- Green & Sustainable Finance
Key Achievements
- Managed portfolios exceeding ₦3.5 billion, consistently delivering significant returns
- Led examinations and capacity-building initiatives for Nigerian professionals in both money and capital market
- Designed curricula and professional training programs to elevate industry standards
- Championed remote proctoring and eLearning systems, modernizing professional certification processes
- Spearheaded content creation for digital learning platforms
- Contributed to the demutualization of the Nigerian Stock Exchange
Leadership Roles
- Director, Capacity Building, Certification & Standards – Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN)
- Former Head of:
- Finance, Accounts & Administration
- Membership Services
- Examinations & Capacity Development – Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS)
Advocacy & Passion
Babatunde is a strong advocate for emotional intelligence and digital learning as transformative tools in professional development. He is passionate about mentoring young professionals, enhancing institutional capacity, and driving excellence within Nigeria's financial sector.
Babatunde's unwavering dedication, proven leadership, and broad expertise make him a respected voice and trusted authority in the finance and investment ecosystem.