Opeyemi Omololu OKESOLA

Chief Information Officer (CIO) | Technology Executive
Lagos, NG.

About

Innovative and results-driven Technology Executive with over 15 years of progressive leadership in enterprise technology strategy, digital transformation, and IT operations. Proven expertise in aligning IT initiatives with business goals to drive growth and operational efficiency across insurance, banking, and consulting sectors. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing complex IT portfolios, and delivering scalable, secure solutions that leverage data analytics and business process reengineering to create competitive advantage.

Work

Mutual Benefits Assurance PLC
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Group CIO

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Developed and executed group-wide ICT strategy, significantly improving operational efficiency and cybersecurity across diverse financial entities.

Highlights

Developed and executed an ICT strategy that boosted operational efficiency by 25% across General, Life, and Microfinance Bank entities.

Successfully implemented enterprise systems (GIS, LMS, CRM, FMS), reducing manual processes by 40% and improving data accuracy.

Established robust cybersecurity protocols, leading to a 60% reduction in security incidents within the first year.

Led ICT procurement and vendor governance, achieving 15% cost savings through strategic negotiations.

Introduced an ICT governance framework that improved project delivery timelines by 30%.

Tangerine Life Insurance
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Head, IT

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Led the full-scale digitalization and IT operations for Tangerine Life, successfully deploying core services and enhancing customer engagement.

Highlights

Spearheaded comprehensive digitalization, launching Customer DIY Portal, Agency Portal, and Mobile App to restore core services and improve customer engagement.

Directed multi-business unit IT operations and infrastructure, ensuring 99.9% uptime and compliance with global standards.

Implemented ITIL-based service management, reducing incident resolution time by 40%.

Strengthened cybersecurity posture, decreasing security incidents by 60%.

Collaborated with stakeholders to reduce technical debt by over 70%, optimizing system efficiency.

African Alliance Insurance PLC
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Deputy CIO

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Designed and executed a 5-year digital transformation roadmap, enhancing customer satisfaction and optimizing business processes for African Alliance Insurance.

Highlights

Designed and executed a 5-year digital transformation roadmap, increasing customer satisfaction scores by 35%.

Led a 27-member cross-functional team to reengineer business processes, reducing turnaround time by 50%.

Oversaw EDMS implementation, achieving an 80% reduction in paper usage and 60% faster document retrieval.

Defined and implemented enterprise architecture supporting 99.9% system uptime and scalability for future growth.

Reduced vendor-related risks by 40% through enhanced contract and SLA management.

African Alliance Insurance PLC
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Manager IT

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Managed IT operations and infrastructure, improving compliance, reducing downtime, and fostering digital service adoption within African Alliance Insurance.

Highlights

Implemented IT policies that improved compliance audit scores by 20%.

Managed IT infrastructure upgrades across over 10 branches, reducing downtime by 70%.

Contributed to strategic planning initiatives, resulting in a 25% growth in digital service adoption.

Trained over 100 staff members, enhancing software utilization and reducing support tickets by 30%.

Infinitus Consult
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Senior Software Developer/Country Manager

Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Summary

Led consultancy services, software development, and team management for Infinitus Consult in Ghana, delivering high-performance banking applications and client solutions.

Highlights

Oversaw consultancy services for clients in Ghana, ensuring successful project delivery.

Architected, designed, and developed non-core banking applications for financial institutions.

Led a team of IT professionals, ensuring high performance and continuous training.

Managed an SMS alert platform serving over 32 African countries, achieving 99.5% uptime.

Reduced client onboarding time by 30% through streamlined service delivery processes.

Data & Scientific Inc (DataSci)
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Application Developer/DBA and System Administrator

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Summary

Maintained critical server infrastructure, resolved software issues, and optimized system performance for Data & Scientific Inc.

Highlights

Maintained server infrastructure on Linux and Windows platforms, achieving zero critical failures during tenure.

Resolved client software issues with a 95% first-contact resolution rate.

Improved system performance by 40% through database optimization and server tuning.

Delivered comprehensive training and support for various software applications.

E-Tech Complete Solution Limited
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Software Developer/System Analyst

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Summary

Developed Java EE applications, managed database systems, and improved workflow visibility, while advising senior management on IT service delivery.

Highlights

Developed and deployed 24/7 Java EE applications for clients, ensuring continuous operation.

Designed and administered MySQL, SQL, Oracle 9i, and 10g database servers.

Reduced website content update time by 50% through ECMS integration.

Delivered over 20 business process documentation projects, enhancing client workflow visibility.

Advised senior management on IT service delivery, SLAs, and UAT, serving as a key technical expert.

SystemSpecs Nigeria Limited
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Java Developer/DBA

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Enhanced HumanManager system performance, designed custom enterprise reports, and administered critical database servers for SystemSpecs Nigeria Limited.

Highlights

Contributed to HumanManager enhancements, increasing system performance by 35%.

Designed custom enterprise reports, reducing manual reporting time by 60%.

Administered SQL Server, Oracle 9i, and 10g database servers.

eTranzact Nigeria Limited
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Java/Sybase Intern

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Supported payment gateway integration and application development, contributing to real-time transactions and process automation for eTranzact Nigeria Limited.

Highlights

Integrated payment gateway with bank systems, enabling real-time transactions for over 10 institutions.

Automated student ID card banking integration at Covenant University, reducing manual processing by 80%.

Installed, implemented, designed, and maintained various applications using Sybase ASE, ASA, and Replication Server.

Collaborated with technical staff to integrate eTranzact payment gateway with various bank and merchant software using ISO 8583.

Maintained and monitored VPN communication links to banks, ensuring secure and reliable data transfer.

Education

Caleb University
Imota, Lagos, Nigeria

MSc

Computer Science

Assam Don Bosco University
Guwahati, Assam, India

MBA

Project and Operations Management

Chartered Institute of Project Management
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Post Graduate Diploma

Project Management

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago-Iwoye, Ogun, Nigeria

B. Sc

Computer Science

Languages

English

Certificates

Lead Implementer, Business Continuity Management System ISO 22301:2019 - No: IN/29498/307838
TOGAF® 9 Certified - No: 135650
COBIT® 2019 Foundation - No: GR69200769100
Certified Ethical Hacker v10 - No: ECC9624570183
ITIL® Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management - No: GR75050158700
Associate, Business Continuity Professional (ABCP) - No: 67811
Sun Certified Web Component Developer - No: 11/05 SW409182
Certified in Cybersecurity - No: 733196
Sun Certified Java Programmer - No: 409182
Scrum Foundation Professional Certificate
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations 2021 Certified Associate - No: 24037536OCIBF2021
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals - No: 1009-3474
Microsoft Certified Professional - No G851-4792
International Computer Driving Licence - No: ZA205603

Skills

Cloud & Data Management

Cloud Infrastructure & Data Analytics, Data Science, Database Optimization, Server Tuning, Data Accuracy, Data Retrieval, AI.

IT Strategy & Governance

IT Strategy and Governance, Enterprise Architecture, ICT Governance Framework, IT Policies, Strategic Planning, Business Process Reengineering, ITIL, SLA Management, Compliance Audits, Vendor Governance.

Digital Transformation & Innovation

Digital Transformation, Agile & Product Management, Customer DIY Portal, Agency Portal, Mobile App Development, Enterprise Systems (GIS, LMS, CRM, FMS), EDMS, Data Analytics, Product Management, Innovation.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Cyber Security & Risk Management, Cybersecurity Posture, Security Incidents Reduction, Security Protocols, Business Continuity Management, Vendor Risk Management, Disaster Recovery.

Operations & Infrastructure

IT Operations, Infrastructure Optimization, System Uptime, Scalability, Technical Debt Reduction, IT Infrastructure Upgrades, Server Maintenance (Linux, Windows), Payment Gateway Integration, SMS Alert Platform.

Leadership & Management

Cross-functional Team Leadership, Project Delivery, Stakeholder Management, Team Training, Mentorship, Consultancy Services, Portfolio Management.

Software Development & Engineering

Java EE, Sybase ASE/ASA, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle 9i/10g, Non-core Banking Applications, ECMS Integration, ISO 8583.

Interests

Community Service

Member, Nigerian Red Cross Society, PRO, NYSC Red Cross CDS group.

Academic & Professional Engagement

Chairman, NACOSS Constitution Review Committee, Member, Readers Club Olabisi Onabanjo University BSF, Member, Federal Road Safety Club Olabisi Onabanjo University.

References

Available on request

References available upon request.