Mr. Olusegun Omosehin is the Commissioner for Insurance/Chief Executive, National Insurance Commission, Nigeria. He is a multidisciplinary professional with over three decades of hands-on experience spanning strategic planning, risk management, transformational and organizational restructuring, and performance management in the insurance sector.

He is a Fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (FIIN); a Fellow of the Institute of Directors (FIoD); and a Fellow of the Institute of Loss Adjusters of Nigeria(FILAN).

Mr. Omosehinholds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science(1990); a Master of International Law and Diplomacy (MILD)1992; and an M.Sc. Economics(1999). He is an Alumnus of the Said Business School, University of Oxford, United Kingdom.

Prior to his appointment in April 2024, he was the Chairman of theNigerian Insurers Association (NIA), the umbrella association of all insurance and reinsurance companies in Nigeria, as well as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer ofOld Mutual Nigeria Life Assurance Company Limited, the Nigerian subsidiary ofthe Old Mutual Group, South Africa, a premium Pan Africanfinancial services group that offers a broad spectrum of financialsolutions in about 14Countries across Africa and China.

Before joining Old Mutual Group in January 2020, Mr. Omosehin was the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc(a publicly quoted insurance company) for about 10 years(from 2010 to 2019). And prior to his joining Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc in April 2010, he was the Managing Director/CEO of AIICO General Insurance Company Limited, the then general insurance arm of AIICO Insurance Plc.

Also, he was the MD/CEO of Admiral Insurance Company Limited between 2003 and 2007 before merging the company with Crusader Insurance Plc during the insurance consolidation exercise in 2007.

Mr. Omosehin was a member of the pioneer team that nurtured Custodian & Allied insurance Plc in 1995, where he worked for about nine years before his appointment as the MD/CEO of Admiral Insurance Limited in 2003. He Started his insurance career with Crusader Insurance (Nigeria) Plc in 1993 (then a specialist life assurance company).

His hobbies include reading and golfing.

Mohammed Garuba is a co-founder of CardinalStone Partners Limited, a full-fledged multi-strategy Investment Management Firm. He has 25+ years of broad experience in the investment management and financing industry; and currently serves in executive and technical advisory roles shaping real estate and infrastructure investment strategies. His expertise spans across the asset lifecycle covering deal screening, portfolio analysis and strategy, development, and asset management. Mohammed began his career in investment banking, transitioning later to real estate and infrastructure investing, where he has focused his efforts in the last two years. He is a founder and investor; and has founded and scaled several successful businesses.

Mohammed previously served as Managing Director in the Asset Management Division of CardinalStone. Prior to that, he served as pioneer Director of Equity Securities at Renaissance Capital where he was responsible for driving the company’s equities trading and sales business in Nigeria. Before joining Renaissance Capital, Mohammed served as Managing Director / Chief Operating Officer at Zenith Securities Limited, the wholly investment subsidiary of Zenith Bank Plc, where he oversaw strategy, deal origination and execution. He started his career with Investment Banking & Trust Company Limited (now Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc) as an Investment Manager.

Mohammed holds an MBA from London Business School and a B.Sc. in Insurance from the University of Lagos. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, The Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers of Nigeria, and the Institute of Islamic Finance Professionals and an Associate of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, UK. His executive educational experience includes the Advanced Management Development Program of Harvard Graduate School of Design and an alumnus of Yale University and Harvard Kennedy School.

Mohammed is the Founder of Ansar Heritage Empowerment Foundation. He is passionate about boxing, football, golf and tennis. He enjoys farming, mentoring, reading, and volunteering.

Olaniyi Yusuf is the Managing Partner and Lead, Social Sector practice at Verraki Partners – a proudly African business solutions company partnering with enterprises and governments to accelerate the development and transformation of Africa. Prior his assumption of this role in April 2019, he was the Country Managing Director of Accenture Nigeria from 2010 to 2019. In 1995, he joined the Management Consulting Division of Arthur Andersen 4 years after starting his career at Joint Komputer Kompany, an indigenous computer company.

Olaniyi is a respected transformation manager with over 30years experience advising C-level executives across private and public sectors on navigating strategic change and digital transformation. He has been actively involved in the creation of key infrastructure for the Nigerian banking industry including the establishment of Interswitch, the CRC credit bureau, Unique Tax ID Number, Retail payments and the ongoing Banking Industry IT Shared Services including the Cash-less Lagos initiative, and Tier 3 Data Centre outsourcing.

Sumayya is the first female CEO of Takaful Insurance of Africa (TIA) having been appointed to office in August 2020. TIA is the first fully-fledged Takaful operator in East and Central Africa.

She is a lawyer, an Eisenhower Fellow, and an alumnus of the University of Nairobi, Lancaster University, the University of Bristol, the University of Oxford Säid Business School, and the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.

She holds a Bachelor of Laws degree, a Master of Laws degree, and a Diploma in Law. She also holds an Advanced Management Diploma from the Oxford Säid Business School, a Certificate in Takaful, and a Stanford Seed Transformation Program Certificate from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.

She has received several local and international awards including the Top 40 Under 40, Lifetime Achievement, Best CEO in Kenya, Outstanding Women Leadership Awards, 100 Most Influential Kenyan Muslims, 30 Most Inspirational African Muslim Women, Top 25 Most Influential CEOs Impacting Business, Top 60 Most Influential CEOs impacting the Economy, CEO of the Year and Best Woman CEO – Takaful.

She sits on several boards of listed and private companies, and the not-for-profit sector including Solargen Technologies, Safari Doctors, and Islamic Relief Kenya.

A youth and women empowerment champion, she has initiated various programs for the economic empowerment of youth and women. She is the Patron of the Muslim Deaf Association of Kenya, an organization that focuses on empowering the deaf and hearing impaired.

Tarek Seif PhD, FCII, CDIF (Islamic Finance), PgDip (Islamic Studies)
Executive Director, Financial Services Institute (FSI)
Executive Director, Egyptian Institute of Directors (EIoD)

An insurance Professional with over two decades of hands -on an insurance practitioner and at the cutting edge of the insurance industry as a consultant, lecturer and trainer with different multinational companies and prestigious institutions.

His experience encompasses underwriting management, Takaful, developing risk appetite and managing international insurance programs, in addition to claims.

He possesses genuine professional knowledge and hands -on experience in the filed of takaful, which was reflected in his significant contribution to the “Principles of Takaful” book formerly used by the chartered insurance institute as the primary text book for their international Takaful course and his book: “Takaful: Technical & Operational Aspects”.

Seif has been involved in skills development throughout his career and has conducted courses and seminars in various areas of insurance companies’ institutions across the Africa and MENA region (Egypt, Syria, Sudan, Oman, UAE, KSA, Jordan, Kuwait, Nigeria Ghana, Kenya and Bahrain).

With over 27 years of leadership across Africa’s private, development, and educational sectors, Dr. Hassan Bashir has founded and scaled several companies spanning insurance, technology, healthcare, fintech, creator economy, and livestock farming. Bashir advises industry regulators, universities, MDBs, and private firms on insurance and risk management, climate risk, governance, and strategy. Bashir is an adjunct faculty teaching sustainable entrepreneurship, leadership, and governance at USIU-Africa’s Chandaria School of Business.

Bashir is currently a Senior Consultant on Climate Insurance and Governance aimed at De-Risking Agricultural Finance and Climate Resilience (DAFCR) that sits within the Agriculture Finance and Human and Social Development department of AfDB. He is one of the key resources in the design and development of The Africa Climate Risk Insurance Facility for Adaption (ACRIFA), a facility aiming to mobilize $1 billion of concessional, high-risk capital, and grants to de-risk private sector investments geared toward the development and uptake of climate insurance solutions for the Agri-Food Sector in Africa.

Bashir also is a member of the eminent High-Level Panel (HLP) on Closing the Climate Protection Gap that sits at the Centre of Disaster Protection (CDP) in London.

Zubairu S. Darazo is an astute insurer and Islamic finance professional with a wealth of experience spanning insurance underwriting, regulation, pension fund management, and general administration. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Maiduguri and a Master’s Degree in Islamic Banking, Finance, and Management from the University of Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. He is also pursuing a PhD in Islamic Banking and Finance at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM).

Zubairu’s career at the National Insurance Commission of Nigeria (NAICOM) began in 2012, where he serves as the Head of Market Conduct and Policy. He has played a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s Islamic finance landscape, contributing significantly to the development of key regulatory frameworks, including the NAICOM Takaful Operational Guidelines of 2013 and the Microinsurance Guidelines of 2018. His work has extended to research on the prospects and challenges of Takaful within the Nigerian economy.

Before joining NAICOM, Zubairu was instrumental in pioneering Takaful, travel, and microinsurance products during his tenure as Head of the Special Product Unit at Unitykapital Assurance Plc (now Veritaskapital) from 2009 to 2012. He also led business growth initiatives as the Pioneer Branch Head of Apt Pension Fund Administrators Ltd (now Tangerine Apt Pension Administrators Ltd) in Bauchi State from 2007 to 2009.

A member of several professional bodies, Zubairu’s achievements include publishing the book “Understanding Takaful (Islamic Insurance) in Nigeria” and contributing to the development of the National Non-interest Finance (Taxation) regulation under the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) in 2021. His expertise has made him a key resource person in the development of curriculum for Islamic banking and finance programs in Nigeria.

Dauda Adeyinka Asafa is a Senior Research Specialist and a member of the Secretariat of the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB). He joined the IFSB in December 2016 and has successfully managed several projects including working papers for the takaful sector and Macroprudential policy tools in Islamic finance. In addition, he has participated in the processes leading to the development of a number of prudential supervisory standards focusing on the takaful sector. The latest among them is the (IFSB-28) Revised Standard on Solvency Requirements of Takaful which was adopted by the Council of IFSB in December 2023. He is also a member of the IFSB IFSI Financial Stability Report drafting team, focusing mainly on the takaful section.

Dr Dauda Asafa received his PhD from the International Islamic University Malaysia, Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance. Prior to this, he earned a Master of Science degree from the Department of Economics, University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

Michael J. McCord is one of the world’s leading experts in developing and managing microinsurance products. His decades of experience include working as controller of a U.S. commercial bank, chief executive officer of a microfinance institution in Uganda, and regional director for microfinance programs in Africa with FINCA International.

In 2000, Michael founded the MicroInsurance Centre (now the MicroInsurance Centre at Milliman), an internationally recognized thought leader and implementer of microinsurance and risk management solutions. The MIC@M’s vision is to provide three billion low-income people across the world with access to valuable microinsurance and risk management solutions.

Michael is a highly respected voice in the microinsurance field, working in the areas of research, advocacy, and development of microinsurance products and processes that meet the unique needs of low-income clients. He is a founding member of the Microinsurance Network, where he served as chair of the board from 2015 – 2016, and a member of the steering committee for the Munich Re Foundation / Microinsurance Network annual conference on inclusive insurance. In 2015, Michael served as head of the Microinsurance Working Group for the Asia-Pacific Financial Forum (APFF). He is a current member of the United Nations Capital Development Fund’s (UNCDF) Climate Insurance Linked Resilient Infrastructure Finance (CILRIF) Working Group, and a member of the Insurance Development Forum’s (IDF) Inclusive Insurance Working Group. The MicroInsurance Centre at Milliman is an organizational member of the InsuResilience Global Partnership. Michael is also a member of the Advisory Board for the Risk and Insurance Studies Centre’s (RISC) Diploma in Risk and Insurance Management at York University and serves on the Editorial Board of the Bangladesh Insurance Journal.

Michael has worked in over 75 countries, leading consulting projects focused on various risks that low-income clients face. Recent work includes designing and piloting holistic risk management solutions for smallholders in Ethiopia, Georgia and Pakistan as well as advising on remittance-linked microinsurance programs under contract for the IFAD-funded grant project ‘Managing risks for rural development: promoting microinsurance innovations’ (MRRD).

Mohammed Bashir-Yunusa is a seasoned financial technology professional with over 13 years’ experience. Over the years, Mohammed has garnered extensive knowledge by specializing in deal structuring, mergers and acquisitions, corporate and retail finance, business strategy, digital transformation, and non- interest banking operations.

He has effectively handled high-level financial transactions in a variety of sectors, including transportation, investment, e-commerce, agriculture, infrastructure, and renewable energy, throughout his more than a decade experience working in the financial services sector.

With his extensive experience and a thorough understanding of the economic and business landscape in the financial sector, one of his key achievements in his career is pioneering the launch of The Alternative Bank one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing non-interest banks. Mohammed’s expertise in finance and banking played a huge factor in ensuring that the non-interest arm of Sterling Bank, successfully morphed into The Alternative bank, while continuing to record astounding successes year in, and year out. Additionally, his contribution has further pushed the frontiers of financing models.

Mohammed prides himself in being an innovative disruptor as he specializes in creating disruptive and innovative digital business models and solutions. Notable of such digital solutions is launching Nigeria’s first credit-based e-commerce platforms, investment and payment apps and an array of various innovative solutions.

He graduated with distinction from an accounting diploma program, and he also holds a BSc (Hons) in Business Administration (Finance) both from Ahmadu Bello University. He furthered his studies by earning an MSc in Strategic Planning from Heriot-Watt University and possesses numerous executive qualifications, most recently a Post graduate Diploma in Strategy and Innovation from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. He is presently enrolled in the Global Executive Management in Business Administration (GEMBA) program at IESE Business School.

Beyond the confines of his 9-5 role, Mohammed is a proponent of socioeconomic fairness. He is committed to increasing the rate of employment while also improving the social well-being of the unemployed by exploring innovative channels to have a good effect on his community’s economy.

Mohammed presently oversees a team that is upending the financial technology sector as the Director of Innovations and Digital Business Solutions at The Alternative Bank.

Registrar/CEO, Secretary To Council Mrs. Abimbola Tiamiyu, M.A.S, M.Sc, FIIN

Abimbola Omowunmi TIAMIYU started her Insurance Career with Great Nigeria Insurance Plc over two decades ago as an underwriter from where she rose to her current position as the Registrar/CEO of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria.

She has a Bachelors’ Degree in Mathematics from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, a Masters’ Degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State and equally holds a Master of Science (Risk Management and Insurance) from the University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos State. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria and has attended numerous trainings and seminars both home and abroad.

She has served in various committees and sub-committees in the Nigerian Insurance Industry and is currently a Faculty Member at the College of Insurance, Asese, Ogun State, a Faculty Member of Financial Institute Training Centre (FITC) on Risk Management and Insurance and the Secretary, Market Development & Government Relations Sub-Committee of the Insurance Industry Committee. She is a Certified International Labour Organisation (ILO) on Micro/Inclusive Insurance and UNDP trained faculty on Climate Disaster and Risk Financing.

Mrs. Tiamiyu’s passion for sharing knowledge has seen her facilitate numerous trainings and seminars within and beyond the insurance industry.

Rilwan Sunmonu is a Chartered Insurer with over two decades of extensive experience in the Nigerian insurance market. He holds a graduate degree in Insurance, complemented by a Master’s in Managerial Psychology from the University of Ibadan, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Islamic Finance from Nungu Business School, Lagos, which he successfully completed in 2020.

Sunmonu embarked on his insurance journey at Allison Insurance Brokers in January 1999, later transitioning to pivotal roles at Hallmark Assurance Plc (now Consolidated Hallmark) and Royal Exchange PLC. Notably, during his tenure at Royal Exchange, he ascended through various positions, ultimately assuming the esteemed role of Head of Manufacturing and Conglomerate.

His tenure at Royal Exchange PLC spanned several years of dedicated service.

In March 2019, Sunmonu joined Noor Takaful Insurance Limited, bringing with him a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise. He is also an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Directors, a testament to his commitment to professional development.

Renowned for his unwavering integrity, exceptional professionalism, and compassionate leadership style, Sunmonu epitomizes the core values of Noor Takaful Insurance. His strategic vision and astute leadership have been instrumental in driving the company’s mission to provide comprehensive and affordable insurance services to individuals and families alike.

Throughout his illustrious career, Sunmonu has actively participated in numerous seminars, conferences, and courses both locally and internationally, further enhancing his industry knowledge and expertise.

Under his adept guidance, Noor Takaful Insurance continues to chart a path toward a promising future, poised to achieve new heights of success and excellence in the insurance industry.

Aminu Tukur‘s journey through the finance industry is marked by a trajectory of leadership, strategic vision, and unwavering commitment to excellence. With a career spanning nearly three decades, he has emerged as a luminary in the field, leveraging his expertise to drive innovation and sustainable growth.

Having assumed the role of Vice Chairman at Noor Takaful Insurance Limited, Aminu has exemplified his adeptness in navigating the intricate landscape of Islamic finance. Since joining the company in February 2018 as the General Manager, he has been instrumental in steering the Company as on the fastest growing Insurance Companies in Nigeria

A testament to his exemplary leadership qualities and profound industry acumen, Aminu was entrusted with the pivotal role of Acting Managing Director in April 2019, a position he held with distinction for one year. During his tenure, he orchestrated strategic initiatives that fortified the company’s market position and bolstered its financial performance.

Aminu’s academic credentials underscore his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Holding a Masters of Business Administration from Nottingham University Business School in the UK, coupled with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the prestigious University of Abuja in Nigeria, he embodies a rare blend of theoretical knowledge and practical wisdom.

Throughout his illustrious career, Aminu has honed his skills and expertise across various facets of finance. His tenure with esteemed institutions such as ARM, Efectivo Capital, and Adamawa Investment & Property Development Company has equipped him with a multifaceted understanding of investments, risk management, and financial stewardship.

In addition to his notable contributions to the finance sector, Aminu’s passion for Islamic finance serves as a driving force behind his endeavours. He is deeply committed to advancing the principles and practices of Islamic finance, leveraging its ethical and inclusive framework to foster economic prosperity and social welfare.

Moreover, Aminu is actively involved in philanthropic endeavours, channelling his resources and influence towards impactful causes. His philanthropic initiatives are rooted in his belief in giving back to society and uplifting marginalized communities, reflecting his compassionate ethos and commitment to social responsibility.

Beyond his professional endeavours, Aminu is an avid traveller who finds joy in exploring diverse cultures and landscapes. Having traversed all the states in Nigeria and ventured into several countries, his experiences have enriched his perspective and deepened his appreciation for global interconnectedness.

As a trailblazer in the finance industry, a champion of Islamic finance, and a dedicated philanthropist, Aminu Tukur continues to inspire and lead by example, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of finance and social welfare. His unwavering dedication to excellence, visionary leadership, and compassionate spirit serve as guiding beacons for aspiring professionals and humanitarian leaders alike.

Dr. Abdussalam is a professor of Islamic Economics and finance. He has great experience in both practical and Academic research in Islamic economics and Fintech. He holds doctorate degree from International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM, 2005) in Islamic economics law (Shariah law). He is currently MD/CEO of Qitmeer Smart Management Consultancies and Adjunct Professor at Hamdan bin Muhammed Smart University, School of Business and management. He held the position of Senior Manager at Noor Islamic Bank in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Before joining Noor Bank as Senior manager, He worked in Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) in Malaysia responsible for managing Shariah regulatory and prudential issues in IFSB Standards, guiding principles & Technical Guidelines. He was a pioneer of the Arabic editing committee of IFSB standards and publications and was involved in assessing Sukuk structures (Islamic Bonds) for the International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM). He was also in charge of coordinating seminars and training to facilitate the implementation of the IFSB standards. He was awarded Certified Islamic finance Professional (CIFP), and Certified Online Educator 2.0 (COE) from Hamdan bin Muhammed Smart University (HBMSU) Dubai, UAE.

Prof. Abdussalam is a distinguished recognized expert in the philosophy of Financial Technology (fintech) and Islamic finance, with a unique blend of academic and professional practice experience in international organizations, universities, expert Shariah Auditor, and demonstrated competence in driving excellence in Fintech Shariah advisory in developing products, a consultant on Shariah assurance and audit services, applicable Islamic finance use cases for fintech, market research, quality professional training services, and ethics assuring comprehensive Shariah considerations.

Prof. Abdussalam has written and published seven books and presented more than 40 research papers in peer-reviewed journals and conferences around the world, including Malaysia, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Nigeria, China, Bangladesh, India, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. He has years of experience working with important financial institutions, universities, and international organisations as a Shariah expert consultant.

A seasoned Chartered Accountant with 30 years of experience, Isma’ila is the Managing Partner of Ahmed Zakari & Co. He leads a team of 50+ professionals, offering comprehensive accounting, audit, taxation, and advisory services. He is actively engaged in the global accounting community, serving on the IFAC Board since 2019. He has also served as the former president of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). He brings extensive expertise to his role as a Non-Executive Director and Chair of Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee at Noor Takaful Insurance Limited.

Bukola Ifemade is an astute insurance professional with deep passion for deploying insurance as a socio-economic tool for families and businesses. Her most passionate focal point is insurance penetration in Nigeria.

She has Bachelors and Masters’ Degrees in Actuarial Science. A member of Chartered Insurance Institute of UK, Associate Member of Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria and Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers. She is a Certified Lead Auditor in ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018

Bukola has over three decades experience in the insurance industry and worked with top insurance companies including AXA Mansard and NSIA insurance as an Executive Management staff and IGI where she joined the industry in 1992. She is the pioneer Managing Director of Orthodox Insurance Brokers which began operations in 2006 and an advocate of important role of Broker in the insurance value chain. She has been an active member of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB), where she was a past Chairman of the Lagos Chapter, former Board member of the Council and She is currently serving on various National committees of the Council.

Nabilah Usman is a broadcast journalist and Head of Programmes at Radio Now 95.3fm. She co-hosts the morning drive-time show Now Breakfast. She is also the host of Pivotal, a monthly television programme on solutions to national issues produced by Daria Media.

She worked as the Associate Producer on the presidential town hall series, The Candidates 2023, and Open Square, a regional series that brought national legislators and constituents together on topical legislative issues.

Nabilah has worked in Kaduna and Abuja. Her journalism is governed by a drive for public service, enlightenment and accountability.

She co-edited Twaweza, an anthology of 24 creative nonfiction stories by young African writers.

She currently serves on the board of The Centre for Climate Action, Innovation and Engagement.

Mr. Mounir Bouba joined ARM Investment Managers in November 2022 as an executive director (ED) with oversight of the Manager’s Investment unit, retail and institutional asset management and operations units. At ARM, he is responsible for various investment products which includes Sharia and Ethically compliant Mutual Funds and tailored private products.

He has over 26 years of cumulative experience in managing various asset classes in Paris, London, Madrid, and Lagos.

He began his career at CIC-CM in 1998 in Paris as a Structured Products Trader managing complex Derivatives multi-asset products with risks associated to Fixed Income, FX, Equities, and Commodities.

Within a space of eight years, he became the team lead of nine traders and the overall trading desk.

He moved to London where he was responsible for managing equities and credit and their derivatives for a hedge fund, Straumur.

In 2009, he joined BBVA in Madrid where he spent seven years trading correlations products on multi-asset products.

In 2016, he co-launched his own asset management Company in London via a partnership with Haas Asset Management, managing various asset classes through various portfolio management strategies.

He relocated to Africa 4y ago after spending 41 years in Europe and was Chief Investment Officer at Coronation Asset Management before joining ARM.

He holds two Masters’ Degrees with honors in Applied Mathematics and in Finance from the prestigious Paris Dauphine University.

Hajiya Zainab Abdurrahman graduated from Ahmadu Bello Universiity, with a B.Sc degree in Economics.

She started her career teaching Economics and quickly moved on to the Oil and Gas Sector with a career in NNPC spanning over 30 years.

While working in NNPC she had the privilege of representing NNPC interests on the Board of several Oil Service companies, two Crude Oil Joint Venture companies and creating a sizable Investment portfolio in the Capital Market for NNPC through its Investment arm.

As a Group General Manager, she had the privilege to elevate the Retail arm of the organisation from a mere Division within the corporate headquarters to a full fledged independent subsidiary of the NNPC group where she became its first Managing Director.

She initiated and lead NNPC team in its attempt to acquire the Texaco Downstream Investments in Nigeria.

She is a proud recipient of 3 NNPC Group Managing Director Merit Awards and a Board commendation.

She has attended various development, Leadership and management courses in Cambridge, Oxford , IHRD in Boston and a two time attendee with Watson Business School in the US.

She has served on the Board of some companies and is currently a Director in Jaiz International Halal Certification Limited and the Chair Board of Directors of Jaiz Takaful Insurance Limited.

Islamic Finance and Takaful Insurance is an exciting opportunity with very broad and diverse possibilities. She is very excited to be a part of this journey.

She is a member of the Chatered Institute of Directors, International Women Directors and Society for corporate Governance.

Momodou Musa Joof is simply a household name in the West African insurance industry, having worked at various levels for over 35 years and made significant contributions to its development. Prior to joining Jaiz Takaful Insurance Plc, Nigeria in 2016 as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, he had been pioneer MD/Chief Executive Officer of the Takaful Gambia Ltd, which he founded as the first Takaful Company in West Africa. Momodou established the Takaful window for Phoenix Assurance of Zambia as Chief Operations Officer after he had worked for the Gambia based insurance companies including Senegambia Insurance, Gamstar and Great Alliance Insurance Company Limited, all at managerial levels between 1992 and 1993.

Momodou Musa Joof holds a Master’s Degree in Management from the International Islamic University of Malaysia, which he bagged in 2005 after successfully completing an impressive dissertation on Takaful Titled “A Proposed Model for Islamic Insurance (Takaful) in the Gambia.” Mr. Joof also authored another book titled ’Evolution and Revolution of Takaful in West Africa and Beyond’.  In addition to the higher degree, he is a 1991 Diploma in Insurance Underwriting holder from West African Insurance Institute, Monrovia, Liberia. Earlier in life, young Momodou was a pupil of Farafenni Primary School, Saint Peter’s High School and Gambia Technical Training School, all in the Gambia.

As an enthusiastic professional, he went through rigorous technical trainings on Takaful Insurance in Takaful Malaysia and Alhuda Center of Islamic Banking and Economics, Pakistan where he obtained a Certified Takaful Professional Diploma.

His high technical skills in conventional insurance practices were acquired from such rated avenues like State Insurance Corporation of Ghana (1993), Management Development Institute, the Gambia (1998), African Information Technology, Nairobi, Kenya (1998), American International Insurance Company, Nigeria (1999), Lead way Assurance, Nigeria (1999), Africa Reinsurance Corporation, Nigeria (1999) and University of California, Riverside University Extension, USA (2000).

He has held various positions in several professional bodies and institutes including as a Treasurer (Insurance Association of the Gambia), Board Member (British Education Agency – Gambia), Vice President (ECOWAS Brown Card), President (International Islamic University Alumni-Gambia Chapter), visiting Lecturer (West African Insurance Institute) and the Chairman (Gambia Medical Underwriters Committee).

Mr. Momodou continues to share his experiences and expertise within the West African sub-region by traveling to attend workshops and seminars on Islamic Finance and granting attachment practical training to people from the various countries. He has also participated as a speaker on International Takaful fora including the International Takaful Forum (London 2012) and World Takaful Conference (Dubai 2013), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Ethipia, Adiss Ababa, Islamic Finance Forum, Dakar, Senegal (2022).

For his demonstrated formidable passion for the development of Islamic Finance and Takaful (Islamic Insurance) in particular, Mr. Momodou was awarded the Best Takaful Contributor at the 2016 Global Islamic Finance Forum held in Nairobi, Kenya.

Best Emerging Personality in Africa Islamic Finance – Banjul March,23, 2022

Momodou, a Senior Member of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (2017), was conferred with a Fellow by the Institute of Islamic Finance Professionals of Nigeria in 2017 and Fellow of the Institute of Corporate Administration (2017). He was bestowed with the African Leader Par Excellence Award and the Title Accolade Ambassador in 2017 making him to be recognized and his name registered in the Compendium of Distinguished Role Models in Nigeria (as per the Nigerians Role Models book Vol 2 P.40). Again, in March, 2018 Momodou Musa Joof was bestowed the Award of Excellence for Promoting the Takaful Industry in Africa.

West Africa Takaful Limited began it Operation in the Gambia in 2020 as Momodou Musa Joof’s latest brain child with the vision of spreading to other west African Countries. He established this company as his 4th Takaful Establishment.

Mr.Momodou Musa Joof Authored a book titled ‘Evolution an Revolution of Takaful in West Africa and Beyond”. The book was launched on the 24th November, 2023.

Dr Olusola Olowoyeye is a multi- skilled Consultant and dynamic professional with core dexterities in Financial Management, Risk Management, Financial Advisory and Investigation, Due Diligence, Taxation , Business Strategy, Forensic Auditing, Oil & Gas Strategy, Corporate Governance and ESG , Leadership Development.

He has track records in structure capacity building for over 2 decades . He is a consultant to Federal and State Government Agencies, ICAN, ACCA, University of London and many MDAs. He has worked with KPMG, Sahara Energy Group, BGL, Sovereign Trust Insurance and several multinationals .

Dr. Olusola Olowoyeye has 2 masters degrees in Finance and Professional Accountancy and a PhD in Management from USA. He has 2 decades in financial services, manufacturing, consulting, oil and gas industry. He is a fellow of many professional institutes in Nigeria and abroad- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), fellow of Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), International Academy of Business and Financial Management (CRATM), International Advisory and Monitoring Board (IAMB) and the acclaimed institute of internal auditors (IIA).

Olusola is the Founder/GMD of BetaPlus Group, a life coach, a business leader, facilitator, family first and a seasoned entrepreneur.

Olusola is a member of Lagos Country Club and his blessed with a beautiful wife and two great sons.

He seats on the Board of several companies and has facilitated several strategy sessions globally in Financial Services, Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, Health and Entertainment industry. He is a cofounder of one of the Gold ALP of ACCA – The New synergy Specialists Limited – TNSS

In his leisure, he loves to see action movies, travel and play lawn tennis.

Saheed Egbeyemi (FCII, FCIM, FCIB, FIIN) is the Deputy Managing Director of Hogg Robinson Nigeria Limited, a foremost Insurance Broking Firm in Nigeria.

He is a fellow of:

• The Chartered Insurance Institute (U.K) (FCII)
• The Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (FCIIN)
• The Nigeria Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (FCIB) and
• The Chartered Institute of Marketing (U.K (FCIM)

Alumni of both:

• Ogun State Polytechnic, Abeokuta( Now Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta)
• Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife ,where he obtained his HND(Marketing) and MBA(Management) respectively.

His hobbies are:

• Lawn Tennis
• Table Tennis
• Chess
• Golf (Lately)

Basheer Oshodi PhD has over 23 years’ work experience in banking, real estate and academia. He is the Chief Executive of TrustArthur – a fund management company; advisor of a UK Shariah-compliant Real Estate Fund; was Group Head, Non-Interest Banking at Sterling Bank and set up the non-interest banking window in 2013.  He also set forth The Alternative Bank proposition. He was a member of the Non-Interest Finance Working Group – sponsored by EFInA (DFID programme) and was a member of SEC Alternative Finance Market Master Plan Committee. Basheer was Head, Non-Interest Finance and Head, Research at EFInA. He was Head, Islamic Banking Risk & Compliance at Stanbic IBTC Bank (a member of Standard Bank Group) and set up the non-interest banking window in 2009. He also initiated products compliant with non-interest finance principles for Stanbic IBTC Asset Management Ltd. He has worked as an investment analyst and business analyst in other capacities. He has attended Said  Business School – University of Oxford, University of Pennsylvania, University of Colombia, University of Lagos, London Metropolitan University, University of Buckingham, and Da Vinci Institute – South Africa.

Dr. Akeem Oyewale holds a B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Accounting from the University of Lagos, an MBA from Manchester Business School, United Kingdom, and a Doctorate Degree in Management of Technology and Innovation from Da Vinci Institute, South Africa. He is an alumnus of the Said Business School, University of Oxford, and a certified impact investing expert from the Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town. He also has a Professional Certificate in Islamic Capital Markets from INCEIF Malaysia.

Akeem, an Arthur Anderson scholar, has over 20 years of extensive experience in investment banking, credit marketing, trade finance, and sustainable finance. He managed the Stanbic IBTC Nigerian Equity Fund, Nigeria’s largest mutual fund at the time, and was responsible for the launch of the Stanbic IBTC Ethical Fund. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, and the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria. He is also an associate of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria. He was previously the CEO of Stanbic IBTC Stockbrokers Limited (Nigeria’s largest stockbroking firm), Stanbic IBTC Asset Management Limited, and Stanbic IBTC Nominees Limited, all of the Standard Bank Group.

He is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Marble Capital Limited and a member of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Financial Literacy Technical Committee. Under his leadership, Marble Capital Limited launched the first ever commodities fund (the Marble Halal Commodities Fund, or MHCF) and the Marble Halal Fixed Income Fund, or MHFIF.

Ambassador Shuaibu Adamu Ahmed is a seasoned Chartered Accountant and business leader with over 33 years of experience spanning the private and public sectors. He co-founded Ahmed Zakari & Co., one of Nigeria’s prominent indigenous auditing and business advisory firms, where he has overseen critical engagements with major entities, including Dangote Cement Plc, Unity Bank, and Jaiz Bank, as well as projects within the NNPC Group.

Ambassador Ahmed’s public service career includes roles as Special Adviser, Commissioner, and Secretary to the State Government of Bauchi State, where he drove initiatives in budgeting and economic planning. He later served as Nigeria’s first Ambassador to Qatar, where he established the Nigerian mission, negotiated key bilateral agreements, and secured significant investments into Nigeria, including a strategic equity acquisition by Qatar in Eco Bank Plc. For his diplomatic contributions, he was honoured with Qatar’s “Sash of Merit.”

In recent years, Ambassador Ahmed was appointed as CFO for Nigeria’s Presidential Power Initiative with Siemens and later as Executive Secretary of the Financial Reporting Council, where he led regulatory reforms. Recognized internationally, he has been invited as a speaker by leaders like President Macron of France and UN Secretary-General António Guterres, underscoring his influence in global finance and governance. An accomplished leader with a commitment to excellence, Ambassador Ahmed holds multiple advanced certifications and has completed executive programs at Harvard University.

HND (Marketing), PGD( Marketing), MBA (Marketing), MBA (Finance), PHD, PMA- UK, IEC-UK Fellow, CIPN, NIMN, CIIN,FCIA, Member (IOD)
(Group Chairman)

Dr Bola Azeez a dynamic and inspiring mother, insurance broker, and motivational speaker. With Thirty years of experience in the insurance industry and a passion for empowering others, Dr Bola Azeez has become a sought-after voice in her field.

As a seasoned insurance broker who started her career as an insurance agent, Dr Bola Azeez specializes in all aspect of Insurance . Her expertise has helped countless individuals and families secure their financial futures.

Her motivational speaking engagements focus on overcoming adversity, building confidence, time management for busy parents, achieving work-life balance, and unlocking one’s potential. Her inspiring message has resonated with audiences nationwide.

She has received numerous awards and recognition for her outstanding contributions to the insurance industry and her community.

An Investment Banker possessing a comprehensive understanding of diverse facets of financial planning, and strong analytical and quantitative skills. Mariam’s professional career spans many years of executive experience in various financial institutions from 2009 to Date. She has been the Managing Director of Inverness Wealth Management – responsible for managing a boutique investment advisory and a Fund/Portfolio management firm managing combined assets exceeding N3.5b.

He studied Business Administration at Yaba College of Technology, with a field experience of over 6 years in strategic business development, operations, mobile money, agent banking and digital financial services. He has gathered influential experience working as Agent Aggregator for several mobile money operators in Nigeria. He has a very good experience of value-based product development using Agile method0logy and best practices following continuous integration and deployment within a large multi-disciplined team structure.

AbdulAzeez is a Microfinance Certified Banker from the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria. He is also an Associate of the Institute of Islamic Finance Professionals of Nigeria, a member of the Association of Mobile Money and Bank Agents of Nigeria and an Alumnus of the prestigious Lagos Business School where he successfully completed the maiden course on Building and Enhancing Sustainable Business Models for Financial Inclusion. He is a winner of 2018 Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme and Fellow of 2019 LEAP Africa Social Innovators Programme. He has attended and facilitated several trainings and workshops around agency management, inclusive and digital financial services.

He founded ESUSU AFRICA, a fintech startup company that provides digital banking platforms for local thrift collectors, cooperatives and microfinance institutions enabling them to bring their customers online and enhancing digital financial inclusion. He has also co-founded HALALVEST, an Islamic Fintech Platform for ethical financial products and services. He also founded
INCLUSION.ID to democratize access to digital identification, smart verification and financial inclusion.

He also co-founded FINTECH INNOVATION HUB which aims to be a technology community hub that enhances development of Fintech Innovation and Entrepreneurship for young talents connecting them to viable opportunities and mentorship.

He is currently the CEO of Esusu Africa Limited, an award winning fintech startup, providing digital finance management platforms for cooperatives and microfinance institutions. Esusu Africa has also received approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria for the Regulatory Sandbox to further scale its product.

Jubril Salaudeen, the son of a local Muslim cleric from Oyan town in Osun State, Nigeria, has established himself as a pivotal figure in Islamic finance and management development across Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Sudan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Gambia, and Ethiopia. With over 30 years of experience spanning Finance, Banking, Accounting, Consulting, Academics, Marketing, Financial Technology, and Identity Management, Jubril brings a wealth of expertise to every role he undertakes.

Academically, Dr. Salaudeen holds a degree in Accounting from the University of Jos, an MBA from LAUTECH, Nigeria, and an MSc in Informatics from Osmania University in India. He further advanced his studies with a PGD in Banking and Insurance from London, an MA in Islamic Banking and Management from the University of Gloucestershire, and a PhD in Islamic Finance and Management from Malaysia.

He is a distinguished fellow of several professional bodies, including the Chartered Institute of Marketing (London), the Institute of Professional Sales (Nigeria), and the Institute of Finance Professionals of Nigeria. His affiliations extend to the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (London) and the Nigeria Institute of Management. Dr. Salaudeen is also an alumnus of the Harvard Business School, Lagos Business School, and Frankfurt Business School.

In consultancy, he has worked with esteemed organizations such as the Islamic Development Bank, the Central Bank of Nigeria, the African Development Bank, and the Bank of Ethiopia, among others. He serves as a non-executive director on various boards and provides clients with critical insights on governance, ethics, audit, and succession planning through his role at Nungu Business Consulting.

Dr. Salaudeen’s private sector career encompasses Islamic Banking, FMCG, Insurance, Oil & Gas, Branding, Entertainment, Identity Management, Security Printing, and Financial Technology. Additionally, he has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Faculty at Lagos Business School since 2013 and served as Director of the Postgraduate School at Abeokuta Business School from 2019 to 2022. He currently teaches at Nungu Business School and leads Paytec Solutions Ltd.

Fluent in English, Arabic, Yoruba, Hausa, and Fulfulde, Dr. Salaudeen is a dedicated family man and an active volunteer, serving as Director of Projects at the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC).

Kelechi Ekeghe is a leader in digital transformation and the co-founder of Laddar.Africa, a leading sales technology and distribution company. His expertise lies in deploying innovative sales and financial solutions that empower individuals and businesses across the continent.

Kelechi has played a pivotal role in expanding financial access for millions of Africans previously excluded from traditional banking systems. He has also spearheaded the successful implementation of agency banking technology, extending financial services across West and East Africa

He is a passionate advocate for leveraging technology to revolutionise Africa’s business landscape. He is a proven strategist with a deep understanding of how to harness the power of digital solutions to enhance financial inclusion, distribution, and efficiency.

Ndako has over 15 years’ cognate experience, which covers financial analysis, research and training.

Ndako previously worked as an analyst with the consultancy firm ITS International. He later worked as a Senior Analyst with Agusto & Co. and was the lead analyst on corporate and municipal credit ratings and his worked covered key sectors such as real estate, food and beverages, construction and oil & gas. He was also responsible for assessing the financial condition of state governments and other municipalities.

At Lotus Capital, Nigeria’s pioneer non-interest finance company, Ndako heads the Investment Unit and manages Shariah Compliant mutual funds, an exchange traded fund and several private client portfolios. He has also led various advisory mandates on the issuance of Sukuk and other non-interest finance instruments, many of which have been landmark transactions within the segment. Ndako facilitates trainings for financial institutions, corporates and regulatory agencies on Non-interest finance and financial management.

He is an Alumnus of University of Cambridge Islamic Finance Leadership Programme, the Harvard Kennedy School Executive Programme and the Lagos Business School Senior Management Programme. Ndako has an MSc. in Financial Management from the Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen and a BSc. in Economics from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He is a Certified Islamic Finance Executive (CIFE). He previously served as an Executive Member of the Fund Managers Association of Nigeria (FMAN) and chaired the Technical Committee of the Non-interest Finance Institutions Association of Nigeria (NIFIAN).