Flutterwave Appoints Former CBN Director Dipo Fatokun as Board Chair and Tosin Faniro-Dada as Non-Executive Director

Flutterwave, a leading payments technology company in Africa, has recently announced the appointment of Dipo Fatokun as the new Chairman of Flutterwave Technologies Solutions Limited.

This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the company’s commitment to upholding the highest regulatory, compliance, and governance standards.

Dipo Fatokun brings over 30 years of experience to the table, covering various competencies in banking services, finance, strategy, advisory, leadership, and management.

His expertise in the public and private sectors, including his tenure as a Director at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), will be instrumental in guiding Flutterwave’s future growth and development.

In addition to Fatokun’s appointment, Flutterwave has also welcomed Tosin Faniro-Dada as an Independent Non-Executive Director.

With over 17 years of experience in finance, Faniro-Dada is a distinguished ecosystem builder and investor empowering tech founders across Africa.

Her expertise in corporate banking and investment management will contribute to Flutterwave’s role as an enabler for tech startups in Nigeria and beyond.

Olugbenga “GB” Agboola, CEO and Founder of Flutterwave, expressed his excitement about the new appointments, stating that the company remains committed to maintaining the highest regulatory and operational standards.

He believes that the combined experience and expertise of Fatokun and Faniro-Dada will be invaluable in supporting the creation of a well-regulated ecosystem and conducive environment for tech companies to thrive.

Dipo Fatokun, the newly appointed Chairman, is pleased to join Flutterwave and acknowledges the company’s vital role in the fintech ecosystem across Africa.

He looks forward to supporting the company’s goal of being a model fintech company that advances payment innovations while upholding the highest regulatory and compliance standards.

Tosin Faniro-Dada is also thrilled to join the team at Flutterwave Technologies Solution Ltd.

She is eager to contribute to the company’s strategic initiatives and play a role in shaping its future success, aligning with her own passion for driving positive change in Africa.

This appointment comes shortly after Flutterwave’s recent compliance, regulatory, and risk-focused hires.

The company has been focusing on reinforcing its culture of transparency, integrity, and accountability.

With the addition of these new board members and recent executive hires, Flutterwave is well-positioned to continue its growth and impact in the African fintech industry.