CitiData Centre appoints new director

CitiData Centre, a Nigerian provider of data management and cloud services across Sub-Saharan Africa, has announced the appointment of Tope Dare to its board of directors.

A statement by CitiData Centre noted that Dare’s extensive experience in the fintech and banking sectors, coupled with his distinguished track record in digital transformation, marked a significant milestone in CitiData’s journey towards becoming the foremost data management provider in the region.

The firm expressed confidence that Dare’s extensive industry connections, strategic vision, and demonstrated leadership in digital transformation would enable CitiData to surpass its competitors by offering unmatched, customer-focused solutions, especially in underrepresented areas.

According to CitiData Centre, Dare brings over 25 years of industry experience to its board, having been a transformative force in Nigeria’s fintech landscape.

“His tenure as executive director of the Infrastructure Business Division at Inlaks saw the company achieve an unprecedented 52 per cent market share in Nigeria’s ATM business, while also expanding its footprint across Sub-Saharan Africa,” it claimed.

The company further stated that under his leadership, Inlaks emerged as a market leader, renowned for its innovation and strategic vision.

 “In addition to his remarkable career achievements, Dare is a senior honorary member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers and a highly sought-after digital transformation consultant.

 “His expertise spans various sectors, with a particular focus on banking, where he has consistently delivered transformative solutions that drive growth and efficiency,” it added.

Dare holds a degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University and an MBA from the Business School Netherlands.

He further honed his skills through executive education programs at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, including Harvard Business School, Wharton Business School, the University of Oxford’s Said Business School, INSEAD, and the University of Cambridge’s Judge Business School.

“Dare was recognised as the 2022 Fintech Salesman of the Year, Dare has been instrumental in advancing ATM deployment and digital banking innovations across Africa,” the firm added.