Olusegun Akinfenwa
About Olusegun Akinfenwa
Olusegun Akinfenwa is a Senior Vice President at du, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in finance and management, having held key positions in various sectors across multiple countries.
Current Role at du
Olusegun Akinfenwa serves as Senior Vice President at du, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees various strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and financial performance within the organization. His responsibilities include leading teams focused on process automation and business re-engineering, contributing to the overall growth and stability of the company.
Previous Experience at Mobily
Akinfenwa worked at Mobily as Executive General Manager from 2016 to 2017 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. His tenure at Mobily involved managing financial operations and implementing strategies to improve service delivery and operational efficiency in the telecommunications sector.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Akinfenwa is currently studying at ICAEW, pursuing a qualification in Accounting and Finance, and is expected to achieve the ACA designation. He previously studied at ICAN, where he earned the Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) designation. He also holds a Certificate in Business Excellence from Columbia University - Columbia Business School, which he completed in 2011. His academic foundation includes a B.Sc in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Lagos.
Career Background in Telecommunications and Finance
Akinfenwa has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in the telecommunications and finance sectors. He held significant roles at MTN Nigeria, including General Manager of Financial Operations and General Manager of Financial Planning, where he focused on credit risk management and accounts receivable portfolio management. His work has spanned multiple countries, including Nigeria, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
Key Areas of Expertise
Akinfenwa possesses expertise in project management, particularly in process automation and business re-engineering. He has a strong background in credit risk management and has successfully managed IFRS conversion processes in Nigeria and Saudi Arabia. His contributions to revenue assurance and subscriber fraud management have played a crucial role in ensuring financial integrity within telecommunications operations.