Wasiu Popoola is a dynamic visionary at the forefront of digital transformation and strategic innovation in the financial industry. As the Chief Digital Officer of Lotus Bank Ltd, Nigeria’s fastest-growing and most dynamic non-interest bank, he is dedicated to pioneering cutting-edge solutions that elevate customer experiences and drive exponential growth.

Currently leading as the Chief Digital Officer at Lotus Bank Ltd, he is steering the digital strategy that propels the bank forward as an industry leader. With a distinguished background, he has also held similar pivotal roles at Parallex Bank and occupied senior management positions at Sterling Bank and FCMB. This comprehensive journey has endowed him with a deep understanding of the industry’s nuances and a remarkable track record of propelling organisations to new heights.

He is an unwavering advocate of digital payment and transformation, boasting nearly two decades of hands-on experience delivering transformative projects, pioneering platforms, and crafting products and services that consistently yield exceptional ROI and foster unwavering brand loyalty. From nurturing startups to orchestrating multicultural teams, his leadership style is rooted in empowerment and collaboration. His history of successfully managing cross-functional teams, including product managers, software engineers, project managers, sales executives, and customer success officers, underscores his commitment to driving collective success in alignment with organisational objectives.