Press Release
Abuja, Nigeria – 16th March 2026.
Taopheek Babayeju, Chief Executive Officer of iCentra has been inducted as a Chartered Banker by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), joining over 2,000 professionals inducted nationwide on March 14, 2026.
The induction ceremony, themed “Smarter Banking: The Power of Artificial Intelligence,” recognized professionals who have demonstrated competence, integrity, and commitment to advancing banking and financial practice in Nigeria.
Babayeju, an entrepreneur, transformation strategist and business leader, with over 25 years of cross-sector experience, has built a distinguished career at the intersection of enterprise transformation, leadership development, and institutional strengthening.
Reacting to the recognition, Babayeju noted that strong financial institutions remain critical to sustainable economic development.
“Being inducted as a Chartered Banker reinforces the responsibility we all share in strengthening governance, trust, and institutional resilience within our financial system. Strong institutions are the backbone of sustainable economic growth,” he said.
As CEO of iCentra, Babayeju has led transformation initiatives across financial institutions, government agencies, global development organizations, and private enterprises. The company has expanded from its base in Nigeria to operations in Texas, United States, with a contact office in London, United Kingdom, serving clients globally.
He also serves as Group Chief Executive Officer of CellBourn Holdings, an Africa-focused investment group with interests in finance, technology, and capital projects.
Beyond business, Babayeju is the founder of several impact-driven initiatives including The TAB Foundation, LeadPreneur, and ProMaCon Africa, platforms dedicated to leadership development, human capacity building, and strengthening institutions across the continent.
His induction into the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria further reinforces his commitment to promoting governance, accountability, and institutional excellence within Nigeria’s financial and economic landscape.
About iCentra
iCentra is a global technology and business solutions company committed to driving transformation and empowering organizations to achieve sustained operational excellence. With headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria, and offices in Texas, USA, and London, UK, iCentra serves clients worldwide, delivering innovative solutions that drive business success.
