The global payments technology giant Mastercard has
appointed Folasade Femi-Lawal as its Country Manager and Area Business Head for
West Africa.
With over 25 years of experience, Femi-Lawal has a
background in financial services, management consulting, telecommunications,
and business advisory services.
Mark Elliott, the Division President for Sub-Saharan
Africa at Mastercard, mentioned: “Folasade will work closely with various
private and public sector stakeholders in the country to help further this
transformation. Her proven track record of leadership, innovation, and
dedication to driving positive change and results aligns perfectly with our
vision for the region.”
Folasade Femi-Lawal
“Femi-Lawal’s vast experience across the
digital payments ecosystem will be a huge asset to the Mastercard business in
West Africa. She arrives at a pivotal time when digital innovation is
transforming the country’s payments landscape, moving Nigeria toward a cashless
society.”
Leadership in Digital Banking Strategy
Previously, she served at First Bank, Nigeria, where
she spearheaded initiatives in Mobile Financial Services and Digital Banking
Strategy. She has held leadership roles in banking, consulting, and
telecommunications in her previous roles.
The global payments technology giant Mastercard has
appointed Folasade Femi-Lawal as its Country Manager and Area Business Head for
West Africa.
With over 25 years of experience, Femi-Lawal has a
background in financial services, management consulting, telecommunications,
and business advisory services.
Mark Elliott, the Division President for Sub-Saharan
Africa at Mastercard, mentioned: “Folasade will work closely with various
private and public sector stakeholders in the country to help further this
transformation. Her proven track record of leadership, innovation, and
dedication to driving positive change and results aligns perfectly with our
vision for the region.”
Folasade Femi-Lawal
“Femi-Lawal’s vast experience across the
digital payments ecosystem will be a huge asset to the Mastercard business in
West Africa. She arrives at a pivotal time when digital innovation is
transforming the country’s payments landscape, moving Nigeria toward a cashless
society.”
Leadership in Digital Banking Strategy
Previously, she served at First Bank, Nigeria, where
she spearheaded initiatives in Mobile Financial Services and Digital Banking
Strategy. She has held leadership roles in banking, consulting, and
telecommunications in her previous roles.
