Corporate Governance | Investment Management | Financial Advisory | Banking | Risk Management

Dr. Olalekan O. Akomolafe PhD, FCA, ACIB, ACIS, ACISI (UK)

29+ Years of Experience in Finance, Banking, Investment & Strategic Advisory.

A seasoned banking executive, investment professional and corporate governance expert with extensive experience advising boards, investors and financial institutions on strategy, governance, risk management, capital raising, regulatory compliance and institutional transformation.

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About Dr. Akomolafe

Dr. Olalekan Oluwakayode Akomolafe is a banking executive, investment professional, financial adviser and corporate governance expert with over 29 years of progressive experience across banking, investment management, corporate finance, financial advisory, capital markets, fintech and regulatory consulting.

He has held senior leadership positions at leading financial institutions including First Bank of Nigeria Plc, Access Bank Plc, Ecobank Nigeria Limited and United Bank for Africa Plc.

His professional experience spans commercial and corporate banking, investment management, corporate finance, regulatory advisory, enterprise risk management, mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and Board governance.

Currently, he serves as Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Rectangle Capital Limited, a SEC-licensed investment management company, and is the Founder of Jasper Financial Consultants & Investments Limited.

Key Professional Statistics

29+
Years of Experience
20+
Advisory Mandates
₦175B+
Transaction Value

Areas of Practice

Areas of Expertise

Corporate Governance

Board effectiveness, governance frameworks, Board evaluation, committee structures, policies and strategic oversight.

Investment Management

Investment strategy, portfolio management, asset management and investment advisory.

Financial Advisory

Corporate finance, financial modelling, valuation, capital raising and strategic financial advisory.

Banking & Financial

Commercial banking, corporate banking, relationship management, credit administration and strategy.

Risk Management

Enterprise risk management, internal controls, credit risk and organisational resilience.

Regulatory Advisory

CBN and SEC regulatory compliance, licensing, regulatory due diligence and development.

Mergers & Acquisitions

M&A advisory, financial due diligence, acquisition strategy and corporate restructuring.

Capital Markets

Capital raising, investment structuring, market advisory and strategic financial transactions.

Leadership & Current Roles

Rectangle Capital Limited

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

August 2025 – Present

Dr. Akomolafe provides strategic leadership for the company's long-term growth, with responsibility for investment strategy, portfolio management, regulatory compliance, corporate governance and institutional development.

Key Contributions:

  • ▪ Establishment and regulatory licensing of the investment management company
  • ▪ Development of corporate governance and operational frameworks
  • ▪ Development of strategic investment products
  • ▪ Establishment of Board reporting and internal control frameworks
  • ▪ Development of strategic institutional partnerships
  • ▪ Building an executive leadership structure for scalable operations

Jasper Financial Consultants & Investments Limited

Founder & Lead Consultant

Provides specialist advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients across the financial and corporate sectors.

Specialist Advisory Areas:

▪ Corporate Finance
▪ Investment Advisory
▪ Financial Advisory
▪ Regulatory Consulting
▪ Business Valuation
▪ Capital Raising
▪ Corporate Governance
▪ Due Diligence
▪ Mergers & Acquisitions

Career History

Professional Journey

Rectangle Capital Limited

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

2025 – Present

Jasfolim Consulting

Executive Director

2023 – 2025

Previous Banking Career

First Bank of Nigeria Limited

Senior Management Roles

Access Bank Plc

Senior Management Roles

Ecobank Nigeria Limited

Senior Management Roles

United Bank for Africa Plc

Progressive Management Roles

Banking career covered commercial banking, corporate banking, relationship management, credit administration, treasury operations and business development.

Oversight & Strategy

Board & Corporate Governance

Dr. Akomolafe has extensive experience supporting Boards and executive management in strengthening governance structures and improving organisational oversight.

Governance Impact

He has developed governance manuals and policy frameworks, supported organisations through regulatory examinations and licensing processes, and facilitated Board-level strategic planning and governance reviews.

Board Advisory Areas

Corporate Governance Frameworks
Board Charters
Board Committees
Enterprise Risk Management
Internal Controls
Strategic Planning
Regulatory Compliance
Capital Planning
Performance Management
Board Evaluation
Governance Policies
Succession Planning

Selected Advisory Experience

Financial Institutions

  • Banking licence acquisition
  • Microfinance bank acquisition
  • Investment management advisory
  • Regulatory consulting

Corporate Finance

  • Capital raising
  • Business valuation
  • Corporate restructuring
  • Financial modelling

Transactions

  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Financial due diligence
  • Regulatory due diligence
  • Strategic restructuring

Governance & Strategy

  • Board governance
  • Enterprise risk management
  • Strategy development
  • Institutional transformation

Professional Achievements

*Selected Professional Highlights

29+
Years Pro Experience
₦175B+
Transaction Value Advised
20+
Advisory Mandates
₦80B+
Aggregate Advisory Value
₦14B+
Annual Banking Portfolio
₦5B+
Largest Client Managed
100%
Client Satisfaction / Retention

Education & Credentials

Academic Qualifications

  • PhD, Finance Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
  • M.Sc., Finance
  • MBA, Financial Management
  • B.Sc., Finance

Professional Qualifications

  • Fellow, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria — FCA
  • Associate, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria — ACIB
  • Associate, Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers — ACIS
  • Associate, Chartered Institute of Taxation — ACIT
  • Associate, Chartered Inst. for Securities & Investment, UK — ACISI
  • Licensed Broker, NGX Limited
  • Licensed Broker, Lagos Commodity and Futures Exchange
  • University of Pennsylvania Management Development Programme

Research & Leadership

Areas of Interest

Dr. Akomolafe's professional and research interests include:

Corporate Governance Banking Stability Asset Pricing Capital Markets Financial Inclusion Digital Financial Services Sustainable Finance
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Strategic Thinking. Sound Governance. Sustainable Value.

Dr. Akomolafe's professional approach is grounded in independent judgement, strategic leadership, financial discipline, strong governance, risk oversight, regulatory knowledge, ethical standards and commercial insight.

His work focuses on helping organisations and investors navigate complex financial and regulatory environments while strengthening institutional resilience and creating sustainable long-term value.

Let's Discuss Your Next Strategic Opportunity

Whether you are seeking financial advisory, investment management expertise, corporate governance support, regulatory guidance or strategic Board-level counsel, connect with Dr. Akomolafe.

Phone

+234 706 479 5679

+234 805 852 2450

Email

komo_lekan@yahoo.com

LinkedIn

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