Afolabi Sobande

Afolabi is a seasoned finance professional with experience spanning over fifteen years in the banking and technology industry. He is revered for his leadership and specialized skills in finance, project management and systems implementation. Afolabi has a comprehensive knowledge of business processes and has managed many high-level projects throughout his career.

Prior to joining CWG, he worked in Sterling Bank Plc where he was Head of IFRS reporting within the Financial Control group. During his time at the Bank, he worked in various departments, including Treasury, Risk Management, Corporate Banking, and Operation and Technology departments). He was also faculty member in the Sterling Bank’s academy as a financial accounting/reporting lecturer and a facilitator with Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC).

Afolabi is an alumnus of the University of Sunderland (BA, Hons) in Accounting and Financial Management, and the Sterling Management Associate Programme. He is also a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Currently, Afolabi serves as the Chief Operating Officer at CWG. Where he oversees the global operations of the Group. He brings his wealth of experience in leading teams, focused on developing and delivering technology-driven business services and solutions, providing outstanding client service, and driving profitability and revenue growth.