Adekunle Bakare

Adekunle Bakare possesses extensive experience in regulatory compliance and quality assurance within the banking sector. Currently serving as Head of Regulatory Compliance at SunTrust Bank Nigeria Ltd since July 2024, Adekunle also holds the position of AML Compliance Officer at Heritage Bank Plc since April 2022. Previous roles at Ecobank Nigeria from August 2005 to March 2022 included Regional Quality Assurance Manager and various compliance-focused positions. Adekunle began a career as Internal Auditor at Orile Agege LGA from May 2003 to August 2005. Educational qualifications include a Designate Compliance Professional certification from the Compliance Institute Nigeria, an Accounting degree from Lagos State Polytechnic, and various professional certifications, including Oracle Certified Professional and Certified Strategic Management Professional.