Ayotunde Awe assumes new role as Acting CEO for Fiducia Data Services

Fiducia Data Services Limited has announced the appointment of Ayotunde Awe as its Acting Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership transition for the technology-driven supply chain finance platform as it seeks to accelerate growth, innovation, and market expansion.

The company disclosed the appointment in a statement, expressing confidence in Awe’s ability to lead the organization into its next phase of development while continuing to deliver value to clients, partners, and stakeholders across Nigeria’s financial ecosystem.

“We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ayotunde Awe as Acting Chief Executive Officer of Fiducia Data Services Ltd. As he assumes this leadership role, we look forward to a new chapter of growth, innovation, and continued excellence in delivering value to our clients, partners, and stakeholders,” the company stated.

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Awe assumes the position after an impressive track record within Fiducia Data Services, where he has played a pivotal role in driving business growth, transaction expansion, and customer acquisition. Prior to his appointment, he served as Head of Sales and earlier as Acting Head of Sales at the company, where he was instrumental in strengthening the adoption of the firm’s supply chain finance solutions.

During his tenure in the sales leadership role, Awe helped drive transaction volumes exceeding $600 million and contributed significantly to expanding the platform’s reach among enterprises, financiers, and vendors. He also played a leading role in growing transaction throughput by over ₦1 trillion while contributing more than ₦3 billion in revenue generation since joining the organization.

Fiducia Data Services, a technology-enabled supply chain finance platform and a business vertical within the Access Corporation ecosystem, provides innovative financing solutions designed to address liquidity challenges across supply chains. The platform has facilitated more than ₦1 trillion in discounted invoices, helping businesses access working capital and improve operational efficiency.

As Head of Enterprise Sales, Awe worked closely with sales teams across Access Bank and Coronation Group to deepen market penetration, drive platform adoption, and unlock new financing opportunities for corporate customers. His efforts contributed to expanding Fiducia’s user base and strengthening its position within Nigeria’s growing supply chain finance sector.

Before joining Fiducia, Awe built extensive experience across investment management, financial markets, business development, and wealth management. He briefly served as Business Development Manager at VFD Group Plc and previously held the position of Assistant Vice President at Zedcrest Wealth, where he led wealth management initiatives, product development, customer acquisition, and asset growth strategies.

His career also includes leadership roles at Parthian Partners and Mainstreet Capital Limited, where he was responsible for business development, customer engagement, and securities market growth initiatives.

Earlier, Awe worked at FMDQ Securities Exchange PLC as an Associate, providing strategic support within the Corporate Development Directorate. He also served as Senior Analyst, Investment Advisory at CardinalStone and as an Investment Analyst at AXA Mansard, where he specialized in portfolio management, investment analysis, and financial advisory services for corporate and high-net-worth clients.

With over a decade of experience spanning financial services, capital markets, investment advisory, wealth management, fintech, and supply chain finance, Awe brings a diverse blend of commercial, analytical, and leadership expertise to his new role.