BABATUNDE OWOLANA

About BABATUNDE

Technology, Digital Transformation & School Management Expert

A seasoned technology and financial systems professional with over 30 years of experience at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), where he built extensive expertise in IT infrastructure, enterprise networking, banking technology, payment systems, and financial operations.

He began his career as a computer programmer before progressing into IT infrastructure, taking responsibility for networking across the Bank and contributing to the infrastructure connecting commercial banks. He subsequently rose to the rank of Director, having served in both the IT and Finance Departments, where he participated in strategic initiatives and the implementation of institutional systems.

Following his voluntary retirement from the CBN in 2021, he transitioned into educational leadership and community service. Since August 2022, he has served as Vicar of St. Bartholomew’s Church, Giri, and School Manager of St. Bartholomew’s Standard School, Giri, bringing his corporate leadership and technology experience into the school environment.

At the School Management Institute (SMI), he brings a valuable perspective on how technology, digital infrastructure, financial systems, and effective leadership can strengthen school administration, improve operational efficiency, and support sustainable institutional growth.

Passionate about sharing knowledge, mentoring others, and developing people, he is committed to helping school owners and leaders understand how to leverage technology and sound management practices to build more effective, organized, and future-ready schools.

Areas of Expertise

BABATUNDE brings deep expertise across the following areas.

Why BABATUNDE mentors

I am always glad to share my knowledge and experience with others whenever I have the opportunity to do so. SMI will provide me with the right platform to mentor School Proprietors in my area of expertise, Technology, Finance and Strategy.

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