London, UK – 3 June 2025
African Leadership Magazine is honoured to announce that Mr Remi Akano, Managing Director of Prestige Microfinance Bank and CEO of PouchFi, will be a distinguished participant at the Africa Summit London and the 15th African Business Leadership Awards, taking place from 9 to 9–10 July 2025 in London, United Kingdom.
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Akano is a seasoned banking executive with over 20 years of experience in financial services, digital transformation, and corporate governance. At Prestige Microfinance Bank, he has led the institution’s transformation into a digital-first bank, launching an innovative Neo Bank platform that has dramatically improved financial accessibility for individuals and SMEs across Nigeria. His visionary leadership has seen the bank’s balance sheet grow exponentially, alongside strengthened stakeholder engagement and strategic partnerships.
As founder and CEO of PouchFi, a fintech startup focused on digital banking solutions tailored for the African market, Mr. Akano is driving financial inclusion and digital economy growth. PouchFi targets over 100,000 users with transaction volumes surpassing $500 million, positioning it as a key player in Africa’s fintech landscape.
Prior to his current roles, Mr. Akano held senior leadership positions at Lloyds Banking Group in the UK, where he managed high-profile regulatory and operational transformation programmes worth over £200 million. His expertise spans risk management, compliance, strategic planning, and driving innovation within highly regulated banking environments.
Akano’s participation in the Africa Summit London will offer valuable insights into the future of digital banking, fintech innovation, and financial inclusion in Africa. His experience will enrich discussions on leveraging technology to unlock Africa’s economic potential.
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