I am a seasoned professional with 25 years of experience in Internal Audit, Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance. With expertise spanning multiple industries, I have worked with startups and multinationals, including MTN Nigeria and KPMG. Currently, I serve as: - President and Board Chairman of the Institute of Internal Auditors Nigeria (IIAN), - Chief Audit Officer at ITEX Integrated Services Limited, and - Advisory Partner at a few startup businesses. Simon-Jude is a thought leader, conference speaker, board trainer, and coach; advocating for industry reforms, collaborating with business executives, and extracting values that guarantee optimised business operations and growth at scale. I hold multiple globally recognised professional certifications, and pledge to prioritise sustainability and values-driven leadership.
Developed and maintained a national communication system that supports a 24/7 electronic (authentication, access, accounting, and dispensing) prepaid utility management database system. Oversees system, network and database administration, and make technology decision for the company. Developing expansion plan for new network connection points and taking decision on which technology/channel to use in a particular area in other to have reliable access to our live system “Dragon”.
Development, maintenance and support of a statewide Metropolitan Area Network, an IP wireless broadband network covering the city of Lagos. The network system supports a 24/7 e+ network for local and internet e-commerce, money transfer, smart card business and network provisioning, for last mile delivery
Innovative