A recognised risk management professional, Mrs Mojisola Ologe, has been awarded with the Admirable Woman in Leadership Award, for her ability to foster collaboration and drive cross-functional teams towards shared objectives.
The award ceremony, held in Lagos, brought together women leaders from various industries as part of The Peak Performer (TPP) FEST 2024. With the theme, “Enhancing Women Leadership with the Magic of Emotional Intelligence,” it highlighted essential behavioural insights and strategies for women to excel in their careers and business ventures, while also recognizing outstanding women in society and promoting leadership skills, global connections, and well-being.
Presenting the Admirable Women in Leadership Award to Ologe, publisher, The Peak Performer, Dr. Abiola Salami, said, “This is in acknowledgement of your excellent leadership by those you have led in the year under review 2023/2024. We hope this will inspire you to deliver a higher level of excellence in future”.
In her response, Ologe said it was a very auspicious moment for her “as we all have gathered to celebrate myself and others who have excelled in different fields. It’s a great honour for me to be given accolades and awards; I am truly obliged for this great honour and recognition given by The Peak Performer team”. She said she is more energised and charged up to take up new and challenging projects which would work in the benefit of her organisation and the environment.
With over 20 years of experience in technology, risk management, and cybersecurity, Ologe has been at the forefront of safeguarding critical infrastructure within the financial and technology sectors. Her comprehensive expertise in audit, regulatory compliance, and innovative risk management strategies has strengthened organisational resilience and driven operational excellence, establishing her as a trusted authority in the field.
Mojisola has successfully led transformative cybersecurity initiatives that align with global standards such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and PCI DSS. Her strategic oversight has driven the implementation of advanced security controls, threat assessment protocols, and incident response frameworks, significantly enhancing organisational resilience against emerging cyber threats. Beyond her professional expertise, Ologe is a passionate advocate for empowering and mentoring women in cybersecurity, a field traditionally dominated by men. Her efforts have contributed to shaping a more inclusive technology landscape in Nigeria.
As a dynamic leader, Mojisola is recognised for her ability to foster collaboration and drive cross-functional teams towards shared objectives. A trailblazer in the field, she continuously pushes the boundaries of innovation and security in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Other prominent award recipients included Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru, chairman, Publisher, and CEO of Guardian Newspapers; Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga, a leading figure in Nigeria’s financial services sector; Bodam Taiwo, head of Portfolio, Bond and Connect at Pernod Ricard; Chichi Emenike, Head of Gas Ventures at Neconde Energy Limited; Rachel Adeshina, country head of Technology and Services at FBN Bank Ghana; and Mabel Adeteye, head of Brands and Communication at Wema Bank. Each of these women was recognized for their exceptional achievements and impact within their respective fields.
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