Quadri Ayanwale
Head, Enterprise Risk Management
Quadri Ayanwale is an accomplished Enterprise Risk Manager with over 17 years of progressive experience in the banking and financial services sector. His expertise spans credit, operational, market, and compliance risk, with a proven track record of safeguarding institutional financial health and driving sustainable growth.
Quadri began his career at Skye Bank Plc, where he held key roles in Management Information Systems, Internal Control, and Predictive Analysis, building a strong foundation in risk reporting, compliance, and portfolio monitoring. He later advanced to Polaris Bank Limited as Risk Management Analyst, where he successfully evaluated credit applications, developed financial models, and implemented robust risk frameworks that reduced exposure and strengthened compliance with regulatory standards.
Currently serving as Enterprise Risk Manager at Cowry Group, Quadri leads the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across investment, credit, operational, and market areas. He is instrumental in developing risk management policies, performing risk mapping, and ensuring regulatory compliance with SEC, CBN, and NDPR frameworks.
He also prepares Board-level risk reports, dashboards, and analytics to guide strategic decision-making.
Quadri is an Associate of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN). He holds a B.Sc. in Accounting from Olabisi Onabanjo University and is currently pursuing CPA certification, underscoring his commitment to continuous professional growth.
Recognized for his analytical foresight, ethical judgment, and leadership, Quadri has also mentored and built high-performing teams. His strong technical background, including proficiency in credit evaluation systems, debt management platforms, and advanced risk analytics tools, supports his ability to align risk strategies with business goals.
Beyond his technical expertise, Quadri is known for fostering collaboration across departments, embedding a culture of risk awareness, and ensuring that corporate decisions are backed by sound risk insights.