Babajide Bode-Harrison is an accomplished financial services executive with over 20 years of experience driving asset and revenue growth across global markets. As the Head of Structuring, Syndications & Risk Distribution at Afreximbank, he demonstrates exceptional leadership in risk management, transaction management, structured trade and commodity finance, syndication, and risk distribution.

Since joining Afreximbank in 2019 as a Senior Manager in the Syndications and Agency team, Babajide has played a pivotal role in arranging and co-arranging some of Africa’s largest financings, spanning oil and gas, infrastructure, corporate, asset-based, and project finance sectors. His efforts have contributed to mobilizing over $35 billion in capital, collaborating with top-tier regional and international corporates, financial institutions, and sovereigns in Africa and the Caricom.

Under his leadership, Babajide's team achieved a historic "trilogy of Firsts" in 2023, securing Mandated Lead Arranger, Bookrunner, and Facility Agent positions in the prestigious Bloomberg Africa Markets League Tables. This accomplishment is part of a broader track record of delivering high-quality, award-winning products and services within the African financial landscape.

Before Afreximbank, Babajide built a strong foundation in deal origination, structuring, and relationship management through impactful roles at FBN Bank UK, Nedbank UK, DBS London, and GT Bank Nigeria, where he launched his career. His strategic vision and operational expertise continue to enhance Afreximbank’s market position and support transformative economic growth across the continent.