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Shola Akinlade
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Shola Akinlade

Shola Akinlade is a Nigerian Co-founder and CEO of Paystack. Born January 1, 1985, 41 years old. State of origin: Lagos State.

How old is Shola Akinlade?

Shola Akinlade is 41 years old, born January 1, 1985.

What is Shola Akinlade's state of origin?

Shola Akinlade's state of origin is Lagos State.

Co-founder and CEO of Paystack.

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Date of Birth
January 1, 1985
Age
41
State of Origin
Lagos State
Occupation
Co-founder and CEO of Paystack.

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Shola Akinlade is a Nigerian software engineer and entrepreneur. He co-founded Paystack, a massive fintech company that transformed online payments in Africa and was acquired by Stripe for $200M+.

Career Highlights

  1. Co-founded Paystack, integrating African businesses into the global economy

  2. Led Paystack to a $200M+ acquisition by Stripe (2020)

  3. Purchased Danish football club Aarhus Fremad

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