Globus Bank Fraud Case: Why I Need to Clear my Name__Idris Babatunde
I am Idris Babatunde Olayiwola, a first-class graduate of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin.
After graduating in 2012, I completed my NYSC at the Ondo State University of Technology, Okitipupa, as an ICT Officer. I subsequently went through the Graduate Academy programme at Computer Warehouse Group (CWG) in January 2014, leading to a contract role as a Finacle (CBA) Consultant. I officially started with CWG in April 2014.
In 2016, I joined UBA as a Core Banking Application Support Team member. My diligent work led to my participation in the rollout of UBA Mali in 2018. Following this project, CWG invited me back to lead new Core Banking Application projects. I rejoined CWG in 2018 as the Team Lead for Core Banking Application and was assigned to the Globus Bank Core Banking Application Project. My team and I successfully launched the project in November 2019. I got married in December 2019.
Upon completing the project, Globus Bank’s Managing Director, Elias Igbinakenzua, and other executives offered me a position to oversee their Core Banking Application processes, which I accepted in January 2021.
During my tenure at Globus Bank, I frequently met with top executives, often as the youngest and most junior member in the room, taking instructions to assist in structuring transactions. Due to growing concerns over unethical practices at the bank, I decided to leave. I accepted a pay cut to join KPMG as an Assistant Manager in the Technology and Enablement Department in September 2021. This decision was motivated by a desire to protect my career and integrity.
Despite attempts by the Managing Director to retain me with a lucrative offer, I left Globus Bank and joined KPMG in September 2021. My stint at KPMG was the highlight of my career.
In December 2021, my wife relocated to the UK, and I joined her in May 2022, continuing my work with KPMG until I resigned in September 2022. I have since been residing in the UK.
Recently, I was shocked to see an online report from Nairametrics accusing me of collaborating with Globus Bank staff to commit fraud. Given that I have been in the UK since May 2022, these allegations are baseless. My only connection to Globus Bank post-resignation is my customer account.
The Nairametrics report falsely claimed that I hired someone at the bank and took over a staff password to post transactions. This is impossible; no single staff member has unilateral access to critical bank operations due to strict security protocols.
In December 2023, I discovered an unsolicited account had been opened in my name at Globus Bank. I immediately informed the bank that I did not authorize this action. This incident raised suspicions of malpractice within the bank.
I have considered legal action against the bank for these false accusations and the unsolicited account. It appears someone within the bank is trying to frame me to cover their fraudulent activities. I have not been contacted by the bank or law enforcement regarding these allegations. It is disheartening to see my professional reputation tarnished by unfounded claims.
Globus Bank may be attempting to conceal internal fraud and unethical practices, but implicating me is unjust. I left the bank in 2021 and have maintained a career founded on integrity and dedication.
These accusations must be addressed truthfully. My professional journey has been marked by hard work and honesty. I refuse to be scapegoated for the unethical actions of others. Former executives who share my concerns have reached out to support me. I am determined to clear my name and uphold the integrity I have built over the years.
Idris Babatunde Olayiwola
1st July, 2024
