The Chief Executive Officer of iCentra, Taopheek Babayeju, has reaffirmed his dedication to transforming Africa’s public sector, describing it as the bedrock of sustainable national development.
Babayeju, who has worked for 25 years across private, public, and not-for-profit organisations, explained that his passion for public sector reforms stems from early career experiences where he witnessed both its enormous potential and its recurring challenges.
According to him, Africa’s growth and competitiveness depend largely on the efficiency of public institutions. He stressed in a statement that the continent must adopt innovation, technology, and people-centric reforms to achieve real progress.
“Innovation in the public sector is not just about efficiency; it is about building trust, driving inclusive growth, and ensuring no one is left behind,” he said.
He argued that while the private sector often ignites innovation, it is the public sector that has the mandate and capacity to anchor and scale reforms for national impact. “This is more than delivering projects—it is about nation-building,” Babayeju added.
Through iCentra, a global technology and business solutions company operating from Abuja, Nigeria, and Texas, USA, Babayeju and his team have played critical roles in advancing reforms across Nigeria and beyond.
Some of iCentra’s notable projects include setting up Enterprise Programme Management Systems, building institutional capacity, and supporting intervention projects with the CBN. Its project with the Federal Inland Revenue Service includes deploying ISO 27001 standards, strengthening risk management, and enhancing project management office capabilities.
It has also engaged in other projects with various government agencies and state governments, according to the statement.
Babayeju said these interventions reflect iCentra’s mission to strengthen governance and create measurable impact in communities. Beyond Nigeria, iCentra has also implemented transformative projects across Africa.
The company has built capacity for tens of thousands of public sector employees across multiple countries, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to sustain long-term reforms.
This cross-border work, Babayeju noted, shows the firm’s belief in African solutions for African problems. “Our work is about empowering public servants with the right skills and frameworks to deliver services that directly touch the lives of millions,” he said.
Babayeju maintained that transforming Africa’s public sector requires collective effort from governments, private sector players, and civil society. He called for stronger collaboration to improve governance, transparency, and accountability, insisting that without vibrant public institutions, Africa’s economic ambitions will remain limited.
“Public sector transformation is the anchor for Africa’s future. Once we get it right, the ripple effect will be felt across education, healthcare, infrastructure, and every other aspect of development,” he concluded.
With iCentra’s continued interventions, the company positions itself as a strategic partner for governments seeking to modernise their operations and build systems that can drive inclusive growth across the continent.
