Tope Aladenusi appointed Cyber Leader for Deloitte Africa

Folalumi Alaran in Abuja

As cybercrime continues to be one of the top risks organizations face today, Deloitte Africa has appointed Tope Aladenusi to lead its Cybersecurity services business in Africa

Aladenusi, who is Harvard and Unilorin alumnus was instrumental in pioneering cybersecurity practice in Deloitte Nigeria. He was previously the West Africa Risk Advisory Leader between 2021 and May 2025, Chief Strategist for Deloitte West Africa between 2016 and 2021 and the Chief HR officer between 2013 and 2016

As board and executives across Africa take the center stage in the fight against cybercrime, it is expected that collaboration among industry players is heightened to win the cyber war

The President of HR Club in Romania, Andreea Vionea described the appointment as well deserved

Dr Samuel Mbonu, a global cybersecurity leader, in response to the appointment said – “There’s no doubt that you’ve worked incredibly hard to earn this achievement. Wishing you continued success as you take on this new and elevated role. You are a trail blazer and have been a remarkable influence on many in the profession and the industry at large — keep raising the bar!”

Olayinka David-West, Dean of Lagos Business School described the appointment as well-deserved

Bola Asiru, global vice president at Mastercard remarked – “Congratulations and well deserved. The ecosystem is safer with your leadership of this critical area!”

Clar Rosso, NACD.DC and former ISC global CEO said – “Many congratulations! Love seeing your leadership recognized! Wishing you all the best.”.