Grace Farayola Honored with Women in Tech Leadership Award at Achievers Awards International 2025

Grace Funmilayo Farayola has been announced as the recipient of the Women in Tech Leadership Award at the just-concluded Achievers Awards International, 11th October 2025, held at Golden Tulip, Zanzibar, Tanzania. The Achievers Awards International is a globally recognized platform celebrating exceptional individuals from Nigeria and around the world who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in their fields and made meaningful contributions to their communities and nations.

Although Grace was unavoidably absent at the event, the award was received on her behalf by a dedicated member of her team.

Grace Funmilayo Farayola was recognized for her remarkable contributions to the advancement of digital technology in Africa and her consistent advocacy for increased women participation in the tech ecosystem across Nigeria and the African continent. Her work continues to inspire young women to pursue careers in technology and leadership.

Currently, Grace serves as a Fraud Strategy Analyst at TSYS, where she plays a vital role in fraud prevention, real-time monitoring, and the implementation of robust anti-fraud processes. In her professional capacity, Grace has consistently demonstrated innovation, resilience, and a commitment to leveraging technology to solve critical financial security challenges. Her dedication to excellence and passion for building safer digital financial systems have earned her notable respect in her industry.

Speaking with our team via telephone, Grace expressed deep appreciation for the recognition and extended heartfelt gratitude to the award organizers and everyone who supported her nomination.

In her words:
“This is just the beginning, and the sky is my stepping stone. We are building gradually, and with time, we will share with the public what we have in store.”

Grace Funmilayo Farayola remains an inspiring force, empowering women, advancing digital innovation, and contributing significantly to Africa’s tech