Dr. Freeman Osonuga is the founder and CEO of Pilla, Nigeria’s foremost real estate financial solutions provider. With over 10 years of experience, He is an innovator in the real estate and Proptech sectors known for his ability to build and scale organizations to profitability.

Dr. Freeman is a lifelong learner, holding a distinguished MBChB degree in Medicine and Surgery from Olabisi Onabanjo University. He also pursued studies at prestigious institutions, specializing in FinTech at Harvard University, gaining insights into Real Estate Economics and Finance at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), and sharpening his financial acumen with Accounting and Finance for Non-Finance Managers at Lagos Business School (LBS).

He holds esteemed fellowships from WIRED Innovation (UK), The Chartered Institute of Public Resources Management and Politics (Ghana), The National Institute of Credit Administration (Nigeria), and The Chartered Institute of Loan and Risk Management (Nigeria). His leadership was acknowledged as he served as a Senator of the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF), affiliated with the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI).

Anthony is a versatile finance professional with over 15 years of experience. His corporate finance expertise spans process improvement and systems management as well as overseeing financial management – encompassing financial modelling, financial planning & analysis, reporting, as well as treasury management.

Anthony holds a B.Sc. in Banking and Finance from Ekiti State University. His leadership roles in diverse organizations demonstrate his capability in financial analysis, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, and policy transformation & implementation.

He is a Certified Forensic & Investigation Accountant (CFIA) and an Associate of Certified Forensic Investigation Professional (CFIP).

Adefolake is an astute credit risk management professional with 8 years of experience and achievements working in the finance industry.

She adds her wealth of experience in Internal Control processes to steer Regulatory Compliance covering Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), and Financial Crimes Control.

Adefolake holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management. She oversees risk management, credit analysis, monitoring, and reporting at Pilla.

With nearly a decade of dynamic experience in software development and project/product management, Abosede Awoniyi thrives at the intersection of technology and strategic execution. Proficient in modern frameworks such as PHP, Next.js, Nest.js, TypeScript, React.js, and Node.js, she leads the technology team at Pilla, driving the delivery of innovative and scalable solutions.

A certified Chartered Project Manager, Abosede combines a strong foundation in user experience and design with expertise in enterprise architecture planning, business analysis, and the development of robust systems that propel business success.

Her deep understanding of both product and project management ensures seamless alignment between technical execution and organizational goals, solidifying her role as a strategic leader in the technology space.

Abosede is instrumental in ensuring the alignment of technical execution with organizational goals.

Adedeji is a seasoned business operations professional whose experience spans enterprise operation planning, financial assessment, risk analysis, and credit operations.

With over 10 years of experience in the finance sector, Adedeji has led in leadership roles managing multi-billion Naira loan portfolios and executing top-level credit strategies.

He holds certifications in Risk Management and Credit Analysis and a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering.

Adedeji is an advocate for standardized operational processes.

Loveth is a Customer Experience expert with a background in customer support, adept at addressing complex enquiries, resolving issues efficiently, and enhancing the overall customer journey.

With over 3 years of experience in improving customer satisfaction, Loveth has a track record of designing customer-centric strategies and processes dedicated to driving customer satisfaction.

She is responsible for steering Pilla’s efforts to ensure every customer touchpoint reflects our commitment to trust, respect, innovation, and excellence.

Loveth is a champion of elevating customer interactions into memorable and meaningful experiences.

With over 8 years of experience in Marketing that cuts across corporate finance, FMCG, fintech, and real estate, Hameed has driven marketing innovation across East and West African markets.

Hameed is a professional skilled in market research and analysis, planning and implementing GTM strategies, and brand management and development. He is an alumnus of Lagos State University and has certifications from the Chartered Institute of Marketing UK and Google.

A winner of the 2021 Next-Gen PR World Cup Africa competition, Hameed represented Africa at the Inaugural PR Global World Cup Finals, organised by the International Communications Consultancy Organisation (ICCO PR).

Opeyemi specializes in creating and implementing HR strategies that align with business goals. She brings her expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, compliance, and workforce development to Pilla so we remain a workplace where employees thrive.

A strategic Human Resources professional with 3 years of dedicated experience in the finance industry, she holds a B.Sc. in Political Science from the University of Lagos and certifications in HR analytics, data visualization, and management.

Opeyemi is skilled at leveraging data-driven insights to lead forward-thinking HR initiatives that prioritize both the well-being of the team and the achievement of our business goals.