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Innocent Isichei is an accomplished policy professional with extensive experience working with stakeholders in both the public and private sectors across Africa. He currently serves as a Director at ACIOE Associates, where he assists clients in entering new markets in Africa. His role involves shaping policy discourse on critical issues, such as fostering the growth of the payment ecosystem in key African markets. Additionally, Innocent supports the regulatory and government engagement efforts of clients, enhancing their understanding of the policy environment in countries like Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and Kenya. Innocent is also a Senior Policy Adviser to Paystack Payments and a Partner at Ventures Platform, one of Africa’s leading venture capital firms. He previously served as the Director of Policy for Paystack Payments, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategic direction and regulatory compliance.