Omotayo Dada
Managing Director/CEO
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Name:Omotayo Dada
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Omotayo Philip Dada – Managing Director, Inland Container Nigeria Limited (ICNL)
Omotayo Philip Dada, FPTM, MCIoD, is a visionary business leader and Managing Director of Inland Container Nigeria Limited (ICNL), where he drives strategic transformation and operational excellence in Nigeria’s logistics and supply chain industry. With over 15 years of progressive leadership experience, Omotayo has built a reputation for delivering sustainable growth, spearheading innovation, and shaping policies that advance regional trade and economic development.
His career spans senior executive roles at Red Star Express Plc (FedEx Nigeria) and its subsidiary, Red Star Support Services Ltd, where he led nationwide business development strategies, consistently surpassing revenue and profitability targets. Omotayo’s leadership philosophy centres on strategic foresight, stakeholder engagement, and cross-border integration, positioning him as a trusted voice in the logistics sector.
Omotayo holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and a Master’s degree in Diplomacy and Strategic Studies from the University of Lagos. He has completed advanced executive programs with MIT Sloan Management Review (via Skillsoft) and Workforce Group. His professional credentials include:
Certificate of Proficiency in Information Systems Management
– APTECH Worldwide Consultative Selling Skills
– FedEx Purple Academy Certifications in Strategic Port & Terminal Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Leadership Development.
He is an elected Fellow of the Port & Terminal Management Academy of Nigeria (POTMAN) and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria, reflecting his commitment to governance and industry best practices.
Omotayo’s thought leadership has earned him national recognition. In 2025, he received:
NEGF Lifetime Achievements Award for outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s economic development Guild of Marine Surveyors Appreciation Award for his impactful presentation on “Container Transportation & Logistics in Nigeria”
A sought-after speaker and strategist, Omotayo continues to champion innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable logistics solutions within the ECOWAS corridor, making him a driving force in shaping the future of African trade.
Omotayo Philip Dada, FPTM, MCIoD, is a visionary business leader and Managing Director of Inland Container Nigeria Limited (ICNL), where he drives strategic transformation and operational excellence in Nigeria’s logistics and supply chain industry. With over 15 years of progressive leadership experience, Omotayo has built a reputation for delivering sustainable growth, spearheading innovation, and shaping policies that advance regional trade and economic development.
His career spans senior executive roles at Red Star Express Plc (FedEx Nigeria) and its subsidiary, Red Star Support Services Ltd, where he led nationwide business development strategies, consistently surpassing revenue and profitability targets. Omotayo’s leadership philosophy centres on strategic foresight, stakeholder engagement, and cross-border integration, positioning him as a trusted voice in the logistics sector.
Omotayo holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and a Master’s degree in Diplomacy and Strategic Studies from the University of Lagos. He has completed advanced executive programs with MIT Sloan Management Review (via Skillsoft) and Workforce Group. His professional credentials include:
Certificate of Proficiency in Information Systems Management
– APTECH Worldwide Consultative Selling Skills
– FedEx Purple Academy Certifications in Strategic Port & Terminal Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Leadership Development.
He is an elected Fellow of the Port & Terminal Management Academy of Nigeria (POTMAN) and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria, reflecting his commitment to governance and industry best practices.
Omotayo’s thought leadership has earned him national recognition. In 2025, he received:
NEGF Lifetime Achievements Award for outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s economic development Guild of Marine Surveyors Appreciation Award for his impactful presentation on “Container Transportation & Logistics in Nigeria”
A sought-after speaker and strategist, Omotayo continues to champion innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable logistics solutions within the ECOWAS corridor, making him a driving force in shaping the future of African trade.