Vista Holdings Limited has appointed Mr. Babatunde Fadoju as the Chief Executive Officer of Aston Cooperative Ltd, the company announced on Thursday.

The appointment is part of a broader leadership restructuring within the group, following the inauguration of its new Board of Directors on July 15, 2025, and the unification of its nine subsidiaries into a single organizational structure.

As CEO, Fadoju will oversee Aston Cooperative’s operations, which focus on providing savings, lending, and financial advisory services to Nigerians, particularly the unbanked and underbanked. The cooperative aims to enhance financial inclusion through member-driven solutions based on trust, transparency, and sustainable practices.

Dr. Tony Kolawole Aspire, Group Chief Executive Officer of Vista Holdings, welcomed Fadoju’s appointment, noting the strategic role of Aston Cooperative within the group’s portfolio.

“Aston Cooperative is a vital link between financial access and grassroots empowerment. His dedication to financial literacy, cooperative governance, and inclusive banking makes him a powerful asset to our vision. We are confident that his leadership will take Aston to new heights,” Dr. Aspire said.

Fadoju, a veteran in cooperative finance and community-based financial services, emphasized his commitment to expanding financial access.

“I am honoured to take on this role at such a transformative moment,” he said. “At Aston, we believe in building wealth from the ground up. My goal is to strengthen the cooperative spirit, create accessible financial solutions, and help more Nigerians take charge of their financial futures.”

Vista Holdings Limited is a diversified conglomerate with subsidiaries spanning real estate development, education, finance, and cooperative services. The group has stated that it seeks to deliver innovation, efficiency, and social impact across its operations, with a focus on empowering individuals and communities through sustainable business practices.