Africa at the UN General Assembly: Setting the Agenda

There is nowhere else in the world where you can reap from the kind of investments that Africa offers, where ambition can be realised and lives can be changed. However, I am acutely aware of the fundamental issues our continent faces. With over 60% of Africans lacking access to electricity, gender inequality persisting, and our youth – largely unemployed or underemployed and talent

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Benin Republic 2024

Diary of TEF Impact – Benin Republic 2024

I traveled to Benin Republic this week, with a packed itinerary focused on strengthening partnerships, that drive economic growth across West Africa. During my visit, I had the opportunity to see three powerful ways we drive impact in Benin, in the programmes of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, the Africapitalism impact

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A Day In Benin Republic

A Day In Benin Republic | Une journée au Bénin

My trip to Benin Republic affirmed once again my belief in Africa’s potential. First stop, Sèmè City. I addressed 100+ innovative, young African entrepreneurs, building the future of Africa, led by the CEO, Claude Borna. Sèmè City has been a longstanding partner of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, sharing our commitment

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Diary of TEF Impact – Kigali 2024

In between my meetings in Rwanda, I took time to visit a 2016 Tony Elumelu Foundation beneficiary, Yvette Ishimwe, Founder of Iriba Water Group. Proud of Yvette’s innovative Water ATM in Kigali. The water ATM provides access to clean water for rural communities. With USD5,000 seed capital in 2016, Yvette

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24 Hours in Senegal – 24 Heures au Sénégal

Last week, I visited Senegal, at the invitation of the President, H.E. Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Newly elected and one of the youngest leaders in Africa, our shared passion for youth empowerment and economic transformation was the foundation of great conversations. We swapped experiences, shared laughs – and I listened to

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Celebrating Heirs Holdings At 14

Today marks a significant milestone, as we celebrate 14 years of excellence at Heirs Holdings Group. I wanted to share some reflections, as we look back at our achievements, and look forward, as we double down on our ambition: When one door closes, many others open. Fourteen years ago, my

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Promoting Peace in Africa

Insecurity and insurgency undermine Africa’s economic development.   When people fear for their lives, when they cannot plan for their futures, when they cannot move freely or safely, or protect their goods, they cannot be entrepreneurs. All the issues associated with insecurity, such as food security, migration, and inadequate infrastructure, stifle

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My Financial Times Feature

“He has transcended the business world in a way that none of his Nigerian peers has.” – Financial Times. I was recently interviewed by the Financial Times, where I discussed my journey advocating for Africapitalism, the impact of imperialism on Africa, and why I decided to enter the oil industry.

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14-Years of Transformation and Excellence at Heirs Holdings

In June this year, we brought together over 100 directors from Heirs Holdings Group companies, at our iconic Transcorp Hilton. 23 companies were present; 7 critical sectors; global companies and young startups; and our philanthropy, the Tony Elumelu Foundation. We discussed governance, institutionalisation, future strategy, but we also took time

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To Our Future Leaders: Four Guiding Pillars of Success

Last week, I addressed the 2024 graduating class of Bridge House College, Ikoyi. Entering the hall, catching the anticipation on those faces, it took me back to my childhood. I grew up with limited means and few privileges, my mum was an entrepreneur, running a restaurant, but there was love

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2023: A landmark year for UBA

This year marks a defining chapter for us at UBA – celebrating a landmark anniversary, superlative financial results, and remarkable impact across Africa and beyond. Earlier this week, we formally announced the kick-off of our 75th anniversary celebrations and recognition of the numerous innovations pioneered by UBA. Today, at the

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Building to Last: Celebrating Milestones and Transformation

Today marks a very proud moment in our journey of growth, value creation, and transformation.Celebrating UBA’s 75th anniversary and Transcorp Power’s Annual General Meeting, the first since listing on the Nigerian Exchange. These are two significant milestones in our journey of building lasting legacies and upholding exceptional corporate governance. Creating

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Leadership Lessons – From 47,000 Feet 

The future of Africa lies in the hands of our youth.  I am constantly amazed by the young disruptors I meet.  Take Olugbenga “GB” Agboola, who leads Flutterwave, one of Africa’s fintech unicorns.  We met recently at a conference in India, where he invited me to speak with his employees. 

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