Banking and boardroom guru, Tony Elumelu, is no doubt a colossus in the sector.
Over the years, the Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) has succeeded in positioning his business among the top in the world.
As proof of his success, Forbes Magazine featured him among the richest in Africa.
Elumelu, who doubles as Chairman, Heirs Holdings, is a great thinker and orator. He is said to have showcased these God-given talents on different occasions.
Last Tuesday, the well-established banker got a standing ovation when he delivered a powerful keynote speech at the Business and Investment Expo organised by Abuja Investment Company Limited at the Bola Tinubu Conference Centre, Abuja.
He mesmerised his audience with his address, titled ‘Empowering sustainable growth: Unlocking potential in emerging markets,’ showcasing his vast knowledge and grasp of Africa’s economy.
The keynote speaker urged African governments to focus on developing infrastructure, ensuring policy stability, and strengthening public-private partnerships to promote sustainable growth, while commending the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for the ongoing infrastructural advancements in the nation’s capital.
He also noted that Africa’s future lies in the hands of its entrepreneurs. “When we empower our young people, support small and medium-sized enterprises, and provide access to electricity, education, and digital tools, we unlock the true potential of our continent,” he said.
Elumelu also highlighted the role of the private sector in addressing challenges, such as unemployment, poverty, and inequality, stressing that inclusive growth can only be achieved when both the public and private sectors work collaboratively.
He stressed that Africa’s private sector must lead investment in skills and skill development to empower Africa’s youth, champion sustainability and green growth as we industrialise, build value chains that bring small enterprises and rural communities into the growth story, and drive digital transformation to unlock productivity and competitiveness.
After his speech, the boardroom guru received a deafening applause for his contribution.
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