About Us - EnterpriseNGR

Promoting and influencing
an enabling policy environment

EnterpriseNGR: The Voice of Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) Sector

We are the foremost member-led organisation representing Nigeria’s highly diverse FPS sector. As a professional advocacy group, we champion the advancement of the sector as a catalyst for the development of Nigeria’s economy.

The Nigerian FPS sector comprises Banking, Insurance, Capital Markets, Asset Management, Pensions, Non-interest Finance, FinTech, Professional Services (Legal Services, Accounting and Management Consulting), and Sustainable Finance.

The Nigerian FPS sector comprises the Banking and Finance, Insurance, Pensions, Asset Management, Capital Markets and Green Finance, Islamic Finance, FinTech, Law, Accounting and Consulting subsectors.

Nurturing an enabling environment for engagement

EnterpriseNGR nurtures an enabling environment for engagement with policymakers and champions business sector advocacy domestically and internationally.

Supporting the formation of policies

As a consolidated advocacy group, we support government and regulators in the formation of policies that improve the performance of FPS sector operators in Nigeria.

Our Story

How We Started

EnterpriseNGR was incorporated as a professional policy and advocacy group, registered as a company limited by guarantee and established to promote and advocate for the Financial and Professional Services (“FPS”) sector of Nigeria, with a view to transforming Nigeria into the premier financial services center in Africa.

Our journey commenced when a coalition of visionary business leaders and organizations, recognizing the significant potential of the FPS sector, united to establish a professional advocacy group dedicated to unlocking the sector’s full capabilities to drive economic development in Nigeria. Inspired by the success of organisations like TheCityUK (UK’s FPS advocacy group), our Founders: Aluko & Oyebode, Chapel Hill Denham, Coronation Merchant Bank Limited, Tengen Family Office, FMDQ, FBN Quest, & NGX were clear on a mandate to help position Nigeria as the leading financial services market in Africa. As a professional advocacy group, we are committed to supporting the government and regulators in formulating policies that can improve the performance of FPS sector operators in Nigeria. These policies are designed to increase tax receipts for the government, expand credit to the real sector, and create more employment opportunities.

Our Story

How We Started

Our journey commenced when a coalition of visionary business leaders and organizations, recognizing the significant potential of the FPS sector, united to establish a professional advocacy group dedicated to unlocking the sector’s full capabilities to drive economic development in Nigeria. Inspired by the success of organisations like TheCityUK (UK’s FPS advocacy group), our Founders: Aluko & Oyebode LNP, Chapel Hill Denham, Coronation Merchant Bank Limited, Tengen Family Office, FMDQ Group Plc, Quest Merchant Bank, and Nigeria Exchange Group were clear on a mandate to help position Nigeria as the leading financial services market in Africa. As a professional advocacy group, we are committed to supporting the government and regulators in formulating policies that can improve the performance of FPS sector operators in Nigeria. These policies are designed to increase tax receipts for the government, expand credit to the real sector, and create more employment opportunities.

Our goal is to demonstrate the importance of the FPS sector, unite its voices, and advocate its balanced growth and development.

Promoting the importance of the FPS sector

The importance of the FPS sector to any economy cannot be overstated, given its cross-cutting nature and the impact it has on all other major sectors of the economy.

As an independent and member-led organisation, we are uniquely positioned to understand the needs and challenges of the FPS sector. Our expertise and influence enable us to shape the policy landscape and promote the sector’s interests and contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth and development.

Uniting the Voice of the FPS sector

EnterpriseNGR seeks to unite the voice of the sub-sectors through advocacy and engagement, programmes and initiatives, and collaboration with key stakeholders within the FPS sector.

As an emerging economy, a united and strong FPS sector operating in a friendly policy environment will contribute much more to Nigeria’s GDP, create more jobs and improve the country’s economic prosperity. There is positive correlation between the development of the FPS sector and economic growth of a country. It is this positive correlation that EnterpriseNGR seeks to push for a united and strong FPS sector.

Paving the Way for Balanced Growth Development

We are pursuing balanced growth and development across all sub-sectors of the Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector. To ensure that Nigeria optimally benefit from a robust FPS sector, it is crucial that the progress in the banking sub-sector is replicated throughout the FPS sector. The banking sub- sector has demonstrated significant year-on-year advancements, establishing a strong presence across Africa and gaining international recognition in key financial markets. Conversely, the insurance sub-sector has yet to realize its full potential.

In collaboration with operators in the sector, policymakers, and other stakeholders, we promote the development and implementation of effective policies and regulations that support the sector’s even development.

To sustain and replicate this growth across other subsectors, the sector needs an enabling and stable policy environment built, grown, and maintained by deliberate effort. This is where EnterpriseNGR comes in. We are dedicated to promoting and influencing an enabling policy environment for the FPS sector, positioning Nigeria as a prime financial center for Africa.

History

Progress timeline

2018

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

2026

2018

EnterpriseNGR Incorporated as a Professional and Advocacy Group with 7 Founding Members

2021

EnterpriseNGR Officially Launched with 14 Members

2022

YOE was Founded

EnterpriseNGR launched The State of Enterprise (SOE) Report

YOE Onboarded Cohort I Interns

2023

Joined the World Alliance of International Financial Centres (WAIFC)

EnterpriseNGR’s CEO Appointed to the Board of WAIFC

Graduated Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Cohort I Interns

YOE Onboarded Cohorts II and III Interns

YOE Graduated Cohort II Interns

Partnered Lagos State Government to Sign an Executive Order, Inaugurating the Lagos International Financial Center (LIFC) Council

Partnered Lagos State Government for a Historic Participation at The Lord Mayor’s Show (LMS) in London

Collaborated with the LASG to Host the Invest Lagos Reception in London

Published the State of Enterprise (SOE) Report 2023

Hosted Quarterly Members’ Nights (QMN)

EnterpriseNGR Grew to 23 Members

2024

Signed MOU with Three African Countries, Establishing the African Chapter of WAIFC

Graduated Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Cohort II Interns, Attracted and Trained Thousands of Young Graduates Across Nigeria.

EnterpriseNGR grew to 26

YOE Onboarded Cohorts IV and V Interns

Graduated Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Cohort II Interns

Attracted over 73,000 young Nigerians

Trained over 1,300 young graduates across Nigeria

2025

Secured Federal Government Approval for the Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC)

Published the State of Enterprise (SOE) Report 2025

Graduated YOE Cohorts IV and V

Assumed Chairmanship of the WAIFC Africa Roundtable

Onboarded Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Cohort VI

Institutionalized the YOE Monthly Masterclass Series

Expanded Corporate Membership to 35 Leading FPS Institutions

Hosted the Q1 2025 Quarterly Members’ Night themed “Building Brand Nigeria”

2026

Official Launch of the 2026 Nigeria Macroeconomic Outlook Report

Signed the LIFC Executive Order at Lagos House, Marina

Coordinated the 2026 Annual Members’ Retreat

Hosted the Insurance Sector Transformation Consultative Forum 2026

Launched the Lagos International Financial Centre Phase 1 Report

History

Progress timeline

Vision

To be a leading voice and champion for the development and transformation of Nigeria.

Mission

To advance Nigeria’s transformation as Africa’s premier financial services center.

Values

Our Mission and Vision

Vision

To be a leading voice and champion for the development and transformation of Nigeria.

Mission

To advance Nigeria’s transformation as Africa’s premier financial services center.

Our Values

Sustainability

We are committed to promoting sustainable growth within the FPS sector

Trust

We build and maintain trust through transparent and effective advocacy.

Partnership

We believe in the power of collaboration and work closely with our members and stakeholders to achieve common goals

Board of Directors

EnterpriseNGR is led by a Board comprising seasoned industry professionals with broad experience and expertise across various sub-sectors of FPS.

Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede CFR

Chairman Founder, Tengen Family Office

Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, is a distinguished investor, banker, and philanthropist known for his substantial track record in the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. As co-founder of the Tengen Family Office, he oversees a multibillion-dollar portfolio spanning banking, finance, insurance, technology, real estate, and energy. Through the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation,Aigboje and his wife drive impactful initiatives focused on grooming Nigeria’s future government leaders, enhancing public sector efficiency, and advancing primary healthcare access. Aigboje’s visionary leadership transformed Nigeria’s Access Bank into a leading African Bank with a significant global footprint, while his advocacy for sustainable banking practices and financial market reform has earned him global recognition. He continues to spearhead impactful initiatives like the Adopt-A-Healthcare-Facility Programme, reinforcing his commitment to transformative change and social progress. Aigboje led the acquisition of Access Bank Plc and was appointed Managing Director/CEO in 2002. Having retired as CEO in 2013, he returned in March 2024 as Chairman of Access Holdings Plc. He is also Chairman of Coronation Group, a leading African Investment management conglomerate.

Obi Ibekwe

Chief Executive Officer, EnterpriseNGR

Obi is the Chief Executive Officer of EnterpriseNGR. She has extensive corporate level experience across various Financial and Professional services sectors. Her last position before joining EnterpriseNGR was as Executive Director at United Bank of Africa from where she retired in 2016. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, USA, an MBA degree from the prestigious Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA, and a Law degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria. She was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1986.

Gbenga Oyebode MFR

Of-Counsel, Aluko & Oyebode

Gbenga is Of Counsel at Aluko & Oyebode. He is a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (MFR), 2000, one of Nigeria’s highest honours and Chambers Global, Band 1 in Banking and Finance, Corporate Commercial, Energy and Natural Resource. He has extensive experience advising several top-tier Nigerian, international and multinational clients on energy and natural resources, project/infrastructure finance, privatisation and telecommunications. He holds an LLM from the University of Pennsylvania, University, including an LLD (Hons) from both Elizade and Ekiti State Universities and an LLB (Hons) from the University of Ife (Now Obafemi Awolowo University) in 1979.

Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede CFR

Chairman Founder, Tengen Family Office

Obi Ibekwe

Chief Executive Officer, EnterpriseNGR

Gbenga Oyebode MFR

Of-Counsel, Aluko & Oyebode

Gbenga is Of Counsel at Aluko & Oyebode. He is a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (MFR), 2000, one of Nigeria’s highest honours and Chambers Global, Band 1 in Banking and Finance, Corporate Commercial, Energy and Natural Resource. He has extensive experience advising several top-tier Nigerian, international and multinational clients on energy and natural resources, project/infrastructure finance, privatisation and telecommunications. He holds an LLM from the University of Pennsylvania, University, including an LLD (Hons) from both Elizade & Ekiti State Universities and an LLB (Hons) from the University of Ife (Now Obafemi Awolowo University) in 1979.

Bolaji Balogun

CEO, Chapel Hill Denham

Bolaji is Chief Executive Officer of Chapel Hill Denham and Board Chairman of Unilever Nigeria Plc. He is also a board member of the United Nations Global Compact and a Co-Chair of the Private Sector Advisory Group on the SDGs. He is Chairman of Endeavor Nigeria and a Director of Trustfund Pensions, one of Nigeria’s largest pension fund managers. He is a former Chairman of Lafarge Africa Plc and Nahco FTZ Limited and a former Director of Nahco Aviance Plc and NASD OTC Plc.  Mr Bolaji is an Economics (Honours) graduate of the London School of Economics, University of London.

Ifueko M Omoigui Okauru, MFR

Chairman, Restral Limited

Ifueko M Omoigui Okauru, MFR is the Chairman of Restral Limited. She is a tri-sector expert in matters affecting the development of Nigeria with a special focus on the role of revenue generation in driving economic and social development. Ifueko has a rounded experience at the helm of affairs in the private, public, and non-Governmental sectors of the economy, and holds several honours and awards in recognition of services rendered to Nigeria and other capacities. Ifueko holds a First-Class Bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Lagos, Nigeria, a Master’s in management science from Imperial College London and a Master’s in Public Administration from Harvard University, Cambridge, MA.

Bolaji Balogun

CEO, Chapel Hill Denham

Ifueko M Omoigui Okauru, MFR

Chairman, Restral Limited

Afolabi Olorode

AG, MD/CEO Quest Merchant Bank

Afolabi is the Ag. Managing Director at Quest Merchant Bank. He has significant multi-sectorial expertise and has previously worked with reputable corporations, including Emerging Capital Partners, Renaissance Capital, KPMG, Frontier Capital and Agusto & Co., in various roles covering Sub-Saharan Africa. Afolabi is registered as a Sponsored Individual with the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a member of the Institute of Directors Nigeria (IOD) and a past Director of Administration with the Association of Nigerian Issuing Houses (AIHN). An alumnus of Columbia Business School, INSEAD, Harvard Business School, Wharton Executive Education, and Lagos Business School, he holds an M.Sc in Corporate and International Finance, from Durham Business School, UK, an FCA from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and ⁠B.Sc, in Estate Management from the University of Lagos.

Temi Popoola

Director Group CEO, NGX Group

Temi is the current Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Exchange Group. Prior to this, he was the Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Exchange Limited, the operating Exchange subsidiary of the Group. He is a successful C-suite leader whose unique blend of business acumen, financial expertise, global market growth performance, and operational insight has earned him a reputation built on verifiable career achievements. Temi graduated with a First-Class Honors Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Lagos and holds a Master of Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He is a CFA charter holder and also obtained his NASD series 7 and 63 licenses.

Paul Abiagam

Ag. Managing Director/CEO Coronation Merchant Bank

Paul Abiagam, Acting Managing Director and CEO of Coronation Merchant Bank, brings over 25 years of extensive experience in the banking industry. Paul's career began at Diamond Bank Plc in 1998, where he quickly progressed through the ranks. In 2005, he transitioned to Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), taking on various leadership roles, including Branch Head of Commercial Banking and General Manager and Divisional Head of Commercial Banking. His track record of building successful teams and delivering business growth led to his appointment as Divisional Head of Corporate Banking, in 2019. Recognized for his exceptional leadership and acumen, Paul was appointed the pioneer Managing Director/CEO of Guaranty Trust Pension Managers Ltd. in 2022. He also served as a Non-Executive Director of Guaranty Trust Bank, Cote D'Ivoire, demonstrating his global perspective and strategic vision. Paul's dedication to the field is further underscored by his prestigious Fellowships from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants in the UK, as well as his membership in the Chartered Institute of Directors, Nigeria. An alumnus of Lagos Business School, Paul’s strategic insight and deep understanding of the financial landscape continue to shape his journey as a transformative leader in the banking sector.

Paul Abiagam

Ag. Managing Director/CEO Coronation Merchant Bank

Temi Popoola

Director Group CEO, NGX Group

Afolabi Olorode

AG, MD/CEO Quest Merchant Bank

Afolabi is the Ag. Managing Director at FBNQuest Merchant Bank. He has significant multi-sectorial expertise and has previously worked with reputable corporations, including Emerging Capital Partners, Renaissance Capital, KPMG, Frontier Capital and Agusto & Co., in various roles covering Sub-Saharan Africa. Afolabi is registered as a Sponsored Individual with the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a member of the Institute of Directors Nigeria (IOD) and a past Director of Administration with the Association of Nigerian Issuing Houses (AIHN). An alumnus of Columbia Business School, INSEAD, Harvard Business School, Wharton Executive Education, and Lagos Business School, he holds an M.Sc in Corporate & International Finance, from Durham Business School, UK, an FCA from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and ⁠B.Sc, in Estate Management from the University of Lagos.

Management Team

The Management team, made up of well trained professionals, is agile and dynamic and committed to a culture of execution excellence in delivering on EnterpriseNGR’s mission.

Obi Ibekwe

Chief Executive Officer

Lami Adekola

Director, Policy & Public Affairs

Lami is the Director of Policy and Public Affairs. Prior to joining EnterpriseNGR he was Director, Financial and Professional Services for Africa at the UK Department for International Trade ("DIT") and also doubled as the Acting Country Director/Investment officer for DIT in Nigeria. His career has seen him gain valuable experience across Banking, Investment Banking, Insurance, Asset Management, Pension Fund Management and Law. Lami holds BSc and MSc Economics degrees both fron the University of Lagos. He is an Affiliate Member of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), England and Wales.

Uchechi Oluwole-Akinwale

Head, Corporate Services

Uchechi is Head of Corporate Services at EnterpriseNGR. She has over a decade of proven expertise in multiple areas of law. She was a Senior Legal Manager and Head of Commercial Contracts in First Bank of Nigeria Limited. She obtained a Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of Lagos and a Master's degree in Corporate and Commercial Law from Queen Mary University of London. She holds a Global Certificate on International Financial System (for regulators of securities markets) from Havard Law School.

Tayo Muritala

Head Research

Tayo is Head of Research at EnterpriseNGR. Prior to this he held the position of Research Manager at the prestigious Lagos Business School. Before joining Lagos Business School he worked as a Deputy Research Executive at Value Fronteira Ltd. Previously, he worked as a research assistant at the University of Lagos where he developed research designs, analysed research data and conducted literature and database searches, for research fellows/scholars. He obtained a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Lagos and a Master's degree also in Economics from the University of Ibadan.

Nurturing an enabling environment for engagement

Supporting the formation of policies

Promoting the importance of the FPS sector

Uniting the Voice of the FPS sector

Paving the Way for Balanced Growth Development

Progress timeline

2018

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

2026

Progress timeline

Vision

Mission

Values

Our Mission and Vision

Vision

Mission

Our Values

Sustainability

Trust

Partnership

Board of Directors

Management Team

Obi Ibekwe

Chief Executive Officer

Lami Adekola

Director, Policy & Public Affairs

Uchechi Oluwole-Akinwale

Head, Corporate Services

Tayo Muritala

Head Research

Company

Contact

Subscribe to our Newsletter