Top Nigerian Women In Leadership

Top Nigerian Women In Leadership

Born on the soil of the prestigious country Nigeria and known to break boundaries, Nigerian women are sure a sight to behold.

Have you ever wondered about our women in Nigeria? The black shining and Intelligent women of the Giant Of Africa are known to be rotted in culture and uphold a high level of discipline and spirituality. You definitely can not miss a Nigerian woman and her presence when you come across her. Nigeria is a country recognized globally for its enrichment of intellectually inclined citizens. However, more often than none, the focus is always on Nigerian men and their achievement in Leadership positions. Nigerian women are known to be strong forces to reckon with in any positions they are being placed. 

With this article, we are bringing the spotlight on women by identifying top Nigerian Women In Leadership. Nigeria is filled with highly intellectual women who are striving and prospering in their different fields of interest and careers. Fields of industries ranging from technology, fashion, politics, entertainment, finance, transportation and so many more. In this article, without any preference or scale, we will be examining phenomenal Nigerian women in Leadership positions. 

 

Top 5 Nigerian Women Who Have Stood Out in Places Of Leadership 

The Famous and Successful Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala: 

Are you even a Nigerian woman or lady if you do not know her? Ngozi is a household name with being sited as an example for every young young female within the country. Ngozi was born on the 13th of June in 1954 by Chukwuka Okonjo and Kamene Okonjo is a renowned Nigerian economist. She has had a strong education from several recognized universities around the globe such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Harvard University among others. She is the first African and the first woman to become the Director General of the World Trade Organization, a position she attained in March 2021. Before she was appointed as the Director General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi served as a well-recognized and respected Minister of Finance for 4 years in Nigeria, under the presidency of Goodluck Jonathan, and another 4 years under the presidency of Olusegun Obasanjo. She also held the office of Minister for Foreign Affairs for a few months under the presidency of Olusegun Obasanjo in 2006. She is not just a renowned leader in finance but also in politics without limitation to Nigeria. 

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The Strong Voice Obiageli Kathryn Ezekwesili: 

Obiageli is also a renowned and recognized economist, philanthropist, and politician in Nigeria. She is known for her impact during the Bring Back Our Girls Campaign after the Chibok girls were kidnapped on the 14th of April, 2014 by Boko Haram. Obiageli is a chartered accountant by profession but has served as Minister of Education in Nigeria under the presidency of Olusegun Obasanjo, she was also the former Vice President of the World Bank and has served as Vice-President for the World Bank’s program in Africa. Obiageli is a renowned financial and political Leader with a wide range of networks that cut across the globe. 

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The Inspiring and Composed Ibukun Awosika: 

it would be incomplete to discuss top Nigerian women in Leadership without mentioning Ibukun Awosika. Born on the 24th of December, 1962, Ibukun is known as an author, philanthropist, and businesswoman. She co-founded an organization for women named Women in Business Management and Public Service (WIMBIZ) and also chaired the organization for a couple of years. She is globally recognized not just as a businesswoman but also as an ordained pastor. She is also the chairperson for the board of First Bank and serves on several organization boards. Ibukun Awosika is known for her phenomenal impact on women’s development within the country. 

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The Billionaire and Oil Typhoon Folunsho Alakija: 

Folunsho Alakija is a Nigerian billionaire and Philanthropist ranked as one of the richest women in Nigeria according to Forbes. Born on the 15th of July, 1951. She is a worldwide recognized businesswoman who is known for her impact in the banking industry, fashion industry as well as the oil and gas industry. She is commonly referred to as the all-around billionaire. She owns a fashion brand and chairs the Fashion Designers Association of Nigeria (FADAN). She also owns an Oil exporting plant named Famfa Oil Limited. She also served several years with FCMB formerly known as the First National Bank of Chicago. She is a globally recognized leader that cuts across various industries.

Folorunso Alakija


The Media Personality and Favourite Mosunmola Abudu: 

Mosunmola Abudu Popularly known as Mo Abudu is a Media personality and philanthropist who was recently recognized by Forbes as the most successful woman in Africa. She is the Founder and CEO of EbonyLife TV. Mosunmola Abudu started her career in the oil and gas industry at ExxonMobil, where she served as the head of the Human Resources and Training department. Mo Abudu has received an honorary doctorate from Babcock University and the University of Westminster. She is globally recognized for her impact on the media and entertainment industry. Mo Abudu remains one of the most respected women in leadership within and outside the country with a strong social media presence. 

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