Coronation Group Champions Africa’s Future as Gold Sponsor of 2024 Africa CEO Forum

Coronation Group Limited (Coronation), Africa’s premier financial services partner dedicated to driving transformative change and prosperity across the continent, proudly announces its Gold sponsorship of the esteemed 2024 Africa CEO Forum, set to convene in Kigali on 16th and 17th May 2024.

The 11th annual summit of the Africa CEO Forum will bring together over 1,800 CEOs, Heads of State, and Prime Ministers from around the world under the theme “At the Table or on the Menu? A Critical Moment to Shape the Future of Africa.” The forum will feature over 60 panel discussions, public-private workshops, and closed-door roundtables, exploring pivotal topics such as Carbon Markets, Unlocking Climate Finance, and The Silent P: Adding Philanthropy to Public-Private Partnerships.

Firmly established in Nigeria and Ghana, Coronation Group aims to provide transformational solutions to the unique challenges facing African economies. By leveraging its strategic partnership with Access Holdings and M-PESA, Coronation stands out as a leading orchestrator of platforms and ventures that enable sustainable wealth creation across the continent. Founded by Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, a visionary African banker, investor, and philanthropist with an impressive track record of building outstanding African financial institutions, Coronation is evolving into a Pan-African financial services powerhouse.

As Coronation expands beyond Nigeria and Ghana, the Group is committed to unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation across Africa. With a track record in key West African markets, Coronation Group is now poised to expand its footprint into other African regions. The Group’s accomplishments include obtaining the first Capital Market Holding Company (CMHC) license in Nigeria, delivering over ₦100 billion in ecosystem revenue in 2023, and serving over 2 million customers.  Coronation is committed to building successful technology-enabled startups that address Africa’s unique challenges and drive sustainable growth across the continent.

Wole Onasanya, CEO/Managing Director of Coronation Group Limited, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “As a trusted partner in Africa’s financial landscape, Coronation Group is proud to support the Africa CEO Forum as a Gold sponsor. This is a testament to our unwavering commitment to driving transformative change and fostering prosperity across the continent. Through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, we are dedicated to building enduring legacies and empowering financial independence for all Africans. We look forward to engaging with industry leaders, fostering meaningful dialogue, and exploring collaboration opportunities that will shape the future of Africa’s financial landscape.”

The forum will be attended by Wole Onasanya, CEO/Managing Director of Coronation Group Limited, Kayode Akindele, CEO of Coronation Capital Limited, who will be speaking on a panel session, and Adebayo Adewolu, CEO of Trium Limited, among others. Their presence underscores Coronation’s commitment to fostering dialogue and collaboration towards a prosperous future for Africa.