My Mother Inspired My Success – Tony O. Elumelu

Popular economist, Tony O. Elumelu has come out to say that he is dedicating the entire month of March to celebrating women.

He recently had his say via his social media page, and Nigerians have been reacting.

According to him, he has been positively influenced by women all his life, and he is continuously inspired by our women who have shattered ceilings.

Tony added that his first influence was his mother, whose experience as an entrepreneur served as his initiation into a world where hard work translates to success.

His words, “I am a product of strong female forces in my life. My first influence was my mother, whose experience as an entrepreneur served as my initiation into a world where hard work translates to success.

At work, I am continuously inspired by our women who have shattered ceilings.

At Heirs Holdings, 40% of our CEOs are women, with 36% representation at the executive management level.

At UBA Group, 50% of our board members are women, with 8 remarkable female CEOs steering the ship of Africa’s most formidable financial institution.

Across our Group, the message is clear: the leadership table is set for everyone and anyone willing to work hard.

WOW.