The presence of women in top executive positions within Nigeria’s corporate sector has steadily grown, with more female leaders now steering some of the country’s biggest companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX).
This list spotlights women leading some of the most asset-rich corporations in Nigeria, spanning banking, financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, and insurance.
Collectively, these female CEOs are responsible for managing assets valued at over N81 trillion.
Many of these female CEOs bring decades of experience across local and international institutions, combining strategic vision with proven track records in finance, operations, and innovation. Their rise to the helm of these companies signals a shift toward inclusivity and merit-based leadership in corporate governance.
Beyond their professional achievements, these executives also serve as role models for the next generation of women in business. Their positions reflect progress in gender representation at the highest levels of corporate Nigeria, while also highlighting the work that remains to achieve greater equity.
Here is a list of the top 15 female CEOs of companies listed on NGX by their total asset
Owen Diana Omogiafo stands as the first woman to serve as President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, a position she assumed in 2020 at the age of 39. She has not only driven significant financial growth but also made a lasting impact on the Nigerian corporate landscape.
The company generated N407.92 billion in revenue, held total assets of N751.56 billion, and had a market capitalization of N440 billion in 2024.
- Owen Omogiafo’s career spans over two decades, during which she has gained extensive experience across various sectors, including financial services, hospitality, and energy.
- Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Anthropology from the University of Benin and a Master’s in Human Resource Management from the London School of Economics & Political Science.
- Omogiafo began her career at Accenture as an Organisation and Human Performance Consultant, focusing on Change Management. She later joined the United Bank for Africa Plc as the HR Advisor to the group managing director. She also held a senior leadership role at the Tony Elumelu Foundation.
Her leadership capabilities were further demonstrated during her tenure as Director of Resources at Heirs Holdings, a Pan-African investment company, where she established herself as a strategic thinker and transformative leader.
Owen Omogiafo’s influence extends beyond her corporate achievements. She serves on the boards of several notable companies, including Afriland Properties, Transcorp Power, TransAfam Power, and Abuja Electricity Distribution Company.
