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
Mrs. Ngozi Chukwu is a seasoned Business Development Manager with over 15 years of cognate professional experience.
From her early days in media to steering one of Nigeria’s primary mortgage banks, Mrs. Ngozi Chukwu’s career reflects a steady rise driven by strategy, innovation, and results.
She began her professional journey as an advertising executive at Nigerian News World magazine, where she quickly learned the art of persuasive communication. That skill became the foundation for her success when she joined the banking sector, where her marketing and business development strategies began to shape bottom-line growth.
- Chukwu’s impact was clear within a few years; she had earned a reputation for turning ideas into profitable ventures. She climbed through the ranks to become Group Head of Business Development, and her record of achievement led to her appointment as Acting Managing Director/CEO.
- In her current role, she has worked to align the Bank’s operations with a forward-looking vision, introducing innovative approaches to strengthen its position as a profit-driven, nationally recognized primary mortgage institution. Known for decisive leadership and the ability to inspire teams, she is regarded as both a strategist and a builder.
- Her professional development spans international and local trainings, including housing finance systems, behavioural intelligence, and credit and risk management in the mortgage banking space.
A member of the Nigerian Institute of Management, she holds degrees from the University of Uyo, Ahmadu Bello University, and Nile University, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Finance.
Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank recorded N4.39 billion in revenue, a total asset base of N25.15 billion, and a market capitalization of N30 billion in 2024.
