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
Dukor Anderline Ndidi is the Co-Chief Executive Officer of MeCure Healthcare Limited, a position she has held since June 2022. She is a seasoned professional in the pharmaceutical sector with more than 25 years of experience.
As of 2024, the company generated N46.03 billion in revenue, held N54.84 billion in total assets, and had a market capitalization of N60 billion.
Before becoming Co-CEO, she served as Director of Pharmaceutical Operations at MeCure for ten years (2013–2023). In that role, she played a key part in improving processes and strengthening the company’s pharmaceutical services.
- Her journey with MeCure began in 2006 as Superintendent Pharmacist and Regulatory Affairs Manager, positions she held for seven years. Prior to joining MeCure, she worked at Renaissance Pharmaceuticals Limited (1998–2006) as a Superintendent Pharmacist and Regulatory Affairs Officer, and earlier as a Pharmacist on Duty at St. Nicholas Pharmacy (1996–1997).
- Anderline holds a Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacy from the University of Lagos and a Master of Public Health from Lagos State University College of Medicine.
- She leads the company’s operations in Lagos and drives its mission to provide quality healthcare services.
MeCure is one of Nigeria’s largest pharmaceutical companies and the biggest by market capitalization on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). The company is headquartered in Lagos and is widely recognized for its commitment to innovation and quality.
