…says we’ll take hospitality to new heights
By Ime Silas
One of the leading philanthropists and entrepreneurs in Africa, Mr. Tony Elumelu has assured their numerous customers across the globe that with new 5000-seat event centre and management, Transcorp Hotels Plc will take hospitality business to new heights.
The Heirs Holdings and United Bank for Africa (UBA) Chairman who stated this while welcoming the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO) of the Hotels, Uzo Oshogwe expressed confidence that her wealth of experience, proven expertise and values aligned with the company’s vision.
Tony Elumelu stated thus in a statement: “Delighted to welcome Uzo Oshogwe, the new Managing Director/CEO of Transcorp Hotels Plc. Uzo succeeds Dupe Olusola.
Uzo Oshogwe brings over 30 years of outstanding leadership experience, with significant roles at United Bank for Africa UBA Group, Accenture UK, and most recently, Afriland Properties Plc. Her proven expertise in driving strategic growth and delivering value aligns perfectly with our vision”.
The founder of Tony Elumelu Foundation also took time to appreciate the MD/CEO, Dupe Olusola, saying that her leadership skills and contribution helped lay solid foundation for ongoing success.
“I want to also thank Dupe for her leadership and contribution, which have laid a solid foundation for our ongoing success.
Please join me in welcoming Uzo to her new role and appreciating Dupe for her tenure.
Transcorp Hilton Abuja is where Nigeria welcomes the world, and with our new 5,000-seat event centre, I know with Uzo we will be taking our hospitality offering to new heights” Tony concluded.
Apart from interests in banking and hospitality, the Heirs Holdings conglomerate is also excelling in electric power generation, oil and gas, agriculture, etc.
Its founder, Tony Elumelu has won series of awards and recognition across Africa and Nigeria including but not limited to Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR), Forbes’ Africa’s Person of the Year (2012), CNBC Africa’s Philanthropist of the Year (2013).
Tony is a highly respected and influential figure in African business and entrepreneurship known for his pragmatism in vision, leadership and genuine commitment towards the empowerment of next generation of African entrepreneurs.
