Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Heirs Energies and Chief Investment Officer of Heirs Holdings Group, Samuel O. Nwanze, has been named Africa CFO of the Year at the prestigious All Africa Business Leaders Awards (AABLA) in partnership with CNBC Africa.
The remarkable accomplishment has been described as a testament to the Group Chairman, Tony O. Elumelu, and his philosophy of championing African excellence through Africapitalism. Under his leadership, the organisation has reportedly built an ecosystem that empowers leaders like Mr. Nwanze to thrive and redefine the African business landscape
The organisation added that Nwanze’s win is a direct reflection of the world-class talent and strategic ambition being built within the group.
It submitted: “His leadership in high-stakes finance and investment is a key driver of our success, making this award a point of pride for every one of us.
“Sam is not only a CFO in the traditional sense. He is an architect of growth, a dealmaker, and a strategic force. His journey with our group has been defined by landmark transactions and unwavering financial discipline that have reshaped our portfolio and the energy landscape in Africa.
“This award, judged by a panel of the continent’s most respected business leaders, validates what we have always known: Sam’s expertise is world-class. He is a sought-after voice at the African Union, the Milken Institute, and Oxford Saïd Business School, and his recent role as the first African on the board of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) places him at the forefront of global finance.
“Samuel Nwanze is a cornerstone of our success. His vision and execution are directly linked to our growth, stability, and ambitious future.”