Yemisi Izuora
The Chief Executive Officer of The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE), Mr. Oscar N. Onyema, has been named Most Innovative chief executive officer (CEO) of the Year in recognition of his remarkable role in the development of the Nigerian capital market.
The award was presented at the inauguration ceremony of the 9th President of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mines & Agriculture (ABUCCIMA), held at the Sheraton Hotel, Abuja on January 21, 2014.
According to Mr. Jude Igwe, Vice-president, public relations, ABUCCIMA, the awards are given to only individuals who have consistently demonstrated uncommon resilience and innovation in their various economic engagements.
Commenting on the award, Onyema said, “I am honoured to receive the 2014 Abuja Chamber Award for Most Innovative CEO of the Year. While this award is personal in nature, it would not have been possible without the great team at The Nigerian Stock Exchange, who are making significant contributions to the development of the Nigerian capital market and Africa at large. This award is for my team, I am just receiving it in my name”.
Onyema noted that “The NSE has made great strides in its transformation journey which has brought about major reviews of its governance, market structure and operations, a stronger regulatory environment, and the implementation of innovations required for delivering a robust and efficient capital market”.
Alhaji Aliko Dangote, GCON, Sir Emeka Ofor and Mr. Olatunde Ayeni were among those honoured by the Abuja Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture.