PRESS RELEASE
Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) Announces Mrs. Bola Adesola as New Chairman of the Board of Trustees
The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) is delighted to announce the appointment of Mrs. Bola Adesola as the new Chairman of the Board of Trustees. This announcement comes following the dedicated service and leadership of Mr. Asue Ighodalo, the pioneer Chairman of the HFN Board of Trustees, who played a pivotal role in steering the organization to achieve remarkable growth and success.
A Distinguished Leader in Banking and Finance:
Mrs. Adesola is a highly accomplished professional in the banking and financial services industry. Currently serving as the Chairman of Ecobank Nigeria Limited, she brings over 34 years of experience to her new role. Her impressive career includes holding the position of Senior Vice Chairman, Africa for Standard Chartered Bank, and Chairman of the Bank in Mauritius. Mrs. Adesola has also made significant contributions to renowned institutions such as Citibank and First Bank of Nigeria.
Extensive Involvement in Corporate Governance and Diversity Initiatives:
Beyond her successful career, Mrs. Adesola has been actively involved in various professional associations, corporate governance, and gender diversity initiatives. She co-founded Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ), Nigeria’s leading gender-oriented network, showcasing her commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.
Global Recognition for Visionary Leadership:
Mrs. Adesola's visionary leadership has not gone unnoticed on the global stage. She served as Vice-Chairman of the United Nations Global Compact for three years and currently holds sits on the Leadership Council of Sustainable Energy for All (SE4All) and the Governing Council of Nigeria University of Technology and Management.
A Personal Touch:
Mrs. Adesola is not only a dedicated professional but also a proud mother of twin girls. Known for her avid reading habits and passion for art, she brings a unique blend of professional acumen and personal interests to her new role.
Welcoming Mrs. Bola Adesola:
The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria is enthusiastic about the wealth of experience and leadership that Mrs. Adesola brings to the organization. Having been a Trustee on the board of HFN since inception, her strategic guidance is anticipated to play a crucial role in steering the HFN toward even greater achievements.
Expressing Gratitude:
The HFN expresses sincere gratitude to Mr. Asue Ighodalo for his outstanding leadership as the pioneer Chairman of the Board of Trustees. His contributions have been invaluable in shaping the organization's journey.
Join Us in Welcoming Mrs. Bola Adesola:
We invite all our members and stakeholders to join us in welcoming Mrs. Bola Adesola to her new role as Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for the HFN, and we look forward to the continued success and growth under her leadership.
About HFN:
The HFN is a coalition of stakeholders in the private healthcare sector. It is an apolitical, non-partisan, nonprofit organization aiming to collectively advocate for improving Nigeria’s private health sector. Committed to advancing the quality of healthcare services, HFN catalyzes collaboration and innovation in the Nigerian healthcare industry.
