By Akinwale Kasali
Following the retirement of Emmanuel Nnorom as Chairman of Transcorp Hotels PLC Board, Dr. Awele Vivian Elumelu has been appointed as his successor.
The hospitality, a subsidiary of Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group”), in its announcement, stated that the appointment of Dr Elumelu as Chair of the Company will take effect from January 01, 2026.
Dr.Elumelu, OFR, wife of Tony Elumelu, CFR, Chair of United Bank of Africa, brings her exceptional leadership and wealth of experience across healthcare, insurance, corporate governance, and philanthropy into play as she mounts the saddle.
Awele, a Medical Doctor, is the Chair of Avon Healthcare Limited (Avon HMO), Nigeria’s leading health insurance provider.
Avon Medical Practice is a fast-growing network of hospitals and clinics which has carved a niche and name for itself overtime.
She also Chairs Heirs Insurance Brokers and is a founding Director of Heirs Holdings Limited.
Elumelu got her MBBS from the University of Benin and Clinical experience in Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
Her medical training has been complemented with world-class executive education from institutions including Harvard Business School, IMD Switzerland, and the London School of Economics.
Her commitment to social impact is demonstrated through her role as Trustee and Co-Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, Africa’s leading philanthropy empowering young entrepreneurs.
Through the Foundation, she has been instrumental in driving gender inclusion and supporting over 24,000 young African men and women with seed capital, training, and mentorship.
Tony Elumelu, CFR, Group Chair of Transcorp Group, commenting on her appointment said: “We are delighted to welcome Dr Awele Elumelu as the Board Chair of Transcorp Hotels. Her distinguished track record perfectly aligns with our ambition to redefine hospitality through innovation, wellness integration, and responsible business practices.
“Her strategic insight will be invaluable, as we continue to elevate guest experiences and deliver sustainable value to all stakeholders.”
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