At the 13th All Africa Business Leaders Awards (AABLA) in Johannesburg, South Africa, Heirs Holdings Group delivered a standout moment of excellence as two of its distinguished leaders, Dr. Owen Omogiafo, OON, Group Chief Executive Officer of Transcorp, and Samuel Nwanze, Executive Director/Group Chief Financial Officer of Heirs Energies, were honoured for their exceptional achievements, strategic leadership, and lasting contributions to Africa’s business landscape.
Dr. Omogiafo received the Africa Businesswoman of the Year Award, recognising her as one of Africa’s most dynamic and inspiring leaders, championing innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth across the continent. Nwanze was named Chief Financial Officer of the Year, a testament to Heirs Energies’ strong governance, financial discipline, and operational excellence, enabling the company to optimise energy production, navigate complex operations, and deliver African solutions to Africa’s unique energy needs.
Founded by ABN Group in partnership with CNBC Africa, AABLA is a premier awards platform celebrating outstanding business and organisational leadership across the continent. The programme highlights individuals and institutions whose work exemplifies excellence, innovation, governance, impact, and sustainable performance; amplifying success stories that inspire Africa’s continued growth.
Heirs Holdings’ sustained investment in people continues to produce leaders who drive organisational performance and contribute meaningfully to national and continental development, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to improving lives and transforming Africa.