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THE GLOBAL EXECUTIVE MBA PROGRAM TAPS THE PULSE OF AFRICA’S BIGGEST CITY...
In recent times, a funny picture circulated social media illustrating that a bucket of Kentucky Fried Chicken is worth more a barrel of oil. It is close to the truth. Many would argue that we have sprung a leak, not only in reserves obviously but in policy. However, it can still be argued that the country remains rich in potential, opportunities and possibilities. It was this thought in mind that recently informed the decision of the graduating class of one of the world’s most accomplished executive business education program, Trium to tour the country, learning more about investment opportunities and openings for mutually beneficial economic partnerships and collaborations. The Trium Global Executive MBA program is an alliance between the New York University (NYU) Stern School of Business, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and HEC School of Management, Paris. The student body and the tour was led by Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, President, National Council of the Exchange Rate and member of the class. It is made up of global executives and business leaders from over 30 nationalities
who occupy high ranks in the global corporate industry.
Eko Atlantic with RONALD CH AGO URYJNR. & GABRIELE VOLPI
Trium students were given a blow-by-blow account of how Eko Atlantic came together, plans in the nearest future by Ronald Chagoury Jnr. the Vice Chairman of South Energyx Nigeria Limited, the developers and city planners of Eko Atlantic. Also present was one of the biggest investors in Eko Atlantic, Italian-Nigerian billionaire, Gabriele Volpi. The students were also opportune to see up close the first residential tower billed to open this year.
Nigerian Stock Exchange closing bel with OSCAR ON YE MA
The class was welcomed by the CEO of NSE, Oscar Onyema who gave a detailed account of how the Exchange worked and its role in the African economy at large. The class had the privilege to ring the closing bell for the day after which Aig-Imuokhuede gave a riveting interview to CNBC affirming though things do look bleak at the moment, there is a chance for economic restoration and revival especially with the right foreign investments and partnerships. His interview received approval and applause from his classmates.
Access BankHeadquarters withHerbert Wigwe
The students then visited Aig-Imoukhuede past place of employment – Access Bank an institution whose fortunes he led and contributed significantly to changing for the better, and made him into the global executive he now is. Students were received personally and warmly by the current M.D., Herbert Wigwe who took them on a tour of the bank’s headquarters and also provided entertainment.
Lunchat Sky
With a delicious view of the Lagos coastline beckoning, guests had lunch in the city’s finest (yes, double superlative!) fine dining restaurants, Sky Lounge. And of course, what is a great view without pictures to tell that you saw it and some selfies in between? ALARA Lagos with HRH SanusiLamido Sanusi
The night ended on a colourful note at one of the country’s brightest, modern cultural jewels – ALARA, a retail, design, artistic, lifestyle destination like no other. Students were also joined by the Emir of Kano, former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and acclaimed visionary economist, His Royal Highness, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi who gave a talk.