Olayemi Cardoso Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria
Olayemi Michael Cardoso is a Nigerian banker, and the Current CBN Governor, a chartered stockbroker and public policy expert.
Over the course of his illustrious career, he has served for over four decades in the public, private and development sectors as a leader and innovator.
Among his most impactful roles are: Commissioner in the Lagos State Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget; Chairman of the board of the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance and, most recently, Chairman of Citibank Nigeria Ltd for 12 years, until his resignation in 2022.
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NICCI Participates in SheExports Conference 2026, Advocates Stronger Bilateral Trade and Export-Led Growth
The Nigerian-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI) participated in the SheExports Conference 2026, held on 30 June 2026 at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Jointly organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment and the Made in Africa Brands Ambassador (MABA), the conference was themed “Produce. Add Value. Export: A
June 30, 2026Read More -
NICCI President to Speak at the African Professional Summit & Awards 2026
The Nigerian Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI) is pleased to announce that its President, Mr. Ishmael Balogun, will be a featured speaker at the African Professional Summit & Awards 2026, a premier gathering of business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals committed to advancing excellence and global competitiveness across Africa. Held under the theme
June 28, 2026Read More -
NICCI Participates in WBAF Nigeria 2026, Advocates Stronger Angel Investment Networks for Global Startup Growth
The Nigerian-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI) participated in the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) Nigeria 2026, held at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The high-level gathering brought together investors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders, and business leaders to discuss strategies for scaling Nigerian startups through angel investment, international partnerships, and cross-border
June 22, 2026Read More
