2026 Speakers
A distinguished faculty of business, government, and institutional leaders shaping the future of organizations
- Speakers
The influential voices shaping LTF 2026
Bright ‘UK’ Ukwenga
Convener
Bright Ukwenga is a leadership development expert, strategy advisor, and thought leader committed to equipping leaders for a rapidly changing world. He is the Founder and Principal Consultant of SixthSense Leadership, CEO of ScribeTribe Africa, and Convener of the Lead the Future Conference. He is recognized for his work in equipping executives, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders with the mindsets, frameworks, and capabilities required to build human-centred, future-ready, and sustainable organizations.
Dr Umaru Kwairanga, OFR
Chairman, NGX Group
Dr Umaru Kwairanga is a distinguished business leader, investor, and public policy advocate. As Chairman of NGX Group, he provides strategic oversight for Nigeria’s foremost capital market institution. He is widely respected for his contributions to economic development, corporate governance, enterprise growth, and institutional transformation across sectors.
Dr Tunde Lemo, OFR
Former Deputy Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria
Dr Tunde Lemo is a respected economist, corporate governance expert, and former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. He has served on the boards of leading institutions and continues to influence governance, risk management, and financial sector development through his leadership and extensive boardroom experience.
Tayo Ayinde
Chief of Staff to the Lagos State Governor
Mr Tayo Ayinde is a seasoned public administrator and strategic advisor serving as Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State. With extensive experience in governance, policy coordination, and public sector leadership, he plays a pivotal role in driving effective administration and facilitating the execution of government priorities.
Niyi Adesanya
Founder & CEO, FifthGear Plus Consulting
Niyi Adesanya is one of Nigeria’s foremost leadership and management consultants, renowned for developing transformational leaders and high-performing organizations. As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FifthGear Plus Consulting, he has spent over two decades equipping executives, entrepreneurs, and institutions with practical insights on leadership, strategy, and organizational effectiveness. He is a respected author, speaker, and trusted advisor to leaders across sectors.
Ademola Adebise
Chairman Family Homes Funds Ltd
Ademola Adebise is an accomplished banking executive who led Wema Bank through a period of significant growth and digital transformation. Widely respected for his strategic leadership, he played a key role in strengthening the bank’s competitive position and advancing innovation within Nigeria’s financial services sector.
Kunbi Adeoti
Chief People Experience Officer, Leadway Group
Kunbi Adeoti is a people and culture leader with extensive experience in talent management, employee engagement, and organizational transformation. As Chief People Experience Officer at Leadway Group, she drives initiatives that strengthen workplace culture, enhance employee experience, and build high-performing, future-ready teams.
Abideen Yusuf
General Manager, Microsoft Nigeria and Ghana
Abideen Yusuf is a technology executive leading Microsoft’s operations across Nigeria and Ghana. He is passionate about enabling digital transformation and helping organizations harness the power of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and innovation to unlock growth, improve efficiency, and build future-ready enterprises.
Emmanuel Eze
Country Head, HP Nigeria
Emmanuel Eze leads HP’s operations in Nigeria, driving business growth and digital transformation initiatives. With extensive experience in technology, enterprise solutions, and strategic leadership, he helps organizations leverage innovation to improve productivity, competitiveness, and long-term business performance in an increasingly digital world.
Foluso Phillips
Chairman, Phillips Consulting
Mr. Foluso Olajide Phillips is an Industrial Economist with over 45 years of experience and Founder of The Phillips Group. A respected business leader and philanthropist, he champions enterprise growth, education, healthcare, and youth empowerment across Nigeria and Africa. He has held prominent leadership positions, including Chairman of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria and Past Chairman of the Nigeria Economic Summit Group. As a thought leader and mentor, he remains committed to driving innovation, organisational transformation, and sustainable economic development.
Dr Yetunde Anibaba
Senior Faculty, Lagos Business School
Dr Yetunde Anibaba is an award-winning management educator, leadership coach, and organisational development expert at Lagos Business School. She brings extensive experience working with leaders and organisations navigating complexity, disruption, and change. Her work sits at the intersection of leadership, strategic foresight, organisational transformation and inclusive leadership, with a strong focus on helping leaders anticipate change, make sound decisions and build resilient institutions. She is an alumna of the University of Lagos, Lagos Business School, IESE Business School and Wharton School.