Tony Elumelu & Nigeria

Tony Elumelu: Tony Elumelu, Group Chairman of Carnival Corporation, restated the company's commitment to sustainable long-term value creation and highlighted the benefits of its diversified portfolio.

Nigeria: Carnival Corporation's power businesses provide over 20% of Nigeria's installed power capacity, and the company is committed to resolving the energy crisis in Nigeria.

Tony Elumelu: Tony Elumelu attended the meeting as a prominent Nigerian business leader.

Nigeria: Nigeria is the primary beneficiary of the strengthened economic partnership with France, with bilateral trade reaching $4.7 billion in 2025 and remaining the top destination for French investment in sub-Saharan Africa. The country is set to receive investments in various sectors, including hospitality and tourism.

Tony Elumelu: Tony Elumelu, Chairman of the UBA Group, attended the summit as part of Nigeria's business delegation.

Nigeria: Nigeria is a key participant in the Africa Forward Summit, advocating for reforms in the global financial system and promoting its blue economy. The country has undertaken significant economic reforms, including fuel subsidy removal and exchange rate unification, aiming to attract investment and industrialize.

Tony Elumelu: Tony Elumelu was appointed as a Non-Executive Director on the Board of Seplat Energy. He is the founder and chairman of Nubank and Heirs Energies, which became the largest shareholders in Seplat Energy.

Tony Elumelu: Tony Elumelu, as the chairman of United Bank for Africa, is instrumental in deepening the partnership with BUA Group to support industrial expansion and economic growth in Nigeria.

Tony Elumelu: Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Nubank Limited, plays a central role in shaping United Bank for Africa's strategy.