Dr. Olasupo Olusi

MD & CEO at Bank of Industry | Economist | Development Finance Expert

[Dr. Olasupo Olusi @olasupoolusi]

Sustainability is most effective when it is intentional, measurable, and consistent.

As we commemorate Earth Week, I remain committed to reducing my environmental footprint through responsible consumption, energy conservation, and conscious lifestyle choices. I encourage all stakeholders to join us in advancing a culture of sustainability that supports economic growth while preserving our natural environment.

The future is green, and the responsibility is collective.

#BOIEarthWeek2026 #DrivingImpact #ESG #SustainableDevelopment #BankOfIndustry

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Happy Eid Mubarak

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It was a pleasure to receive Mr. Kudakwashe Matereke, the newly appointed Regional Director for Anglophone West Africa, on a courtesy visit as he formally introduced himself following the transition from Mr. Alain-Thierry (AT) Mbongue Ebollo.

Our engagement provided an opportunity to reflect on the strong foundation already established and to explore continued areas of collaboration between both institutions.

We discussed shared priorities around deepening development impact, strengthening institutional partnerships, and expanding opportunities that support enterprise growth and economic resilience across the region.

At Bank of Industry, my team and I remain committed to building and sustaining strategic partnerships that advance industrial development and inclusive economic growth across West Africa.

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Last week, I had the pleasure of receiving the leadership of the Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria, led by its President, Rasaki Oladejo, at the Bank of Industry's headquarters in Lagos.

Our engagement focused on inclusive economic development, supporting enterprise growth, and expanding opportunities for businesses and communities across Nigeria.

We also explored the role strategic collaboration can play in supporting entrepreneurship, strengthening livelihoods, and driving sustainable impact at scale.

At Bank of Industry Limited, we remain committed to building partnerships that foster shared prosperity, deepen economic participation, and contribute meaningfully to national development.

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Last week, I hosted Mahesh Mishra, Head of Growth, Trade and Investment Group at the British High Commission, and members of his team to an extensive and insightful dialogue at the Bank of Industry headquarters.

Our discussions focused on strengthening partnerships that can unlock greater opportunities for Nigerian businesses, deepen industrial development, and drive sustainable economic growth through trade, investment, and innovation.

We remain committed to building strategic collaborations that support enterprise growth and position Nigeria for greater prosperity.

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It was an honour to host Mr. Serge Mian, Managing Director of African Guarantee Fund, and his delegation at Bank of Industry this morning in Lagos.

The courtesy visit underscored the importance of stronger institutional collaboration to address the financing challenges faced by businesses across Africa, particularly SMEs, which remain central to economic growth, innovation, and job creation.

During our discussions, we exchanged perspectives on deepening cooperation in areas such as risk-sharing mechanisms, access to credit, enterprise development, and sustainable financing models to support long-term economic resilience.

We also reaffirmed that development finance institutions play a shared role in catalysing investment, supporting local industries, and helping businesses scale competitively.

At BOl, we remain committed to building strategic partnerships that expand opportunities for businesses, strengthen the private sector, and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria's industrial and economic advancement.

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Bank of Industry has signed a Cooperation Agreement with
IFC - International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank Group, to advance the development of the Abuja Conference and Exhibition Arena (ACE Arena) - a proposed world-class conference and exhibition hub in Abuja.

Envisioned under a Public-Private Partnership framework, the ACE Arena is expected to drive tourism, create jobs, attract private capital and unlock long-term economic opportunities for Nigeria.

Through this collaboration, IFC will provide advisory support for the project's early-stage development, helping to lay the foundation for infrastructure that meets international standards of quality and sustainability.

At BOl, we remain committed to enabling transformative projects that stimulate economic growth and strengthen Nigeria's global competitiveness.

#BOI #IFC #ACEArena #DevelopmentFinance #EconomicGrowth

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At the ongoing Africa CEO Forum 2026 in Kenya, I joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop, IFC Regional Vice President for Africa Ethiopis Tafara, Minister of Finance & Coordinating Minister of the Economy Taiwo Oyedele, alongside other global business and policy leaders, to advance critical conversations on Africa's economic transformation, industrialisation, and investment future.

For the Bank of Industry, these engagements remain important to strengthening the partnerships and financing platforms required to scale enterprise, unlock industrial growth, and deliver sustainable impact for Nigerians and the African continent at large.

#ACF2026 #AfricaCEOForum

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Nigeria's climate reality is now an economic reality.

Sustainable industrialization can no longer be treated as a peripheral environmental conversation, it is central to competitiveness, productivity, investment, and long-term national growth.

In this publication, I examine why Nigeria must align industrial development with sustainability to build a more resilient and globally competitive economy.

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A full day of engagements yesterday; each one reinforcing our mission at BOI.
From contributing to the Ministerial Roundtable on Energy Security & Industrial Infrastructure, hosted by the Honourable Minister of State for Industry, HM John Enoh, with the Honourable Minister of Power, HM Adebayo Adelabu, also in attendance, to advancing a transformative MoU with the Nigeria Credit Guarantee Company (NCGC) aimed at making credit more accessible for women, the message is clear:

Nigeria’s industrial future depends on strong infrastructure and inclusive financing.
And BOI will continue to sit at the heart of this work, powering industries, protecting livelihoods, and widening access to opportunity.

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It was inspiring to engage with stakeholders shaping the business landscape and to explore actionable strategies that can make Nigeria a more competitive, investor-friendly, and digitally enabled economy.

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I had the privilege of speaking at the @NAPENigeria AICE All Convention Luncheon, where the focus was on improving the ease of doing business in Nigeria.

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Strengthening collaboration between government, financial institutions, and industry players is key to unlocking Nigeria's economic potential and driving sustainable development.

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It was an honor to host the
#BOIESGConference2025 alongside the incredible team at the Bank of Industry.
The conference brought together thought leaders, and business innovators to share inspiring insights, and strategies for building responsible enterprises in Nigeria.

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Our discussion focused on strengthening partnerships and advancing impactful capacity development initiatives. It was an inspiring exchange aimed at driving sustainable growth and empowering individuals and institutions for lasting impact.

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I had the honor of engaging in a high-level meeting with Ms. Mihoko Kumamoto, Director of the Division for Prosperity at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research @UNITAR alongside the Senior Adviser to the President on Capacity Development @sadiqmnr