New Leadership Standards Essential for Africa's Growth

Dr. Mutiu Sunmonu, chairman of SAGE Centre and former managing director of Shell Petroleum Development Company Nigeria Limited, emphasizes the necessity for a new standard of leadership in Africa to facilitate robust socio-economic transformation. In an interview with Raheem Akingbolu, he reflects on the evolution of SAGE Centre, which aims to redefine leadership effectiveness across the continent.

SAGE operates through three main directives: focusing on individual leadership journeys, enhancing governance structures, and aligning leadership with the realities of financial services and technology sectors. The organization offers various programs, including masterclasses for senior leaders, enterprise turnaround clinics, and leadership action labs, designed to foster high-trust environments and facilitate peer exchanges.

Notable participants in SAGE's initiatives include Bolaji Balogun, managing director of Chapel Hill Denham, and Dr. Hakeem Belo-Osagie, chairman of Meti Capital Partners. These efforts are crucial for equipping leaders with the necessary tools to navigate complex decision-making processes in a rapidly changing economic landscape.