Tinubu, Pate, Dangote to Join Africa CEO Forum 2026

President Bola Tinubu, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare Muhammad Pate, and industrialist Aliko Dangote are set to participate in the Africa CEO Forum scheduled for May 14-15, 2026, in Kigali, Rwanda. The forum will gather approximately 2,000 chief executives, investors, policymakers, and development leaders to discuss strategies for accelerating economic growth in Africa, strengthening investment flows, and deepening regional integration.

Tinubu's participation is expected to reinforce Nigeria's commitment to strengthening partnerships with the private sector and global investors. Dangote, Africa's richest man and Chairman of Dangote Group, will provide insights on large-scale private investments.

Pate's involvement will emphasize the importance of health as a critical pillar for economic development and human capital advancement in Africa. The forum is recognized as Africa's largest private sector gathering, facilitating dialogue among government and industry leaders to unlock the continent's economic potential.