Africa’s future is no longer a conversation of untapped potential—it is a reality being actively engineered by the hands of visionary leaders, economic disruptors, and cultural powerhouses.
At the forefront of this transformation stand Lady Ayobami Animashaun and Olori Atuwatse III, the Queen of the First Class Oil-rich Kingdom of Warri, Nigeria—two forces of nature whose combined influence is reengineering the continent’s trajectory from a participant in the global economy to a commanding leader of it.
Their recent alliance through Vanity Hub Africa, with Olori Atuwatse III joining the Advisory Board this year, is not just an appointment—it is a powerful signal to the world that African women are not merely shaping the future; they are actively constructing its economic foundation.
Lady Ayobami Animashaun is not just a leader—she is a movement.
A powerhouse polymath whose expertise and interests spans technology, energy, investment, trade, and cultural diplomacy, she has engineered Vanity Hub Africa into a global economic vehicle designed to redefine Africa’s positioning in high-value industries.
Her work is rewriting the rules of engagement between Africa and the world.
She champions digital sovereignty, ensuring Africa controls its technological destiny.
- Investment & Trade : She builds commercial bridges between African enterprises and global markets, n ensuring that wealth flows inward, not just outward.
- Cultural Diplomacy : She wields Africa’s creative and intellectual capital as instruments of economic power, shifting global perceptions from charity to commerce.
- Strategic Economic Influence : She is restructuring Africa’s global engagement—moving from dependency to self-sufficiency, from passive participation to active domination across several industries.
Through Vanity Hub Africa, she has transformed what was once a creative platform into an economic force—one that attracts foreign direct investment, amplifies African industries, and ensures that Africa’s rise is not just acknowledged but strategically orchestrated.
Her approach is bold, disruptive, and unapologetic. Her strategy for Africa’s prosperity is simple; TRADE not AID.
Historically, Queens of the Warri Kingdom have had their influence limited to the corridors of royalty, mostly unseen and unheard, with their influence muted behind the weight of tradition. Olori Atuwatse III has shattered historical limitations, stepping into the global arena and rewriting history. She is a monarch with a mission—to bridge the divide between governance and economic empowerment, ensuring that Africa’s wealth benefits its people.
As Queen Consort of the First-Class Warri Kingdom, she has transformed the role of African royalty into a platform for action, championing wealth creation, financial literacy, and community-led development. Through the Royal Iwere Foundation and Elevate Africa, Olori Atuwatse III has seamlessly woven her royal obligations with a profound commitment to societal advancement.
Upholding the rich legacy of the Warri Kingdom, she has redefined what it means to be a modern monarch—one who not only preserves tradition but actively drives economic empowerment, financial literacy, and sustainable development.
Now, with her advisory role in Vanity Hub Africa, she extends this mandate beyond borders, ensuring that her influence not only uplifts her people but also positions Africa as a formidable force in global enterprise.
Through her work with the Royal Iwere Foundation and her pan-African platform, Elevate Africa, she has championed:
- Women-Led Economic Transformation – She is proof that African women are no longer in the background—they are at the helm, leading the charge.
- Entrepreneurship & Wealth Creation – She ensures economic empowerment reaches the grassroots, not just the boardrooms.
For too long, Africa’s narrative has been shaped by external voices. That era is now over. Lady Ayobami and Olori Atuwatse III are not waiting for Africa to be “discovered” by the world—they are forcing the world to recognize Africa’s position as a powerhouse.
A Leader in Business, Trade, and Investment
A Global Hub for Innovation and Enterprise
An Architect of Its Own Economic Future
This alliance between Vanity Hub Africa and Olori Atuwatse III is a statement of intent:
Africa is not emerging. Africa is here. Africa is leading. And with Lady Ayobami Animashaun and Olori Atuwatse III at the helm, the world has no choice but to take notice.
