Heirs Holdings
4 Nov
Avon Healthcare Limited (Avon HMO), a subsidiary of Heirs Holdings, has announced the appointment of Osakpamwan Imasogie as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2024. He succeeds Adesimbo Ukiri, the company’s pioneer Managing Director and CEO since 2012. Under her exemplary leadership, Avon HMO transformed from a start-up in a saturated sector into…
29 Aug
The Group Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, yesterday, advised Nigerians to remain patriotic and always look on the bright side of life despite subsisting challenges.
14 Jun 2024
The Federal Government is looking towards public-private partnership to improve Nigeria's economy. Vice President Kashim Shettima, in a statement signed by his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, on Friday, called for a more robust collaboration between the government and business leaders to propel Nigeria's economic aspirations. "The Vice President said that open dialogue, shared insights, and collaborative…
19 Mar 2024
Heirs Holdings has restated its commitment to improving lives, driving positive change and transforming sustainable development across Africa.
11 Mar 2024
Heirs Holdings, an African investment company, has announced the launch of its new subsidiary, Heirs Technologies Limited, with an ambition to boost Africa’s digital transformation through innovative and locally tailored solutions.
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