The year 2025 has been an exceptional one for Dr. Owen Diana Omogiafo, OON, the President and Group Chief Executive Officer of Transnational Corporation Plc (Transcorp Group).
Through her outstanding leadership, Transcorp has achieved remarkable growth while deepening its impact across Nigeria’s power and hospitality industries. Her work this year has reinforced her status as one of Africa’s most dynamic and purpose-driven business leaders.
Dr. Omogiafo’s leadership philosophy is built on a clear belief that business must improve lives while creating value for all.
Under her guidance, Transcorp has continued to pursue its purpose of transforming Africa through sustainable investments, operational excellence, and human empowerment. Her results this year reflect a rare blend of strategic foresight, discipline, and compassion.
In 2025, Transcorp recorded ₦413.4 billion in revenue, representing a 39 percent increase compared to 2024.
Profit before tax rose by 18 percent to ₦124.5 billion, while profit after tax stood at ₦91.4 billion. These results highlight the Group’s resilience and its ability to grow even in a challenging economic climate. Dr. Omogiafo’s consistent focus on execution, efficiency, and innovation has been central to this performance.
Her leadership has been particularly impactful in Transcorp’s power business, where generation capacity and operational efficiency have continued to improve. The company’s power plants have delivered stronger output, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s national grid. By prioritizing reliability and collaboration, Dr. Omogiafo has strengthened Transcorp’s role as a key player in the country’s energy transformation.
The hospitality division of Transcorp has also flourished under her direction. The Transcorp Hilton Abuja recorded strong performance in 2025, benefiting from increased tourism and renewed corporate travel. Dr. Omogiafo also advanced plans for the 24-floor Ikoyi development in Lagos, a luxury hospitality project featuring a 900-seater ballroom and world-class facilities. She has described this expansion as part of Transcorp’s vision to redefine hospitality experiences in Nigeria and set new standards for African excellence.
Her leadership throughout the year has balanced ambition with integrity. Transcorp maintained a 48 percent gross profit margin, demonstrating strong cost control and effective financial management. Governance and transparency remained top priorities under her watch, reflecting her belief that sustainable growth must rest on ethical foundations.
Dr. Omogiafo has also championed sustainability and inclusion as key parts of Transcorp’s long-term strategy.
She continues to advocate for renewable energy adoption within the Group’s power portfolio while supporting community-focused initiatives that promote education and entrepreneurship. Her approach reflects a leader who understands that profit and purpose can coexist meaningfully.
Colleagues describe her as calm, visionary, and deeply committed to people. With more than two decades of experience in consulting, banking, and corporate leadership, she has built a culture that values performance, accountability, and innovation.
Through mentorship and empowerment, she has inspired a generation of professionals to pursue excellence with integrity.
Okay News reports that under Dr. Omogiafo’s leadership, Transcorp has become a symbol of resilience and innovation in Nigeria’s corporate space. Her achievements in 2025 demonstrate what is possible when a leader combines strategic clarity with human connection.
As the year concludes, Dr. Owen Omogiafo stands as a leader whose results and reputation speak for themselves. She has transformed Transcorp into more than a business group; she has made it a beacon of growth, stability, and purpose for Nigeria and Africa at large.
