Highlights:
- Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede succeed founding Co-Chairs Bernard and Genevieve Mensah after six years of distinguished service.
- The new leadership will support KTI’s Africa strategy to expand partnerships and programmes to reach more young people with education, employability, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
- Since its launch in Africa in 2019, KTI has supported over 30,000 young people across nine countries, with an 83% success rate in securing employment or returning to education within three months of programme completion.
LONDON, 12 November 2025 – King’s Trust International (KTI) today announced the appointment of leading businessman and financial sector reformer Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, alongside his wife, lawyer, banker, and philanthropist Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, as Co-Chairs of its Africa Advisory Board. This leadership transition signals a strategic evolution in KTI’s mission to empower young Africans through innovative education, employability, and entrepreneurship programmes.
Established to leverage African expertise and influence, the Africa Advisory Board plays a critical role in guiding KTI’s programmatic growth across the continent, strengthening networks, mobilising resources, and shaping initiatives tailored to the unique realities faced by African youth.
Africa boasts the world’s youngest population, with over 60% under the age of 25. While this demographic presents a significant opportunity for economic and social progress, youth unemployment and underemployment remain critical challenges, particularly in fragile and underserved communities.
The Africa Advisory Board exists to confront these challenges head-on. Under the stewardship of Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, the Board will focus on scaling innovative, high-impact programmes that help young people gain relevant skills, find work or set up their own business.
Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede bring extensive experience in financial services, governance reform and philanthropy, and a distinctive approach to building public–private–philanthropic partnerships. Their vision for the Board extends beyond programme expansion to systemic change, driving advocacy and growing partnerships across sectors to create sustainable opportunities for Africa’s youth.
“We are honoured to take on this role at a pivotal time for Africa’s future. Our mission is to unlock the potential and creativity of Africa’s youth, nurturing a generation that will lead sustainable development across the continent. We look forward to collaborating with partners who share our commitment to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and innovation,” said Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede.
Paying tribute to the founding Co-Chairs Bernard and Genevieve Mensah, Will Straw, CEO of King’s Trust International, said: “Bernard and Genevieve have provided exceptional and visionary leadership that has been instrumental in establishing and growing KTI’s presence and impact across Africa. Their dedication over the past six years has laid a strong and lasting foundation for our work on the continent. We are delighted that they will both continue to contribute their valuable expertise as members of the Africa Advisory Board.”
Regarding the future of the African Advisory Board, Will Straw added: “As we look to the future, we are excited to take our impact to the next level with Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede. Their extensive experience, deep commitment, and visionary approach will be vital in scaling our programmes and achieving even greater impact for young people across Africa. Together, we will drive forward innovative solutions that empower the next generation to learn, earn, and thrive throughout the continent.”
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Media Contacts:
For King’s Trust International – Nadiya Mannan, International Communications Manager – nadiya.hussain@kingstrustinternational.org
For Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede – Ilse Blank, Communication Advisor – iblank@tengenfamilyoffice.com
Notes to Editors:
About King’s Trust International
King’s Trust International, founded in 2015 by His Majesty King Charles III, is a bold force for global change tackling the urgent crisis in youth unemployment building on nearly five decades of proven impact in the UK. Now active in around 20 countries across the Commonwealth and beyond, it partners with local organisations to deliver transformative programmes and interventions in education, employability and entrepreneurship, helping young people unlock their potential and find meaningful work.
As it marks its 10th anniversary, the charity is proud to have supported well over 125,000 young people worldwide and is just getting started. This milestone year sees the launch of the ambitious ‘Generation Potential’ campaign, a bold new initiative to empower one million more young people globally over the next decade to shape a brighter future. For more information, visit kingstrustinternational.org.
Introducing Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede
Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, is a visionary business leader and philanthropist, credited with transforming Access Bank into one of Nigeria’s premier financial institutions. He chairs Access Holdings and Coronation Group and co-founded the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, which is dedicated to driving social impact and public sector excellence. His influence spans numerous key economic institutions, including EnterpriseNGR and the Lagos International Financial Centre Council. He co-founded the Tengen Family Office and serves as the President of the France-Nigeria Business Council where he contributes toward empowering bilateral trade and economic cooperation. He is the Founding Chairman of the Financial Markets Dealers Quotation Securities Exchange and a Past President of the Nigerian Stock Exchange Council.
Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, an accomplished lawyer, banker, and philanthropist, co-founded and serves as Executive Vice-Chair of the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation. She is also Vice-Chair of The Ovie Brume Foundation and has a longstanding commitment to enhancing healthcare and public services while championing equitable development and youth and women’s empowerment. She is also an Advisory Board member of the Oxford University Africa Society and a Trustee of The Funding Network. A Chevening Scholar, her academic achievements include an LLB from Kings College, London, an MBA from the University of Cambridge, and an MSc in Development Management from the London School of Economics.
