Following remarkable leadership and significant contributions to the banking sector in Africa, Mr. Henry F. Saamoi, the esteemed CEO of International Bank (Liberia) Limited, was conferred with the prestigious Distinguished African Banking Personality Excellence Award and inducted into the esteemed ALM African Leadership Council (ALC) at the 12th ALM Persons of the Year (POTY) Ceremony on March 15th, 2024, held at the Ethiopia Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
With the theme “Building Resilient African Economies,” the event was held at the Ethiopia Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa, on March 15th, 2024, and attracted over 300 attendees, including distinguished academics, business executives, industry leaders, legislators, investors, and representatives of international development organizations.
As the CEO of International Bank (Liberia) Limited, he has played a pivotal role in driving innovation, fostering financial inclusion, and promoting sustainable economic growth in Liberia and across the continent.
Under his guidance, International Bank (Liberia) Limited has witnessed remarkable expansion and success, introducing innovative banking solutions, strengthening customer relationships, and contributing to the development of Liberia’s financial infrastructure. Mr. Saamoi’s visionary leadership and strategic acumen have positioned the bank as a key player in driving economic development and empowering communities in Liberia and beyond.
The Distinguished African Banking Personality Excellence Award and induction into the ALM African Leadership Council serve as a testament to Mr. Henry F. Saamoi’s outstanding achievements, exemplary leadership, and unwavering commitment to advancing the banking sector’s excellence and professionalism in Africa. His remarkable accomplishments continue to inspire and motivate industry stakeholders to strive for excellence and contribute towards building a prosperous and inclusive financial ecosystem across the continent.
Also, the event promises roundtable panel discussions, keynote addresses, talks about partnerships and investments, and high-level networking opportunities, among its main attractions. ALM Persons of the Year winners will also receive awards during the ceremony, which will also feature the unveiling of the special POTY edition of African Leadership Magazine.
Other exclusive dignitaries confirmed to attend the event include His Excellency William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya; His Excellency George Weah, the former President of Liberia; Hon. Cllr. Fonati Koffa, the speaker of the Liberia House of Representatives, and His Excellency Rodrigo Guzmán Barro, the Ambassador, Embassy of Chile in Addis Ababa, The Hon. Dr. Kailesh Jagutpal, the Minister of Health and Wellness, Mauritius; Ngozi Ekeoma, the CEO of NAPAL Petroleum; Dr. Adesola Kazeem Adeduntan (FCA), the Group CEO of First Bank of Nigeria; Apostle Michael Adeyemi Adefarasin, Chief Servant, Kingdom Lifeline Apostolic Ministries International; Daniel Asiedu, the Managing Director of the OmniBSICBank, Accra, Ghana; Mr. Gil Bires, the Director-General of Investment and Export Promotion Agency (APIEX-Mozambique), Mr. Daere Akobo, Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of PANA Holdings Group; among many others.
About ALM Persons of the Year (POTY)
The ALM Persons of the Year (POTY) Ceremony is a flagship annual event of the African Leadership Magazine, which has been held consecutively over the past 12 years, convening policymakers, private sector leaders, civil society leaders, thought leaders, and all stakeholders from across Africa and the rest of the world to discuss issues bothering Africa’s socio-economic growth and development. The event has also become a prestigious platform for honouring people-centred leadership and Africans who are pursuing a pan-African agenda in their chosen fields of endeavour.
About African Leadership Magazine
Published by the African Leadership Organization (UK), the African Leadership Magazine focuses on presenting the best of Africa to a global audience. It shares the African story from an African perspective, offering solutions to current challenges on the continent. For the past 16 years, the organisation has dedicated itself to promoting impactful leadership and African opportunities globally through quality Afro-positive content, African trade facilitation, market entry solutions, Afro-centric communities, business networking platforms, and public sector training and consulting.
