Heirs Holdings
Family officeLagos · Growth · 11 people tracked
Investment thesis
Heirs Holdings pursues a philosophy it terms Africapitalism, seeking to unlock Africa's potential through long-term investments in strategic sectors. The group positions itself as a family-owned, pan-African investment holding company focused on delivering sustainable, long-term value while improving lives and driving development across the continent.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 11 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 11 of 22 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×5Fintech ×5Energy ×3Cloud Computing ×2Digital Health ×2Healthtech ×2InsurTech ×2SaaS ×2
HQs:Nigeria×10
Investments · 22 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAvon Medical Practice is a healthcare provider offering end-to-end patient care covering prevention, diagnostics, management, and recovery across all life stages.
Digital HealthHealthtechWellness & FitnessLagos, NG
Dr Akinbiyi Oke(Chief Executive Officer)
BoardDr Awele V. Elumelu(Chairperson)Dr. Awele V. Elumelu OFR(Chairperson)
Electricity distribution company (AEDC)
Africa Prudential Plc provides share registration services and capital market solutions to organizations in the Nigerian capital market.
Cloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSNigeria, NG
Afriland Properties is a real estate company that publishes financial and analyst reports and holds shareholder meetings for investors.
PropTech
Dialysis provider that has delivered over 15,000 dialysis sessions.
Nigeria's leading health insurance provider (Avon HMO) and medical practice network.
One of the continent's largest natural resources producers.
Brokerage arm of Heirs Insurance Group offering tailored risk and asset protection solutions.
Heirs Insurance Group is an insurance company authorized and regulated by the National Insurance Commission, serving stakeholders in Nigeria.
FintechInsurTechLogistics & Supply ChainLagos, NG
Heirs Technologies partners with African businesses to modernize operations and accelerate growth through cloud, cybersecurity, and digital transformation services designed for Africa and aligned with global standards.
Cloud ComputingCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareLagos, NG
Obong Idiong(Managing Director / CEO)George Njuguna(Chief Technology & Innovation Officer)Ibijoke Morakinyo(Chief Operating Officer)Romanus Eke(Chief Commercial Officer)Norbet Amu(Chief Finance Officer)Nathaniel Oladunmomi(Chief Risk Officer)
Tenoil is an oil and gas exploration and production company operating offshore and onshore assets in Nigeria with reserves including crude oil and natural gas.
EnergyLagos, NG
5,000-capacity event space in Abuja.
1,000-key hotel property in Abuja, part of the group's hospitality and real estate portfolio.
Nigeria's leading hospitality company, owner of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja.
Leading producer of electricity in West Africa.
UBA Group is a pan-African banking group offering financial services to individuals and businesses across Africa and internationally.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechLagos, NG
United Capital Plc is a Pan-African financial services institution that provides financial services to businesses, individuals, and governments using technology.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechLagos, NG
Dr. Gbadebo Adenrele(Head, Financial Advisory and Capital Market)Tobechi Nwosu(Head of Mid-Market)Vivian Okoloigwe(Head of Coverage & Distribution, Investment Banking)
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Heirs Holdings made?
- Heirs Holdings has 22 tracked investments.
- What stage does Heirs Holdings invest at?
- Heirs Holdings invests at the Growth stage.
- What sectors does Heirs Holdings focus on?
- Heirs Holdings focuses on Energy, Fintech, Healthtech, InsurTech, PropTech, Travel & Hospitality.
- Where is Heirs Holdings located?
- Heirs Holdings is headquartered in Lagos, NG.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamHeirs Holdings Chairman, Tony O. Elumelu Speaks at the 2023 (Afreximbank)
Heirs Holdings · Tony O. Elumelu
Heirs Holdings Chairman, Tony O. Elumelu at the NGX, BPE, NIPC Investors Webinar
Heirs Holdings · Tony O. Elumelu
Built to Lead: The Heirs Holdings Woman
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Heirs Holdings Africapitalism in Action
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Tony Elumelu Delivers Keynote Remarks at the Abuja Business & Investment Summit & EXPO 2025
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Tony Elumelu Champions Africapitalism at the Nordic-African Business Summit, in Oslo, Norway
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