Youth Empowerment: TD Africa appoints 11-year-old Elizabeth Osagie Omonefe as one-day CEO

*Tech Powerhouse, TD Africa, appoints 11-year-old Elizabeth Osagie Omonefe as the CEO for a day, describing the initiative as a clear statement of the company’s dedication to creating opportunities for young people to explore the possibilities of technology, innovation in the digital ecosystem

Isola Moses | ConsumerConnect

In a move to further demonstrate its commitment to youth empowerment and gender inclusion in technology, Tech Powerhouse, TD Africa, appointed 11-year-old Elizabeth Osagie Omonefe as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a day.

The tech company said thr young beneficiary of TD Africa’s scholarship scheme stepped into the role September 8, 2025, demonstrating that the future of Africa’s technology leadership starts with investing in young minds today.

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According to TD Africa, young Elizabeth’s one-day leadership experience in the company was more than symbolic.

The tech company said the event was a clear statement of its dedication to creating opportunities for young people to explore the possibilities of technology and innovation.

It also said that her appointment reflected TD Africa’s broader mission to empower individuals and businesses across Africa while addressing the gender gap in the tech ecosystem.

Speaking after her day in office, Miss Elizabeth expressed her excitement.

She stated: “I am very happy to have been made TD Africa’s CEO of the day. “I got to listen to tech experts during strategic meetings, and it increased my passion to go into the tech space.

“I want to also thank Mrs. Chioma Ekeh for allowing me to step into her role for a day; this means a lot to me.”

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Speaking at the event, Chioma Chimere, Coordinating Managing Director of TD Africa, emphasised the importance of the initiative.

Chimere said: “Choosing Elizabeth as CEO for a day reflects the very essence of who we are at TD Africa.

“The gender gap in technology remains wide, and bridging it requires deliberate action.

“By allowing an 11-year-old to lead, we are sending a clear message: it is never too early to nurture talents and inspire young girls to see themselves as future leaders in technology.”

The company further explained that Elizabeth’s leadership moment stands as a beacon of hope for young people across Africa, encouraging them not to shy away from challenges and to embrace the opportunities that technology provides.

With initiatives like this, TD Africa continues to set the pace in shaping Africa’s digital future, one empowered generation at a time.

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