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Business excellence nomination for Chief Executive Ify

Oxleas CEO Dr Ify Okocha nominated in African Business Awards 2026

Congratulations to our very own Chief Executive, Dr Ify Okocha, who has been officially nominated in recognition of the great job he does here at Oxleas.

Ify has been officially nominated for the African Business Chamber’s Healthcare Business Excellence Award.

Recognising excellence in healthcare and social care business, health innovation, clinical entrepreneurship and HealthTech, this award celebrates individuals, businesses and organisations improving and transforming health ecosystems systems, outcomes across Africa, UK and the diaspora.

Winners demonstrate leadership in medical services, driving impact, digital health, pharmaceuticals, public health, or healthcare systems strengthening.

The finalists shortlist will be announced in April and the winners revealed at the London Gala on 29 May.

Good luck Ify!

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