Nigeria’s top Mining guru Akogwu, honoured with Young Leader Award 2025

The 2025 edition of the Young Corporate Entrepreneur and Leadership of the year from the International Institute of Professional Corporate Entrepreneurship and Leadership (IIPCEL), was giving to a Mining guru, Mr. Denzel Henry Akogwu.

Akogwu beats other industry leaders, creators, innovators, startups, and impact-driven organisations redefining enterprise in Nigeria to clinch the award.

Akogwu is a philanthropist and the Chairman, Elipse International Limited, a Mining and exploration mineral processing and export company.

The award given, is however, aimed at recognising individuals, who are typically young people and have demonstrated exceptional vision, innovation, and leadership in building their own enterprises or driving success within larger organizations.

The awards celebrate the ability to overcome challenges, drive economic growth, and often create social or environmental impact.

“This award is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance as entrepreneurs and leaders

“We deemed it fit to honor Akogwu with this conferment as he has shown himself strong by reducing the unemployment rate in Plateau State.

“As a young man, he has demonstrated leadership in a challenging industry, such as mining”, IIPCEL said.

The Entrepreneurship body honored Akogwu for introducing new ideas, products and having the ability to lead, inspire others, and manage teams effectively.

The awards also recognises his growth in tangible business successes, including financial performance, job creation, and future growth potential.

Also, Akogwu is found worthy in promoting social Impacts, recognizing purpose-driven business models that contribute to community development and sustainability.

The award also pursued and found him due to his entrepreneurial spirit, ambition, energy, and skills in turning ideas into successful businesses.

He has a proven track record of revenue generation, market expansion and high potential for scalability.

Akogwu is also a soldier in overcoming challenges, demonstrating resilience and ability to meet business difficulties, our correspondent reports.