Tunji Olowolafe
Chairman of Deux Project Limited
Born in London and currently residing in Lagos, Nigeria, Tunji Olowolafe has made an indelible mark on both the healthcare and business sectors. His illustrious career spans decades, embodying a strong sense of professionalism and fortitude, whether as a medical doctor, businessman, or construction mogul. His dedication to the betterment of his country and contributions to various sectors of the economy exemplify his unwavering commitment to excellence.
He embarked on his career as a medical doctor after obtaining his MBBS from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. Despite transitioning away from practicing medicine in 1988, the knowledge he gained continued to inspire him – culminating in the formation of Deux Project Limited, a company initially focused on restructuring and fitting world-class hospitals across Nigeria.
Additionally, he holds significant roles outside of Deux Project Limited. He is a non-Executive Director of West Power & Gas, the primary stakeholder of Eko Disco, and Infracorp Nigeria, a $15 billion infrastructure investment entity co-founded by the Central Bank of Nigeria, Africa Finance Corporation, and Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority.
His entrepreneurial journey began with his role as the Managing Director and Chairman of Deux Project Limited. His adaptability and foresight changed the company's focus from healthcare to general civil engineering, construction, consultancy, and maintenance. This change positioned Deux Project Limited as a significant contributor to Nigeria's economy across the Healthcare, Public Works, Power, Roads, and Infrastructure sectors. Additionally, he is also a serial investor with business interests in other sectors, including oil & gas, power, real estate, mining, and technology, further exemplifying his multifaceted approach to contributing to the nation's progress.
He embarked on his career as a medical doctor after obtaining his MBBS from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. Despite transitioning away from practicing medicine in 1988, the knowledge he gained continued to inspire him – culminating in the formation of Deux Project Limited, a company initially focused on restructuring and fitting world-class hospitals across Nigeria.
Additionally, he holds significant roles outside of Deux Project Limited. He is a non-Executive Director of West Power & Gas, the primary stakeholder of Eko Disco, and Infracorp Nigeria, a $15 billion infrastructure investment entity co-founded by the Central Bank of Nigeria, Africa Finance Corporation, and Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority.
His entrepreneurial journey began with his role as the Managing Director and Chairman of Deux Project Limited. His adaptability and foresight changed the company's focus from healthcare to general civil engineering, construction, consultancy, and maintenance. This change positioned Deux Project Limited as a significant contributor to Nigeria's economy across the Healthcare, Public Works, Power, Roads, and Infrastructure sectors. Additionally, he is also a serial investor with business interests in other sectors, including oil & gas, power, real estate, mining, and technology, further exemplifying his multifaceted approach to contributing to the nation's progress.