Elizabeth Mojisola Hunponu-Wusu
Elizabeth Mojisola Hunponu‑Wusu | |
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| Born | November 10, 1977 Lagos, Nigeria |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, investment banking professional |
| Known for | Founder and CEO of Woodhall Capital |
Elizabeth Mojisola Hunponu‑Wusu (born 10 November 1977) is a British-Nigerian entrepreneur and investment banking professional. She established and currently leads Woodhall Capital, a financial advisory enterprise with offices in Lagos, London, Dubai, and Abuja. The firm focuses on securing international capital for African governments, financial institutions, and corporate clients.
Early life and education
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Hunponu‑Wusu attended Adesoye College in Kwara State before relocating to the United Kingdom at age 15 to study at Abbey College Malvern in Worcestershire. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Coventry University and later completed an MBA at Imperial College London.
Initial investment banking roles
Hunponu‑Wusu launched her career within London's financial services industry, working at prominent firms such as BNP Paribas, Goldman Sachs, Credit Lyonnais, and Deutsche Bank. Her expertise covered fixed income trading, structured finance, and sovereign advisory services.
Woodhall Capital
In 2014, she founded Woodhall Capital in Lagos. The company has executed cross-border funding deals for sovereign and corporate clients and expanded its presence to London in 2019, Dubai in 2020, and Abuja in 2024. In July 2024, Woodhall Finance House—a subsidiary—obtained a license from the Central Bank of Nigeria. To date, Woodhall has raised upwards of $5 billion from global investors while maintaining a high rate of client loyalty.
Creative industry initiatives
In 2025, Hunponu‑Wusu collaborated with Titi Ogufere of Design Week Lagos to create The Design Den, an initiative aimed at providing Nigerian designers with financial support and mentorship. Via Woodhall Finance House, she played a role in launching a ₦1.5 billion Creative Sector Fund alongside Polaris Bank and the UK Government under the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership. This project also produced the Creative Currency podcast series featuring experts from both public and private sectors.
Community engagement
Hunponu‑Wusu founded the Woodhall Capital Foundation to promote community development efforts focused on education, healthcare, and food security. The foundation partners with schools and local governments in under-resourced regions to improve access to essential services. Additionally, she co-initiated the Captains of Industry Mentorship Programme with Mentor Intro Africa to connect emerging entrepreneurs with experienced business executives.
Public statements and interviews
In various media appearances, Hunponu‑Wusu has discussed topics related to ethical finance and investment approaches. During a 2023 interview with Vanguard, she highlighted the importance of personal integrity in leadership within Nigeria’s financial sector and advocated for investments beyond oil, particularly emphasizing growth opportunities in the creative economy.
Recognition
She was recognized by The Guardian Nigeria as one of the “50 Value-Driven CEOs of Excellence” and has been profiled by BusinessDay, Vanguard, and ThisDay Style for her significant contributions to finance and entrepreneurship.
Personal life
Hunponu-Wusu often shares insights into her core principles and her dedication to guiding emerging professionals during interviews. She is married with children and attributes much of her leadership style and business philosophy to her Christian beliefs.