In a graceful moment that echoed poise, intellect, and purpose, Bella Disu, Executive Vice Chairman of Globacom and CEO of Cobblestone Properties, was officially conferred as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Directors (F.CIoD) on October 9, 2025.
The event, held in Lagos, brought together distinguished leaders from Nigeria’s public and private sectors, celebrating visionary leadership and ethical excellence. Bella’s induction as a Fellow recognizes her remarkable contributions to corporate governance, strategic innovation, and nation-building across business, culture, and philanthropy.
In her acceptance remarks, she reflected deeply on the meaning of leadership: “Leadership is never about the moment; it’s about the mark we leave behind. As I embrace this new chapter, I remain committed to leadership that endures — one defined by foresight, integrity, and meaningful contribution to both business and society.”
Bella Disu
Bella Disu
Bella Disu’s journey spans two decades of impact, from leading Globacom’s continental expansion to transforming Nigeria’s skyline through Cobblestone Properties, and fostering cultural diplomacy via the Alliance Française Mike Adenuga Centre. As Chairman of Abumet Nigeria Limited and Strategy Committee Chair at Julius Berger Plc, she continues to influence major sectors with visionary precision.
Her recognition by the Chartered Institute of Directors is a tribute not just to her corporate achievements, but to her enduring belief that leadership is service, not status. Through the Bella Disu Foundation, she champions education, women’s empowerment, and community development.
Elegant yet pragmatic, Bella represents the new face of African leadership, blending intellect with empathy, business acumen with social vision. Her story inspires a generation of young women to lead with clarity, courage, and compassion.
