Meet Ota
Currently, she's the Director of Partnerships and Programs at eHealth Africa, where she leads exciting initiatives focused on improving healthcare access across Africa using technology and digital solutions.
Ota Akhigbe is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of experience across multiple sectors, including healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and technology. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her ability to deliver results, blending her expertise in strategic thinking with a passion for transformative innovation. She is known for her relentless drive to make things happen—whether it's identifying new opportunities, solving complex problems, or spearheading initiatives that lead to measurable impact.
A Journey of Impact and Innovation
Hi there! I’m Ota Akhigbe, a passionate advocate for positive change and a firm believer in the power of community, collaboration, and big ideas.
For over 16 years, I’ve had the incredible privilege of working across Africa to help create solutions that make everyday life better, especially in healthcare, infrastructure, and economic development. Right now, I serve as the Director of Partnerships and Programs at eHealth Africa (eHA), where I get to do what I love most: bringing people together; from government to NGOs to the private sector , to help bridge the gap in access to essential services for underserved communities.
My journey has led me to some truly rewarding projects, from securing major funding to renovate Primary Healthcare Centers across Nigeria, to leading efforts that have improved healthcare infrastructure in several states. But beyond the numbers and reports, it's the real-life impact, the families reached, the systems strengthened, that keeps me going.
Outside of eHA, I also wear a few other hats. I work as a Strategic Business Advisor, lending my voice and insights to help shape innovative healthcare solutions and build strong executive networks. You might also catch me writing for BusinessDay Media, where I share thoughts on leadership, development, and everything in between.
I’ve been honored along the way, named one of the Top 60 African Women in Development in 2022, and recently among the Top 100 Career Women in Africa for 2025. These recognitions are both humbling and a reminder that there’s still so much work to be done.
At the heart of it all, I’m driven by one thing: the dream of a more equitable, inclusive, and thriving Africa. If you're passionate about creating impact too, I’d love to connect.
Ota has a knack for leading cross-functional teams and driving growth by tapping into technology and partnerships to turn ideas into reality. With a solid background in healthcare, finance, and telecommunications, she’s a pro at transforming challenges into opportunities and making a lasting impact.