The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and some capital market stakeholders, yesterday gathered to honour late financial icon and President of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX), Dr Pascal Dozie.

Dozie, who was also the founder of Diamond Bank  passed away on April 8, 2025 at aged 85.

The event, with the theme “An Afternoon of Tribute and Closing Gong Ceremony,” celebrated Dozie’s enduring legacy and visionary leadership.

In his opening remarks, the NGX Group Chairman, Umaru Kwairanga, lauded Dozie’s impact on Nigeria’s capital market, describing him as a leader of unmatched humility.

“Today, we celebrate a life of integrity, purpose, and service,” said Kwairanga, encouraging others to mirror Dozie’s entrepreneurial spirit.

Speaking for the family, Uzoma Dozie appreciated the NGX Group for the honour and described his father as a servant leader.

“He was a hustler and a servant—always working so others could rise. His story is of resilience and reinvention. Pascal Dozie is remembered not just as a banker, but as a builder of futures, economies, and hope,” Uzoma said.

The MTN Nigeria Chairman, Dr Ernest Ndukwe hailed Dozie’s strategic leadership, which catalysed innovation and broadened market participation.

He praised Dozie’s economic insight and philanthropy in healthcare, education, and community development.

“His influence at MTN was stabilising and profound. Nigeria must now carry his torch,” Ndukwe urged.

The Chairman, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Gabriel Idahosa, described Dozie as a steward of institutions whose leadership transcended borders.

Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) Chairman, Mr Olaniyi Yusuf, noted Dozie’s founding role in the Summit Group, driving transformative economic dialogue since 1993.

The group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Futureview Financial Services, Mrs Elizabeth Ebi called Dozie a mentor and praised his ground breaking Exchange leadership.