As part of efforts to help African leaders and organisations turn plans into measurable results, Dr. Akin Akinpelu, founder of AALD Company, has unveiled PerformX Nexus, a new leadership and performance initiative aimed at unlocking and amplifying Africa’s implementation potential.
Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, Akinpelu explained that while many African economies develop ambitious strategies, the challenge often lies in translating those strategies into tangible outcomes.
He said PerformX Nexus provides year-round support for professionals, institutions, and policymakers through three core pillars: PerformX Summit, Impact Core, and Horizon Council.
He said, “Africa’s greatest competitive edge will come from how well we execute our ideas. “This ecosystem is designed to bridge the gap between strategy and execution by helping leaders and organisations develop systems and cultures that drive real performance.”
Citing a Harvard Business Review study, he observed that up to 67% of well-formulated strategies fail due to poor execution. The risk is even higher in developing economies, where fragmented leadership and limited institutional support often hinder performance.
According to him, the flagship entry point into PerformX Nexus is the PerformX Summit, scheduled for November 21–22, 2025, in Lagos State. The two-day gathering will bring together over 500 global attendees, 20 world-class speakers, and 50 exhibitors.
“Confirmed speakers include Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes, Russell Rogers, Somto Ifueze, George Omoraro, Dave Food and Dickson Nsofor, alongside other top voices in leadership, business, and policy.
The “Building Bold. Executing Smart. Performing Beyond” Summit will feature keynotes, interactive panel sessions, a power room, a deal room, and a networking gala evening for executives, investors, founders, and government leaders.
“PerformX Summit is not your typical gathering,” Akinpelu emphasised, adding that, “It is a catalytic gathering designed to equip, challenge, and connect the doers—the people and organisations who understand that performance is not accidental, strategy must be dynamic, and execution is the ultimate equaliser.”
He stressed that the initiative calls for a new culture of performance excellence in Africa.
