CityBlue Hotels CEO Joins Lagos Business School Advisory Board
CITYBLUE HOTELS’ CEO JOINS LAGOS BUSINESS SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD, ENHANCING HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP AND EXPANSION.
Africa’s leading business school, Lagos Business School (LBS), appointed Jameel Verjee, CEO of CityBlue Hotels, to the LBS Hospitality Initiative’s advisory board. He joins industry leaders Trevor Ward and Mossadeck Bally.
Lagos Business School Hospitality Initiative Overview
Dr. Belinda Nwosu, Academic Director of LBS Hospitality Initiative, said the platform aims to develop Nigeria and Africa’s hospitality industry. It focuses on advisory, engagement, research, and capacity building.
CityBlue Hotels operates in five countries with plans to expand. Partnering with LBS will help CityBlue enter West Africa, starting with Accra, Ghana, later this year.
This partnership strengthens CityBlue’s leadership development and expands its ESG strategy across sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Nwosu highlighted Jameel’s skills and resilience, which will benefit regional players and build a pipeline of local talent for leadership in hospitality.
Mutual Benefits and Future Growth
Jameel Verjee expressed excitement about collaborating with LBS. He emphasized Nigeria’s potential for tech-driven growth and knowledge-based expansion. The partnership will revolutionize executive development in Africa’s hospitality industry, aligning with LBS’s vision of developing responsible leaders for Africa’s growth.
Lagos Business School
Lagos Business School (LBS) is a leading business school in Africa, located in Nigeria. It offers world-class management education and develops responsible leaders through various programs, including MBA, executive education, and custom solutions for businesses. LBS focuses on research, advisory, engagement, and capacity building, aiming to drive growth and innovation in Africa’s business landscape.
About CityBlue Hotels
CityBlue Hotels, Africa’s fastest-growing local hotel chain, operates properties in major cities across East and West Africa. Known for modern, comfortable accommodations and a strong focus on business travelers, CityBlue’s mission is to open African doors and celebrate diversity. By harnessing technology, CityBlue aims to democratize travel and shape the future of African hospitality.