Chuka is a seasoned investment professional with over two decades of experience in fundraising, investing, and value creation across a range of industries.
chuka@verdestoneafrica.com
At Uhuru Investment Partners, a leading private equity firm focused on West Africa, Chuka played a pivotal role in the firm’s success, including the successful raise of its maiden US$181 million fund, attracting top-tier institutional investors from the United States, Europe and Nigeria.
Earlier in his career, Chuka built a strong foundation at PwC, Kaizen Venture Partners, and AfricInvest, gaining deep expertise in financial advisory, investment execution, and portfolio value creation.
Chuka combines investment acumen with operational leadership, having served in senior roles such as Managing Director, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Non-Executive Director across portfolio companies.
Chuka is a Chartered Accountant and CFA Charterholder. He holds an MSc in Finance (with Distinction) from the University of Exeter, UK, and a BSc in Accounting from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.
