Empowering Leadership, Enabling Impact

At Leading Edge Consulting (Kestria Nigeria), we are in the business of building transformational leadership. With nearly three decades of experience, we are Nigeria’s premier retained executive search and human capital advisory firm. As the exclusive Nigerian partner of Kestria, the world's largest executive search alliance, we offer clients global reach combined with deep local insight. 

Since our founding in 1996, we have partnered with leading corporations, public institutions, and international organizations to deliver bespoke solutions in executive recruitment, HR strategy, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Every engagement is grounded in our core values of partnership, personalization, and value for money.

Our Heritage

Founded in Lagos and proudly Nigerian-owned, Leading Edge Consulting blends international best practices with an intimate understanding of Nigeria’s socio-economic and regulatory context. We bring strategic clarity and people insight to clients navigating complex environments—whether locally or across West Africa. We are also the exclusive regional partner for The GC Index®, a globally recognized framework for identifying game-changing talent and organizational impact.

Meet Our Managing Partner 

Dr. Ije Jidenma, PhD, is the Founder and Chief Executive of Kestria Nigeria: Leading Edge Consulting and an accomplished management consultant, board director, and governance expert. She is:

  • The immediate past President and Chairman of Council of the Chartered Institute of Directors, Nigeria (CIoD)
  • A former Independent Director at First Bank of Nigeria 
  • Chairman of the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce
  • An alumna of Harvard Business School and IESE Business School
  • Thought leader and contributor to the Kestria Institute

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Let Us Know How We Can Support You

We would be happy to hear from you. Contact us to explore how we can partner with you to meet your talent and leadership needs.

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