OKEI-ODUMAKIN, OGUNSAN, EMMANUEL-KING, OLUKOYA, 21 OTHER AMAZING AMAZONS MAKE TREK AFRICA’S 25 MOST INFLUENTIAL AND ROLE MODEL WOMEN IN AFRICA
Today, Monday, December 30, 2024, Trek Africa Newspaper, renowned for its commitment to impactful journalism, will spotlight 25 extraordinary African women whose remarkable contributions have shaped socioeconomic and political landscapes across the continent and beyond. These African Amazons, celebrated for their positive influence and groundbreaking achievements, are being honored as a fitting conclusion to a successful year. The recognition underscores their significance as trailblazers in their respective fields, inspiring change and progress across Africa and the world.
The 25 remarkable women being honored by Trek Africa Newspaper today are celebrated for their outstanding contributions across diverse fields, including entrepreneurship, education, commerce, arts, culture, security, and science. Beyond their professional achievements, these African Amazons are deeply committed to humanitarian causes, empowering the less privileged and uplifting communities through their philanthropic efforts. Their dedication to creating positive change and fostering hope makes them shining examples of leadership and compassion.
To be decorated with the Trek Africa Newspaper’s 25 most influential and role model women in Africa award are Mrs. Bella Adenuga-Disu
Executive Vice Chairman, Globacom Nigeria; Mrs. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe CEO, Fidelity Bank; Dr. Ajoke Ogunsan
CEO, Executive Trainers Ltd; Dr. Pastor Mrs. Shade Olukoya
Wife of the General Overseer, MFM Worldwide; and Mrs. Adekemi Fayoade Chairperson, POWA Zone 2, Nigeria Police.
Others are Esther Adeola Balogun
CEO, UCEE Microfinance Bank; Yeye Olori Aderonke Emmanuel-king
Group Executive Director, Adron Homes and Properties; Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON
GMD/CEO, Zenith Bank Plc; DCP Chioma Ajunwa retd, MON, the first Nigerian Olympic Gold Medalist, and Mrs. Maureen Onigbanjo
CEO, House of Maufechi; Dr. Cynthia Gregg
CEO, Safety Signatures; Hon. Mrs. Funke Egbemode
Immediate Past Honourable Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Osun State; Pharm. Josephine Ehimen MD/CEO, Nett Pharmacy; HRM Olori Janet Afolabi
Queen of Apomu Kingdom, Osun State; and Dr. Jayne Onwumere Group CEO, PWAN Group.
Further, Dr. Joe Okei-Odumakin
President, Women Arise for Change Initiative; Uzo Oshogwe MD, Afriland Properties Ltd; Mrs. Funmi Ogbue
Co-founder, Women in Energy Network, WIEN; Lady Ifyugo Mgbemene
CEO, Leo Ela International Ltd; Princess Amb. Dr. Toyin Kolade
Iyalaje Oodua; Mrs. Joke Sogunro
CEO, Soggy’s Couture; Mrs. Yewande Abiose
MD, Energy Institution, Nigeria; Dr. Mrs. Adebiyi Abidemi
GMD, Unique Motors; Princess Yeye Lara Fashola
Cultural Ambassador, ECOSOCC, African Union; and Chief (Barr.) Mrs. Ifeyinwa Nnanna Mba
CEO, Diva World Trading Services (Makers of Diva Rice) – all make the top 25 list.
The colorful decoration ceremony will hold at the prestigious Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos on Monday 30th December 2024 by 3pm. The event is expected to have the Chairman/CEO of Executive Group and Board Member of Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), Dr. Ayo Ogunsan; the AIG of Zone 2 Police Command (comprising Lagos and Ogun States), AIG Adegoke Fayoade, the Managing Director/CEO of Badinson Security, Dr. Matthew Ibadin; among others in attendance.
Speaking of the awardees, the Publisher of Trek Africa Newspaper, Oki Samson disclosed: ‘This is a due recognition for the immense contributions of these women in our society. It is undoubtedly true that the role of women is both vital and virtuous in Africa.’
‘We cannot celebrate these amazing Amazons enough for demonstrating grace and poise in their respective endeavors while matching it with uncommon strength and dexterity in the home front.’
‘As we round off 2024 on a good note, it is well deserving to close out the year applauding and celebrating our 25 most influential and role model women in Africa’, Oki concluded.
