The chairman of Ailes Group, High Chief Michael Onuoha,
yesterday, alongside other dignitaries and prominent Nigerians, received the
Champion Newspaper Heroes of the Year 2022 award in Lagos.
The event which held at the prestigious Eko Convention Centre
of Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island brought together top most players and
leaders in Government, Oil & Gas, Energy, Properties/Real Estate, Banking and
others in what is best described as a gathering of the industry champions.
The carefully selected recipients of the revered award by Champion Newspaper, one of Nigeria’s oldest surviving journalism behemoths, were recognized and awarded for their various contributions to both the economy as well as human development and for nurturing the well-being of citizens and the country at large.
The event recognized the outstanding contributions of
individuals who have made a positive impact in their field and inspired others
to make a difference, especially in the AILES Group.
The AILES Group, an indigenous player in the Oil & Gas,
Logistics, Power & Energy, and numerous other sectors that contribute
significantly to the Nigerian economy were recognized for their corporate
strides over the years that has brought tremendous impact on the Nigerian
economy over the years
Alongside the chairman of Ailes Group, all the recipients were
honored for their excellent accomplishments in a variety of categories,
including politics, healthcare, education, social impact, environmental
sustainability, and community leadership.
Top on the list of the 34 distinguished recipients are Retired
Brigadier-General Mohamed Buba Marwa, Chairman of, National Drug Law
Enforcement Agency, NDLEA who was conferred with the Man of the Year Award;
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc (Bank of The Year); Mrs. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,
the MD/CEO, Fidelity Bank Plc (Banker of the Year); Chief Ayo Adebanjo,
Afenifere Leader, Life Achievement Award; Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos
State (Governor of the Year); Ademola Adeleke of Osun State (Governor of the
Year, Good Governance); Abdullahi Audu
Sule of Nasarawa State (Good Corporate Governance & Integrity in Leadership
Award); Prince Dapo Abiodun (Executive Governor of Ogun State) – Investment
Friendly Governor of the Year; Dr. Samuel Ortom, Governor of Benue State
(Courage in Leadership Award); Governor Simon Bako Lalong of Plateau State
(Governor of the Year on Security); and the Minister of Special Duties and
Inter-Governmental Affairs, Senator George Akume (Pillar of Democracy Award).
Others awardees are Princess Dr. Folashade Omotade-
Outstanding Female Personality of the Year; Senator Daisy Ehanire Danjuma
-Business Woman of the Year; Parallex Bank Limited (Most Innovative Bank of the
Year); Heirs Insurance Company Ltd (Digital Hub of Insurance of the Year); Mr.
Babajide A. Sipe (Manager of the Year); Chief Dr. Cyril Onyekwelu Umunna Ajagu
(Most Outstanding Savvy Investor of the Year); Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta (Most
Outstanding Regulator of the Year);
Chief Abraham Otti (Mighty Mighty), (Heart of Gold); High Chief Michael Onuoha
(Most Innovative Brand CEO of the Year); Alhaji Monsurudeen Oloyede Bello OBE
(Public Servant of the Year); Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Nike Akande (Outstanding Amazon
of the Year); Mr. Donald Duke (Most Outstanding South-South Personality of the
Year) and Standard Chartered Bank (Child Education Support Bank of the Year).
Speaking on the award as the Most Innovative Brand CEO of the
Year, High Chief Michael Onuoha (Eriri Ego) said the award recognition was
meant to further promote the business philosophy of AILES Group and other
landmark achievements of his organization over the years and that such recognition is a positive development.
He said “"I am inspired to have been recognized this way
and presented with this award acknowledging our modest contributions to the
betterment of our society and in improving the business environment. This honor
has increased my motivation to work harder and improve the lives of others
around me as I have always strived to do” he said
The event was attended by dignitaries, community leaders, and representatives from various organizations, who came together to celebrate the Champion Newspaper heroes and rejoice over their achievements. The ceremony featured inspiring stories of the finalists and their remarkable contributions.
The occasion also emphasized the function of the media in
fostering social change for the betterment of the Nigerian society. The
Champion Newspapers stressed their dedication to encouraging quality,
creativity, and progress in the communities they serve.
"As a news organization, we believe in the power of
storytelling to inspire positive change in our communities. The Heroes Award is
one of the ways we showcase the incredible work being done by local heroes who
are making a difference," said Mr. Ugo Onuoha, Editor-in-Chief of The
Champion Newspapers.
“The 2022 Heroes Award Retrospect Ceremony is a part of The
Champion Newspapers' ongoing commitment to promoting local heroes and inspiring
others to make a positive impact in their fields and communities. And With a
commitment to excellence and innovation, The Champion Newspapers is dedicated
to informing, inspiring, and engaging its readers and building a strong and
vibrant community.” He said.
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