This Award celebrates the most influential and impactful Nigerians in the year under review. The nominees were specially selected based on their positive impact on people underpinned by integrity and virtue. They embody the tenacity, love for Nigeria, and integrity that was displayed by the highly esteemed, iconic and respected Prof Dora Akunyili OFR. Her spirit lives on in our acts.


The nominees for the DAK23 female category are:


1. Jennifer Edifi
- Defied the odds to vote and got injured in the process. Some have tagged her a "Hero of Democracy".


2. Nelly Agbogu aka Naijabrandchick
- Created a platform for 1000+ micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to generate a revenue of $1+ million.


3. Hilda Baci
- Broke Guinness World Record in style thereby promoting Nigeria and creating awareness so other Nigerians can unleash their talent to break records.


4. Owen Omogiafo
- Grew Transcorps group market value thereby rewarding local and international shareholders.


5. Ngozi Mary Kekwaru
- Returned huge sum found in her former place of work displaying integrity and virtue.


6. Prof Nnenna Oti
- Stood her ground as the INEC returning officer to ensure votes "counted" during the Abia state gubernatorial elections. She has been called a "Hero of Democracy" as Abians are now reaping the true dividends of democracy.


7. Tems
- Won Grammy award thereby inspiring others.


8. D'Tigress
- Won FIBA women’s Afrobasket champions in 2023 thereby inspiring others.


9. Asisat Oshoala
- Won CAF player of the year (Women) Award thereby inspiring others.


10. Oge Obasi
- Her movie, "Mami Water", won several awards this year thereby inspiring others.


Notable Mentions
We reckon that there are others impacting lives without making noise about it. We also honour those in the notable mentions section. Feel free to drop their names let's acknowledge and recognise them.


Without further ado, let's start with the second runner up for The Woman of the Year.

SECOND RUNNER UP POSITION

Owen Omogiafo 🥳🍾🎉✨️
President & Group CEO of Transcorp


As of the time of writing this, the value of Transcorp has increased by 688% year to date (see snapshot below) and Transcorp Hotel by 921% year to date. This is a testament of her transformational leadership and hardwork. Investors (local and foreign) are smiling to the bank due to the increased value of their portfolio.


We congratulate her for this achievement and wish her a spectacular 2024!


https://www.nairametrics.com/2023/12/25/top-10-best-performing-nigerian-stocks-at-christmas-2023/%3famp=1

FIRST RUNNER UP POSITION


Nelly Agbogu 🍾🥳🎉
Founder Naijabrandchick (NBC)
Founder NelliesNigeria


MSMEs are the engine of any economy. For example, the akara seller that starts selling from 6am, the barber shop at the junction, and the caterer at the end of the street. These individuals are at the heart of any economy. When they prosper the economy blossoms.


Nelly Agbogbu impacted over 1000+ of these individuals by helping them make sales. She hosted the NBC trade fair for MSMEs to showcase their wares, build customer base and sell their products & services. NBC trade fair was hosted in Lagos, PH, Abuja, Ibadan etc. generating over $1+ million. Testimonials from individuals have been mind boggling. Visit her page to learn more.

https://www.facebook.com/nellyagbogu1?mibextid=ZbWKwL

Drum rolls please 🥁🥁 🥁


AND


THE



WINNER IS...



Prof Nnenna Oti 🍾🥳🎉💯
VC of FUTO - First female in that position
INEC Returning Officer 2023 - Abia State Governorship Election


She needs no introduction. She was dogged. She was virtuous. She was a believer of a corrupt-free Nigeria. She withstood threats. She defied all odds. She is an amazon. Millions of Abians around the world are in awe as the state is on the upward trajectory of growth. All these are because Prof Oti ensured that the electorates won't be robbed under her watch. Her story is well covered in the media. Please see link below for more details.



https://blueprint.ng/video-jubilation-as-futo-vice-chancellor-returns-after-2023-governorship-election-duty/

Nairalnders look out for the nominees and winners of the Male Category. Moderators please move to front page to inspire others.



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