Celebrating the enterprising spirit of the Igbo people, this section features business pioneers, CEOs, and innovators across industries. From local startups to international ventures, discover the Igbo minds driving economic growth.
Ozoemena Joseph Chukwu, popularly known as Ozo, was born on August 4, 1993, into a highly intellectual and disciplined family from Ihitte-Uboma Local Government Area,… Read more
KimOprah (Chinonso Ibinabo Opara) is a Nigerian media personality, entrepreneur, and former contestant on Big Brother Naija. Early Life and Education KimOprah, born Chinonso Ibinabo… Read more
Ikechukwu Sunday Okonkwo, better known as Cross is a Nigerian fitness enthusiast, entrepreneur, and reality TV personality who rose to fame on Big Brother Naija.… Read more
Stella Damasus (born April 24, 1978) is a celebrated Nigerian-born actress, singer, humanitarian, and media entrepreneur, widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s most iconic figures. Early Life and… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Jaiye Aboderin (m. 1999; died 2004), (m. 2007; divorced after 7 months), Daniel Ademinokan (m. 2014; divorced 2020)
Chigozie Zeal Atuanya was born on September 13, 1980, in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria. Though born and raised in the southeastern region of the country,… Read more
Ezinne Lady Jane Udewo Amaechi Nnamani was a woman of grace, substance, and uncommon dedication—known for her steadfast commitment to faith, family, education, entrepreneurship, and… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Senator Ken Nnamani, GCON (former President of the Nigerian Senate)
Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, is one of Nigeria’s most influential and successful musicians, widely regarded as a pioneer of modern Afrobeat and contemporary Nigerian music Read more
Emmanuel Somto, born on February 5, 1997, is a Nigerian-born international model, television personality, actor, and entrepreneur. Read more
Chioma Nwaoha Blessing was born on November 2, 1995, in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. She hails from a close-knit… Read more
Yinka Omolola Theisen (née Ajakaiye), widely known as Yinka Theisen, was born on April 9, 1969, in Lagos State, Nigeria, into a prominent Yoruba family.… Read more
Spouse’s Names:
Divorced from first husband (surname Theisen), Engaged to actor-filmmaker Linc Edochie (engaged May 2025; not yet married) |
