Distinguished two-term Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and former Managing Director/CEO of the Federal Housing Authority, Senator Gbenga Ashafa, alongside notable figures from the Finance, ICT, and Real Estate sectors, will be celebrated at the inaugural edition of the Pinnacle Awards for Finance, ICT, and Real Estate (PAFIR Awards) today.
The announcement was made by Mrs Roni Akins, CEO of RAEMCOD Global Group Limited and the organizer of the PAFIR Awards, in a statement issued to the press.
“The PAFIR Awards, scheduled for Friday, November 22 in Lagos, is an annual event, that recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions within the Finance, ICT, and Real Estate sectors. This ceremony underscores the spirit of excellence and innovation that drives these industries forward,” Mrs Akins stated.
The ceremony will also spotlight Alhaji (Dr) Umaru Kwairanga , Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), who will receive a special award for his exceptional leadership and pivotal role in the demutualization of the NGX Group. His efforts have transformed the NGX into a leading integrated market infrastructure and a profitable African investment hub.
“This much-anticipated event celebrates the exceptional contributions of individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted their fields,” Mrs Akins added.
Hosted by RAEMCOD Global Group Limited, a diversified company committed to excellence across various sectors of the Nigerian economy, the PAFIR Awards aim to uphold a legacy of celebrating innovation, leadership, and outstanding performance in Finance, ICT, and Real Estate.
Other esteemed awardees are: Deacon Durojaiye Babajide John, Managing Director and Founder of Legrande Properties Development Company Limited, a leader in Nigerian real estate and construction; Sir Sterling Ellis, Certified Financial Manager and Founder/CEO of Sterling Ellis & Co. Inc. (USA) and Sterling Ellis & Company Limited (Nigeria); Mr. Kayode Omotoso, Pioneer Executive Secretary/CEO of the Mortgage Banking Association of Nigeria (MBAN); Barrister Hajara Kadiri, former Director of Public-Private Partnerships at the Federal Housing Authority; Angela Troy, Founder and CEO of Troy Consulting, a US-based management consulting firm; and Mrs. Elizabeth Ebi, Group Managing Director/CEO of Futureview Financial Services Ltd.
The operational philosophy of FAPAIR is to identify the sterling contributions of individuals and corporate organisations to the growth and development of the Finance, ICT, and Real Estate sectors.
FAPIR unlocks these contributions through a standard and transparent nomination and evaluation procedure. The Awards are fast becoming a benchmark for top-notch performance in the three sectors of the Nigerian economy.
