Encomium as Pillars of High Society Celebrates Lady Ada

Lagos was abuzz with excitement and celebration recently as Lady Ada Chukwudozie, who is fondly called ‘Lady Ada’ marked her  52nd birthday. This iconic entrepreneur, Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) for Anambra, Enugu, and Ebonyi states, and member of the Presidential Tripartite Committee on New Minimum Wage implementation was honoured with a lavish surprise party at the prestigious DANI Restaurant, The Delborough Lagos.

Lady Ada arrived in her signature elegance, donning a golden ensemble that turned heads and set the tone for an evening of opulence. Among the distinguished guests was His Imperial Majesty, Dr. Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife. The revered traditional ruler praised Lady Ada’s remarkable contributions to the private sector and her roles as a mother, wife, and entrepreneur, emphasising that celebrating her once a year was insufficient given her immense impact.

Other prominent figures, including Governors Charles Soludo of Anambra State and Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, sent their heartfelt congratulations. Even Peter Obi praised Lady Ada’s pivotal role in shaping the national economy through her leadership at MAN, while Bola Shagaya, Africa’s third richest woman, lent her halo to the event by being present.

Other super guests were business moguls like Allen Onyema, Chairman of Air Peace Airlines, and Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines. All of these were treated to a night of exquisite dining and entertainment, reflecting Lady Ada’s penchant for excellence and her remarkable journey to becoming a leading figure in Nigeria’s manufacturing industry.

As Lady Ada blew out the candles on her cake, the sentiment in the room was clear: this is a trailblazer whose contributions have transcended mere profit making. Indeed, she has inspired Nigerians everywhere, male or female, to strive for greatness.