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In a significant stride towards strengthening youth leadership and enterprise development across Africa, the 40 Under 40 Nigeria have announced the appointment of Dr. Promise Ovai Kenneth-Odum as the new Vice Chairperson of the 40 Under 40 platform.
The official induction is set to take place at the forthcoming wrap up event of the year 100 Persons of the Year 2025, scheduled for December 6th in Lagos, an event that continues to shape conversations on entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership across the continent.
Dr. Promise Ovai Kenneth-Odum, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Rukkies House Group, stands as a beacon of creative excellence, entrepreneurship, and innovation in Africa’s design and floral artistry ecosystem. As the first Nigerian and African to earn the Certified Floral Designer (CFD) designation from the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), she has redefined the standards of creativity and business craftsmanship on a global scale.
Reacting to her appointment, Dr. Promise expressed:
“I am deeply honored to accept the role of Vice Chairperson of the 40 Under 40 platform. This recognition is not just a personal milestone but a reaffirmation of the impact young African leaders are making across industries. I look forward to contributing to this incredible network of innovators and change-makers who are shaping the future of entrepreneurship and leadership across our continent.”
Through her platform, Rukkies House Group – which encompasses Rukkies Decor, RAFAD (Rukkies Academy for Floral Artistry and Design), Rukkies Luxury Bouquet, RH Global Sourcing, The Rube, and Rukuhs Petali – Dr. Promise has created an ecosystem that merges art, business, and education to empower thousands of creatives across Africa.
Speaking on the appointment, Ambassador Omotayo Salako, Founder 40 Under 40 Nigeria, described Dr. Promise as “a visionary leader whose creativity meets purpose, and whose influence continues to redefine what’s possible for African entrepreneurs on the global stage.”
Her selection will highlight her commitment to advancing entrepreneurship, mentoring, and innovation while reinforcing the platform’s mission to Teach, Inspire, Mentor, and Empower young leaders.
With Dr. Promise Ovai Kenneth-Odum joining the leadership cadre, 40 Under 40 Nigeria strengthens its vision to build a vibrant, collaborative, and forward-thinking community of young Africans transforming industries and driving sustainable development across borders.
