Entrepreneur Of The Year
With an MBA from the Lagos State University, and a B.Sc in Psychology from the University of Ibadan, Kennedy Okonkwo set out well prepared for the challenges of the corporate world. He worked as Group Managing Director of Capital Mortgage Bank; Business Strategy Advisor at Amazon Energy; and XL Management Services.
With an unyielding commitment to making the dream of owning a home possible for those who so desire, Okonkwo founded NedComOaks in 2007 and has taken the company from a humble beginning to an annual turnover of N30 billion.
As Group Managing Director, he has proven that he is a visionary real estate developer, standing as a beacon of hope for aspiring homeowners.
In less than 20 years of his entry into the Nigerian real estate market, he has redefined the sector, establishing in the process, the prestigious Victoria Crest Homes brand, driven by an unwavering belief that luxury should embrace all who dare to dream big.
Okonkwo’s pursuit for extraordinary luxury, which is his cutting edge, manifested in the magnificent Citadel Views Estate 1.0 and 2.0, standing tall as Nigeria’s first solar-powered estates. This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to his unwavering commitment to sustainable and environmentally conscious development.
Aside from addressing housing challenges in Nigeria, Kennedy Okonkwo is equally committed to philanthropic initiatives, using his God-given wealth to uplift the society and people. The Eti Osa Community Oba’s Cup is one of his philanthropic gestures, which resonates among the people.
It is for these reasons and many others that our Board of Editors chose him as a winner of The Sun Investor of the Year Award, 2024.