Kennedy Okonkwo
Kennedy Okonkwo | |
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| Born | |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Education | Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology. University of Ibadan Masters in Business Administration, Marketing. Lagos State University |
| Occupation(s) | Real-estate entrepreneur, businessman |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Known for | Real Estate |
| Notable work | Victoria Crest Homes |
| Title | Founder/CEO of Nedcomoaks |
| Spouse | Ichechi Okonkwo |
| Children | 3 |
Kennedy Okonkwo // ⓘ(born 12 October 1977) is a Nigerian businessman, philanthropist, and real-estate entrepreneur.[1] He is the founder and CEO of Nedcomoaks Limited.[2][3]
Early life and education[edit]
Kennedy hails from Ojoto, Anambra State.[4] Kennedy was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, where he had his primary and secondary school education.[5] Kennedy attended the University of Ibadan, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology and the Lagos State University, where he obtained his Masters in Business Administration.[6]
Career and philanthropy[edit]
In 2007, Kennedy founded Nedcomoaks Limited, a Real Estate company with zero capital. He is the founder of the Kennedy Okonkwo Programme For Tech Entrepreneurs.[7][8] Kennedy is the sponsor of the Eti Osa community Oba's cup.[9]
Personal life[edit]
Kennedy is married to Ichechi Okonkwo.[10] He lives in Lagos, Nigeria with his wife and children.
Awards and recognition[edit]
- Peace Legend Icon of the Year 2019[11]
- African Achievers Award - Excellence in Enterprise and Business Innovation 2019
- Entrepreneur of the Year - Nigerian Entrepreneurs Award 2018[12][13]
- African Business Personality of the Year 2017
References[edit]
- ^ "Real Estate Mogul, Okonkwo, Launches Empowerment Programme for Budding Entrepreneurs". This Day Live. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ "Here's what Nigeria needs to do to address its housing challenge". BusinessDay Nigeria. 29 October 2019. Retrieved 18 May 2020.
- ^ "Nedcomoaks' Kennedy Okonkwo on how Nigeria should address its housing challenge". CNBC Africa. 6 June 2019. Retrieved 18 May 2020.
- ^ "Kennedy Okonkwo takes Unity Carnival to Anambra". The Nation Online Nigeria. 10 January 2019. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ Kumolu, Charles (10 October 2018). "OKONKWO: From missed N18m deal to multi-million naira empire". Vanguard Nigeria. Retrieved 31 May 2020.
- ^ "How I became successful at 39 - Onyekachi Okonkwo, MD/CEO Nedcom Oaks". The Nigerian Voice. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ "KOPETECH empowers, provides grant to innovative youths". The Sun Nigeria. 29 November 2019. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ John Salau, Seyi (21 October 2019). "KOPE to leverage mentorship in deepening Nigeria's tech start-up space". BusinessDay Newspaper. Retrieved 31 May 2020.
- ^ "Property Merchant, Kennedy Okonkwo Takes Another Step". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ "Why I Brought My Wife Into Real Estate Business - Property Mogul, Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo Reveals". City People Magazine. 30 September 2019. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ "Peace legend awards 2019 Lagos edition holds". Vanguard Nigeria. 5 December 2019. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ "Nigerian Entrepreneurs Award 2018: Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo Emerges Entrepreneur Of The Year". Brandspurng. 19 November 2018. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- ^ "Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award 2018: Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo Emerges Entrepreneur of the Year". Brand Arena. Retrieved 31 May 2020.