Nwakego Sunday-Omuze Bags Honorary Doctorate Degree from Highstone Global University
By Genesis ogiri
Dr Nwakego Sunday-Omuze was recently conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Leadership and Strategic Management by Highstone Global University in a prestigious ceremony held at the Armed Forces Officers Mess, Asokoro, Abuja. The event drew high-profile personalities from diverse sectors, and the spotlight shone brightly on a woman whose career epitomizes visionary leadership, transformative impact, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Renowned for her mastery of strategic planning, financial management, and organizational development, Nwakego commands respect as a trailblazer and queen-sized figure in Nigeria’s corporate and energy sectors. Her journey reflects a rare blend of intellect, resilience, and ethical stewardship, positioning her as a beacon of inspiration for emerging professionals and future leaders.
In the corridors of power, influence, and corporate excellence, few figures command admiration like Dr Nwakego Sunday-Omuze—a true queen of strategic leadership and a trailblazer in Nigeria’s banking, oil, and gas sectors. Her career is a tapestry woven with vision, resilience, and transformative impact, reflecting a rare blend of authority, intellect, and unwavering dedication to service.
While Speaking with Newsway Reporters on the occasion, Dr Nwakego Sunday-Omuze expressed her heartfelt gratitude:
“This honorary doctorate is not only a recognition of my professional journey, but a celebration of the values of integrity, service, and empowerment that have guided me throughout my career. I am deeply humbled by this honor from Highstone Global University, and I dedicate it to every colleague, team member, and mentor who has walked this path with me. I pledge to continue fostering ethical leadership, inspiring collaboration, and creating opportunities for others to thrive.”
The recognition from Highstone Global University is a fitting tribute to her trailblazing career, exceptional leadership, and enduring influence. Industry leaders, colleagues, family, friends, and well-wishers have all poured in heartfelt congratulatory messages, acknowledging her brilliance, integrity, and the empowering mark she continues to leave on Nigeria’s corporate landscape.
As Executive Director at Sunny Ebi Multi Systems Limited, Dr Nwakego has carved a path of exceptional leadership, operational excellence, and strategic foresight. With over twenty years of experience across critical sectors, she has redefined what it means to lead with both strength and grace, turning complex challenges into opportunities for growth, innovation, and sustainable success.
Her mastery of financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning is matched only by her ability to build cohesive teams, inspire collaboration, and empower stakeholders. Nwakego’s leadership lens is that of a queen: commanding respect, nurturing talent, and creating systems that drive organizations toward excellence. Colleagues and partners describe her as an architect of transformation, whose decisions elevate not just business outcomes but the people she leads.
Beyond her professional arena, Dr Nwakego is deeply committed to societal advancement and community development. She champions initiatives that uplift lives, strengthen communities, and cultivate opportunities for the next generation. In her philosophy, true leadership is measured by the positive imprint one leaves on society, and she embodies this ideal with elegance and conviction.
Throughout her illustrious journey, Nwakego has consistently demonstrated that visionary leadership and ethical stewardship go hand in hand. Her achievements have inspired peers, motivated teams, and set new benchmarks for excellence in sectors that demand both precision and innovation. Industry leaders, friends, family, and well-wishers have flooded her with accolades, recognizing not only her professional brilliance but also the dignity, integrity, and empowering influence she carries as a woman of substance.
Dr Nwakego Sunday-Omuze stands as a beacon of strength, intelligence, and transformative leadership. Her career journey is a living testament to the power of strategic vision, ethical governance, and relentless pursuit of excellence. As a queen in her own right, she continues to inspire, mentor, and redefine leadership standards, leaving an indelible legacy that will illuminate the paths of future leaders across Nigeria and beyond.