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  • Aisha Achimugu’s arrest rumour fake, unfounded, aide insists

    Aisha Achimugu’s arrest rumour fake, unfounded, aide insists

    Dr. Aisha Achimugu’s Media Aide,. David Abakpa, has maintained that his Principal and Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of FELAK Concept Group is not under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). 

    Abakpa insisted that Dr. Achimugu OFR has no score to settle with the EFCC amid social media reactions in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja.

    The media aide said the EFCC is a reputable financial crime agency in Nigeria that would not toy with any serious matter on social media before investigating individuals or groups concerned. 

    He challenged the sponsored media campaigners to provide evidence of the purported investigation or warrant of arrest against his principal by the Commission while dismissing the media claim that Dr. Achimugu escaped EFCC arrest.

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    The statement reads in part: “It is petty that some mushroom media platforms known for clickbait are being used to propagate falsehood against patriotic Nigerian and global icon, Dr. Aisha Achimugu, who is earning and attracting a highly esteemed reputation for Nigeria and Nigerians internationally.

    “The EFCC is known for its professionalism in handling financial crimes. EFCC doesn’t disclose information of arrest to newsmen until investigation is completed. So it is strange that masked EFCC officials under anonymity allegedly disclose to an online media platform of its plan to arrest a law abiding Nigerian. 

    “Let the media house publish the purported arrest warrant or the letter of invitation issued against Dr. Achimugu as claimed. Anybody on the EFCC watchlist cannot just fly out of the country without being arrested by security agents at the airport, in the first place.

    “The media campaign is empty and the aim is defeated on arrival. Darkness cannot comprehend light just as falsehood cannot prevail over truth. Therefore, the sponsors of the fake news lack the coordination to dent the image of the award winning entrepreneur.

    “OFR is not a child play national honour which Dr Aisha Achimugu has earned from the Federal Republic of Nigeria. She has given back to the economy in several ways through her legit businesses, hence, the recognition”.

    “Dr. Aisha Achimugu is a hardworking businesswoman who is always tirelessly flying across the globe on business trips. It’s therefore laughable to say that she traveled out of the country to escape arrest”.

  • Aisha Achimugu shines

    Aisha Achimugu shines

    Aisha Achimugu (OFR), an Abuja-based businesswoman and Chief Executive Officer of Felak Concept Group, a firm that is into civil, structural and transportation engineering, is one of the highly respected employers of labour in the country.

    Undoubtedly, the serial entrepreneur that deals in exploration, production and distribution of petroleum products, has made and continues to make huge contributions to the nation’s economy.

    She has proved to be someone that matches street smartness with book wisdom. Brick by brick, Achimugu has built a vast layout of opportunities for young Nigerians and has demonstrated that greatness can be earned through diligence and hard work,  making her great impact in various sectors.

    At different times, the Founder and President of SAM Empowerment Foundation has also been duly recognized for her industry and philanthropy within and outside the country.

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    Interestingly, last night Saturday March 1st, at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island Lagos,  family, friends and fans shared in the joy of the 51-year-old, who holds a degree in Accounting from the University of Jos and a Master’s in Business Management from the University of Belize, when she bagged the award of Entrepreneur of the Year at the Sun Newspapers Awards ceremony.

    During the ceremony, many of the distinguished guests were said to have intoned that she would have also won an award for the Philanthropist of the Year, if there was such a category.

    Indeed, she is not lagging behind in philanthropy, considering that her well documented humanitarian gestures had impacted millions of people and communities in Nigeria over the years.

    In her younger days, she was the envy of some of her friends simply because she easily proved to have known her right from her left when some of them were still tied to their mothers’ apron strings. Much later, when she floated her business, it took her little or no time to prove that she is indeed set out to pursue her dream on the global stage. Though it was considered an impossible task by some naysayers, she was determined to pursue her ambition of ruling the world with her unwavering doggedness. Today, she rubs shoulders with other world-class and renowned business moguls as she has gradually built her career to the international stage.

  • Aisha Achimugu’s gratitude at 51

    Aisha Achimugu’s gratitude at 51

    For countless individuals, January 24 of every year may simply blend into the fabric of everyday life, marked by no particular significance or anticipation. There’s often no public celebration or acknowledgment of this date; it arrives and departs like any other day on the calendar.

    However, for esteemed Nigerian businesswoman and oil magnate, Dr. Aisha Achimugu, the Group Chief Executive Officer of Felak Concept, this date holds profound personal meaning.

    For her, January 24 is not just another day, it is a jubilant occasion worth celebrating, as it commemorates the anniversary of her birth.

    This year, as she reflects on her life, the high-flying mogul is particularly grateful for the opportunity to celebrate another birthday, a gift she sees as a testament to her resilience and capacity to navigate the challenges of life over the past year.

    As the sun rises on this special day, Dr. Achimugu awakens in her luxurious, tastefully decorated bedroom, her heart overflowing with gratitude. She is thankful not only for her continued health and vitality but also for the myriad experiences that have shaped her into the formidable leader she is today.

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    If Dr. Achimugu was to chronicle her life story in a memoir, it would undoubtedly be an intriguing and inspiring narrative, especially considering the milestone of her 50th birthday. The account of her life and career trajectory would serve as motivation for aspiring entrepreneurs and a pivotal source of insight for anyone interested in business and success.

    Her journey through the business world, marked by steady growth and increasing influence, paints a compelling picture of a woman who seems to have been born under a lucky star. Sources close to her mention that, despite her success, she is in no rush to share her memoirs with the public. Dr. Achimugu feels that she remains an evolving figure, still on a path of growth and discovery.

    Not merely an average tycoon, she has made her mark across various sectors, effortlessly balancing her multifaceted roles. Her business interests span a wide array of industries, including energy, civil structural engineering, transportation engineering, consultancy, environmental waste management, and catering. This diverse portfolio demonstrates her versatility and keen business acumen.

    Dr. Achimugu possesses an exceptional talent for identifying lucrative investment opportunities, and her convictions in her decisions are strong enough to inspire monumental changes.

  • On Aisha Achimugu’s solid pillar

    On Aisha Achimugu’s solid pillar

    Without doubt, Aisha Achimugu, the billionaire businesswoman and Group Chief Executive Officer of the Felak Group, is someone who is on a formidable journey of success.

    Her life story reads like a modern fairy tale, filled with bold ventures and personal triumphs. An indigene of Kogi State, Achimugu has made significant marks not only in the realm of business but also as a devoted mother to her adorable children, enhancing the narrative of her life.

    Achimugu’s exceptional achievements in Nigeria’s challenging and often unpredictable business landscape have not gone unnoticed. With a remarkable ability to tackle obstacles head-on, she has managed to rise where many have faltered, establishing herself as an inspiring figure for budding entrepreneurs who aspire to scale the heights of success.

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    As she continues to break barriers, Achimugu is also emerging as a powerful advocate for women’s empowerment and leadership.

    In a society where fame and success can sometimes distort perspectives, Achimugu stands out by remaining grounded and connected to her roots. Her humility also serves as a testament to her character, and has been a crucial factor in her sustained relevance and success.

    Interestingly, despite her wealth and status, Achimugu is deeply devoted to her family, particularly her parents, whom she respects immensely.

  • Aisha Achimugu keeps the flame burning

    Aisha Achimugu keeps the flame burning

    Over the years, Aisha Achimugu, Group Chief Executive Officer, GCEO, Felak Concept Group, has bestridden the business world like a colossus.

    Achimugu, an embodiment of beauty and brains, has her hands in many pies, including civil, structural, and transportation engineering; consultancy/ transaction advisory services; maritime and environmental waste management and catering.

    In all of these, she boasts an enviable clientele from both the private and public sectors.

    It is a truism that her success stories in all she has ventured into speak to the fact that she is a perfectionist par excellence.

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    Indeed, it is no exaggeration that those who have listened to her nuggets of information on how to run a successful business are thanking their stars for making their paths cross hers in life.

    Besides, she always exudes good humour and bonhomie, an attribute that has endeared her to the hearts of countless people who have encountered her in life.

    Indeed, this serial entrepreneur surely understands the true meaning of friendship and has made huge sacrifices at different times to keep the sanctity of friendship as humanly possible.

    More importantly, the 1998 graduate of Accounting from the University of Jos, Plateau State also holds the ace in philanthropy.

    For her, the thought of lifting a soul and offering her shoulders for others to lean on is topmost in her mind

  • Aisha Achimugu gives back

    Aisha Achimugu gives back

    Most wealthy people across the world have a fetish they love to spend their God-given wealth on. Some choose to invest it in business while others choose acquisition of luxurious cars, and highbrow homes among other fantasies.

    For Aisha Achimugu, rather than invest her wealth in frivolities, she opt to spend it to care for humanity leaving lasting legacies cresting her name in gold.

    Despite being a stylish and alluring businesswoman with hands in many pies of business, many who can’t stand the sight of her rising profile attribute her growing influence and wealth to the handwork of a man.

    Those close to the classy woman of substance informed that she didn’t attain her current status by fluke but by sheer dint of hard work riddled with years of sowing in tears. Those who see her reaping bountifully today think everything she owns came by luck, not knowing that she has remained resilient and focused.

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    Over the years, negative criticism has made her develop a thick skin and catalyse her to perform excellently well in her endeavours.

    The mother of three could pass, arguably, as Nigeria’s most charitable billionaire as her flame of philanthropy appears inextinguishable. She has been so unrelenting in her drive and determination to bring succour to the suffering masses without fear or favour across the nation for many years.

    Aisha recently displayed her fellow feeling when she doled out several millions of naira at an event organised by Global Initiative For Peace Love and Care for Julius Rone’s 50th birthday in Abuja.

  • Abuja tax office to Aisha Achimugu: pay your taxes after Grenada birthday party

    Abuja tax office to Aisha Achimugu: pay your taxes after Grenada birthday party

    The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Internal Revenue Service on Saturday, January 27, reminded an Abuja-based socialite, Aisha Achimugu, to fulfill her tax obligations.

    The tax demand was posted by the FCT-IRS on its X handle as it wished the socialite a happy 50th birthday.

    Achimugu lavishly celebrated her 50th birthday, setting the Caribbean state of Grenada agog in a seven-day shindig.

    She is the Founder and Managing Director of Abuja-based Felak Concept Group.

    She turned 50 on January 22.

    The tax agency said in the tweet on its X handle: “The FCT-Internal Revenue Service extends our warmest birthday wishes to you! May this special day be filled with joy and blessing.

    “Remember to fulfill your tax obligations by filing your annual tax returns.”

    A dedicated website for the seven-day birthday party included information regarding visa arrangements, available chauffeurs, travel schedules, and the nearest airport to the event venue.

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    The festivities began on January 16 with the arrival of guests.

    The following day, the event started with a welcome breakfast, exploring the resort, and mingling.

    On Day Four, attendees wore vibrant African attire for special performances, including drum dances.

    A bonfire provided a cozy backdrop as guests gathered for an evening of warmth and music.

    Day Five showcased performances by a local band, various cocktails, and a retro disco party.

    On the sixth day, guests embarked on an island excursion.

    On January 23, the seventh and final day began with an all-white breakfast culminating in a luxurious dinner, themed: “Glitz and Glam,” before guests bade farewell to Grenada.

    Many socialites and prominent Nigerians reportedly graced the birthday bash.

    Those who graced the birthday bash were said to have flown from Nigeria to Grenada in hired private jets.

    Some of them described the birthday bash as one of the most lavish parties they had ever attended or heard of.

    The celebrant hired Calivigny Island for a week and booked rooms for her guests at Silversand, Grenada.

    Achimugu was reported to have changed clothes at the party at least 30 times, with each dress reportedly costing thousands of dollars.

    These were in addition to the high-end clothes she wore for a photo shoot with a celebrity photographer before the event.

    Throughout the evenings, she wore costly diamond jewellery, and designer shoes, and carried Hermes crocodile leather handbags, each estimated to cost between $50,000 and $80,000.

    One of the many gatherings occurred aboard the Silver Angel, a yacht sailing on the Caribbean Sea under the flag of the United Kingdom.

    According to reports, Achimugu spent nearly $1 million (more than N1 billion) to rent the island for the entire week.

    Quite some local and international A-list musicians and entertainers flew in to perform at the various events.

    Artists who performed included American saxophonist and composer, Kenny G; Nigeria’s Waje, Flavour, Adekunle Gold, Asake; and Mr Killa, a Grenadian musician.

    The event was filled with lots of activities from swimming to extravagant meals, bonfires, kayaking, and treasure hunting.

    The Nigerian version of the birthday bash continued on Friday at Transcorp Hotel, Abuja, and another one on Saturday at an undisclosed location.

    Achimugu holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Jos in Plateau State.

    She also holds an honorary degree from The Commonwealth University, Belize, also in the Caribbean.

    She married Engineer Sulaiman Achimugu, a former Managing Director of the Pipelines and Products Marketing Company, a subsidiary of the then Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation.