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  • When Angola honoured Fifi Ejindu

    When Angola honoured Fifi Ejindu

    Architect Princess Fifi Ekanem Ejindu, the first black African woman graduate of Pratt Institute, has not only realized her dreams but has also made significant strides in the realms of architecture and international diplomacy. Renowned for her innovative and timeless designs, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the real estate business, where her commitment to quality over quantity sets her apart.

    Fifi Ejindu possesses an exceptional eye for detail, ensuring each of her architectural creations embodies both aesthetic appeal and functional excellence. She masterfully blends elements of medieval and Renaissance architecture with contemporary influences, creating structures that are as unique as they are captivating. Her meticulous approach to design ensures that each building she conceptualizes stands as a testament to her creativity and expertise.

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    Having successfully completed numerous projects in bustling urban centers like Dubai and Nigeria, Fifi has proven her prowess in the construction industry. Her reputation as a savvy businesswoman is complemented by her recent foray into international diplomacy, where she serves as the president of the Angola-Nigeria Business Council. In this role, she is dedicated to fostering collaboration and complementarity between the two nations, unlocking their full potential in various sectors, particularly in oil and gas and mineral resources.

    Fifi Ejindu’s diplomatic endeavors have strengthened the bilateral relationship between Nigeria and Angola, facilitating high-level meetings that attract global investors. Her keen negotiation skills and commitment to resolution have positioned her as a pivotal figure in enhancing the economic ties between the two countries.

    In recognition of her remarkable contributions, Fifi was honored by the Angolan embassy in Abuja, Nigeria, during the commemoration of Angola’s 50th Independence Anniversary. This accolade celebrated her tireless dedication, exemplary commitment, and unwavering support towards building bridges between Angola and Nigeria, marking her as an influential advocate for international cooperation and development.

    Through her multifaceted career, Princess Fifi Ejindu continues to inspire many, demonstrating that with hard work and vision, one can significantly impact both architecture and international relations.

  • Fifi Ejindu hits three scores plus two

    Fifi Ejindu hits three scores plus two

    For billionaire businesswoman, Princess Fifi Ejindu, life is to be enjoyed.

    As a business magnate and serial investor, The Pratt Institute-trained architect is a league of her own.

    Wining and dining with the movers and shakers of the world, she wields immense influence with her endearing personality and aura which draw many  admirers to her.

    Despite being born with the proverbial silver spoon, she has remained humble and hardworking, attributes that have taken her to the peak as an investor with an exceptional fashion senset.

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    Anytime she attends functions be sure cameras will continue to shutter as many will be scampering to catch a glimpse of her graceful gait, smiling face with her sartorial elegance and endearing drop-dead gorgeous frame. To date, her impeccable record of incisive vision to reshape Nigeria’s business climate remains unequal, making her one of the few women who has continued to thrive in a male-dominated world and a male dominated industry. Unlike many of her peers she refused to be shoved with a wave of hand as she pursued her ambition with abiding trust in God, determination, sheer artistry, and tenacity of purpose. She is a big philanthropist who constantly supports and uplifts the less-privileged.

    Yesterday, Fifi turned 62. And, it was yet another day and opportunity for the great-grand daughter of James Ekpo Bassey, an Efik monarch in the days of yore, to climb to the mountaintop to shout Hallelujah to her Creator.

    She told everyone who cares to listen that all she has achieved was through God’s grace, mercy anddint of hard work.

  • Fifi Ejindu’s quest for economic stability

    Fifi Ejindu’s quest for economic stability

    Princess Fifi Ejindu is a renowned entrepreneur and architect who has made significant contributions to Nigeria’s business world. She is also an accomplished fashionista, and her entrepreneurial journey has shaped the business industry in Nigeria.

    Ejindu is well-lettered in issues of architecture, and her ability to conceptualise and bring life to her drawings, infusing the Arabian, Elizabethan, and medieval with a touch of modern building patterns into her drawings, has put her on a high pedestal with lots of architectural wonderment in her credit.

    Despite her success in Nigeria, Fifi is passionate about uniting African countries through trade and investment. In October last year, she was inducted as the president of the Angola-Nigeria Business Council, where she vowed to foster positive economic gains that would boost the GDP of both countries. Since the inception of the council, Fifi has breathed fresh life into it and given it wings to fly.

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    Recently, the council hosted an Angola-Nigeria Diplomatic-Business Investment interactive session in Lagos which was attended by eminent personalities, including former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Senate President Bukola Saraki. Fifi wowed the dignitaries with her intellect and critical analysis of trending issues in the global economy and trading.

    She was applauded for her effort and ingenuity aimed at harnessing Angola and Nigeria’s business initiatives. Her efforts have helped record an unimaginable feat since the council’s inception last year.

  • Fifi Ejindu assumes new role

    Fifi Ejindu assumes new role

    For cerebral architect Princess Fifi Ekanem Ejindu, all her life has always been made available for selfless service to humanity, her family, and her country.

    So at any given opportunity, the fashion buff is never ashamed to sell the enormous opportunity that lies in her country, Nigeria, to her connections of friends and investors worldwide.

    Being the first Black African woman to graduate in Architecture from the Pratt Institute in New York, Fifi has opened her horizons in building and nurturing with attention to detail and a love for high taste which is quite evident in her lifestyle.

    The billionaire businesswoman, on Wednesday, October 18, shone like a star walking gracefully with a charming gait fitted in her free-flowing designer gown as she received an award as the Iconic Female Entrepreneur of the Year at the Democracy Hero Award in Abuja. She was accompanied by her hubby and son to receive the honour.

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    On Thursday, October 19, at the First Interactive Diplomatic/Business Forum for Nigeria/Angola in Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, she was equally inducted as the President of the Angola-Nigeria Business Forum by the former President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki alongside other members who will ensure a smooth trade and investment relationship between Nigeria and Angola.

    Fifi is expected to bring her experience and negotiation skills to strengthen trade ties and potentials that will benefit Nigeria when the country needs foreign direct investment to strengthen its economy and create jobs.

  • Another laurel for Fifi Ejindu

    Another laurel for Fifi Ejindu

    Just like Aglaia, the Ancient Greek Goddess of beauty, splendour and adornment, Princess Fifi Ejindu is, indeed, an epitome of the aforementioned. Her grace and positive energy radiate like the ray of the sun. She is a woman of high taste; this is evident in the medieval, renaissance and modern architectural designs she has done over the years.

    She is never caught with her guard down as she is always fitted in expensive designer outfits anytime she steps out to attend an A-list function. Her style and fashion sense always stands out. She is the cynosure of all eyes at any event, and she causes stirs whenever she steps out with the paparazzi stiving to catch a glimpse of her outfit and fashion statement.

     The Cross-River State-born architect and businesswoman is in a league of her own. She has her hands in many pies in and outside the country. This has made her stay afloat with growing influence and affluence; living and thriving excellently well in a male-dominated world.

    The achiever has transformed to an enviable status with accomplishments which have earned her many laurels and awards in and out of the country.

    To date, she has remained a formidable force in Nigeria’s business sector as her entrepreneurial exploits qualify her as one of the most audacious women Nigeria can be proud of. She graduated top of her class and was the only black African woman to be awarded a Bachelor in Architecture from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York; United States of America.

    We gathered that the beautiful woman, again, was rewarded for her ingenuity with an award as an Iconic Female Entrepreneur of the Year.

    The award was organised by the founder of Democracy Heroes Award Africa 2023, after she was voted for in a keenly-contested open voting system with other industry heavyweights.

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    She gathered the highest votes and won in the category.

    It was further revealed that the award-giving ceremony would be held on Wednesday, October 18, at the Congress Hall of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, where she would be bestowed with the award by the organisers.

      The billionaire-investor has, over the years, silently doled out largess to the less-privileged and stretched her hand of generosity to those in need.

    For her love for Nigeria, the real estate mogul has facilitated and will also be hosting an Angolan Business and Investment delegation in Nigeria with other private business investors.

    This will seal transnational business and trade ties with Angola and also rejig the Nigerian-Angolan Trade relations.

    The Business forum will also allow the two countries to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on positive symbiotic relationship and also enhance free movement without restriction within the two countries.

  • Fifi Ejindu in quiet birthday celebration

    Fifi Ejindu in quiet birthday celebration

    Even as she advances in age, Fifi Ejindu remains one woman whose lovely dispositions shine with the radiance of a thousand stars. For her, growing old is growing young. She continues to look more beautiful year after year. Hers is a glowing complexion fuelled by inner peace and spirit of camaraderie.

    The empress of Nigeria’s celebrity scene has just turned 55. Going by antecedents, only the most extravagant birthday bash in an exotic venue would be considered good enough. This year was, however, a surprise as the goddess of high society opted for a low-key affair. It is a sharp contrast with the legendary 50th birthday soiree she had in Dubai five years ago.

    Perhaps deciding that one luxury bash is enough for a lifetime, her 55th birthday celebration was more of a thanksgiving as she and her friends stormed select orphanages and less-privileged homes around the country to dole out expensive gifts to gleeful beneficiaries who showered her with praises and prayers.

  • Fifi Ejindu adopts low profile

    Goddess of high society, Fifi Ejindu, has abdicated her throne, leaving her kingdom in a bleak and gloomy condition. The posh and polished lady boasts a solid pedigree. She is the daughter of the late Prof. S.I. Una, the first Minister of Health in the former Eastern Region before it was divided into different states.

    Fifi, who used to be among the top celebrity women ruling the social space, is no longer regular on the social radar. The reason for the latest moves from the CEO of Building Support Systems might not be unconnected with her alleged tiffs with some of her friends in her close quarters.

    Everyone is wondering when this personification of beauty will resurface.

  • Between Nkiru Anumudu and Fifi Ejindu

    When popular socialites and bosom friends Nkiru Anumudu and Fifi Ejindu fell out and turned their backs on each other, not a few people were shocked that the two classy ladies could go their separate ways. But their age-long rift may soon become a thing of the past. Those who should know told Celeb Watch that some of their close friends who have been trying to reconcile them for quite a while are finally making a head way.

    Determined to end the rift between the two influential socialites, their friends are helping them to mend fences and are positive that they will soon resolve their differences.

    Fifi and Nkiru share a lot in common. They both have impeccable fashion styles and wield immense influence among the Nigerian elite. Nkiru, it will be recalled, was Fifi’s maid of honour at the latter’s historical London Dorchester wedding in 2011.

  • Fifi Ejindu celebrates

    Fifi Ejindu celebrates

    With a graceful poise, an elegant physique, a radiant smile and an impressive fashion sense, Fifi Ejindu has bloomed into a goddess of high society. In a few days from now, she will turn 53 and, as expected, something huge is in the offing.

    And while the details of the impending birthday party have not been made public yet, the talk around town is that friends, family members, political associates and peers of the gold fish are leaving no stone unturned in celebrating her. Champagne would be popped and glasses clinked in honour of a woman who has done well on all fronts.

    Fifi Ejindu has a long standing relationship with fame and boasts a solid pedigree. She is the daughter of the late Prof. S. I. Una, the first Health Minister in the former Eastern Region before its balkanisation into different states. She is the Chief Executive Officer of Building Support Systems.

  • Fifi Ejindu lies low

    The most asked question among socialites in recent times is where is Fifi Ejindu? The paragon of beauty and pacesetter on social matters is currently lying low and has not surfaced on the social scene for a while.

    The grapevine suspects that the sophisticated lady’s decision to stay away from public glare may have to do with an alleged fracas she has with some of her prominent friends.

    Fifi, the daughter of the first Minister of Health in the former Eastern Region, is refined and does not hesitate to boast about her pedigree. The stunning beauty is the CEO of Building Support Systems.