Celebrating Excellence:
South East Merit Awards 2025

Honouring the brilliance, resilience, and innovation of the South East.

December 10th, 2025

International Conference Centre, Okpara Square, Enugu

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A Landmark Celebration of South East Excellence

In recognition of these outstanding contributions, the South East Merit Awards 2025 is set to become a landmark event, celebrating individuals and institutions that have distinguished themselves through innovation, leadership, and service.

Recognizing Trailblazers Across Sectors

        
        Business & Entrepreneurship
      
        Technology & Innovation
      
        Governance & Leadership
      
        Entertainment & Arts
      
        Education & Academia
      
        Community Service

Icons of Excellence

Here are some outstanding individuals whose achievements have had significant impact and who exemplify the values of the South East:

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Director General

World Trade Organization

Innoson Chukwuma

Founder

Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing

Tony Elumelu

Chairman

Heirs Holdings and UBA

Genevieve Nnaji

Multi-award-winning actress

Oby Ezekwesili

Public policy expert

Former World Bank Vice Preside

Peter Obi

Former Governor

Anambra State

Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike (Phyno)

Musician/Artiste

Heirs Holdings and UBA

Cynthia Marshall

CEO

Dallas Mavericks

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

World-renowned author

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu

Lawyer, media personality