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Display Christ’s virtues beyond Christmas, Akobundu urges Christians
As Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the King of Kings, born in a manger at Christmas, they should emulate His humility, love for one another and other virtues Christ represent and reflect on making the world a better place which was his ultimate goal, says Princess Gloria Akobundu fsi, National Coordinator/Chief Executive Officer, AUDA-NEPAD/APRM Nigeria.
In her Christmas message, through a Statememt signed by the Media Assistant to NC/CEO, AUDA-NEPAD/APRM NigeriaAbolade Ogundimu, Princess Akobundu made the call in a Christmas message on Sunday, 25th December,2022.
According to the Agency’s Boss, if people can emulate the great virtues of Christ from his conception, birth and life style on earth, the joy that he brings will reach out to the whole world and it will be a better place for all.
She urged the people, especially Christians, to remember that Jesus Christ was born in a manger and became the King of Kings, saying that social or economic background should not serve as hindrance to one’s ambition for personal and societal development.
“While Jesus was living on earth, He showed indiscriminate love to people around Him, He humbled Himself, showed forgiveness and other great virtues that endeared Him to Christians and non-Christians alike”.
She said those virtues should not be rhetorics but become everyone’s culture for better living.
The Agency’s Boss who is also an advocate of Violence-free and credible elections equally urged State and non-State actors in the electoral process to be committed to free,fair and credible elections in year 2023 and beyond, urging them to eschew violence.
Akobundu also lauded President Muhammadu Buhari’s commitment to good governance and rapid development of the nation. she called for more collaboration and cooperation of strategic and other stakeholders in the programmes and activities of the Agency.
It will be recalled that the Agency’s flagship programmes include AUDA-NEPAD Initiative to strengthen Smallholder Farmers Capabilities towards Productive Land Restoration amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Implementation of National Plan of Action (NPoA) for Nigeria’s Second Country Review Report, among others.
The Agency has the mandate to implement and promote regional and global developmental programme that are in tune with the policies of the Federal Government of Nigeria.
The CEO of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria wished the nation a Merry Christmas and prosperity in the coming year 2023.
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Rebecca Omokamo Godwin-Isaac Wins The Sun Real Estate Icon Award 2026
The Homadil Realty Limited chief executive is recognised for her contribution to Nigerian real estate, business leadership and community development.
Ambassador Dr. Rebecca Omokamo Godwin-Isaac, Chief Executive Officer of Homadil Realty Limited, has been named a winner of The Sun Real Estate Icon Award 2026. The honour recognises her entrepreneurial journey and contributions to Nigeria’s property industry, placing her among personalities selected for distinction at the newspaper’s annual awards.
The recognition was formally communicated in Abuja when a delegation from The Sun Publishing Limited, led by its Managing Director and Editor in Chief, Mr. Onuoha Ukeh, presented her award letter. The development featured prominently in the Daily Sun of 2 November 2026. The presentation ceremony is scheduled for Friday, 13 November, at 7 pm, at the Expo Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The Sun Awards celebrate achievements across business, public service, entertainment, sport and other fields. In selecting Godwin-Isaac, the newspaper’s Board of Editors highlighted her entrepreneurial experience, strategic leadership and work in property development. Ukeh noted her involvement in business development, market research, contract negotiation and the management of real estate ventures.
Building Value Through Real Estate
At Homadil Realty Limited, Godwin-Isaac leads a business involved in property development, brokerage, construction coordination and project management. These activities connect investment planning with the practical requirements of residential development, including professional collaboration and responsiveness to prospective homeowners.
The sector also supports employment beyond property companies themselves. Architects, engineers, artisans, contractors, sales professionals and service providers participate in the work of planning, building and managing developments. Through its activities, Homadil operates within this wider economic network, where enterprise can generate opportunities and support livelihoods.
Godwin-Isaac has also contributed to public discussions about property investment. In February 2025, the News Agency of Nigeria reported her views on land banking and emerging investment locations, reflecting her interest in the relationship between urban expansion, property ownership and wealth creation.
Her leadership extends to Summit Estate Global Limited, whose residential project in Apo-Dutse, Abuja, held its groundbreaking ceremony on 14 February 2026. The development is planned to accommodate approximately 180 homes alongside supporting facilities, illustrating the company’s ambitions within the Federal Capital Territory.
At the ceremony, Vice President Kashim Shettima was represented by his Senior Special Assistant on Legal and Compliance, Bashir Maidugu, who emphasised proper documentation, construction quality and professional standards. Such considerations remain central to transforming a planned development into a residential community.
Education and Wider Impact
According to The Sun’s published profile, Godwin-Isaac holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maiduguri, a master’s degree from the National Open University of Nigeria and an MBA from the University of South Wales. The newspaper also reports her completion of Harvard Business School’s General Management Programme and a doctorate in Real Estate Economics and Finance from American Management University.
Beyond her commercial responsibilities, she has been associated with philanthropic and educational initiatives supporting women, girls and underserved communities. Her interests include mentoring, access to learning and economic empowerment, reflecting a belief that opportunities for personal advancement should extend beyond the boardroom.
Her engagement with initiatives aimed at younger women is particularly relevant in an economy where access to education, mentorship and financial independence can influence the course of a person’s life. The Sun’s editorial account identifies this social commitment as part of the wider contributions behind her recognition.
Her career illustrates the persistence and adaptability involved in developing a business over time. The award offers recognition of that journey while placing renewed attention on the responsibilities that accompany enterprise and leadership.
Reacting to her selection, Godwin-Isaac expressed gratitude to The Sun Publishing Limited and its Board of Editors. She described the recognition as heartwarming and indicated that it would encourage further effort.
For the Homadil Realty chief executive, the 2026 honour is both a milestone and a call to continued accomplishment. Its lasting significance will lie in the quality of the work that follows, the developments brought to fruition and the opportunities created for people and communities.
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