An Icon in the person of Chief Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma (CEO, Innoson Group) was born today, 60 years ago. To mark his Diamond Jubilee year, a group of Friends threw him a surprise party in his home state, Nnewi, Anambra State, yesterday October 1st, 2020.
The birthday celebration which was billed to host a few friends turned into a galore. Families, Friends, business partners and the crème de la crème in Nnewi and Anambra State came to felicitate with Chief Chukwuma.
His bosom friend and former APGA National Chairman, Chief Victor Umeh and his beautiful wife, Dr. Prisca Umeh were present to celebrate with the man of the moment. Chief Victor Umeh who was also the Chairman of the occasion extolled Ifediaso for his magnanimity, courage, shrewdness and his doggedness to excel despite all the challenges.
Chief Chukwuma, who spoke exclusively to anaedoonline.ng stated that he was pleased and happy to be 60 today. In his words, “I feel very happy today, 60 years is a big feat and I hope that everyone gets to this age and beyond. I am grateful to everyone who came to celebrate with me today, may God bless you all” he said.
The event witnessed pre-recorded displays packaged by Freshminds communication which include a docu-drama presentation and birthday shouts to Chief Chukwuma from close ally, friends, his children and grand-children. The highlight of the presentation was the welcome address by Cornel Osigwe (the head of corporate communications at IVM group) titled “Why do we Celebrate”. Excerpt of the address reads;
We are here to celebrate a man who put Nigeria on the map as a vehicle
manufacturing country. The first indigenous man to manufacture a vehicle
in West Africa, a feat which seemed impossible; but made Nigeria regain its
pride as truly the giant of Africa. Diamonds are Illumination.
This is what a few people had to say about Chief Chukwuma, Stephanie Chukwuma (Daughter in law) said he is an awesome father in law, cool and approachable. I wish him Long life and prosperity.
Chinazom Chukwuma, “he is very funny and very supportive . He cheers me up when i am down, he is my biggest fan. I wish him a Happy Birthday and I pray he lives to see more of his grandchildren”.
Lady Ify Ofodeme, said he is an Icon, I appreciate his courage. He will grow to manufacture aircrafts just as he did with automobiles. I wish him more beautiful years.
The event witnessed guests from all walks of life, politics, business etc, the list is inexhaustible but here are a few people who graced the event, Chief Rommy Ezeonwuka, Chairman, Rojenny Village, (Ogirisi Igbo), Chief Donny Anaetochukwuka and Nora Anaetochukwuka, Louis Carter Onwugbenu, Dr. Joe Odili Ugboaja(Chief, Medical Advisory Committee NAUTH), Dame Princess Esom Nwafor-Orizu.
Hon. Chris Emeka Azubuogu (Member, Federal House of Representative for Nnewi North, Nnewi South, and Ekwusigo LGA), Chief Alexander Chika Okafor(OON), Pat Ubajiaka (Ike Nnewi), Rt. Hon. Ernest Obiora, Sir. Ben Nwosu, Victor ikejiofor, Mrs Ify Nwogu, Ebuka Obi,Prof Oduma Chidolue, Sir. Oseloka Ilozue, Chief Goddy Moghalu(G-Moore).
Prince Sunny Ukatu, Uchenna Umeanaeto, Chief Emeka Frank Emenike, Austin Manuel, Hon. Nonso Smart Okafor(Member Representing Nnewi North at The Anambra State House of Assembly), Rt. Hon Johnbosco Akaegbobi(Member Anambra State House of Assembly), Johnbosco Onunkwo, Chief Onyedika Ogbuawa.
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Sir Melie Onyejepu(SA to the Governor on Budget Planning, Implementation), Chief Sunday Ezeobiora(Solid Base), Barr Oseloka Osigwe, Chieloka Ubajiekwe(FUMDA Chairman), Sir Dennis Ofodeme(OTC) and Lady Ify Ofodeme, Amb. Paul Chukwuebuka Illeka(Solid Base), Nnewi Youth Forum Led by Amb. Paul Moneke and a host of others.
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There was a lot to eat and drink as many people partied till late into the night before retiring for their homes.
See photos below….
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