Aisha Achimugu is a Nigerian industrialist, philanthropist, and the Group Managing Director and CEO of Felak Concept Group, a consortium of companies with interests in engineering, oil and gas, and maritime industries.
Early life and education
Birth: January 22, 1974.
Parents: Capt. J.E.A and Mrs. Adole (Rtd.).
Education:
Federal Government Girls Science School, Kuje, Abuja.
B.Sc in Accountancy from the University of Jos in 1998.
Family: She was married to Sulaiman Akao Achimugu, who died in 2020. She has three children.
Business career
Felak Concept Group: As the head of Felak Concept Group, she oversees several companies in sectors like engineering, maritime, and oil and gas.
Pioneer project: She is the first female consultant and transaction advisor for the development of a Deep-Sea Port in South-South, Nigeria.
Bluewave Exploration and Production Limited: She also serves as the Chairman of this company.
Philanthropy
SAM Empowerment Foundation:Achimugu is the founder and president of this foundation, which focuses on empowering women and children through various programs.
Humanitarian awards: For her philanthropic work, she has received several recognitions, including the “Heart of Gold Award” from Champion Newspapers in 2023.
Recognition and honors
National Honors Award: Officer of the Order of the Federal Republic (OFR) in 2023.
Forbes Best of Africa Innovative Leadership Awards: Received in September 2022.
Other awards: Her website lists numerous other awards, including the USA Lifetime Presidential Achievement Award.
Controversies and legal issues
Lavish birthday party: Achimugu gained significant media attention in early 2024 for a week-long, extravagant 50th birthday celebration in Grenada. The lavish display of wealth drew criticism from some Nigerian media outlets, particularly concerning public perception amid the country’s high poverty rate.
EFCC investigation: In March 2025, Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) declared her a wanted person in connection with a fraud investigation.
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