Chidozie Nwankwo
| Chidozie Nwankwo | |
|---|---|
| File:Chidozienwankwo.jpg Chidozienwankwo Nigerian Businessman | |
| Born | 12 September 1965 Onitsha, Nigeria |
| 🎓 Alma mater | Green Hills University, Denmark |
| 💼 Occupation | Businessman and philanthropist |
| Known for | Founding and leading the Wichtech Group of Companies |
| 👴 👵 Parent(s) | Chief and Mrs. Joseph Nwankwo |
Wilson Chiedozi Nwankwo (born 12 September 1965), is a Nigeria businessman and philanthropist. He is known for being the founder/CEO Wichtech group of companies.[1]
Early life and education[edit]
Chidozie was born in Onitsha, Anambra, Nigeria, a city known for its commercial vibrance across west Africa.[2] He started his education at Central Primary School Odoakpu Onitsha, where he got his First School Living Certificate. He then proceeded to Comprehensive Secondary School and Government Technical College, Onitsha for his O-Level Education. Chidozie bagged a BSC degree in Building Services at the Green Hills University, Denmark.[3]
On May 15, 2013, Vanguard Nigeria[4] reported that Wilson Chidozie Nwankwo was awarded a Ph.D. in Leadership, Community Development, and International Relations by Green Hills University.
Business career[edit]
In 1985, Chidozie ventured into business, and shortly afterward, in 1986, he formed Chido Business Ventures. The venture majorly distributed glass sheets across Nigeria, with Oluwa Glass Industries Ltd being a major supplier. He was awarded the outstanding distributor for the company between 1991-1994 under the German administrator, Dr. Lordloy.[1]
Chidozie identified an opportunity in the textile business around 1995 which led him to start a shipping business in partnership with Maersk Line that imports textiles from Asian Countries like Indonesia, Hong Kong, China, and many more into Africa.[5] The textile business later came to a halt due to the Nigerian government ban on importation of textiles in 2005 under the Revised Import Prohibition Order.[6]
In 1995, Chidozie also founded Wichtech group of companies with subsidiaries like Wichtech Industries Ltd and Wichtech Homes Ltd. With over 120 offices in Nigeria and across Africa, they deal with the supply of stone coated roofing sheets, plumbing solutions, paints, and real estate.[3]
Politics[edit]
The Sun Newspaper[7] and Legit.ng[8] recently reported that Chidozie joined APC in preparation for contesting in the Anambra gubernatorial election, 2021.
Sometime in 2011, he pressured the National Assembly (Nigeria) in passing the draft bill on the National Building Code into law.[9]
Philanthropy[edit]
Independent Nigeria reported that Chidozie has empowered over 120 persons in Nigeria, both in skill acquisitions and monetary grants through his Kingdom Care Foundation (KCF). He has also financially assisted widows, orphans, and missionary activities.[10]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Paul, Austine (18 October 2018). "Behold, the biography of Dr. Chidozie Nwankwo MD/CEO Witchtech Industries". 9jaoption.com – Trending news. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
- ↑ Onyeakaegbu, Adaobi (21 August 2019). "Top 10 famous markets in Nigeria and what they are famous for". pulse.ng. Retrieved 25 May 2020.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Anaedo, Online (12 September 2019). "Profile Of Chidozie Wilson Nwankwo – Chairman Wichtech Group Of Companies". anaedoonline.com. Retrieved 25 May 2020.
- ↑ Anyagafu, Vera (15 May 2013). "Eminent Nigerians honored by Denmark University". vanguardngr.com. Retrieved 25 May 2020.
- ↑ "THORNS & TURNS: MY BUSINESS STORY – DR. CHIDOZIE NWANKWO". wealthygen.org. 18 October 2018. Retrieved 22 May 2020.
- ↑ "Revised Import Prohibition List (Trade) and other Fiscal Policy Measures". archive.is. 25 February 2004. Retrieved 24 May 2020.
- ↑ "Anambra 2021 guber: APGA, PDP, APC gear up for war". sunnewsonline.com. 17 May 2020. Retrieved 22 May 2020.
- ↑ "Anambra 2021: 15 aspirants emerge to replace Obiano". legit.ng. 14 December 2019. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
- ↑ "Only government can build mass housing – Realtor". vanguardngr.com. 22 March 2011. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
- ↑ "NGO Empowers 120 People With Skills, Cash In Anambra". independent.ng. 25 February 2020. Retrieved 25 May 2020.
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