Vintage CEO Emerges Champions’ Newspapers Outstanding Business Icon of the Year

The Chief Executive Officer of Vintage Properties Engr Francis Nwaogwugwu Mune has emerged Champions’ Newspapers Outstanding Business Icon of the Year.

Mune, who is also the founder of a leading Interior company in Africa Vintage Deluxe Interiors was confirmed winner of Champion Newspapers Outstanding Business Icon of the Year Award after findings, largely corroborated by the company’s independent assessors, confirmed that Francis Nwaogwugwu stands as a beacon of resilience, innovation, philanthropy, and perhaps, one of the most outstanding rising stars in Nigeria’s business hemisphere.

The Group Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of Champion Newspapers Limited, Dr Nwadiuto Iheakanwa in a letter tittled “Confernment of Champion Newspapers 2025 Most Outstanding Business Icon of the Year Award on Francis Nwaogwugwu” said: “It is my delight and honour to convey to you Sir, your glorious confirmation as winner Champion Newspapers 2025 Most Outstanding Business Icon of the Year Award.

The award, according to her, is a product of the painstaking selection of Champion Newspapers Board of Editors. “It is our modest way of recognizing leaders in both public and private sectors of the economy who have paid a greater sacrifice in ensuring that the objectives and ideals of our nationhood are sustained as well as promoting good corporate governance.

The Group Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of Champion Newspapers Limited disclosed that
as the founding Chief Executive Officer of Vintage Deluxe Interiors & Decoration Limited, you have indeed carved a niche for yourself in the luxury interior design industry, earning accolades for your vision and dedication.

“You are acknowledged to
be the one person who is redefining modern living spaces with a touch of elegance and sophistication. Vintage Deluxe has expanded its portfolio to include real estate development, serving high-profile clients and elevating standards in the industry.

“This has earned you plaudits from informed experts and global
rating agencies thus boosting both productivity and employment generation.

As watchdog of society,
the Group Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of Champion Newspapers Limited noted that “it is our duty not only to track and document your performance but also to
acknowledge your commitment to serve and your doggedness to transform the Nigerian society.

“We are, therefore, working towards a grand ceremony for the presentation of this award on you as Champion Newspapers Outstanding Business Icon of the Year. On behalf of Champion Newspapers Limited, I congratulate you on this profound achievement.