R.G. Moon must have had billionaire businesswoman, Princess Folashade Omotade, in mind when he penned this deathless quote: “She would rather walk alone in darkness than follow anyone else’s shadow.”
The top oil player and industrialist has not just contributed to the economy of the country, she is a woman who rubs shoulders with other highflying women across the shores of Africa. She has conquered her world, and her endearing personality and aura continue to catch the fancy of her admirers. Over the years, she has been able to make a lasting statement with her innovativeness in the industry.
Omotade started as a staff of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). But she wanted so much more out of life and vowed not to be under anyone’s shadow. For her, she would rather walk alone even if it would take her a long time to reach the desirable land.
She pursued her ambition with abiding trust in God, determination and tenacity of purpose with her finesse and sheer artistry in the business climate.
The woman, who is also the Mojibade of Egbaland, holds a special place in the hearts of many across the country because of her philanthropic gestures that have raised many out of financial misery and obscurity to relevance.
But despite her wealth and influence, the successful woman remains humble. She is always willing to tell whoever cares to listen that she achieved all she has through God’s grace and mercy. She is, therefore, willing to spend all on humanitarian aid.
Last Monday, the Yeye Ajagun Fiwajoye of Ibadanland, added another year to her age. Society Watch gathered that in her usual heart of kindness, she gathered her friends in a highbrow and classy restaurant in Victoria Island, Lagos, to mark the special day.
Some of her friends at the gathering include the CEO of Sujimoto Construction Limited, Sijibomi Ogundele; Laraba Ibrahim; CEO Signal Fabrics, Labake Adeola; Former General Manager Zenith Bank, Olubukola Latunji; Mr Jide Agbabiaka; Tai Elemosho (Montai); Yeye Mojisola Olusoga and Mrs Modupe Jemibewon among several others.
