Pen Master's 9 Ibusa 'Girls' Who Do Amazing Things

The Ibusa community is a vibrant hub of human capital, boasting an impressive array of successful individuals who have made their mark in various fields. Renowned figures like Pat Utomi, Fred Ajudua, Walter Akpani, Zik Zulu Okafor, Frank Atuche, Sebastian Adigwe, and Kingsley Obiekwu are just a few examples of the community's accomplished members.

While the achievements of Ibusa's men are well-documented, the community's women, particularly its young and talented females, have remained largely under the radar. To shine a spotlight on these unsung heroes, we present a showcase of 9 amazing women from Ibusa who are making waves in their respective fields.

1. Beverly Naya: Beverly Naya is an amazing 'girl' from Ibusa. The Nollywood actress who has featured in several movies is about the most popular Ibusa female face in Nollywood.

2. Bose Omolayo: Not many know that Bose Ogomegbunem Omolayo hails from Ibusa but the paralympic icon is from the community. Bose Omolayo is a world record holder in Paralympic Games who recently won a silver medal from the global competition and was decorated in Abuja by the wife of the President, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu. Although there were voices for the Ibusa community to honour her, nothing was heard from the community up to this moment. Bose Omolayo is an Ibusa 'girl' doing wonders.

3. Korea Obidi: Not many also know that the 33-year old songwriter, dancer and performer hails from the Ibusa community but indeed, Anita Chukwufumnanya 'Korra' Obidi, one of the world's best dancers is from the famous Obidi family of the community. Obidi is one of the Ibusa 'girls' in stardom today.

4. Ekene Nancy Umeh: Ekene Nancy Umeh is a sister to Korra Obidi. The healthy and adventurous cook who prevents illness with food is also one of the Ibusa bloggers with the highest number of followers on her Facebook page. Indeed, like Korra Obidi, Nancy Umeh, the Ibusa 'girl' makes things happen.

5. Nicki Moore: Born to Ibusa parents, Nicki Moore is breaking the movie grounds and making waves in the United Kingdom. She is about the best known Ibusa movie producer, churning out internationally-acclaimed movies that are watched by many in the United Kingdom, Nigeria and other parts of the world. Interestingly, the Ibusa 'girl' is near home and loves her Ibusa community. She takes interest in the affairs of her community.

6. Genevieve Nkem Nwajei who is better known by her pen-name, "Genevieve-Irene Nwajei is a creative writer with the recent work, "Soulful Thoughts." The University of Benin graduate of Banking and Finance, is noted for her ability to listen carefully then transform her clients' thoughts into that feeling as their own. Indeed, the Ibusa 'girl' is a committed writer.

7. Patricia Oyana: Patricia Oyana better known as "Patoski" is a Nigerian politician and media aide to Oshimili North Council Chairman. Patoski is not only consistent but has proven herself to be one of the best performing female political media 'girls' with amazing deeds. Many will obviously want to work with her.

8. Kobindi Ofili: Hard working Kobindi Ofili is a recent introduction to fruits and a healthy lifestyle, and the amazing Ibusa 'girl' is the best known in this endeavour. Ibusa-born Ofili is wonderful in oration, making herbal and fruitful delivery of the benefits of sweetish vegetables, petioles and rhubarbs to human health. For her, it is serious business.

9. Oluchi Tobechukwu: Oluchi Tobechukwu better known as "Oluchi Tobex Tobe-Chukwu" in the Nigerian sports sector, is a sportswriter. She seems the biggest Ibusa name actively involved in sports today. Incidentally, only four days ago, she bid farewell as Super Falcons Chief Media Officer, a position she held for four years. It was also a position that saw Nigeria's women national football team dominate the sports in Africa. Her last words were touching, "Thank you, Nigerians, the President and Board Members of the NFF, and everyone who supported, counseled, and criticized positively. I appreciate you all.” Although the Ibusa society rarely honours women, together with Bose Omolayo, Oluchi is one of the women deserving of the honour of the Ibusa Community Development Union Worldwide, Ibusa Women Professionals, Otu Ehulu Fulu, and the community's other recognized bodies. A society should honour people who excel in their endeavour or invite the people honour.

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