Onas Holdings CEO bags “Hero of Our Time” Award for driving enterprise growth

Chinedum Ukaegbu

The Mirror Newspaper has conferred its prestigious Excellence Award for Heroes of Our Time on Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Onas Holdings Ltd, Dr. Austin Onomaro, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to business leadership, entrepreneurship, and economic development in Nigeria.

The award, according to the Editorial Board of the newspaper, is reserved for individuals whose visionary leadership, innovation, and commitment to enterprise have significantly impacted economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development across the country.

Dr. Onomaro, a respected business leader, has distinguished himself through strategic leadership that has driven the expansion of Onas Holdings Ltd and created opportunities across multiple sectors.

His commitment to excellence, corporate responsibility, and innovation has not only strengthened his organization but also contributed meaningfully to the broader Nigerian economy.

Through his entrepreneurial drive, Dr. Onomaro has played a vital role in fostering business growth, empowering employees, and supporting community development initiatives.

His leadership style, which emphasizes integrity, resilience, and forward-thinking strategies, has earned him recognition as one of the leading figures in Nigeria’s private sector.

Speaking on the award, representatives of The Mirror Newspaper noted that Dr. Onomaro’s achievements reflect the ideals of excellence, leadership, innovation, and service, which the award seeks to promote.

They described him as a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs and a key contributor to national development.

The award will be formally presented at the Mirror Newspaper National Conference and Award Ceremony, scheduled to hold on April 23rd, 2026, at the LCCI Conference & Exhibition Centre, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.

The event is expected to attract distinguished personalities from various sectors, including business, government, media, and civil society.

Dr. Onomaro’s recognition underscores the growing importance of the private sector in driving Nigeria’s economic transformation and highlights the impact of visionary leadership in creating sustainable growth and development.

As preparations for the ceremony continue, stakeholders have expressed optimism that the event will not only celebrate excellence but also inspire a new generation of leaders committed to national progress.