This award acknowledges a pioneering woman who has broken barriers, championed causes in business, politics, social impact, or innovation and has demonstrated trailblazing achievements, and served as an inspiration or advocate for women’s advancement and empowerment in her field. The nominees are:

Dame Mrs. Pauline Tallen, OFR - Former Minister for Women Affairs LEADING
200 votes
Sen. Margery Chuba Okadigbo, Esq. Pioneer Chairman, NNPCL Board
133 votes
Her Excellency Mrs Virginia Ngozi Etiaba - former Acting Governor, Anambra State (2006-2007)
0 votes
Rt. Hon. Patricia Etteh Former Speaker House of the Representatives
0 votes