Paul Varsity Honours Keystone Bank Boss with Doctorate Degree

By Praise Chinecherem

Chairman of the Board of Directors, Keystone Bank Limited, Lady (Dr.) Ada Chukwudozie, has been conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Management and Entrepreneurial Studies by Paul University, Awka, Anambra State.

The conferment ceremony, held at the University Auditorium was part of the institution’s Convocation and Awards Ceremony, recognizing individuals with exceptional leadership qualities and achievements.

The institution cited Chukwudozie’s outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship, industrial development, and humanitarian service, as well as her remarkable leadership at Keystone Bank and Dozzy Group of Companies as reasons for the honor.

“Her advocacy for youth empowerment, innovation, and education has continued to drive positive change across various sectors in Nigeria,” the institution added.

Responding to the honor, the bank boss thanked the University management, dedicating the award to her late mother, whose prayers, discipline and quiet faith she credited as her source of strength and inspiration.

She also appreciated her husband, Dr Dan Chukwudozie whom she described as her backbone, and members of her family for their immeasurable support and encouragement.

She announced the provision of hostel accommodation for the students of the university in honour of her late mother, charging the university to continue on its path in grooming the future generation in excellence and morals.

This recognition adds to her growing list of national and international honors, reaffirming her reputation as a transformational leader and an advocate of sustainable business practices.

Keystone Bank staff present at the ceremony celebrated Chukwudozie’s remarkable achievements, saying they remain proud of her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation and nation-building.