Sunday Spotlight: Chief Innocent Chukwuma – The Man Who Put Nnewi on the Global Map

Celebrating the visionary founder of Innoson Motors and a pride of the Igbo nation.

Today, we shine the spotlight on Chief (Dr.) Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma (CON) — a trailblazer, industrialist, and son of the soil who has transformed the Nigerian automobile industry.

Born and raised in Uru-Umdim, Nnewi, Chief Chukwuma started as a spare parts trader before building Nigeria’s first indigenous vehicle manufacturing company — Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM).

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Through Innoson, he has created jobs, empowered local engineers, and shown the world that innovation and excellence can spring from the East.

On this blessed Palm Sunday, we draw inspiration from his resilience, vision, and love for Nnewi.

Quote Highlight:
“I want Nigeria to move from consumption to production. That is my dream.” — Chief Innocent Chukwuma

Did You Know?
Chief Chukwuma began IVM in 2007 and today, Innoson cars are used across West Africa.

Stay with us every Sunday as we celebrate the legends shaping our land, preserving our culture, and inspiring our future.