Ernest Azudialu Obiejesi Biography: Net Worth, Education, Wife, Children, Family, Religion, Tribe

Ernest Nnaemeka Azudialu Obiejesi is a prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist. He serves as the Chairman and CEO of Nestoil, and is the founder of the Obijackson Foundation.

Additionally, he holds positions as a Non-Executive Director and stakeholder in Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, as well as Chairman of Neconde Energy Limited and Smile Communications Nigeria Limited. He is also the Group Managing Director/CEO of the Obijackson Group.

Profile

• Full Name: Ernest Nnaemeka Azudialu Obiejesi
• Stage Name: Ernest Azudialu Obiejesi
• Born: April 17, 1960
• Age: 64 years old
• Birthplace: Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Occupation: Nigerian businessman and philanthropist
• Height: Unknown
• Parent: Chief Azudialu-Obiejesi
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Nnenna Obiejesi
• Children: Chinazo Isabelle Azudialu-Obiejesi and Ogechukwu Obiejesi
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Ernest Nnaemeka Azudialu Obiejesi, widely known as Obijackson, was born on April 17, 1960, in Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria. He is the son of Chief Azudialu-Obiejesi, a successful businessman and owner of DA Ifeanyi & Brothers Trading Company.

While details about his siblings remain unknown, his early education included attending New Bethel Primary School and Dennis Memorial Grammar School in Onitsha, followed by Government College in Owerri, Imo State, where he earned his Higher School Certificate.

Obiejesi went on to pursue higher education, earning a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of Benin. He later obtained a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the same institution.

In recognition of his business achievements, he was awarded an honorary Doctorate in Business Administration by the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He is of Igbo by heritage and a Christian by faith.

Career

Ernest Nnaemeka Azudialu-Obiejesi began his career in 1978, joining his father’s family trading business, DA Ifeanyi & Brothers Trading Company.

After gaining valuable experience, he founded Obijackson West Africa Limited in 1983, a company focused on procuring goods from international suppliers, including household items, engineering tools, cosmetics, and beauty products.

With offices in Lagos, Onitsha, Aba, Maiduguri, and Cotonou, the company grew rapidly and cemented his reputation as a successful entrepreneur.

In 1991, Azudialu-Obiejesi expanded his business interests by founding Nestoil, an Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning (EPCC) company serving the oil and gas sector.

Nestoil has since become one of the leading indigenous EPCC companies in West Africa, providing services such as pipeline construction, maintenance, dredging, and shoreline protection.

Notably, the company undertook significant work on the 60-mile Nembe Trunk Line project for Royal Dutch Shell in the Niger Delta. Under his leadership, Nestoil has grown from a small firm to a major conglomerate employing over 3,000 people and expanding into diverse sectors, including aviation and telecommunications.

In addition to his work with Nestoil, Azudialu-Obiejesi holds key positions in various companies, including Neconde Energy Limited and Smile Communications Nigeria Limited, and is a Non-Executive Director and stakeholder in Julius Berger Nigeria PLC.

His business portfolio extends across oil and gas exploration, power generation, dredging, civil construction, and telecommunications. Beyond his entrepreneurial success, Azudialu-Obiejesi is deeply committed to philanthropy through the Obijackson Foundation, which focuses on education, healthcare, infrastructure development, and cultural enrichment, particularly in Igbo culture.

His remarkable contributions have earned him accolades, including an honorary Doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in 2009.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @drernestao
• Facebook handle: Dr.Ernest Azudialu Obiejesi

Personal Life

Ernest Azudialu Obiejesi is married to Nnenna Obiejesi, a Barrister and the Group Executive Director of the Obijackson Group.

She is also a member of the Board of Trustees of the Obijackson Foundation. The couple has children, including daughters Chinazo Isabelle Azudialu-Obiejesi and Ogechukwu Obiejesi.

Net Worth

Ernest Azudialu Obiejesi‘s exact net worth and financial status are not publicly disclosed. However, as a successful Nigerian business magnate and philanthropist, he has likely accumulated significant wealth through his various ventures, including his role as Founder and Chairman of the Obijackson Foundation, established in 2010.

His business leadership, particularly in industries such as oil and gas, construction, and telecommunications, has contributed to his financial success.