It’s always difficult to believe certain women’s ages, especially when you know them. On finding out that Chief (Mrs.) Elemanya Ebilah was turning 60 on November 12th, I was pleasantly surprised. She really looks younger than her age. On thinking about it, I realized that the secret to her youthful looks lay in her jovial approach to life and the satisfaction she feels in herself.
A native of Nguzu-Edda in Ebonyi State, Nigeria she is married to Chief Emeka Ebilah from Abia State and has 3 wonderful children Ugoma, Uchenna and Obi. Having healthy, hardworking and independent children is her proudest achievement to date. Aunty Elem as she is fondly called is a dedicated Public Servant, working in the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority as a Finance Director. In addition to celebrating 60 fulfilling years she will also be retiring after many years of service where she was generally recognized as hardworking, stable and a team player.
A throw back to the old school, who is very comfortable with the fashion changes around her, she is a huge Zebra fan (does she have a choice though, seeing as…). Her one style rule however is to always keep the look simple while also being elegant. Importantly, Auntie’s style rules also dictate that without good carriage, one cannot pull off any look well (take note ladies, many a contestant on NTM has been dismissed because of this, so you know it’s true!)
She devotes most of her spare time to supporting programmes that cater to the under-privileged and motherless in the society. Aunty Elem sees the Zebra woman as youthful, vibrant, fashionable, elegant but most importantly, happy. Mrs. Ugochi Madueke, Mrs. Felicia Obilo, Mrs. Sefi Momoh and Mrs. Joy Agbo are all Zebra women in her book. She would love to see Nigerian women be Industry leaders, and would love to live to see a female Prez in Nigeria (all hail equality, it might actually just happen!!)
AT A GLANCE:
- Hobbies: singing, driving and entertaining her family and friends
- Personal style: Simplicity, Elegance and Good carriage
- 5 Beauty/Fashion Essentials: Eat Healthy; Drink a lot of Water; Regular Manicures & Pedicures; Neat Hair; Bathing twice a day or at least washing your face every night before going to bed.
- Must-Have Accessory: Simple and Fashionable jewelry
- Favorite Travel Destination: UK
- Last Word: Always be true to yourself
Courtesy of Bianca Odiete
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