Olusola is only the second recipient of this esteemed honour in the 12-year history of the awards.
In a statement released on Thursday, the organisers of the award noted that the recognition celebrates Olusola’s outstanding leadership and transformative impact on the African hospitality industry.
“Earlier this year, Olusola was honoured with the Hospitality Leadership Award by the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum. Under Olusola’s visionary leadership, Transcorp Hotels Plc has become synonymous with innovation and excellence. Her dedication to raising hospitality standards in Nigeria and across Africa is evident in the numerous accolades the company continues to receive.”
The statement further read, “The Seven Stars Woman of the Year Award is one of the most coveted recognitions in the hospitality industry, awarded to leaders who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and a commitment to pushing boundaries. Olusola’s induction into the Seven Stars Pantheon of Hospitality acknowledges her remarkable achievements and the positive impact of her leadership in driving Transcorp Hotels’ impressive growth trajectory.”
Reflecting on the honours, the Transcorp CEO expressed that the award symbolises a shared success for the Transcorp Hotels team, noting that it also serves as an inspiration to continue redefining hospitality in Africa.
“I am deeply honoured and humbled to be recognised among the leading voices in global hospitality. This award represents the hard work, passion, and commitment of the entire Transcorp Hotels team to redefine what it means to deliver luxury in Africa. It is a shared success, and it inspires us to continue our mission to reshape hospitality across the continent,” she said.
Meanwhile, Khalil El-Mouelhy, Chairman, President & Founder of the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards, stated that the ceremony recognises “the innovation and dedication that defines our industry. We are proud to honour those who are setting new standards in luxury hospitality.”
Honorary Chairman Andrea Luri also remarked, “The Seven Stars Awards represent a global network of exceptional hospitality. It is inspiring to witness such a diverse array of talent being celebrated tonight, affirming the importance of collaboration and excellence across borders.”