The drums are being rolled out this weekend - in grand way as the very first known, and still leading drinks service company in Nigeria, Bonix is celebrating thirty years of pioneering excellence in the business. Parties, social and corporate functions have not remained the same in Nigeria since Bonix introduced its special business of serving drinks to guests three decades ago. With unique innovations into the business - like the introduction of LED Bar and Lounge, Exotic, uniformed waiters, and other innovative concepts, and so on, It has been the choice brand of the who-is-who in Nigeria since then. So, tomorrow, Sunday August 28, at the Whitestone Events Centre, (Oregun, Ikeja in Lagos) dignitaries from all walks of life will be gathering at a grand anniversary ball tagged #BONIXEPERIENCE3.0. The colour code for the party is 'Black with a touch of Orange'. Mrs Bola Okolie - the beautiful, hardworking, resilient, trailblazing woman behind the brand is the chief host.
Bonix, as everyone calls Bola Okolie is not only loved by many, she has been a toast of many who-is-who in Nigeria for years. Though, the journey was not all rosy from the onset, but doggedness, and a very warm personality have since seen this Kogi-state born lady struck gold in business. Since its berthing, Bonix had handled thousands of the biggest social functions across the country, and remains till date, the first choice. Bola is married to Bernard Okolie; a former banker who later became the backbone of the Bonix business.
Bonix Drinks is one of the big employers of labour in Nigeria's informal sector, offering jobs to hundreds of young Nigerians. Despite the large number of staff, Bola remains the 'Chief Waiter' at Bonix Drinks. Her face is inseparable from the brand.
