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Prince Vincent Okumagba A “Silent Achiever”

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5 years ago

June 16, 2020

Joel Ajayi

Though he may not be a lousy man like others, he is a great achiever, he is a giver, a soft-spoken man, with a large heart, always looking for the growth and development of mankind. Who Am I talking about? It’s no other person than one and only President and National Chairman of Super Eagles Supporters Club, (SESC) Prince Vincent Okumagba.

Without mincing the word, the Delta State-born man Prince Okumagba has put smiles on the faces of many Nigerians, interestingly, you can handily hear him of boasting or bragging, no wonder he is waxing stronger “like a tree planted by the Rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; His leaves also shall not wither, and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.” According to the book of Psalm of David.

SESC established in 2015 by football enthusiasts Okumagba as a pilot project to streamline national support for the senior national team (The Super Eagles) in particular and other national football teams, into one major cohesive support group to aid the quest to ensure qualification for major international events, especially the FIFA WORLD CUP In Russia 2018 and beyond, a feat the Super Eagles managed to attain with a game to spare.

The SESC was given an additional boost with the endorsement of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), with the Federal Ministry of Youth and sports graciously endorsing and providing us an office at National sports complex Abuja.

However, since inception it’s SESC has been a dominant presence at all Super Eagles world Cup qualifiers, all Super Eagles CHAN qualifiers, all age-grade national team events as well as NFF events and other activities such as THE YEARLY SUPER EAGLES SUPPORTERS CLUB AWARDS.

The club is not only supporting football, but SESC was also seen cheering Basketball, Handball and other sports to crown its superiority over other.

In 2019 AFCON in the land of Pharaoh, Egypt where Super Eagles won Bronze, Prince Vincent Okumagba led over 200 supporters to Egypt to offer Eagles the biggest support they can ever get from their country.

No wonder, in 2018 Okumagba added another feather to his cap as he bagged a special recognition award from the University of Benin, Edo State.

Even, when there was a little crisis in the supporters club, he did not call for the end of the world, he makes used of an adage that says “sky is big enough for a bird to fly without touching each other’s, what a kind-hearted man? He is a man of peace.

Following the 2 weeks extension of the lockdown ordered by the Federal government and various State Governments in Nigeria and the attendant hardship being faced by many Nigerians, the Executive of the Super Eagles Supporters Club, SESC, distributed financial support to over 100 of their indigent members.

Members received various sums of money ranging from N5, 000 to N10, 000 it’s not like a promise and failed people, their account was credited directly without a third party.

While lending his voice to the other pandemic going on in the country, known as rape and violence against women, as we speak Nigeria in the last five month recorded over 700 rape cases a report that was confirmed by IGP himself.

Okumagba, who frowned at the rising of the cases on Monday 15th June 15, 2020, joined the growing list of reputable Nigerians kicking against the increasing wave of rape incidents in Nigeria.

Okumagba who is in Canada on a special tour to mobilize Nigerians in the diaspora to remain committed to the Super Eagles brand said RAPE IS EVIL AND MUST BE CONDEMNED.

According to him, I am a man who believes in equal opportunity for all Nigerians. I am totally against gender inequality and I will do my little to fight this cancer that is threatening our existence.

“The Super Eagles Supporters club consists of men and women of proven integrity and it is our duty to always encourage and motivate our members to act responsibly at all times. As men, we must always respect our women. We must show them, love, at all times. We must not hurt their emotions to destroy the bond. Rape is not an option. If you are in the mood, get a wife, if you cannot find a wife, zip-up until you find one” he concluded.

To further express his commitment towards encouraging Nigeria women, Prince Vincent Okumagba donated the sum of 50,000 nairas to all female journalists on NSM as a token of his love and appreciation to them for remaining dedicated to their job in the face of all the frustrations posed by the many societal ills.

Prince Okumagba will host the Senior Advocate of Journalists SAJ, Adewale Ajayi, to a special dinner night in Ontario towards the end of July.

The meeting will further strengthen the relationship between SESC and NSM and confirm SAJ as the chairman, Super Eagles Supporters Club, supervising six provinces in Canada.

This move has become even more necessary in the build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be jointly hosted by USA/CANADA AND MEXICO.

However, within the period, Okumagba proved to be a modest leader, a workaholic and silent achiever, benevolent, generous, Caring, Compassionate, From his modest achievements which have earned him the confidence of sports loving Nigerians.

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Daughters of Dr. Charles Ononiwu, Chiamanda and Chiamaka, Launch Debut Books to Uplift Hearts Facing Life’s Struggles

Published

3 weeks ago

October 10, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

At just 18 and 20 years old, Chiamanda and Chiamaka Ononiwu — daughters of renowned Nigerian surgeon Dr. Charles Ononiwu — have achieved a remarkable milestone with the release of their debut inspirational books, Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls.

Their literary journey began six years ago, during the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic. While the world was engulfed in fear and uncertainty, the then 13- and 15-year-old sisters turned inward, using writing as an outlet to process their emotions, express their faith, and reach out to others with messages of hope and resilience.

What began as a quiet act of creativity blossomed into two powerful books that now serve as beacons of light for readers navigating life’s storms.

Eighteen-year-old Chiamanda Ononiwu is the author of Do Not Be Afraid. A passionate Electrical Engineering student , she is also a proud alumna of Intellichild TLC and Valedictorian of Great Blessings School, Class of 2022.

In her book, she addresses the emotional challenges many young people face and draws from her personal faith to offer guidance and encouragement.

Her elder sister, Chiamaka Ononiwu, 20, is a final-year medical student at Babcock University in Nigeria. She penned Waterfalls, a heartfelt and deeply spiritual work she describes as divinely inspired. Chiamaka views her writing as a calling — a mission to uplift souls and bring hope to those struggling with life’s challenges.

“Personally, I would say it all started with the idea of inclusion, inspired by real human experiences,” Chiamaka shared. “We’ve had conversations with people who’ve gone through difficult situations — including issues and those stories helped shape what I write today.”

She added, “It’s all about encouraging people to face life with faith. We began this journey during a dark time in the world, and I felt called to create something that could offer comfort and hope — not just locally, but globally.”

The official book launch and signing ceremony took place on Wednesday in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, and was attended by family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers. It was a celebration of creativity, faith, and youthful brilliance, as the sisters presented their work to an inspired audience.

Speaking at the event, Chiamaka emphasized the core message of her book: “Waterfalls reminds readers that God is always watching over His people. He doesn’t bring fear — He brings peace, hope, and love. I want readers to find comfort and assurance in that truth.”

For Chiamanda, her book is a message to young people who may feel overwhelmed by life’s pressures: “Do Not Be Afraid is especially for youth navigating difficult times. No matter how hard life gets, you can always find strength and direction in God’s word.”

Writing came naturally to both sisters. Chiamaka recalled, “Even as a child, I loved writing short stories for my siblings. When the opportunity came to publish, I knew it was time to share my message with a wider audience.”

Despite their demanding academic paths, both young women balanced their studies with writing through perseverance and faith.

Chiamanda and Chiamaka are united by a shared dream — to inspire people across the world with their writing.

Chiamaka expressed Further; “Our biggest hope is that these books will reach people who need to know that God is real, that He’s always with them, and that through Him, anything is possible,” Chiamaka said.

With Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls, the Ononiwu sisters have not only created literary works — they’ve created lifelines. Their voices, grounded in faith and driven by purpose, remind readers everywhere that even in the darkest moments, God’s light never fades.

Their father, Dr. Charles Ononiwu — a distinguished surgeon and deeply devoted parent — also spoke at the event, sharing the journey from his perspective.

“For me, my number one priority has always been to care for children — not just medically, but also by encouraging them academically and in the basics of life,” he said.

He recounted a moving moment with Chiamanda, who approached him with the idea of sharing her story publicly to inspire others.

“She came to me and said she wanted to talk to her peers, to share how she had been comforted, and to help them see that everything would be okay,” he recalled. “As a father, my role was to guide her. I support both of them, help activate their strengths, and provide direction.”

Dr. Ononiwu made the decision to fund the publication of their books himself, believing in the power of their message.

“I told them, ‘You have something the world needs. You can make an impact in the lives of others,’” he said. “I believe every child has a gift. It is our responsibility as parents not to dismiss them, but to help them discover and nurture their talents.”

He encouraged all parents to support their children’s creative pursuits, noting, “Every person has something special inside them — no one is without talent. It’s just a matter of looking inward, discovering that gift, and sharing it with the world.”

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