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Osigwe Nwogu Family Expresses Gratitude to Imo State Government for Posthumous Honour Bestowed on Late Patriarch
Cyril Ogar
The Osigwe Nwogu Family of Nkwerre Ancient Kingdom has expressed its sincere appreciation to the Government and people of Imo State, under the leadership of Governor Hope Uzodimma, for conferring a posthumous honour on their late patriarch, Chief Emmanuel Osigwe Nwogu (Nnanyereugo Nkwerre), as part of the state’s Golden Jubilee Anniversary celebrations.
The posthumous Imo State Star Award recognises the late Chief Nwogu’s outstanding service to the state and the nation, acknowledging a life of dedication that left an indelible mark on history.
In an official statement issued on behalf of the family by his sons, Hon. Chidi Nwogu—former Member of the Federal House of Representatives and Board Member of AAAU, Abuja—and Engr. Chinaka Nwogu, former Group General Manager of NAPIMS, NNPC, the family expressed deep gratitude to the Imo State Government for the honour.
“The Osigwe Nwogu Family is deeply humbled by this unique honour. Despite the passage of time since our patriarch’s demise, His Excellency, Governor Sen. Hope Uzodimma, has deemed it fit to bestow this prestigious recognition on notable sons and daughters of Imo State,” the statement read.
The family noted that the award stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of their father’s remarkable contributions, spanning community service and national development.
The formal award ceremony took place at the Government House, Owerri, and was one of the highlights of Imo State’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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