Mbaise Secondary School Old Boys Association, Abuja Branch Honours Rt. Hon. Emeka Chinedu
The serene ambience of the BMT African Garden and Resort, Wuse II, Abuja, came alive on Saturday, October 18, 2025, as the Mbaise Secondary School Old Boys Association, Abuja Branch, held its 2025 Banquet and Awards Night in grand style.
The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Outstanding Service Award to Rt. Hon. Emeka Martins Chinedu, Member representing Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte Federal Constituency, in recognition of his remarkable commitment to public service.
This honour reflects his visionary leadership and people-centered representation, which continue to set a high standard for responsible governance in Nigeria’s legislature.
In the citation preceding the presentation, Rt. Hon. Chinedu was described as a model legislator who transforms public trust into tangible results.
His commitment to educational advancement, human capital development, and rural transformation was emphasized, particularly his self-funded renovation and upgrade of the Principal’s House at Mbaise Secondary School, Aboh Mbaise, a project that has markedly improved the school’s administrative efficiency and learning environment.
In his response, Rt. Hon. Chinedu expressed heartfelt appreciation to the association for the recognition, describing it as both humbling and inspiring.
He remarked, “The reward for hard work is more work. As we say at home, when a man is appreciated, he is inspired to do even better.”
He dedicated the award to Commander Julius Nwagwu (DCG Rtd), fondly known as Dee Julius, recognizing him as the man who first brought the project to his attention, not asking for personal favours or benefits but simply insisting that the school’s property be properly taken care of out of genuine love for the institution and for Mbaise as a whole.
Rt. Hon. Chinedu was accompanied to the event by Chief Charles Ohajianya, Dr. Kechere Isaac, Efereishi Ferdinand Ohalee, and others who joined him in celebrating the well-deserved honour.
The Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Prof. Joseph Ahaneku, FAS, commended Rt. Hon. Chinedu for his immense contributions to the Mbaise nation and for exemplifying the enduring values of excellence, integrity, and commitment that define the school’s heritage.
The event, chaired by AIG Charles Ugomuoh (Rtd), brought together distinguished alumni, friends, and guests in a celebration that rekindled fond memories while reaffirming the spirit of service, leadership, and brotherhood that Mbaise Secondary School continues to inspire.
