Ugwumba Centre Receives U.S. Award for Leadership

The Ugwumba Centre for Leadership in Africa, established by Uche Nwosu, former chief of staff to the former governor of Imo State, has been honored with an award by Mayor Ted Green of East Orange, New Jersey. Uche Nwosu expressed that this recognition signifies a new level of relationship between Nigeria and the United States.

The meeting also initiated a strategic partnership between the City of East Orange and the Ugwumba Centre, focusing on advancing leadership, human capacity development, and sustainable progress for citizens of both nations. Uche Nwosu stated, “I am deeply humbled to have received the City of East Orange’s Award for Outstanding Leadership and Human Capacity Development” and was decorated with the official City Pin by Mayor Ted Green.

He acknowledged the warm hospitality extended to his team, which included Engr Kings Umege, Hon Chief Sir Engr Ewhoma Tony Okpokparoro, Prince Anozie Ugenyi, and Engr Kizito Umege, emphasizing their collective effort to build bridges for lasting opportunities.