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Peter Obi Advocates For Humanitarian Leadership At UNN-USA Convention In Baltimore
Peter Obi Speaks On Humanitarian Leadership At UNN-USA Convention In Baltimore
BY BONIFACE IHIASOTA
The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 General Elections in Nigeria, Peter Obi, delivered a keynote address at the University of Nigeria Alumni Association USA (UNN-USA) bi-annual convention in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, from August 23 to 25, 2024. The theme of the convention was “Humanitarian Leadership: Nurturing Dignity in Society.”
Obi emphasized that humanitarian leadership is about ensuring transparency and fairness in all aspects of life, especially in leadership positions. He stressed that leadership is not just about holding positions of power but about making a positive impact in society.
“Leadership can be likened to a captain who ensures that everything runs smoothly and efficiently, but also leads by example, demonstrating good conduct, behavior, and values. True leadership makes a difference in society, and it is essential to maintain and nurture it,” Obi said.
He also highlighted that humanitarianism is about caring for human beings, particularly the less privileged and the poor, and showing respect, empathy, and kindness towards others. He commended the University of Nigeria Alumni Association USA (UNN-USA) for being a good ambassador of Nigeria, promoting the country’s values and interests abroad.
Accompanying Peter Obi to the convention were his close confidant and brother, Chief Okey Ezeibe, Chief Iyke Nwachukwu, Chief Roland Opara, Emeka Obasi, and Boniface Ihiasota, Publisher of Diaspora Watch Newspaper.
In a warm welcome message, National President of UNN-USA, Dr. Chika Okafor, expressed gratitude to Peter Obi and the Maryland alumni for hosting
Leadership can be likened to a captain who ensures that everything runs smoothly and efficiently, but also leads by example, demonstrating good conduct, behavior, and values. True leadership makes a difference in society, and it is essential to maintain and nurture it
the convention. He also acknowledged the efforts of the organizing team, led by Drs. Michael Okoroafor, Ngozi Okoroafor, and Nnanya Kalu, for their hard work in putting together the exceptional 2024 convention.
The convention offered an opportunity for alumni to connect, celebrate, and contribute to the growth and development of their alma mater. Various activities were planned, including members’ mapping, reviewing of bylaws, investing of endowed funds, expansion of scholarship opportunities, and development of a new scholarship portal for UNN students with special needs.
The association has also revamped its website and increased its annual scholarship awards by 200%. Exceptional members were honored with awards, including Mrs. Njideka Okonjo-Udochi, recognized for her contributions to society and restoring the dignity of man, and Chuka Anuda, Vice President and Head, Clinical Safety and Risk Management at Moderna.
Obi’s keynote address was the highlight of the convention, inspiring attendees to embrace humanitarian leadership and make a positive impact in society. His message resonated with the audience, emphasizing the importance of transparency, fairness, and kindness in leadership.
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The convention was a testament to the power of alumni associations in promoting values, interests, and development. The University of Nigeria Alumni Association USA (UNN-USA) has demonstrated its commitment to nurturing dignity in society through humanitarian leadership.
As the convention came to a close, attendees left with a renewed sense of purpose, inspired by Peter Obi’s message and the association’s efforts to make a positive impact in society
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