By Shirley Ikonne Ezedimbu…
There is a Legend and to protest is daft. Every legend, moreover, contains it’s residuum of truth, and the root function of language is to control the universe by describing it. Orji uzor kalu” is a living legend. In the words of King Solomon the wise, as stated in the book of Proverbs 22:29.
It goes this:
“See a man who is diligent in his works, he shall stand before kings and the nobles, he shall not stand before ordinary men”
Another popular saying of old goes thus;
“The greatness of a man is not measured by the possession he has in his folds, neither is it in the acquisitions he has at his disposition but rather in how he has used his life, possessions and acquisition as a tool to impact humanity.”
The two above thesis from the holy scriptures and a well known fact are a classic and perfect representation of the whole existence of our able friend and leader H.E Dr Orji Uzor Kalu, (MON) .
Dr Orji Uzor Kalu needs no introduction as he has already created a niche for himself and a well known figure in the lives and minds of Nigerians and the world at large, no thanks to his immense contribution in leadership and development to humanity…
In the political landscape , he is a true democratic leader, bridge builder and a progressive political icon under whose leadership as a governor from 1999-2007, Abia state witnessed good governance, massive development and infrastructure, improvement in the health and educational sector which is still a reference point till date.
In the business, finance and entrepreneurial world, He is an accomplished and a successful business manager cum mogul, creating thousands of jobs through his various business enterprise and he is likened to the Donald trump of Africa.
In the sporting circle , He is fondly called the pillar of sport of the modern Nigeria and Africa as a continent , under whose tenure as Governor of Abia state, Eyinmba FC of Aba (The people’s Elephant) for the first time won the prestigious CAF Champions league and defended it back to back in the 2003-2004 football season , a record breaking feat by any Nigeria club, bringing joy and happiness to Nigerians both home and abroad.
This is as direct effect of his astute and diligent management of the football club.
In his humanitarian service and programmes, the OUK foundation which is a pet project of Dr Orji Uzor Kalu has become a beacon of hope and succor to the less privileged, motherless and youths through several empowerment schemes and donation of relief materials to meet their needs and also set them on the path of greatness within his community and Nigeria on a large scale.
We cannot also forget in a hurry the Giants strides he has made to ensuring the unity of Nigeria is intact, peaceful coexistence of Nigerians is made possible which is a key factor towards meaningful development by any nation through his nationwide lectures and political talk shows.
OUK is simply a blessing indeed!
Time cannot permit us to mention the numerous project he has embarked and executed since out of office, neither will space be enough to put down his numerous achievement and awards he has been honored with; they are just too much to quantify..
However, having seen all the immense leadership and contribution of Dr Orji Uzor Kalu to humanity, the management of one of Nigeria’s finest citadel of higher learning, the prestigious University of Nigeria Nsukka, deemed it fit to give honor to whom honor is due by enlisting him amongst distinguished personalities and conferred HE with the Honorary Doctorate Degree in public administration (DPA) which is a true attestation of the impactful life of OUK to humanity.
This is no doubt another addition to his cabinet of laurels.
We therefore join millions of well meaning Nigerians, family and friends to congratulate and felicitate with our dear friend, brother, uncle , father and leader on this day as he adds another year to his age.
See a man who is diligent in his work, he shall stand before kings and noble, he shall not stand before ordinary men.
We wish him the very best in all his endeavors knowing fully well he will not relent in his efforts to contributing his quota to the development and greatness of Nigeria..HAPPY BIRTHDAY HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR ORJI UZOR KALU.
Long live OUK !!!
Keep hope Alive!!!
Cheers!!!!
