*******TOP AMERICAN VARSITY AWARDS NED NWOKO “HONORARY DOCTORATE DEGREE IN “DIPLOMACY & REPARATIVE JUSTICE AS MOST DISTINGUISHED NIGERIAN SENATOR MARKS BIRTHDAY IN GRAND-STYLE”
By Victor Bieni, Asaba
This prestigious awards from top American Varsity, NextGen University Int’l, USA Honorary Doctorate Degree in “Diplomacy & Reparative Justice” is global recognition that celebrates Senator Dr Ned Nwoko’s unwavering commitment to humanitarian and community support services, which have significantly impacted countless lives globally, Africa, Nigeria, Delta State, and most importantly in his Constituency, Delta North Senatorial District ( Soon-to-be-created- Anioma State) in Nigeria.
Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator Prince Barr Dr. Munir Ned Nwoko’s Foundation, achievements in 10th Nigerian Senate is renowned for its dedication to uplifting communities through various initiatives that focus on education, healthcare, and social welfare. His leadership and vision have been instrumental in creating sustainable change, particularly in underprivileged areas. This Honorary Doctorate underscores his contributions and highlights his role as a key figure in advancing humanitarian efforts on a global scale.
NED NWOKO@64: A MAN OF UNCOMMON GRACE BORN 21st DECEMBER, 1960
The Most Dstinguished Nigerian Senator was born December 21, 1960 to Nwoko Royal Family at Idumuje Ugboko Kingdom, Aniocha North LGA, Delta State, Nigeria.
Senator Ned Nwoko’s Birthday Anniversary was celebrated December 21, 2024 not only in Delta North Senatorial District (Among Anioma people of Delta State), Nigeria, Africa, but a global celebration erupted the air as NextGen University Int’l, USA awarded him Honorary Doctorate Degree in “Diplomacy & Reparative Justice” to appreciate his Humanitarian efforts and Contributions to his legislative excellence, growth and development of the society. Yesterday at his country home, Idumuje Ugboko Kingdom, millions of his Constituents celebrated him for his good representation at the Senate.
A BRIEF ABOUT NEXTGEN UNIVERSITY INT’L, USA- ACCREDITATIONS & GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS
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WHY NED’s EXPLOITS IN DIPLOMACY & REPARATIVE JUSTICE, LEGISLATIVE EXCELLENCE & OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS GARNERS GLOBAL RECOGNITION FROM TOP AMERICAN VARSITY
The awarding of the prestigious American Varsity’s Honorary Doctorate in “Diplomacy & Reparative Justice” to Senator Dr Ned Nwoko is a significant milestone, not only for him personally but also for NextGen University International. This symbolizes the university’s commitment to honoring individuals who have made substantial contributions to society, particularly in the fields of humanitarian and community services. As Senator Dr. Ned Nwoko continues to lead in global initiatives such as Diplomacy and Reparative Justice; his achievements in Paris Club Refunds to Nigeria, his recent Motion at the Nigerian Senate for Healing & Redress which bothers on Asaba 1967 Massacre during the Nigerian Civil War, his foundation’s exploits on Malaria eradication in Nigeria, Africa and the rest of the world. No doubt, Most Dstinguished Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko has contribute immensely to global humanitarian efforts, his association with NextGen University International will undoubtedly inspire future generations of leaders dedicated to making a difference in the world. NextGen University International remains committed to its mission of advancing education and supporting individuals who exemplify the values of compassion, leadership, and service to humanity. The university’s ongoing efforts to expand its reach and impact, underpinned by a strong foundation of academic excellence and global recognition, position it as a leader in the world of higher education.
A BRIEF ABOUT SENATOR (DR.) PRINCE BARR NED MUNIR NWOKO
Prince Ned Munir Nwoko became a Nigerian Senator in 2023. He is currently the Senator Representing Delta North Senatorial District at the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly, NASS, Abuja. He is currently one of the best Nigerian Senator, best for Anioma, Delta people in history of the country’s Democracy since 1999. He has thrived in business; in private practice as a lawyer, politics; as an educator, philanthropist; as a sports patron and as a patriotic citizen of Nigeria. Prince Nwoko began his early life and education in Nigeria before proceeding to King’s College London, where he received an LLM in maritime and commercial law. He had previously obtained his first degree in law and history at the University of Keele, England. He was subsequently called to the English bar at Lincoln’s Inn. He is currently a solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales. Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator is the Chancellor of Sports University, Idumuje Ugboko. He hails from Idumuje Ugboko town, Aniocha North LGA, the Anioma area of Delta State, Nigeria. He first held sway as a member of the House of Representatives, representing Aniocha/Oshimili federal constituency from 1999 to 2003 – where he proved himself in the service of his people. Before his return to Nigeria to venture into politics, Prince Nwoko was secretary-general, Nigerian legal practitioners UK and was visiting adviser, citizens’ advice bureau, based in London. He received an Honorary Doctorate degree in Letters (D.Litt.) by Commonwealth University College, Belize and honorary doctorate degree in science by the Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun FUPRE, Delta state.
Prince Nwoko is reputed to be a principal actor in the Paris Club loan refunds under the Obasanjo administration – a patriotic duty to father land. He was said to have written the reports that led to Nigeria government’s discontinuation of monthly deductions from states’ allocations and commencement of refunds to states. He helped the states of Nigeria to recover over $20 billion of deductions from various foreign loans. Ned Nwoko as a serving Nigerian Senator, he is reported to have sponsored the highest Bills since May 2023 he assumed office that had impacted positively in the lives of his Constituents, Delta North Senatorial District, Deltans, Nigerians and the rest of the world.
Prince Nwoko was said to have investigated the multinational creditors and discovered discrepancies in loan repayments, and this resulted in the refund of the first tranches of loan during the Obasanjo administration. He was also said to have taken the Federal government to court on behalf of 774 Local governments for the refund of illegal deductions and obtained judgment of $3.2billion for the local governments. The Federal Government of Nigeria has reportedly refunded all the monies in line with the court judgment of 2013. Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator Dr. Prince Barr Ned Munir Nwoko is currently in PDP; He is currently the only PDP Senator in Delta State. Delta Northerners are still given him multiple endorsement to return as their Senator come 2027 if soon-to-be-created Anioma State is not birthed before then.The Delta-born politician is out to serve his people with sincerity of purpose, bring the needed human capital and infrastructural development to all communities in his Constituency.
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ACHIEVEMENTS POLITICS ASIDE ACCOMPLISHED BY SENATOR (DR.) PRINCE BARR NED MUNIR NWOKO’s GLOBAL HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS
Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator, Dr Prince Barr Ned Munir Nwoko is a passionate advocate of malaria eradication, embarked on a symbolic expedition to Antarctica to launch a Malaria Eradication Project in 2020. This made him the first black African to visit the South Pole Antarctica. Some wonder why he was elected as Prince of south-south to campaign for the eradication of malaria in Africa through his foundation. But his resolve is driven by science and unaffected commitment to humanity. For instance, about 300,000 people are reported to die of malaria annually in Nigeria, mostly children. According to 2020 World Malaria report, Nigeria had the highest number of cases in 2019. Prince of the south-south had achieved his bounden aimed at ensureing well-articulated campaign towards the promotion of vaccine development, integrated vector management, advocacy and mobilisation. According to him, ‘’Research has revealed that malaria and mosquitoes are not natural to us: they can be eradicated. The first thing is to address the cause, mosquito, which breeds and multiplies in dirty environment’’. He also sponsored the Malaria Eradication and Waste Management Bill to provide a legal framework for the battle against this killer disease.
Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko is passionate about sports, set up one of the foremost composite sports Universities in Africa – in his native Idumuje-Ugboko. The federal government recently approved the university and it has kick-started Academic exercise since September 2022. He one said: “The project has not only been in the pipeline since 2017, but a burning desire and one of the bills I proposed while in the house of representatives, which has finally seen the light of the day. However, there is a misconception that sports hamper a child’s dedication towards academics. The university is modelled to pursue the advancement of learning in specialised areas of sports development including management as well as to conduct specialised professional coaching courses, and research to advance various breakthroughs in sports”.
Nigerian businessman turned Politician, Most Dstinguished Nigerian Senator in May 2022 secured the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticket to contest a seat in the senate. Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator Nwoko won the PDP ticket to represent the party in the Delta north senatorial district election in the 2023 polls – by a landslide. He got 242 votes to defeat Paul Osaji, his closest opponent, who secured 67 out of 310 votes. Since May 2023 till date, he has achieve that dream through consistency, focus and determination. He is currently a serving Nigerian Senator with qualities of vibrancy, good representation, deficiency and effective, quality service delivery and grassroots development as his Constituents now reao the dividends of democracy.
Prince Nwoko has won many awards and recognition, some of which include Africa Value Awards; Effective Leadership and Youth Empowerment; Peace Achievers Awards; Delta Role Model Awards – Humanitarian Services; Prime Excellence Recognition Awards – Man of the year; Abuja AR Reporters Awards- Man of the year; Suncity Champions of Democracy Awards – Humanitarian Services; stars awards for Tourism Development in Africa; University of Nigeria, Nsukka Nigeria Philanthropy Awards’ Anti-corruption crusader Awards, All Africa Music Awards AFRIMMA, and Africa Community Impact Awards. Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator
Ned Nwoko has kept his promises of bringing development closer to his Constituents that he will pursue the creation of Anioma State, among other pressing issues facing Anioma people. He is focused and full of development ideas as a Federal legislator in pursuit of the good of his community, the nation and the citizens. He is a refined gentleman and the best specimen of purpose, sacrifice, devotion and commitment to Nation-building.
SENATOR (DR.) PRINCE BARR NED MUNIR NWOKO’s APPRECIATION TO NEXTGEN UNIVERSITY INT’L, USA ON PRESTIGIOUS “HONORARY DOCTORATE DEGREE AWARD IN DIPLOMACY AND REPARATIVE JUSTICE”.
Most Distinguished Nigerian Senator has commended the Chancellor of NextGen University Int’l, USA, His Excellency , Prof Sir Dr. Shaik Mohammad Rafi for the prestigious Honorary Doctorate Degree Award in “Diplomacy & Reparative Justice” .
The letter of Appreciation addressed to the Management of NextGen University Int’l, USA by the Most Dstinguished Nigerian Senator as signed by his Communication Manager reads in parts: “The Office of the Distinguished Nigerian Senator Representing Delta North Senatorial Zone, Prince Barr Dr Ned Munir Nwoko, we write to appreciate you for the honor done to the Senator, the award if Honorary PhD in Diplomacy & Reparative Justice. We would like to assure you that it is an award well deserved and that will encourage the Senator to do more. We assure you of the Senator’s best wishes”.