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Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation rolls out micro-credit, grants for business startups

The Ikechukwu Ezeugwu foundation has rolled out a ten million naira (N10 million) micro-credit and grants for over 60 individuals and business groups to enable them improve on their various trades and investments.

The foundation had in the past 12 years trained manpower in different professions through awards of scholarship for higher institutions of learning where it has produced categories of human resources including medical doctors, Engineers, Nurses and other specialized manpower training.

Introducing the micro-credits scheme at Igugu, Udenu local government area of Enugu state, promoter of the foundation, Dr. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu said that it was a liberation scheme from where small business concerns could be uplifted. He noted that himself had to borrow to start business in Lagos, adding that God can only help those who help themselves.

Ezeugwu unveiled the beneficiaries as petty business men and women who were carefully selected and asked the beneficiaries to extend similar help to others in their own little ways.

Some of the business groups that benefited in the interest-free credits include the Igugu community Trade and Investment committee, Nsukka produce Association, Orba produce buyers Association, Ozioko council of elders and Oganiru Age Grade Association.

Ezeugwu stated that the scheme was a further extension of hands to the less privileged and the needy in the society, having done much in education endowments.

“We’ve been on for 12 years and this time around we decided to go beyond scholarship and mentorship to helping business startups. It’s not only about giving them the money because we have individuals that will be monitoring them to guide them and watch them grow.

“We decided that not only would we be giving them fish, but we would equally teach them how to catch fish. We decided on a humble beginning of ten million naira, those who got fifty thousand naira each just to help them start table business, a good number got one hundred thousand, some people got five hundred thousand and groups got one million naira each.

“For groups such as the cashew producers’ marketers association, it’s like a revolving loan, they use it for one year interest-free and bring it back, because you will monitor them, if they deserve to be given additional money on top of the one million naira the foundation will look into it,” Ezeugwu said.

He urged the beneficiaries to be cautious and conduct their businesses with some measure of integrity and fear of God, stating that the references they will get as feedback will take them to higher marks they won’t expect.

Enugu Youths Pay a “Thank You Visit” to Former Legislator, Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu

In a heartwarming display of gratitude and appreciation, the Concerned Enugu State Youths (CESY), a prominent youth group in Enugu State, paid a special ‘Thank You Visit’ to the former law maker, Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu, PhD. The former Leader who honorably stepped aside from partisan politics after serving for 12 years as the representative of Udenu Constituency in the Enugu State House of Assembly, was commended for his outstanding leadership during his tenure and the impactful initiatives through his Foundation, The Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation.

Led by Comr. Kingsley Ekeh, the leader of CESY, the youths expressed their deep appreciation for the significant contributions of Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu to the state and the southeast region. They highlighted his pivotal role in the legislative processes and governance systems while serving as a member of the Board of Trustees and National Treasurer of the Conference of State Legislatures of Nigeria (COSLON). As well as when he chaired the Southeast Legislative and Governance Reform Committee from 2018 to 2023.

“We are here today to  commend you for your accomplishments which span beyond legislative duties, particularly your dedication to humanitarian endeavours through the Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation. The foundation you established in 2013, which has been instrumental in empowering youths through education by providing scholarships to deserving students in Enugu State, recently extended to the entire South East Region of Nigeria. Over the years, your Foundation has supported twenty-one graduates in various fields, including a medical doctor pursuing a master’s degree in Public Health in the UK on a UK university  scholarship”

“It is in our record that your foundation is currently  sponsoring  twenty-five undergraduates from different states in Nigeria in various institutions of higher learning in Nigeria and has undertaken various projects, such as renovating science laboratory blocks and administrative buildings at educational institutions” 

“the foundation’s commitment to widows has also been noted, as it has renovated or constructed houses for them and provides monthly upkeep allowances to them as well”

“Your foundation extends mentorship and start-up capital for some of its beneficiaries to engage in commercial activities, and we could not hold our joy but to step forward and visit you to thank you” Comrade Ekeh said.

In response to the youths’ expressions of gratitude, Hon.  Ezeugwu expressed his appreciation for their recognition and support. He commended the youth group for actively monitoring and acknowledging the efforts of leaders in the state, as such vigilance is essential for a thriving democracy. The former lawmaker emphasized that their visit and appreciation would only inspire him to do more for the community and to  continue to empower young individuals to reach their full potential.

Having now stepped aside  from active partisan  politics, Hon. Ezeugwu affirmed his commitment to his role as a financial and management consultant, as well as his unwavering dedication to humanitarian service through his foundation. His decision to focus on empowering the younger generation and supporting educational initiatives signifies his vision for a brighter future for Nigeria.

Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu’s philanthropic effort has  garnered widespread recognition locally, nationally and internationally.His legacy of excellence, impact, and selflessness serve  as an inspiration to politicians and the broader society, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the welfare of constituents and leaving a lasting positive impact.

As the Concerned Enugu State Youths (CESY) wish their former legislator success in his future endeavour , they do so with gratitude and admiration for his visionary approach and compassionate leadership. Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu’s commitment to touching lives and empowering others exemplifies the qualities of a true leader, and his dedication to the betterment of society will continue to inspire generations to come.

Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation Announces November 2022 Scholarship Opening for All Underprivileged Youths in the entire South Eastern Region, urges NANS to scout for intelligent, indigent students in S/East and Donates Vehicle to NANs

The founder of Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation, Hon Ikechukwu Ezeugwu has charged the South East zonal leadership of National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS to commence scouting for intelligent but underprivileged students especially those in 100 levels to join the beneficiaries of November 2022 batch.

Ezeugwu who also donated a Sienna Bus to the Association, was emphatic that with the 100 level undergraduates and beginners, their  academic pursuit will avail them more opportunities to benefit from the scholarship throughout their stay in the tertiary institution instead of selecting the mid and final year prospective beneficiaries.

While presenting the bus to NANS Zone F South-East as the first stream of their support to ease NANS flow of movement, Ezeugwu charged them to  navigate through the campuses in the South-East while discharging their constitutional duties which is anchored on overseeing the welfare of Nigerian students in the zone.

Ezeugwu intimated NANS  delegates who traced him to Enugu State to appreciate the magnitude of his humanitarian efforts and to decorate him with a Medal of Honor as a show of gratitude from the students in Nigeria sometime last month, on detailed steps his Foundation had taken to fully accommodate the entire South-East in the scholarship scheme starting from their next empowerment in November this year. 

His statement read in part: “I am glad to bring to your notice that from November this year our Foundation will expand it’s scholarship scheme to the entire South East Zone as education remains the bedrock for national development and successful society. 

“Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation will continue to support and encourage intelligent but underprivileged students as we reaffirm our commitment to this course and readiness to partner with NANS in spreading our scholarship scheme across the South-East geopolitical Zone”.

The Coordinator of NANS South-East, Comr. Onya Ibeabuchi Moses while receiving the key of the Sienna vehicle on behalf of the entire students of the zone, appreciated Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu for using his Foundation to support the students movement and empower intelligent but underprivileged students in the zone.

“Honourable Leader, you invited us today for a lunch at your residence  so we could discuss on your intentions of allocating more scholarship slots to students, only for us to arrive here and meet a set up.

 “Yes I call it a set up because we never knew that you had already mapped a set out plans to donate a vehicle prior to our arrival. Honourable, we are speechless.

“On behalf of the  Nigerian students, Southeast Zone F, I deeply express our profound gratitude for this precious gift and for the scholarship. Leader, this is very exclusive and unique and history is made today, yes, it must be put on record that Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation is the first to donate a vehicle to NANS South-East and also the first to dish out scholarship of this magnitude to South East Students as far as Zone F leadership is concerned.

“As our pioneer donor, I want to reaffirm our commitment to this partnership and to reassure you of our continued commitment  in ensuring that the students body remains law abiding  and always work towards  national cohesion especially as we prepare for the 2023 elections. 

Responding to the NANS delegates, Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu said, “I don’t have much to say, I must thank you for your prayers and kind words. The Medal of Honour from you today means so much to me. Am encouraged. The first time you visited,  I noticed that there was no vehicle to convey you and your colleagues. I had to use my vehicles for that purpose. I then began to imagine how your team  discharging your duties with all genuineness of intentions could be moving from one state to another without any form of official  mobility arrangements. 

“We will continue to contribute to the welfare of Nigerian students at all levels. We trust that you apply equity and fairness while selecting prospective beneficiaries that will be enrolled into our scholarship scheme in November. Thank you all and may God bless you immensely.

Renovated Science Laboratory Blocks of Boys Secondary School, Ovoko handed over to Enugu State Ministry of Education

Wednesday, 13th of July 2022 witnessed a heartwarming moment in Ovoko Boys Secondary School as one of their Old Boys, a pioneer student of the school and the Founder of Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation, Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Ph.D., handed over revamped science laboratory blocks, through his Foundation in collaboration with the Later-day Saint Charities, to the Enugu State Ministry of Education. The event was graced by government officials, Igwe’s of all autonomous communities and other traditional rulers in Ovoko, many indigenous sons and daughters of Ovoko, and as well as lovers of education who came to witness the commissioning ceremony of the project by the Enugu State Commissioner for Education, Prof Uche Eze.

In his remarks, the representative of Later-day Saint Charities, Mr. Ibeakuzie Chidi extolled the virtues of Hon Ikechukwu Ezeugwu in giving back to society from his savings. He stated that his organization always looks out to partner with Hon Ezeugwu as philanthropy runs in his veins.

In his speech, the founder of our Foundation thanked the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi for his innovative mindset and unwavering passion for education. “From the years I have been with the former administration, I have come to understand and appreciate why Gov. Ugwuanyi has invested so much in education. Education requires enormous funding and Enugu state is ranking high when it comes to promoting science and technology. As I speak, Enugu State Basic Education Board (ENSUBEB) is set to commence another round of infrastructural projects in our primary and post-primary schools, the Enugu State Scholarship and Education Loans Boards (ESSELB) has recorded immense success too in supporting intelligent but less privileged students in both local and overseas institutions of higher learning” he hinted. He took time to encourage the students of his alma mater, stressing that education remains the only key to success.

He briefly narrated his experience during their time in school and advised that students should take their studies seriously. “Ovoko Boys has produced elites and we will reach out to them so that all hands will be on deck as quality education does not come cheap and government cannot do it alone” he concluded.

The state Commissioner for Education, Prof. Uche Eze while commissioning the project expressed his heartfelt gratitude towards Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu’s humanitarian contributions to the education sector, he went further and advised the students of Ovoko Boys to remain resolute in pursuing their academic goals.

The senior prefect of Ovoko Boys Secondary School, Master Iheanacho Obetta who began his appreciation note with an avalanche of praises ignited by excitement, extolled and prayed for the founder of Ikechukwu Ezeugwu Foundation, “this kind of gesture has never happened since my entry into this school, Honourable Ikechukwu Ezeugwu has given our science laboratory blocks a facelift and we are very grateful to God for his intervention. We pray that God will continue to repay him in double folds, may his cup never run dry, may it continue to overflow with God’s blessings” he prayed.

In his vote of thanks, the principal of Ovoko Boys Secondary School, Mr. Titus I. stated “Today is a great day that cannot be forgotten in the history of Ovoko Boys, I can still remember vividly the day the majority leader of Enugu State House of Assembly, Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu, one of the members of the Old Boys Association came to this school a few months ago to ask me about our problems in Ovoko Boys. I answered him, Honourable, our school laboratory needs a total overhaul, he said, this is almost three blocks, but I will do my best. He also noticed that my office was not painted and he painted it swiftly. Today we are here to celebrate the successful completion as this project is being handed over to the Enugu State Government. My teachers and I cannot thank you enough, only the Almighty God will reward you.

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