On Saturday, 23rd November, 2024, Dr. Chidi Elogha Okoye, a distinguished scholar, politician, and entrepreneur, achieved another milestone by earning his second Doctorate Degree in Peace, Conflict & Development Studies from the Enugu State University of Science & Technology (ESUT), Agbani, Enugu.
His first doctorate degree was in Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from Georgetown University, USA.
Naturally, friends, family, associates and well wishers of this accomplished man of the people took to the media to extend their goodwill messages to him for adding another feather to the already flamboyant array of feathers on his cap.
Firstly, the National Youth Leadership of Ikemba Front, led by Dr. Charles Ebulue congratulated him on this remarkable achievement.
Dr Ebulue commended Ogazi Umunri, who according to him, “continues to inspire with his relentless pursuit of excellence across diverse fields”
In his own goodwill message captioned Congratulatory Message to Dr Chidi OKOYE(Ogazi na Umunri), Hon Azubuike Echetebu, APP Anambra Gubernatorial Candidate 2022 and his CIC, Enugu classmate had this to say:
” I, Azubuike Echetebu and family wish to congratulate you on your latest achievement.
May Yahuah’s blessings continue to be with you as you match from strength to strength.
May Yahshau always guide you,Amen
Azubuike Phillip Echetebu (APP Anambra Gubernatorial Candidate 2022)”
Equally, the Management and Editorial Board of hoo!haa!! Newspapers Ltd were not left in saluting this “Philosopher King”
In a message of felicitation titled 2ND PHD: MORE HONOURS FOR A FLAMBOYANT PHILOSOPHER KING, Mazi Ikechukwu Bismarck Oji, MNSE, COREN, Publisher/CEO, hoo!haa!! Newspapers said,
“Dear Doctor Doctor Chidi Okoye, it is indeed a double honour and one well deserved that you have been earned a 2nd Doctorate Degree.
This attests to your voracious intellectual acumen and fertile mind. With so much on your table, in terms of business and politics, one wonders how were able to navigate the academic rigours therein involved.
Surely, we expect more accomplishments to come your way as you have indeed paid your dues.
Congratulations, once more
Mazi Ikechukwu Bismarck Oji, MNSE, COREN
Publisher/CEO, hoo!haa!! Newspapers”
Below is Dr Okoye’s Brief Resume:
Personal Background and Education
Dr. Okoye is one of five children of the late Chief Bennett Okoye, former President-General of Enugwu Agidi Brotherly Union. He attended Zik Avenue Primary School and the College of Immaculate Conception, Enugu. His academic journey includes:
- BSc in Political Science (ESUT)
- PhD in Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism (Georgetown University, USA)
- MSc and PhD in Peace, Conflict, and Development Studies (ESUT)
Career Highlights
Business:
Dr. Okoye is a successful entrepreneur, co-founding 2020 Energy Resources Nig Ltd and heading several companies, including Amira Jas Nig Ltd and Philip Smith Security Ltd.
Politics:
Known for his leadership and mobilization skills, he has held key roles such as:
- NRC Ward Youth Leader
- PDP Foreign Chapter Chairman, KSA
- SSA Community Liaison to Gov. Willie Obiano
- Founder of Ikemba Front, which became a powerful political movement.
Currently, he leads the South East Coalition for Tinubu, advocating for regional development, Nnamdi Kanu’s release, and federal projects.
Entertainment:
Under the stage name Chidi Benco, he has acted in over 29 Nollywood movies, winning accolades like the Fastest Growing Actor in Nollywood (2005).
Achievements and Recognition
Dr. Okoye’s influence spans politics, business, academia, and entertainment. His leadership has garnered widespread respect, and his contributions to peace and development studies have been recognized internationally.
Affiliations
He is a member of prestigious organizations like:
- Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC)
- American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC)
Dr. Chidi Okoye continues to inspire with his relentless pursuit of excellence across diverse fields.
Congratulations to him on his second PhD!
