Author: Ikenna Ohiaeri

Emeka Ochu

Emeka Ochu’s confidence is captivating.

When you’re around him, you believe that anything is possible: goals can be achieved, problems solved and challenges overcome.

That unwavering confidence has propelled him to the top of his profession.

After graduating from Dority International Secondary School in 2001, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Abia State University (2004), a Master of Science degree in Energy Economics from the University of Aberdeen (2009) and a Master of Public Administration degree in Economic Policy Management from Columbia University, New York (2019).

Emeka Ochu with the Regional Director for Africa, United Nations Development Programme

He has worked as

• Funds Transfer Officer, First City Monument Bank (2006-2007)
• Senior Banking Executive, First Bank (2008)

He is currently

• Member, Nigerian Economics Society
• Member, Energy Institute, United Kingdom
• Member, International Association for Energy Economics
• Director, Alumni Affairs, Columbia University Program in Economic Policy Management
• Energy Research Assistant, Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy
• Research Economist, Central Bank of Nigeria
• Deputy Manager, Central Bank of Nigeria

Swiss broadcaster, Dukascopy TV, interviewing Emeka Ochu

He has written and co-authored numerous articles and papers on energy economics, including

• • Bridging the Energy Poverty: A Renewable Energy Enterprise for Haiti
  • Analysis of Energy Market Conditions in Nigeria
  • Electricity Consumption, Exports & Economic Growth: Evidence from Nigeria

Emeka never misses an opportunity to counsel a Dority student and is so proud of Dority that he visited the school with his wife and son.

For his excellence in economics, unquenchable thirst for success and love for Dority International Early Learning School, Emeka Ochu is our May Alumnus of the Month.

Adaku Omidosu

We all have lofty goals and aspirations.

To become our own boss.

To be a role model for the younger generation.

To improve people’s lives.

Adaku Omidosu has accomplished all three.

She was the first Deputy Senior Prefect of Dority International Early Learning School and an active student who featured regularly in debate competitions.

After graduating from Dority in 1997, Adaku earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt.

Adaku Omidosu speaking at The American University in Cairo, Egypt

She has worked at

• Chevron Nigeria (Facilities Engineering Unit), 2003
• Diamond Bank Securities (Accounts Department), 2004
• ThreeSearch Nigeria (Lead Researcher), 2008
• Ipas Nigeria, United Nations Women (Research Analyst), 2012

She is currently

• Awardee, OXFAM Enterprise Development Center
• Mentor, Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ)
• Fellow, African Women Entrepreneurship Co-operative (AWEC)
• Finalist, The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
• CEO, Meadow Foods Nigeria Limited

Adaku Omidosu talks about her agri-business, Meadow Foods

Adaku Omidosu is passionate about reducing hunger. Her company, Meadow Foods, gives local farmers in Akwa Ibom State low interest loans and access to markets.

She’s constructing a 30-tonne per week cassava processing plant and plans to expand her company’s operations to Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.

She was a keynote speaker at the 2018 Franchise Matchmaking Forum in Lagos and delivered an impressive speech on entrepreneurship to teachers and students of D.I.S.S on January 4, 2019.

For her trailblazing achievements at Dority International Early Learning School, her commendable efforts to increase Nigeria’s food supply and her inspiring words to the current generation of Dority students, Adaku Omidosu is our April Alumna of the Month.

Chike Ukaegbu

“He made straight As,” Mrs Zovannah Onumah said.

She was referring to Chike Ukaegbu’s WAEC result.

I was in her office with Okechukwu Onye and we were talking about D.I.S.S Alumni members around the world.

Chike Ukaegbu’s name came up and you could tell from the smile on Mrs Onumah’s face that she was proud of him.

After graduating from Dority International Early Learning School in 2000, Chike Ukaegbu studied at the University of Lagos for two years before enrolling in the City College of New York, where he studied Biomedical Engineering from 2003 to 2008.

He earned an Executive Leadership Certificate from Cornell University, New York (2013), a Master of Business Administration from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania (2014) and became a graduate of Stanford University’s Venture Capital Executive Program (2016).

Chike Ukaegbu speaking to students of D.I.S.S and I.E.L.C

Chike has been:

• A Fellow of Colin Powell Center for Leadership and Public Policy (2004-2007)
• Entrepreneurship Instructor, Bank Street College of Education (2010-2012)
• Adjunct Lecturer, City College of New York (2008-2015)
• Entrepreneur in Residence, City College of New York (2014-2015)

He’s currently:

• The Founder, Startup52
• Creator and Chief Analyst, EduEngageology
• Founder,  HEROES Model Initiative
• President and CEO, Re:LIFE Incorporated
• Engineer, Research Foundation of The City University of New York
• Founder, The Entrepreneurship and Education Leadership Fund (EELF)

CNN’s Zain Asher interviewing Chike Ukaegbu

Chike Ukaegbu was the presidential candidate of the Advanced Allied Party in the February 23 election.

He garnered 8,902 votes to place 24th out of 72 candidates; getting more votes than former Minister of Finance, Oby Ezekwesili, and popular evangelical pastor, Chris Okotie.

In 2018, Chike was named one of 100 Most Influential People of African Descent Under 40. The Mayor of New York, Bill de Blasio, has praised his work.

Although his WAEC result was great, that’s not Chike’s Ukaegbu’s most impressive achievement. Dority has been producing brilliant students for the past 22 years.

Chike’s most impressive achievement was transferring his excellence in the classroom to the real world and taking the time to nurture and mentor young people.

For his brilliance in the academic field, boldness on the world stage and commitment to Dority International Early Learning School, Chike Ukaegbu is our March Alumnus of the Month.