On Sunday, April 14, 2024, Naija We Can, a first-of-its-kind non-profit Nigeria-focused 527 U.S. political organization, founded by U.S.-based Nigerian professionals, hosted a landmark Town Hall event at the Life Church Theater, featuring distinguished Nigerian Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Obi. The evening, titled “Appreciation Town Hall: A Conversation with Peter Obi,” was marked by impassioned discussions, visionary insights, and a resounding call to action by Naija We Can’s leadership for a brighter future for Nigeria.

The Town Hall event provided Mr. Peter Obi the opportunity to thank various U.S.-based Nigerians who supported his candidacy during the 2023 presidential elections. While Mr. Obi made clear that the elections and campaigns are over, he asserted that the discussion on nation building must continue, and in that context, offered his insights into the current challenges facing Nigeria. He discussed how some of the challenges can be addressed, as well as the vital role of the diaspora community in shaping Nigeria’s future. Mr. Obi expressed his profound gratitude for the unwavering support he received during the 2023 presidential campaign and also took various live questions from the audience, spending some time taking pictures and selfies with numerous supporters who were excited to hear from him.

The event kicked off with a warm welcome from Naija We Can Board Member, Dr. Hadiza Osuji, an Adjunct Assistant Professor at a top-ranked U.S. university, and the executive director of a non-profit focused on African immigrant families and communities. Dr. Osuji set the tone for the evening, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement and collective action in shaping Nigeria’s future.

Naija We Can founder, Nexus Sea, a litigation and trial partner at a top-ranked New York law firm, also addressed the attendees, encouraging them to remain steadfast in their commitment to the Nigeria of their dreams. His impassioned words resonated with the audience, inspiring renewed determination and resolve to stay the course.

Dr. Emmanuel U. Emeasoba, who sits on the Naija We Can Advisory Board and is an Internal Medicine Physician and cardiology fellow, delivered a powerful message urging the diaspora to turn their financial power into political might by supporting candidates like Mr. Peter Obi and organizations like Naija We Can.

Popular New York emcee, Olu Faloye, also known as “Humble Prince,” served as the master of ceremonies, infusing the event with energy, enthusiasm, humor, and a sense of unity.

Central to the evening’s proceedings was the presentation of Naija We Can’s prestigious “Architect of Change Award” to Mr. Peter Obi. Naija We Can Advisory Board Member, Dr. Henrietta Ukwu, a distinguished physician, infectious diseases expert, professor, and renowned author of the landmark textbook, “Global Regulatory Systems,” took the stage to present the prestigious award to Mr. Peter Obi, on behalf of Naija We Can.

Joining Dr. Ukwu on stage were other esteemed Naija We Can Board members who also graced the event: Chibuzo Everist Njeze, a highly accomplished pharmacist and entrepreneur; Emeka C. Chinwuba, Esq., a respected partner at an international law firm based in New York, specializing in project development and financing transactions; and Uche Emelumadu, Esq., the esteemed founding partner at Madu, Edozie, P.C., a prestigious boutique New York law firm established in 1993. Their presence emphasized the diverse professional expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence within Naija We Can‘s leadership and the Nigerian diaspora professional community.

The Naija We Can Advisory Board also includes Osi Umenyiora, a British-Nigerian former American football player and two-time Super Bowl Champion (XLII, XLVI), and Ibrahim H. Abdulkarim, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of EasyGIS Limited and the convenor of the We2geda movement, which spearheaded various crowdfunding projects including the 2015 presidential elections crowdfunding campaign under the Buhari Support Organisation (BSO).

Together, these esteemed Board members exemplify the dedication, expertise, and passion driving Naija We Can‘s mission to empower Nigerians in the diaspora and effect positive change in Nigeria. Through their collective efforts and visionary leadership, Naija We Can continues to be at the forefront of advocating for good governance, fostering civic engagement, and amplifying the voices of the Nigerian diaspora.

Naija We Can is a leading organization dedicated to mobilizing and empowering Nigerians in the diaspora to drive positive change and development in Nigeria. Through advocacy, community engagement, and collaborative initiatives, Naija We Can strives to harness the collective potential and resources of the diaspora community to address pressing challenges and advance the common good.

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