By Ifeizu Joe
Wife of the Late Igbo leader, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has said that the ex-Biafra leader was a man who was consistent with his fight for justice.
Mrs Ojukwu who was at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State on Wednesday for the founder’s day celebration of the institution as part of the 16th convocation ceremony also stated that her late husband was a strong believer education and the power of knowledge.
The minister in her address praised the institution for instituting founder’s day, saying the event was not a mere ceremony but a convergence of history, intellect, and legacy.
She said: “We gather to honour and reflect on the life of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, a towering figure whose contributions to Nigeria’s political evolution and whose unwavering commitment to the dignity of his people remain indelible.
“He was not only a soldier and statesman, but also a man of ideas, a leader who believed in the power of knowledge, justice, and principled leadership.
“Dim Ojukwu’s legacy compels us to ask difficult questions about nationhood, equity, inclusion, and the responsibilities of leadership.
“His life reminds us that leadership is not defined by convenience, but by courage, sacrifice, and the willingness to stand for what is just, even in the face of overwhelming odds.”
The minister noted the need for all hands to come on deck on the quest to rebuild Nigeria, when biting the importance of education in nation-building.
She said: “Ladies and gentlemen, as we reflect on the life and legacy of Dim Ojukwu, let us recommit ourselves to building a Nigeria anchored on justice, unity, and shared prosperity.
“Let us invest in education, empower our youth, and strengthen our institutions, for these are the pillars upon which sustainable development rests.”
