…Celebrates niece’s academic excellence
The Deputy Chairman (South) of the All Progressives Congress, Ben Nwoye, has reiterated the party’s commitment to youth inclusion in governance.
He stated this while celebrating his niece Egboh Grace Chioma, who bagged a Master of Science in Public Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria.
Nwoye described his niece’s accomplishment as both a family pride and a national asset.
“Chioma represents the kind of young Nigerian leader our public sector needs — globally aware, socially grounded and administratively skilled,” he said.
“As we push for greater youth inclusion in the 11th Assembly and beyond, this is the calibre we must mainstream into governance. Her academic record is not just a list of degrees; it is a blueprint for 21st-century public leadership,” he added.
He further stated that the party’s commitment to youth participation goes beyond symbolism.
“We need minds that can translate grassroots insight into policy and manage public institutions with transparency and competence,” he stated.
He said the achievement marks a significant milestone, describing it as a deliberate academic progression across diplomacy, social work and governance.
The achievement marks a significant milestone in what observers describe as a deliberate academic progression across diplomacy, social work and governance.
Chioma previously earned a Diploma in International Studies and Diplomacy, as well as a B.Sc in Sociology and Anthropology with a specialisation in Social Work, building a multidisciplinary foundation.
A governance analyst familiar with her trajectory said the combination positions her strongly for public service.
“Her foundation in diplomacy gives her a grasp of negotiation and stakeholder management. Social Work grounds her in people-centred problem solving, while Public Administration ties both ends together for effective institutional management,” the analyst noted.
Findings indicate that Nigeria’s public sector is increasingly in need of professionals who combine technical expertise with empathy and global exposure.
Industry watchers say individuals with such a blend are well-suited for roles in policy analysis, legislative support, public sector reforms and development programmes within NGOs and international agencies.
With the new qualification, Chioma is expected to contribute to governance, development and civic innovation, at a time institutions are seeking fresh talent to strengthen service delivery and citizen engagement.
