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  • Full Profile of Rtn. Chibuzo H. Asogwa, District Governor, Rotary International District 9142, 2026-2027

    Full Profile of Rtn. Chibuzo H. Asogwa, District Governor, Rotary International District 9142, 2026-2027

    Rtn. Chibuzo H. Asogwa is a Rotarian of the Rotary Club of Ekulu since 2009. He served twice as Club President in 2011/12 and 2012/13, laying the foundation that repositioned the Club for the growth it enjoys today.

    At the District level, he was 2nd Runner-Up for Best Assistant Governor Award in 2016 while serving as Assistant Governor under the then District 9140, which comprised 16 states. The last District Governor of District 9140 honoured him with the District Significant Outstanding Award in 2017.

    He played a key role during the countdown to redistricting, seconding the motion at Conference that saw District 9140 split into District 9141 and District 9142.

    Since the creation of District 9142, he has served as:

    1. District Chair, Rotary Global Rewards Committee, 2017/18
    2. District Secretary, 2018/19
    3. Chairperson, Enugu State District Committee on COVID-19 Support, 2020
    4. District Chair, Awards Committee, 2020/21
    5. Chair, District Installation Committee, 2021
    6. Aide to the Rotary International President’s Representative, 2022
    7. District Chair, Membership Committee, 2021-2024
    8. District Chair, Friendship Exchange Committee, 2024/25

    While serving as District Chair, Friendship Exchange Committee, he was nominated District Governor Nominee Designate, and subsequently confirmed as District Governor Nominee, District Governor Elect, and now District Governor 2026-2027.

    Chibuzo is a Development Specialist with over 20 years’ experience in financial and public sector finance. He began his career in 2004 with Standard Trust Bank and has held leadership roles across United Bank for Africa, Oceanic Bank, Intercontinental Bank, Stanbic IBTC Bank, Fidelity Bank, and Skye Bank. His portfolios included Head of Public Sector – Local Government Business, Head of Commercials, Branch Lead, and Business Manager.

    As South East Project Manager, he led the automation of revenue collection for MDAs in Enugu through the Enugu State Internal Revenue Service, and the rollout of the State Land Use Charge. This work strengthened domestic revenue mobilization in line with the World Bank’s SFTAS program. His consultancy spans organizations, government, and multilateral agencies.

    His passion for service, hereditary in his family, was nurtured as an undergraduate. He served as Local Organization President of Junior Chamber International – JCI Enugu, President of the National Association of Marketing Students, General President of the Legion of Mary, and President of the Managers Forum.

    In 2017, the Enugu State Government appointed him a Justice of the Peace. He also served as an Independent Monitor for the National Social Investment Program under the Office of the Vice President.

    He is a 4th Degree Knight of the Ancient and Noble Order of the Knights of St. John International, a Fellow of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria, and a Member of the Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria. He is a recipient of multiple awards in leadership, service, and professional excellence, and has attended numerous local and international trainings in finance, governance, and development.

    Chibuzo, also known as “Odogwu”, gives thanks to God for his wife Chigozie, and their children Ugomsinachi and ObialunammaChukwu. He is grateful to his parents Ochiagha Celestine & Lolo Bridget Ada, and his siblings of the Royal Igwe Asogwa Ekwueme dynasty.

    As the STAR District Governor of Rotary International District 9142 for 2026-2027, he believes in his team to Create Lasting Impact.

  • Rotary Pledges More Support, More Selfless Service to Humanity as Rotary District 9142 Holds The Rotary Foundation Seminar and Dinner in Uyo

    Rotary Pledges More Support, More Selfless Service to Humanity as Rotary District 9142 Holds The Rotary Foundation Seminar and Dinner in Uyo

    Rotary Club gives us an opportunity that no social, political or specialized business club can do. It is strong on the human side; it stands for the individual, unfetters him, appeals to his originality, brings out his latent powers, and puts him at his best by extending him the full measure of his confidence and appealing to the best that is in him – ‘service not self’
    (Glenn C. Mead, 1912-13 Rotary International President)

    Rotary District 9142 Leaders at the Foundation Seminar/Dinner

    The Rotary Foundation is recognized as one of the most effective and well-managed charitable organizations in the world, with 12 consecutive four-star ratings from Charity Navigator and an A-plus rating from CharityWatch. Since it was founded more than 100 years ago, the Foundation has spent more than $4 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects; transforming gifts into service schemes that change lives both close to home and around the world.

    November is the Rotary Foundation Month; it marks a period when Rotary reaffirms its commitment to promoting humanity causes by carrying out designated programmes aimed at raising funds for The Foundation. On the 26th through 27th of November, members of the Rotary family and lovers of humanity gathered in the beautiful city of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State as Rotary District 9142 held The Rotary Foundation Seminar and Dinner.

    Rotary District 9142 which comprises of Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Cross River, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo States, is led by District Governor (DG) Okey Okonkwo. The event which had Professor Emem Bassey as the Host Organizing Chair held at Breakfort Hotel and Suites, featuring lectures, interactive sessions, fundraising and recognitions. The event commenced on a high note with “Members’ Orientation/Frankly Speaking” Session with District Governor Okey Okonkwo, Past District Governor (PDG) Jumoke Bamigboye, PDG Emman Ude Akpeh, PDG Dan Ajawara, PDG Ndukwe Chukwu, PDG Akabom Enebong, District Governor Elect Grace Okaro and District Governor Nominee Akan Emah as panelists.

    The District Trainer, PDG Emman Ude Akpeh anchored the seminar procedures and took participants through an interesting journey of The Foundation’s working in improving lives. DG Okey Okonkwo reviewed the state of the District, mapping out ways Rotarians and Clubs can do better in delivering service to humanity. PDG Ndukwe Chukwu followed with an inspiring story on why ‘we’ should give to The Rotary Foundation (TRF). He based his story on experiences of immense appreciation and goodwill accorded him. Notably, the District Foundation Chair, PDG Akabom Enebong handled the process of taking actions through the Rotary Foundation while AGD Linus Eze thrilled all with how The Rotary Foundation transforms gifts into projects.

     

     

    PAG Onyinye Ralph-Nwachukwu took a practical approach in guiding participants on simple and swift TRF giving via online tools. Relatively, ADRR Fortune Obieze gave an insight on innovative ways of giving to change lives. The learning options were not limited to physical presentations; through the virtual option, PDG Ijeoma Okoro engaged participants on the steps of TRF fundraising process while PDG Geeta Maneek handled how to harness significant gifts. Breakout sessions were initiated to gain more engagement and involvement; PDG Ndukwe Chukwu, DGE Grace Okaro, DGN Akan Emah and PAG Chika Ekwueme handled the sessions, taking participants through the challenges associated with giving to The Rotary Foundation and how to navigate them.

    An interactive session was also anchored to address some concerns of Rotary. The panel members were DG Okey Okonkwo, PDG Ndukwe Chukwu, PDG Akabom Enebong, PDG Jumoke Bamigboye and DGE Grace Okaro. One of the numerous high points of The Rotary Foundation Seminar and Dinner was unveiling of the Polio Book titled “So They Can Walk: The Story of Polio Eradication in Nigeria (The Rotary Perspective)”. With the foreword written by Dr. Tunji Funsho (Chairman, Nigeria National PolioPlus Committee); the book chronicles the story of polio eradication in Nigeria – the challenges, confrontations and contests that led to Nigeria becoming certified as a country that has interrupted the transmission of the indigenous wild poliovirus. Participants keyed into the launching call and supported the unveiling with great enthusiasm.

    After an engaging session of lectures and practical sessions, participants responded to the stimulus of giving and affirmed their commitment to support the good cause of The Rotary Foundation by donating. Instant donations to The Rotary Foundation were recorded and in return, DG Okey Okonkwo appreciated donors with beautiful gifts. The donating spree was not only limited to Rotarians and guests as Rotaractors joined the train and donated generously.

    The last activity marking The Rotary Foundation Seminar and Dinner was the Dinner proper. The dinner was set out as a platform to celebrate Rotarians, Rotaractors and Guests and also roll out appreciations for all supports to The Rotary Foundation. Among the recognitions and decorations carried out was that PAG Paul Ileka, who was decorated as a Major Donor and Benefactor of the Rotary Foundation. Also, PAG Segun Tijani was recognized and decorated as a Second Level Major Donor of the Rotary Foundation. A good number of Rotarians were decorated as Paul Harris Fellows at different levels. Indeed Rotary is where great causes are nurtured and sustained!

    If you are in need of a platform that would transform your gift into impactful projects, think Rotary!

    If you love humanity, join Rotary and contribute to a better world.

    We are a global network of 1.4 million neighbours, friends, leaders and problem solvers in need of more willing hands and more caring hearts to unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

    For more info, visit www.rotary.org or send a mail to ridistrict9142@gmail.com.

    You can equally chat us up via Social media. Facebook: Rotary International D9142 e-community. Instagram: @ri_district_9142
    #RotaryisGood

  • Excitement Builds as Rotary District 9142 Welcomes Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta & Spouse Rashi Mehta

    Excitement Builds as Rotary District 9142 Welcomes Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta & Spouse Rashi Mehta

    EXCITEMENT BUILDS AS ROTARY DISTRICT 9142 WELCOMES ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT SHEKHAR MEHTA AND SPOUSE RASHI MEHTA

    …to inaugurate Girl Child project, Literacy focused Schemes and Rotary Days Initiatives in the District.

    The Rotary International President, Shekhar Mehta, along with his Spouse Rashi is visiting District 9142.

    RI President & Wife, Shekhar and Rashi Mehta

    He will officially inaugurate the Skill Acquisition Training Centre on the Production of Reusable Sanitary Pads; Girl Child Scholarship Programme and implementation of the Rotary Day Initiative which will help improve the lives of our communities.

    RI President & Wife, Shekhar and Rashi Mehta

    RI President Shekhar and Rashi Mehta are both champions of the Girl Child project. The Skill Acquisition Training centre will be a continuous programme scheduled in batches. The production of biodegradable reusable sanitary pads is aimed at improving female menstrual health and hygiene as well as the livelihood of the girl child. The first beneficiaries of the pilot project will demonstrate the production during the RI President visit.

    The host District Governor, Dr. Okey Okonkwo describes the visit as quite momentous considering the significant impact it will make both within and outside our District.

    Dr. Okey Okonkwo

    He points out that this is the second time a Rotary International President is vising our District. The RI President will induct new members into Rotary and decorate The Rotary Foundation contributors Paul Harris Fellows, Major Donors, Benefactors and Other Major Gifts Donors.

    Rotarians, Rotaractors and Friends of the Rotary family will be privy to an interactive, brainstorming and insightful session with Mehta. The Rotary International Presidents visit is expected to boost the spirit of selflessness in service and encourage Rotarians to Serve to Change Lives.

    Long Live Rotary International President, Mehta!

    Long Live Rotary District 9142!!

    Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!!!

  • Dr. Okey Okonkwo to be Installed as the 5th District Governor of Rotary District 9142.

     

    Dr. Okey Okonkwo to be installed as the 5th District Governor of Rotary District 9142. 

     

    To simplify the administrative process of Rotary, Clubs (supervised by Presidents) are grouped into Zones (supervised by Assistant Governors); thus, Zones are made up of a number of Clubs. These Zones and Clubs make up Districts which are supervised by District Governors. In Nigeria, there are four Districts – Districts 9110, 9125, 9141 and 9142.

    District 9142 consists of Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Cross River, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo. It is equally supervised by a District Governor. Aside service projects that promote peace, fight diseases, provide clean water, save mothers and children, support education, grow local economies and protect the environment, Rotary has activities that help strengthen its internal structure thus reinforcing the zeal to do more in serving communities. One of such activity is the installation ceremony of her leaders. Installation ceremonies are formal events that draw attendance from far and near. They mark official investiture of leaders who openly accept their roles and responsibilities and further pledge to uphold the tenet of Rotary by practicing Rotary’s motto of ‘Service above Self’. Such ceremonies also provide a suitable platform to attract and gain support for Rotary by raising funds to sponsor projects. In this case, it is the installation ceremony of the 5th District Governor of Rotary International District 9142.

    The installation ceremony is a formal event marked by features that support the good causes of Rotary. Rotarians are hand-raisers and the sign-us-up volunteers who selflessly give their time and talents to help those in need, to strengthen and lift up communities, to make someone’s day brighter, to lessen the load and improve people’s lives. Occasions such as installation ceremonies that mark the formal institution of leaders serve as a perfect opportunity for persons and organizations to formally recognize the hard work and efforts of Rotarians as they continue to volunteer and serve humanity selflessly. While there is no doubt that the world is indeed grateful to Rotarians for the good they keep doing, sometimes, we as humans, forget to express that gratitude in a way that resonates: the Installation of the 5th District Governor of Rotary International District 9142 is a well appropriated and articulated platform.

     

     

    As Rotarians maintain a laser focus on their goal of achieving a better world through volunteer services, support to Rotary activities could act as a great boost and fuel further growth and commitment for selfless services. As Rotarians, we serve humanity, help others, love everyone and care for each other. Reciprocating this gesture by supporting the installation ceremony of our District Governor will surely add wings to our abilities and capabilities.

    With gratitude, we look forward to having you share with us your compassion for service; with your support we can impact our communities in a lasting way.

    Understanding Rotary:

    Talking about Rotary is both an exciting and difficult task: Because it simply means talking about an organisation, a group of people found everywhere, creating positive impacts around the world. It also means taking a sum of all these and pinning it down to a definitive term.

    Rotary started as a single story far back 1905 in the city of Chicago, with just four persons (Paul Harris, Sylvester Schiele, Hiram Shorey and Gustavus Loehr), but today its story can be told in multiple layers.

    Rotary is a community of community leaders; this very noble organisation with an unending desire to serve humanity takes ordinary people and gives them extraordinary opportunity to do more with their lives than they ever dreamed possible.

    Quoting Rotarians-in-Action, “Rotary may not have invented service, but Rotary perfected it.” The ultimate purpose of Rotary is to serve; service and benefit for all communities even as it strives to reach everywhere, spreading goodwill to every region of the world.

     

    Who are Rotarians?

    Rotarians bear the emblem of Rotary. To be a Rotarian means being the reason someone smiles and have the cause to live on. Rotarians turn aims and ideals into actions while lowering barriers to help promote cooperation and understanding worldwide. People achieve self-actualisation in different ways; for Rotarians, it is in serving.

    Rotarians take action to create positive impacts, this goes to support Richard Louis Evan’s notion that “Doing is the Rotary way of serving”, this act of ‘doing’ is super contagious; it is a flu caught by every Rotarian. It provides the energy and motivation to keep on serving.

    More Rotarians, more Rotary clubs, more friends and more supports equate a better world.

    Supporting the Good Cause of Rotary

    Rotary unite leaders from all continents, cultures and occupation to exchange ideas and take action in communities around the world. Rotary is made up of three parts: The Clubs, Rotary International and the Rotary Foundation. Together, these three parts work to make lasting change in our communities and around the world.

    Rotary Clubs are grounded in the same values, addressing diverse and unique needs. The Club structure allows members to come together to strengthen their connections to friends and neighbours and their commitment to improving lives. They contribute their time, their energy and their hearts at just about every way possible.