Recognition of Exemplary Philanthropy: Govt. Names Major Street In Enugu After Dr Ejikeme Odumegwu
In recognition of exemplary philanthropy, the Enugu North Local Government Area (LGA) has announced renaming of a major street after Dr Ejikeme Odumegwu, Founder and Executive Director of Owelle Ejikeme Odumegwu Foundation.
Odumegwu, who is the Owelle of Nsukka, had used his philanthropic work to touch thousands of lives in education, healthcare, community and public amenities provision in Enugu State and Nigeria at large.
This is contained in a Certificate of Street Naming document issued by the Council’s Town Engineer, Engr. B.E. Ugwu, on behalf of the Executive Chairman of Enugu North LGA, Dr Ibenaku Onoh, made available to newsmen on Sunday in Enugu.
According to him, Odumegwu is recognised for exemplary philanthropy and positive contributions to humanity in Enugu metropolis all these years.
The document reads: “With reference to your application for a street name dated 30/09/25 and having met the basic requirement necessary for granting street name in Enugu North LGA.
“I hereby convey provisional approval that the route in question located within former P&T Quarters, Ogui Road should henceforth be known and addressed as Dr Ejikeme Odumegwu Street.
“This tarred route of about 750 metres long emanated from a point along Holy Ghost and terminates at another point along Before Bridge Connecting Zik Avenue.
“You are to liaise with the Works and Transport Department to: (i) Construct two street signposts bearing the name Dr Ejikeme Odumegwu Street in accordance with our specifications. (ii) Mount the two signposts as appropriate.
“You are, however, to note that this certificate as well as the right and privilege it conveys on the bearer is subject to review without consultation by the Local Government Council. Accept congratulations.”
