{
  "id": 17155992,
  "title": "NNAMDI ONYIRE: AN HONOUR FOR A ROLE MODEL",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/nnamdi-onyire-an-honour-for-a-role-model",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-30T00:09:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/30/nnamdi-onyire-an-honour-for-a-role-model/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Prof. Nnamdi Benson Onyire, a renowned professor of medicine at Alex Ekwueme Federal University in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, was recently honored with a prestigious traditional chieftaincy title by traditional ruler of Obosi kingdom, Igwe Chidubem Iweka. The title, Akadire Obosi, was bestowed upon him during the celebration of his 15th Iwaji/Obiora festival at Obosi township stadium on October 24, 2026. This honor was given to Dr. Onyire in recognition of his exceptional medical career, mentorship of younger colleagues, significant research contributions, philanthropic deeds, and numerous leadership achievements. Some of his accomplishments include rebuilding the Obosi Development Union (ODU) Enugu branch, serving as the chairman of the BOT of Obosi Village Square (OVS) WhatsApp group, and helping countless individuals achieve their career goals, secure quality education, and find employment. Dr. Onyire's inspiring story, which began with a deprived childhood, has motivated many to persevere in their academic, business, literary, and artistic pursuits. He has been hailed as a role model for the younger generations of Obosi, who are striving to achieve greatness in their respective fields. Dr. Onyire's success is not an isolated case, as he shares this distinction with other notable Obosi natives, including former Commonwealth of Nations secretary-general Chief Emeka Anyaoku, legal luminary and founder of the free legal aids council the late Chief Chimezie Ikeazor, former Nigerian senator Chief Mike Ajegbo, and former aviation minister Chief Osita Chidoka. These individuals have all made significant contributions to the development of Obosi and its people.",
  "summary": "The traditional ruler of Obosi kingdom, HRM, Igwe Chidubem Iweka (Eze Iweka III), bestowed a special and revered traditional chieftaincy title on Prof. Nnamdi Benson Onyire, a professor of medicine",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}