An academia, Prof. Emeka Udegbunam, a member of Ozubulu in Diaspora has transformed the lives of five brothers from Umuomukwe, Amakwa – Ozubulu in Ekwusigo LGA of Anambra State.
Prof. Udegbunam was moved to action when he saw the harsh living conditions faced by the Ikeotuonye brothers in their dilapidated homes.
The benefactor who had studied the brothers for some period decided to help build a spacious bungalow for each sibling. A prayer session was organised for the family to commit them to God and prepare them for the great things coming to their household.
On January 1, 2025, the keys to the new houses were joyfully handed over to the brothers. Though the benefactor was not present, he entrusted the task of presenting the house keys to his respected mentor, Ide John Udeagbala, whom he benefited from his scholarship.
In his brief speech at the event, Ide John Udeagbala praised Prof. Udegbunam’s generous act, calling it unprecedented in Amakwa village. He urged others to follow suit and support those in need, emphasizing the positive impact such actions can have on relieving societal suffering.
In his address, Prince Iykebest Malizu, a former National President, Amakwa Development Union and the incumbent Administrative Secretary of Ozubulu Development Union, revealed that Prof. Udegbunam has already built eight houses for the indigents in Ozubulu community and currently working on three more projects.
He described Prof. Udegbunam as a destined individual with spiritual gifts inherited from his paternal grandmother. Prince Malizu emphasized that the benefactor’s philanthropy is guided by spiritual directives.In his vote of thanks, the eldest beneficiary, Mr Emmanuel Ikeotuonye who spoke on behalf of his brothers thanked Prof. Udegbunam for changing their lives stories. He prayed for God’s endless blessings in the life of the generous benefactor.
Apart from the housing projects, Prof. Emeka Udegbunam has also empowered many people in Ozubulu community and across Anambra State with seed capital for business and various kinds of scholarships.