Church Of Nigeria Anglican Communion Diocese On The Lake Confers Nehemiah Award On Chief Sir Ugochukwu Kingsley Okoroafor
....Honours Late Dad With Posthumous award
By Amaechi Chidinma
In appreciation for their outstanding service to God and humanity ,
The adage " honour is given to whom Honour is due " played out on Sunday 12th April 2026 at St.Mathias Anglican Church Nkwesi , Oguta Local Governing Area of Imo State as Chief Sir. Kingsley Ugochukwu Okoroafor ( Nnukwu Ihe Oguta) was confered with the most cherished NEHEMIAH Award, ( the highest award in the Diocese), alongside with his Late Dad , Sir.Mark Chijioke Okoroafor who also bagged a POSTHUMOUS appreciation award courtesy of His Lordship, Rt.Rev Chijioke B.N Oti Ph.D (JP) Bishop On the Lake and his amiable wife Mrs Ijeoma P. Oti, MA (JP) .
The award ceremony which took place during the thanksgiving service of the first session of the 7th Synod of the Diocese of the lake, attracted Church faithful , family friends , wellwishers and captain of industries who where on ground to witness the historic event.
.Interracting with news men after the event Chief Sir Kingsley Okoroafor disclosed that the recognitions was as a result of their unquantifiable passion in encouraging God's work and serving humanity with love,
He expressed happiness that the good work of the Okoroafor's family is being recognised and appreciated by the church. He thanked the Lord Bishop for finding him and his Dad worthy for the award.
Speaking further , Chief Sir Kingsley Okoroafor also expressed deep gratitudes to the church leadership and members, he described the award as humbling and encouraging, he maintained that the honour given to him will also serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement for him to continue dedicating his life to the service of God and humanity .
Chief Sir Kingsley Okoroafor reaffirmed his Unwavering commitment to supporting the church and promote moral and spiritual Development in the church and within the society.
Chief Sir Kingsley Okoroafor also appreciated the church for it's vital role in shaping moral values and remaining a pillar of faith.
Admonishing christians, Bishop of the Lake Rt.Rev Chijioke B.N Oti, Ph.D (JP) who spoke in line with the theme : "Walking in His Steps:Rediscovering the humility of Christ in today's church, Philippians 2:5-11" stressed on the need for Christians to be Christlike . He described the year's synod as the best since ever in the Diocese of the lake .
Also in his sermon the Bishop of Ndokwa Diocese who came all the way from Delta State to officiate at the synod, Bishop Festus Nwafili also gave a brief incite on the theme , he said " Any one who want to follow Jesus Christ must let go of pride , learn to live a life of sacrifice" he admonished.
Meanwhile, Rev. Harrison Anderson Resident Priest and Anglican Vicar of Abiaziem Parish and other church leaders from Abiaziem community (the homestead ) of Chief Sir Kingsley Okoroafor who spoke with our reporter
on the special occasion of the Synod of the Diocese of the Lake described Chief Okoroafor as a man of exceptional virtue , loved by his people due to his humility and generiousity , noting that his lifestyle reflects the through essence of fatherhood and Christian service , they reiterated that his numerous humanitarian guestures , dedication to the welfare of the church and Community advancement made him eminently deserving of the Nehemiah award.
The vicar of St. Mathias Angiican church Nkwesi Rev Kenneth Okparaeke expressed happiness for a successful hosting , He revealedthat Synod is a time to brainstorm and chart a way forward in the Anglican Communion as he seized the platform to congratulate the deserving awardees.
In her felicitation message , wife of the receipient Lady Engr. Chidinma Geraldine Kingsley who felt so elated said" I sincerely thank my Lord Bishop by for honouring my Husband. This award will encourage him the more to serving God and humanity" she submitted.
The Local Organizing committee chairman Mr.Nkem Olisa Udom thanked God for a successful outing , he described the theme of the year's synod as and apt one considering the time and circumstances, which according to him examplified the life of Christ , he emphersized that the theme will impact positively into the lives of Christians.
He said the theme will also serve as a reminder for Christians to rededicate their lives to God.
The highlight of the event showcased the cutting of the synod cake , the handing over of synod flag to the next host St. Stephen's Anglican Church Akabo as announced by Rt. Rev.Bishop Oti , As Oguta emerged the winner of the Synod trophy for the yeas 2026
