Uchenna Eze Receives U.S. Varsity Honorary Doctorate, Urges Citizens to Embrace Land Banking
By Genesis Ogiri
Abuja, Nigeria — August 2, 2025
The National Merit Award House, Maitama, was the scene of grandeur today as Ambassador Dr. Uchenna Eze, Managing Director of Esthington Links Limited and Chairman of the Esthington Group of Companies, was conferred with an Honorary Doctoral Degree by the prestigious British American Open University, California. The ceremony attracted dignitaries from across Nigeria and the international community, affirming Dr. Eze’s place among Africa’s foremost leaders in business and humanitarian service.
In a moment of prestige and pride, Uchenna Eze, a visionary entrepreneur and trailblazer in Nigeria’s real estate sector, has been conferred with an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Real Estate Management. This recognition celebrates his exceptional contributions to housing development, innovative property solutions, and the transformation of urban landscapes across the nation.
Dr. Eze has distinguished himself as a leader whose foresight and integrity continue to redefine the real estate industry. His commitment to affordability, quality, and community-oriented projects has not only provided thousands of Nigerians with homes but also stimulated economic growth, job creation, and sustainable urban development.
The honorary doctorate further affirms Dr. Eze’s standing as a pioneer and thought leader, whose professional excellence inspires the next generation of real estate developers and entrepreneurs. With this milestone, Dr. Eze cements his legacy as more than a businessman—he is a nation-builder and beacon of innovation in Nigeria’s property landscape.
The atmosphere was filled with celebration and gratitude as Dr. Uchenna Eze was conferred with the prestigious Honorary Doctoral Degree in Real Estate Management, a recognition that highlights his extraordinary contributions to the real estate sector and his unwavering dedication to national development.
In his remarks to newsmen, Dr. Eze lauded the awarding university for finding him worthy of such a distinguished honor, describing the moment as one of the greatest milestones of his professional journey. With heartfelt appreciation, he also extended warm gratitude to his team members, whose resilience and loyalty he credited as the backbone of his success.
“This milestone is not mine alone; it is a collective triumph,” Dr. Eze declared. “Together, we have transformed challenges into opportunities, and vision into reality. I dedicate this award to God Almighty, the unfailing source of my strength, wisdom, and inspiration.”
In his reinforcement words, Dr. Eze pledged to continue upholding the highest ethical standards, transparency, and integrity in his leadership journey. He noted that leadership in any field — especially in real estate where the lives and livelihoods of families are directly impacted — is not merely a position but a sacred trust that must be discharged with responsibility, fairness, and vision.
Beyond the honor, Dr. Eze seized the moment to make a passionate call for Nigerians to embrace the opportunity of land ownership, revealing that premium plots are currently available for as low as ₦1.5 million. He stressed that land remains one of the safest and most rewarding investments. “Land never depreciates. I urge every forward-looking Nigerian to act now, as today’s decision to invest in property becomes tomorrow’s generational legacy,” he advised.
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This call to action further underscores his reputation as a visionary leader and nation-builder, whose influence continues to reshape the property landscape in Nigeria.
The conferment of an Honorary Doctoral Degree on Amb. Dr. Uchenna Eze by the British American Open University, California, stands as both a personal milestone and a testament to his unwavering commitment to service, integrity, and innovation. The grandeur of the ceremony at the National Merit Award House, Maitama, reflected not only the esteem in which he is held but also the hope he embodies for Nigeria’s future.