Castle Park University, USA, Honours Leaders with Honorary Doctoral Degrees in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria – September 2025 – The illustrious Novare Mall, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, came alive on Saturday with pomp and prestige as Castle Park University, Missouri, USA, in collaboration with its affiliated institutes—the Institute for Crisis Resolution, Peacebuilding and Conciliation and the Institute of Cyber Security Professionals—hosted a colorful academic ceremony that conferred honorary doctoral degrees on a distinguished class of eminent Nigerians.
The landmark event was described as a fusion of intellect, leadership, and global recognition, celebrating individuals whose achievements in governance, peacebuilding, cyber security, divinity, and humanitarian service have set them apart as icons of ethical leadership and nation-building.
The landmark recognition celebrated leadership excellence, societal contributions, and professional impact across governance, faith, peacebuilding, and cyber diplomacy. The event was described by participants as a defining moment that not only honored individual achievements but also reaffirmed Nigeria’s growing influence in global academic and leadership circles.
The memorable occasion drew personalities from all walks of life, blending the grandeur of academia with the pride of national achievement. Awardees were hailed as men and women of influence whose contributions have strengthened peacebuilding, governance reforms, ministry, education, and cybersecurity resilience across Nigeria.
Speaking on behalf of the university, Ambassador Dr. Izuka Elkanah Okeke, Castle Park University’s Country Representative, praised the honorees as “torchbearers of ethical leadership in a digital and turbulent age.” He emphasized that the affiliation between the university and the peace and cyber institutes gives the recognition both moral weight and global credibility, urging the awardees to deepen their roles as change agents in their communities.
The university stressed that these honorary degrees were not simply accolades, but moral mandates, urging every Nigerian to rise to the challenge of building a nation rooted in peace, security, and development.
“Peace is everyone’s duty. Security is everyone’s concern. Leadership is everyone’s call,” declared Amb. Dr. Izuka Elkanah Okeke, leaving the audience with a stirring challenge to participate in reshaping Nigeria’s future.
Among the notable awardees was Pastor Victoria Olorunmodimu, a respected minister under the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), FCT 5 – Desire of Nations Parish. Celebrated for her spiritual leadership and humanitarian outreach, Pastor Olorunmodimu’s recognition was hailed as a testament to the role of faith-based leadership in nation-building and community transformation.
Castle Park University, renowned for its forward-looking mission to shape global leaders, has strengthened its academic relevance by forging partnerships with institutes specializing in peace, reconciliation, crisis management, and cybersecurity. Through these affiliations, the honorary degrees transcend ceremonial value, representing a deeper commitment to global innovation, governance ethics, and societal transformation.
The conferment at Novare Mall was described by observers as more than an academic recognition—it was a symbolic charge for the honorees to embody peace, cyber diplomacy, and ethical governance in their respective spheres. The ceremony ended with the awardees pledging to remain ambassadors of transformation, echoing the transformative vision of Castle Park University and its affiliated institutions.
Castle Park University, Missouri, USA, has continued to cement its global reputation as a forward-looking academic institution dedicated to nurturing leaders committed to socio-economic development, peace, and innovation.
With a mission to develop professionals who enhance the world’s socio-economic landscape and a vision to transform human lives through technology, peacebuilding, and leadership values, the university has emerged as a model for excellence in higher education.
Through its affiliations with leading institutes in peacebuilding, crisis management, reconciliation, and cybersecurity studies, Castle Park University bridges the gap between academic recognition and real-world impact. At its Abuja honorary doctorate ceremony, the institution reaffirmed its belief that graduates and honorees must serve as torchbearers of ethical leadership in today’s complex and interconnected world.
Among the distinguished recipients was Pastor Victoria Olorunmodimu, presiding pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Desire of Nations, FCT 5. She was celebrated for her unwavering spiritual leadership, dedication to humanitarian service, and tireless advocacy for women and youth empowerment. Pastor Olorunmodimu received the Honorary Doctorate in Leadership and Governance, a recognition hailed as a powerful affirmation that faith-based leadership continues to play a transformative role in shaping communities and nations for the better.
Other honorees, drawn from diverse fields such as governance, education, entrepreneurship, and cybersecurity, were equally applauded as symbols of Nigeria’s excellence and growing contribution to global progress. Their recognition underscored the ceremony’s message that ethical leadership and innovation are vital drivers of peace, development, and international cooperation.
The conferment at Novare Mall stood as a defining moment, weaving together the ideals of scholarship, spirituality, and service into a single tapestry of purpose. It underscored Castle Park University’s vision of producing leaders who not only achieve but also inspire, reminding the awardees that every honor carries with it a greater duty.
For the audience, the message was clear: peacebuilding, ethical governance, and cyber responsibility cannot be left to a select few—they are shared mandates for all citizens.
In the end, the ceremony was not just about degrees conferred, but about responsibilities entrusted—a charge to build societies where integrity guides governance, compassion anchors faith, and innovation secures the digital future.
