US Varsity Honours Ejiro Ernest Ofoye with Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration

By Genesis Ogiri

ABUJA — In a ceremony radiating academic prestige and professional distinction, Barrister Ejiro Ernest Ofoye, an accomplished legal practitioner and emerging force in Nigeria’s corporate and legal sectors, has been conferred with an Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration (Honoris Causa) by American Discovery University, Missouri, USA. The event drew leading figures from academia, the legal community, the business world, and public institutions, all gathered to celebrate individuals whose work exemplifies excellence, leadership, and impact.

Held at the Army Resource Centre, Asokoro, Abuja, the conferment ceremony embodied a blend of intellectual honour and dignified celebration. University representatives commended Ofoye’s impressive contributions at the intersection of law and business, describing him as a versatile professional whose understanding of corporate systems, governance structures, and legal frameworks positions him as a model of 21st-century leadership.

Barrister Ofoye, who also serves as the CEO of Umanaac Services Limited, a reputable contractor with the Nigerian Army, received high commendations for his strategic footprint in enterprise development, corporate advisory, and institutional strengthening.

Delivering his citation, representatives of the university highlighted Ofoye’s growing influence within the corporate legal environment, noting that his expertise extends beyond litigation and advisory roles into strategic business management. They emphasized that the Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) recognizes achievers whose work aligns with global standards of innovation, professionalism, and ethical excellence.

According to the awarding institution, the selection of Barrister Ofoye for the Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration (Honoris Causa) reflects his demonstrated ability to integrate legal intelligence with business acumen—a rare blend essential for modern enterprise development and organizational leadership.

In his acceptance remarks, Dr. (Hon.) Ejiro Ernest Ofoye expressed profound appreciation for the honour, describing it as both humbling and deeply inspiring. He noted that such recognition reaffirms his belief that dedication, integrity, and consistency remain valuable pillars in today’s society.

He stated that the honorary doctorate strengthens his commitment to bridging the worlds of law and business—two critical pillars he considers indispensable for sustainable national development. “This recognition is a call to deeper responsibility,” he said, emphasizing that leadership, service, and innovation must remain at the heart of Nigeria’s development journey.

Speaking further, Dr. Ofoye pledged to uphold the highest standards of ethics, leadership, and professional discipline. He stressed that true honour is not tied to titles but to the quality of one’s impact on society.

While addressing Newsway Reporters, Dr. Ofoye lauded American Discovery University for finding him worthy of the award. He affirmed that every achievement comes with renewed responsibility, adding with visible excitement that “the reward for good work is more work.” He dedicated the honour to all emerging professionals striving to create value in their respective fields.

Guests at the ceremony described him as a disciplined lawyer and forward-looking business mind whose professional journey is marked by resilience, excellence, and intellectual curiosity. Many expressed confidence that this recognition signals the beginning of even greater advancements in his legal, corporate, and socio-economic engagements.

The event climaxed with the official presentation of the Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) certificate, followed by congratulatory messages from colleagues, friends, and senior professionals who praised his dedication to excellence. The hall erupted in applause as he received the honour, marking a proud moment for the legal and business communities alike.

With this prestigious recognition, Dr. Ejiro Ernest Ofoye (Hon.) now joins an elite circle of honorary doctorate recipients whose work continues to shape national discourse on leadership, governance, and the future of enterprise in Nigeria and beyond.

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