From Okoli Sunday PRO, Ministry of Works Awka
Many great men have tales of humble beginnings to tell, a fact that buttresses the saying that ‘nothing good comes easy’. More often than not, the tale of grass to grace reflects hardwork, diligence, perseverance and staunch determination! Such is the story of Rtn Ifeanyi Aniagoh, Senior Special Assistant on Social Media to the Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano. A man whose story of glory is not just encouraging but also a challenge to many youths. M.O.P (Man Of the People) as he is fondly called, has never waited for opportunities, he grabbed them. He never waited for windfalls, he created them. While others were dreaming with their eyes tightly shut on beds, his dreams followed him everywhere, even on the streets. At quite an early age, M.O.P, realized his ends would not meet if he kept waiting for his struggling parents to do everything for him. He knew he could not forfeit education no matter what his situation dictated, he had to create his own tune and dance to the outcome, he grabbed his fate with both hands and made some life changing decisions that did just that-changed his life. Won numerous awards and has attended countless workshops both within and outside the country. And just recently was among the finalists for the Future Awards Africa. The African awards which celebrates young people between the ages of 18 and 31, who have made outstanding achievements in the year under consideration across Africa. It is easy to look at him and assume that he got lucky in life but those who know his story can vividly give account of how he never gave up but kept pushing. For one who believes in the unity of his people, most importantly the youths, he was honoured with a chieftaincy title of “Igwe Bu Ike” 1 of Omasi Kingdom by HRH Igwe Dr. B.O Okeji of Omasi Kingdom. ‘Igwe bu ike’ in igbo parlance means ‘in unity there is strength’. An entrepreneur per excellence, M.O.P is the founder and owner of Ifeadinmesi Blog ( www.ifeadinmesi.com ), a Pan-Igbo Blog that promotes the Igbo culture and tell its story. He has mentored lots of youths, creating both direct and indirect job opportunities through his numerous grassroots initiatives. He is a proud son of Anambra, the future of Nigeria and Africa emerging entrepreneurial giant. Today, we celebrate him as he continues to motivate and inspire youth across the land. Congratulation Igwe Bu Ike 1