Dr Jefferson Emeka Nnamani is an illustrious son of Enugu, born 15th December 1961, to the royal family of late HRH Igwe Daniel Nnamani, traditional ruler of Agbani, Enugu state, a District officer, Junior minister, parliamentarian in the 1st Republic and a renowned philanthropist who was instrumental in bringing development to the Wawa people of present day Enugu and Ebonyi State. Jeff grew up in Enugu State where he attended Agbani Road Primary School, Nsukka High School and National Grammar School, Nike.

He later proceeded to College of Arts and Science, Oko, Anambra, where his love for arts and culture was cultivated. He bagged his first degree in Political Science and Administration as well as a master’s degree in Public Administration at the University of Maiduguri, Borno. In his formative years in Enugu, Jeff excelled in football and was legendary for his goal scoring so much so that he was fondly teased by friends with the phrase “meme gba ka anyi na”. His love for the sport of football is still alive till date. Jeff is a man driven by his cherished values of devotion, consistency, honesty, and hard work.

All these clearly stood him out in his career as he rose from the humble position of Sales Representative at Elf Marketing Nigeria Limited (later merged with Total Nigeria Plc. in 2001) to General Manager Sales, General Manager Strategy and finally upon his retirement in 2015 to the position of Non-Executive Director, Strategy, Total Nigeria Plc.

As he journeyed through the corporate world, he garnered experience in human capital and resource management, leading to him successfully delivering on various projects yielding results and dividends for shareholders. Jeff was an instrumental member on the board of Nicon Insurance Corporation and Yaba College of Technology governing Council. He is a Fellow Institute of Credit Administrators, FICA as well as a member of Institute of Directors, IOD. In words and deeds, Jeff is a man who unabashedly preaches honesty, integrity, sacrifice, hard work and humility as the pillar upon which one must serve in any capacity in life.

These values have served him well in his almost 30 years in public service. Jeff is married to Princess Dorothy a medical doctor, daughter from the royal family of Late HRH Igwe Chukwuma Nwankwo, traditional ruler of Obinagu Uwani Akpugo, Nkanu LGA, another renowned philanthropist, known to his people as a peace maker. Who was one of those instrumental in the creation of today's Enugu State, owned the nostalgic Olympic Football Club that produced national heroes such as Christian Chukwu of Rangers and many others.

The union between Jeff and Dorothy is blessed with 4 children. Remarkably, Jeff's developmental politics is mirrored after his Father, a great man who believed in community welfare and as such delivered equity around the community of Agbani and beyond. Jeff remains driven by the understanding that development is communal.

This trait of Jeff was also sharpened under the tutelage of his brothers, the late Justice Augustine Nnamani, who was a former Attorney General and Minister of Justice of the Federal Republic of Nigeria prior to becoming Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, Late Justice Chukwurah Isaac Nnamani and his late father-in law, HRH Late Igwe Chukwuma Nwankwo. The indelible influence of these great men can be seen in the various philanthropic activities of Dr Jefferson Emeka Nnamani; a humble, respectful, empathetic, burden bearer of his people and traditional man whose many acts of service have been conducted quietly but loudly recognized and applauded by those whom he has served. His philanthropic activities show that he is a man who embraces diversity and inclusion.

The Covid-relief palliatives in 2020 he donated to the various villages that make up Agbani in Nkanu West Local Government Area was instrumental in providing the people the required support and assistance as they awaited government intervention. He also contributed financially to the state government in support of other local governments in the state. Jeff is an ardent lover of culture and heritage, expressed through his love and support of arts, music, dancing across various community dance troupes.

He also supports various other community initiatives including family educational supports, youth sports initiatives, especially as he has remained an active footballer as well as lawn tennis player, etc. His various supports have led to him being awarded the chieftaincy titles “Akpaka Igbo 1 of Agbani”, “Nwanne di na mba of Achi”, “Nwa chi ya na evuro uzo of Awgu”. Enugu State University also awarded him an Honorary Doctorate for his various support in education. He was equally recognized for his selfless service with an 042 award, given to those considered to be true sons of the soil (ndi Enugu).

His mantra is often summarized in this statement, "I believe development starts from changing the mindset of the people and working with the mindset of the people.” Jeff is a man who relates across all age groups. He is loved by the youths. A great listener and always a man of the people who lives for the people, Jeff has always been self-less, contented, and respectful, an 042 original in all respects.

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