…. Holds thanksgiving service at RCCG Alakuko
All roads will lead to the Redeem Christian Church of God (RCCG LP29), Baale Animashaun Road, Alakuko, Lagos State on August 10 for the birthday celebration and thanksgiving service in honour of Dr. Ikhayere Jossy Ijie, as he clocks 60.
He will also be using the occasion to thank God as he retires from the active service of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA).
After the church service, reception of guests follows immediately at El-Shaddai Marque Event Centre, 5A Terry Grillo Street, U-Turn Bus Stop, Abule-Egba, Lagos State.
Dr. Ijie has put in 30 years of unblemished service to his fatherland.
Below is his profile.
On August 8, 1965, a baby boy, Dr Ijie Ikhayere, was born into the devout christian family of Hon. & Mrs M. O ijie in the peaceful town of Ibore .
He started his western education at Ibore Primary School, Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State.
Little Ijie Ikhayere journeyed to Okpilla in 1979 for his secondary education at Ikpomaza Grammar School Okpilla but later proceeded to Adollo College Benin City where he completed his secondary school certificate in 1985.
On completion of his secondary education, he got admission into College of Education Ekiadolor Benin City in 1986/87 session
to study Mathematics and Economics.
Ijie Ikhayere again proceeded to the University of Porthacourt where he bagged a degree in economics & education with second class upper division and emerging as the third best graduating student in the faculty before enlisting into the NDLEA in 1994 as a Cadet officer and later rose to the rank of Deputy commander of Nacortics. DCN.
His love for Education is undeniable. While, working, he proceeded for his Msc Economics a degree he obtained in 2001 at Ambrose Alli university Ekpoma.
A relentless soul in terms of aqusition of knowledge, 2002 he was in the University of Lagos where he earned a Master degree in International Law and Diplomacy.
Dr ijie rounded up his academic pursuit in the University of Abuja between 2015 – 2019 with a Doctorate in Economics.. Specialising in health economics and econometrics.
Academic Publication.
As a man of letters, Dr ijie jossy has several publications in both local and international journals some which are
(1) Interest Rate and Fiscal Deficits in Nigeria : An impact analysis.
Published by Lafia Journal of Economics.
(2) Effects of Substance abuse on Nigeria’s Economic Performance.
Published by Innovation Journals of Social Sciences.. 2020
(3) Global Economic Uncertainty and Monetary Policy Intervention: A case study of Sub Sahara African Countries.
Published in 2020 by The Lapai International Jounals of Management and Social Sciences.
(4) Government Expenditure on Substance Abuse and Economic growth in Nigeria : An analytical Approach.
Published by Nile Jounals of Business and Economics.2021
(5) Substance Abuse, Labour Force, and Economic Growth in Nigeria. An empirical analysis.
Published by Scholars’ PRESS and Amazon.
(6)Numerous newspapers publications.
– Marwa: New Dawn in NDLEA.. Published by Blueprint Newspaper. 25th February 2021.
CAREER.
Dr ijie started his public service career as a secondary school teacher in 1992, with the Edo State government. Like I said before he enlisted into the National Drug law Enforcement Agency in 1994 as a Cadet officer and Rose to the Rank of DCN.
He has also held several positions at NDLEA, including.. Principal Staff Officer (PSO) in Various state commands of NDLEA.
AREA Commander in many states, including Ogun, Adamawa, Taraba, Jigawa, Enugu states and most recently FCT.
The professional training/courses he has attended includes but not limited to are.
(1) NDLEA six months Basic Course 1994
(2) Middle Mananers Course.. Organised by United Nation Office on Drugs and crime. (UNODC) 2017
a) Response to drugs and related organised crime in Nigeria. By UNODC 2017
b) Advanced course on Response to drugs and Related Organised Crime in Nigeria… The Training funded by European Union.
(3) Standard First Aid Course by UNODC
(4) Joint Operation Campaign planning Course.. By British Military Advisory Training TEAM. (BMATT)
(5) Basic Terrorism Financing.. By Federal Bureau of investigation.
(6) Free Movement of person and migration in West Africa. By European Union.
(7) implementation of Human rights in the administration of Criminal justice Act. (2015)..by Baze University Abuja.
(8) The Political Economy of Globalisation :it’s implications in the
development Process of Developing Nations.
Online publication, year 2001
(9) External Debt and Economic Development in Nigeria (1970-1997)
(10) The need for the Reformation of the United Nation Organisation… Online Publication.. 2001
AWARDS:
Because of his dedication and loyalty to work Dr ijie received has various awards from both government and Non-governmental organisations, which includes.
a) Pragmatic Leadership Awards by Society for Public Orientation Against Drugs and Crime. (SPODAC)
b) Excellent Service to Humanity by Peace Magazine
c) Moratorium Service Gold Award by Human Rights Awareness.
d) Appreciation Award by Nigerian Army Guards Brigade.
e) Golden Award for excellence by Nigerian Print Journalism.
f) Excellence Award by Association of Hospital and Administrative Pharmacists of Nigeria.. 26th June 2018.
g) Gold Merit Award by Commandant Army War College. 10th December 2018.
BEST MOMENT IN LIFE :
Ijie’s best moments are when he is with his family and watching matches. He is a Die hard Arsenal fan.
His hobbies include reading
Reading.
FAMILY.
He is married to the love of his life, Dconess (Mrs) Ijie Joy and the family is blessed with children.
finally.
Dr Ijie ikhayere jossy is a devout christian. He is presently a consultant econometrician with Scholars’ Press and Amazon.
Diokpa Nzekwu for burial, August 1st
The Nzekwu family of Umuohule quarters, Umuidinisagba Village, Ibusa, Oshimili North Local Government Area, Delta State, has formally announced the passing of their beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and elder statesman Diokpa Fidelis Nduka Nzekwu.
Pa Fidelis Nduka Nzekwu born on the 14th day of April, 1924, was a retired Senior Nigerian Police Officer, a music lover, and an accomplished sportsman. He lived a remarkable life, marked by unwavering faith, wisdom, humility, and dedicated service to his family, community, and humanity. His legacy of courage, integrity, discipline, and leadership will be forever remembered and cherished.
In an obituary announcement signed by Dr. Henry Onyia Nzekwe, the Service of Songs will hold at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Ibusa.
The Pre- Funeral Welcome Entertainment has been scheduled for the family compound, Umuohule, Umuidinisagba Village, Ibusa. 7.30 pm.
The Lying-in-State ceremony is also scheduled for his residence, Umuohule Quarters, Ibusa, from 9am to 11am, to be followed by the Funeral Mass at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Ibusa. 12 noon.
The Interment holds at his home in Ibusa. Only immediate family will attend.
The Reception follows at the family compound, Umuohule Quarters, Umuidinisagba Village, Ibusa, while the funeral events will be concluded on Monday, August 4th with traditional rites.
Diokpa Nduka Nzekwu is survived by his wife, Chief Mrs. Theresa Omebe Nzekwu; their children: Henry (a Strategic Communication Expert), Stella, Delia, Isioma, and Vivian; in-laws: the Henshaws, Uferes, Parkinsons, and Nwobis; grandchildren: Richard, David, Shanice, Tyrell, Adaoha, Nneka, and Ndidi; a great-grandchild, Chideziri; as well as his sisters, brother, and numerous nieces and nephews.
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