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Prof. Chinedu Ogwus and his wife, Amb. Dr. Ekwutoziam Ogwus Chinedu, have dedicated a new Presbyterian Church of Nigeria edifice at Edeoha Parish in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State.
The dedication ceremony, held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, attracted traditional rulers, political stakeholders, religious leaders, family members, friends and other well-wishers from within and outside the community.
The ceremony was conducted by the Supreme Head of the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, His Eminence, Most Rev. Dr. Ekpenyong Nyong Akpanika, alongside the Niger Delta Synod of the church.
The dedication marked an expression of faith and thanksgiving by the Ogwus Chinedu family, who offered the new edifice for Christian worship, prayer, fellowship and spiritual growth.
Among the traditional rulers who attended the event were Eze Ekpeye Logbo, His Imperial Majesty, Eze Sir (Amb.) Kelvin Ngozi Anugwo, and His Majesty, King (Amb.) Noble Friday Uwoh, Eze Igbu-Ehuda IV, the Supreme Monarch of the Ancient Ahoada Kingdom.
Other community leaders, relatives and friends also attended the ceremony to celebrate with the family. Among them were Engr. Ndubuisi Azuka Utulu and Dr. Chika.
The Omega Power Ministry, Trans Amadi Branch, was represented at the event by a delegation led by Pastor Steve Osiago.
Political stakeholders at the ceremony included the New Nigeria People’s Party chairmen of Ahoada East and Abua-Odual local government areas, Pastor Joe and Hon. Edi Omagile, respectively.
Beyond the religious significance of the event, the dedication also drew attention to the couple’s reported contributions to education, youth sports development and humanitarian support for widows and less privileged members of society.
Through these initiatives, the couple have supported community development efforts aimed at improving livelihoods, encouraging youth participation and providing assistance to vulnerable groups.
Amb. Dr. Ekwutoziam Ogwus Chinedu, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, is the chief executive officer of Ekash Collections and vice-president of the Ogwus Youth Empowerment and Community Development Organization (OYECDO).
She is also seeking election to the House of Representatives for the Ahoada East/Abua-Odual Federal Constituency under the platform of the NNPP.
Her activities span business, philanthropy, youth empowerment and political participation, with a focus on community engagement and development.
For the Ogwus Chinedu family, the dedication represented an opportunity to express gratitude to God and contribute to the spiritual life of their community.
The new church is expected to provide a place of worship and fellowship for members of the congregation, while serving future generations in Edeoha and surrounding communities.
The ceremony ended with prayers and thanksgiving, as the family and other attendees celebrated what they described as a significant milestone in their faith and commitment to service to God and humanity.
