Steve Okey Onwuka at 60
Exclusive unveiling of three groundbreaking books
November 11, 2025, Main Hall, ECOWAS Commission, Asokoro, Abuja
An evening of reflection, culture, and celebration
About Event
About the Event
Marking his 60th birthday, Steve Okey Onwuka invites you to an unforgettable evening of ideas, art, and dialogue. The event will feature the official launch of his three latest works, offering a bold exploration of Africa’s challenges and the promise of renewal.
The Books
Discover three powerful works that reflect the struggles, hopes, and resilience of Africa. Each book by Steve Okey Onwuka offers a unique lens into leadership, youth, and society.
Africa: Vengeance of the Abandoned
This book confronts misplaced priorities, youth crises, and the enduring challenges of African governance, proposing the Pan-African perspective as a path forward.
Songs of Ogadi
A poetic cry of the abandoned child.
Through haunting imagery and lyrical storytelling, Steve captures the pains and silent songs of forgotten children, giving voice to their struggles and resilience.
The Dialogue: The Vulnerable and the Desperate
A contest between hope and despair.
Set against the realities of poverty and inequality, this book dramatizes the urgent dialogue between society’s most vulnerable and those striving for dignity.
Things you’ll Learn
The event will feature the official launch of his three latest works, offering a bold exploration of Africa’s challenges and the promise of renewal.
- Exclusive unveiling of three groundbreaking books"
- An afternoon of reflection, culture, and celebration
- Thought-provoking discussions on leadership, youth, and Africa’s future
November 11, 2025
Main Hall, ECOWAS Commission, Asokoro, Abuja Nigeria
Host
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Stephen Okechukwu Chikeziri Onwuka is a seasoned diplomat and global leadership practitioner with extensive experience in interfacing among international organizations, governments, and diplomatic missions. He has built a distinguished career in protocol management and international relations, fostering effective partnerships and facilitating seamless collaborations between multilateral institutions and their diverse stakeholders.
Born on November 11, 1965, in Bori, Ogoni (now Rivers State, Nigeria), Steve is the second child of Joseph and Lilian Onwuka. His family was displaced during the Nigerian civil War, returning to their hometown, Nkwerre, Imo State, where he completed his primary and secondary education. From an early age, Seteve displayed remarkable creative talent - excelling in public speaking, writing, drama, debate, and quiz competitions, earning numerous laurels for his schools and the admiration of teachers and peers alike. His passion for communication naturally guided his academic anfd professional journey.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Languages and Linguistics (English) from the University of Calabar (1991), an MBA in Global Leadership from the University of Liverpool, England, and an Academic Certificate , with honours , in Changing Global Order from the University of Leiden, The Netherlands. he began his career in the Nigerian Public Service in 1993, serving for 13 yeears in various capacities before joining the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in 2008, where he currently serves as the Chief of Protocol.
Career and Professional Experience
• Information Officer, Office of the Minister, Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
• Desk Editor, Abuja Today Newspaper
• Pioneer Head, Public Relations and Mobilization, FCT Family Economic Advancement Programme (FEAP)
• Assistant on Media Publicity , Office of the Executive Secretary, Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA)
• Pionner Events Manager, International Conference Centre and Eagle Square
• Senior Manager, Public Relations, National health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)
• Assistant Chief of Protocol, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA)
• Principal Protocol Officer (Chief of Protocol), ECOWAS Commission Notable Achievements
• Instrumental in transforming Abuja Today from an in-house journal into a national newspaper; edited three major beats - Business, Property, and Showbiz.
• Led massive grassroots mobilization under FEAP, enabling over 500,000 residents to access cottage industry loans.
• As Public Relations Manager at NHIS, played a played a key role in expanding enrolment to over 12 million Nigerians through strategic awareness campaigns.
• As Events Manager at ICC and Eagle Square, spearheaded a marketing reform that increased revenue by over 800%
Leadership and Public Engagement
A gifted public speaker and communicator, Steve is frequently invited to serve as Master of Ceremonies at high-profile national events. He is known for his eloquence and commitment to excellence, often quoting, "Who God has favoured to stand before Kings must be diligent at work"
To his children, he advises: "Never join in killing the reading culture, even while you embrace the internet and motion pictures".
To his nation, he declares: "Never abandon your dreams - for no nation did, and still became great".
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Agenda
Program of Event
12:00pm - 2:45pm
Guests arrive
1:00pm - 1:05pm
Anthem/Prayer
1:00pm - 1:15pm
Welcome speech by Chief Host H.E. Omar Aleiu Touray, Presideny, ECOWAS Commission
1:15pm - 1:25pm
Chairman's opening remarks by Mr. Boss Mustapha, Former SGF, Federal Republic of Nigeria
1:25pm - 1:30pm
Poem rendition
1:30pm - 1:50PM
Review of the dialogue and Songs of Ogadi by Prof Okey Ikechukwu
1:50pm - 2:10pm
Review of Africa: Vengance of the abandoned by H.E. Julius Sandy, High Commissioner of S. Leone to Nigeria
2:10pm - 2:15pm
Poem rendition
2:15pm - 2:40pm
Keynote address AMB Godknows Igali, Former Nigerian Ambassador to Scandinavian Countries.
2:40pm - 2:50pm
Comments/Intervention
2;50pm - 3:00pm
About the Author by Dr Orji Ogbonnaya, Executive Secretary, NEITI
3:00 - 3:50pm
Book enveiling by H.E. Rochas Okorocha, Founder Rochas foundation.
Chief Enger. Chibuike Achigbu, CEO CHIMONS GSA LTD
3:50pm - 4:00pm
Remarks by Guest of Honor, H.E. RT Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Deputy speaekr House of Reps
4:00pm - 4:05pm
Birthday cake
4:05pm - 4:10pm
Celebrant's remark
4:10pm - 4:20pm
Vote of thanks by Chairman Planning Committee, BAR. Olusegun Adekunle
4:20pm - 4:25pm
Anthem
Refreshment follows @ the Lobby
