Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, and his Imo counterpart, Hope Uzodimma, would, among other dignitaries, headline the public presentation of a book authored by the Publisher of Political Economist NG, Ken Ugbechie.

The book titled ‘Nigeria Heroes and Sheroes: Diary of a Journalist of Courage’, will be presented at an event slated for Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State.

The event would also feature the presentation of Political Economist Merit Award to some outstanding Nigerians and corporates in both the public and private sector.

A statement issued on Thursday by Ugbechie described the event as an occasion to celebrate development in the country and reward some of the people who, despite all odds, have sustained the spirit of nationalism and productivity at their various stations in life.

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The 644-page book published by Godson and Godman, publishers of Political Economist, curates milestones and imprints of development even as it exposes some of the perils that have over the decades slowed down the advancement of the nation.

“The book periscopes Nigeria’s journey through the decades. It chronicles a people’s march through a forest of hope, faith, triumphs and trials. It details, with clarity, the author’s perspectives on every sector of our national existence.

“The choice of title, Heroes and Sheroes, is deliberate. Regardless of the multitude of challenges tugging at the nation, there are still oasis of hope created by outstanding men and women whose sweat ensured that we still have a country geographically so defined,” the statement added.

Those expected to be honoured at the event include Governors Udom Emmanuel (Akwa Ibom), Nyesom Wike (Rivers), Nasir El-Rufai (Kaduna), Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Dave Umahi (Ebonyi), and the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi.

Other award recipients include Aliko Dangote, Umar Garba Danbatta, Leo Stan Ekeh, Herbert Wigwe,  Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited, Brig-Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd), Mele Kolo Kyari, Maj-Gen. Barry Tariye Ndiomu (Rtd), and Godwin Emefiele.

The Star