Former Minister Uche Ogah Boosts Clifford University with ₦10m Donation, Employment Offer

Clifford University, Ihie in Abia State, marked a memorable occasion on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, during its Eminent Personality Lecture Series, where former Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uchechukwu Samson Ogah (Ph.D., FCA, CON, OON), delivered the keynote address. The event drew significant attention from students, staff, and distinguished guests who gathered to hear from the renowned industrialist and public figure.

During his address, Dr. Ogah announced a generous ₦10 million donation to the institution, describing it as his contribution to the growth of quality education and the empowerment of young people in Abia State and beyond. The announcement was met with enthusiastic applause from the audience, many of whom expressed appreciation for his continued commitment to educational development.

In addition to the financial support, Dr. Ogah unveiled a major opportunity for students of the university’s Accounting Department. He declared that all Accounting graduates of Clifford University would receive automatic employment in his business establishments, a gesture he said was aimed at encouraging academic excellence and reducing graduate unemployment.

The university administration praised the former minister for his philanthropy and visionary leadership, noting that his intervention would significantly motivate students and strengthen the institution’s academic reputation. They also described his employment pledge as a transformative initiative that would have a long-term impact on the career prospects of Clifford University graduates.