NMA CHAIRMAN ENUGU STATE BRANCH DR KELVIN ORTUANYA CELEBRATES DR. UGWUOKE ON NUJ’S ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Enugu State Branch, has congratulated one of its distinguished members, Dr. Celestine Chijioke Ugwuoke, on his recognition as Entrepreneur of the Year 2026 by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Enugu State Council, Correspondents’ Chapel.
The award, presented during the grand finale of the 2026 Correspondents’ Chapel Press Week on Thursday, October 22, at the NUJ Press Centre, Rangers Avenue, Enugu, recognises Dr. Ugwuoke’s contributions to entrepreneurship, healthcare development, business innovation and service to humanity.
The recognition has drawn attention to his remarkable professional journey, which combines medical expertise, entrepreneurial vision, leadership within the medical profession and a commitment to community development.
For the NMA Enugu State Branch, the honour represents a celebration of professional excellence and the achievements of a medical practitioner whose influence extends beyond clinical practice into business and humanitarian service.
Dr. Ugwuoke, popularly known as Dr. Niceman, hails from Isamani, Akpa Edem, in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State.
A graduate of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, in 2006, he subsequently specialised in Radiology in 2015, building a career around medical practice, specialist diagnostic services and healthcare development.
As Chief Executive Officer of Nice Diagnostic Clinics, he has overseen the expansion of diagnostic services to different communities across Enugu State.
The organisation established its presence in Nkanu West in 2011, Nsukka in 2016 and Enugu-Ezike in 2020, extending access to diagnostic healthcare beyond major urban centres.
His entrepreneurial interests also span the hospitality sector, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer of Sharpbend Hotel, Nsukka.
His investments in healthcare and hospitality demonstrate his commitment to identifying opportunities, building enterprises and providing services that respond to the needs of individuals and communities.
Beyond his entrepreneurial accomplishments, Dr. Ugwuoke has maintained a distinguished record of service within the Nigerian medical community.
His leadership journey includes serving as Hall Governor of Kenneth Dike Hall at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, and President of the Association of Resident Doctors at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital.
He subsequently served as Chairman of the NMA Enugu North Zone, Chairman of the NMA Enugu State Branch and Chairman of the NMA South-East Region.
He also served as the immediate past National Treasurer of the Nigerian Medical Association, contributing to the association's national leadership and administration.
These positions reflect his longstanding involvement in professional development, medical advocacy and institutional leadership.
His emergence as Entrepreneur of the Year further highlights the possibilities that arise when professional expertise is combined with business innovation and strategic leadership.
Dr. Ugwuoke's entrepreneurial journey reflects a philosophy anchored in innovation, strategic thinking and sustainable value creation.
Through his involvement in diagnostic healthcare and hospitality, he has demonstrated how professional knowledge can be translated into business ventures that provide essential services while contributing to local economic activity.
Beyond business, he is also passionate about humanitarian service and improving the living conditions of less-privileged members of society.
His commitment to helping others complements the fundamental purpose of medicine: improving health, alleviating suffering and enhancing the quality of life.
The combination of medical practice, entrepreneurship, professional leadership and humanitarian service has become a defining feature of his career.
Dr. Ugwuoke was among several prominent personalities recognised during the 2026 NUJ Correspondents’ Chapel Press Week.
Other reported award recipients included Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi; Barrister Ben Nwoye; Dr. Peter Okwudilichukwu Ogbobe; Commissioner of Police Mamman Bitrus Giwa; Hon. Peter Ogbonna Eze; and Rangers International Football Club General Manager, Amobi Ezeaku.
The event brought together stakeholders from government, business, healthcare, security and other sectors to celebrate professional accomplishments and examine the role of responsible journalism in strengthening democratic institutions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The ceremony was chaired by Chief Anthony Ani, SAN, a former Attorney-General of Enugu State, while Senator David Umahi served as guest lecturer. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede was identified as the keynote speaker.
The NMA Enugu State Branch's celebration of Dr. Ugwuoke underscores the significance of recognising medical professionals whose contributions extend beyond their immediate professional responsibilities.
His journey demonstrates how medical expertise, when combined with entrepreneurship, innovation and a commitment to humanity, can create opportunities for broader societal impact.
The Entrepreneur of the Year Award is therefore not only a recognition of his business achievements but also an acknowledgement of a professional journey shaped by leadership, investment and service.
As Dr. Celestine Chijioke Ugwuoke continues to advance his interests in healthcare and entrepreneurship, his recognition by the NUJ stands as a milestone in a career that bridges medicine, business development and humanitarian commitment.
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