Birthday Cheers: National Sunrise Honours OAU, Hails His Impactful Leadership

By Chinazaekpere Chinwendu, Editor

Abia| September 9, 2025 —

National Sunrise Newspaper has joined family, friends, and well-wishers across the nation to celebrate Hon. Onyekwere Akym Uche (OAU) on his birthday, describing him as a man whose life is a beacon of hope and an enduring testimony of selfless service to humanity.

In a statement issued to mark the occasion, the management of National Sunrise Newspaper extolled OAU’s remarkable contributions to community development, philanthropy, and leadership through his OAU Foundation. 

The paper noted that his interventions have touched countless lives, especially in the areas of education, healthcare, and empowerment of the less privileged.

“Today, we celebrate not just a birthday but the life of a true servant-leader,” the statement read. 

“OAU has consistently demonstrated that leadership is not about position, but about impact. Through his foundation, he has sponsored educational initiatives, supported widows and orphans, and provided healthcare support to vulnerable groups. His generosity is a reflection of his deep love for humanity.”

National Sunrise further highlighted that OAU’s philanthropic footprint stands out as an enduring legacy. According to the editorial board, his ability to merge leadership with compassion has distinguished him among his peers and continues to inspire a new generation of leaders.

“OAU is an exemplary figure who has built bridges of hope where despair existed,” the management added. “His vision of a society where opportunities are accessible to all is not just spoken but lived out in tangible ways through his actions. At National Sunrise, we honour him not only for his birthday but for the lives he continues to touch.”

As part of the tribute, National Sunrise emphasized that OAU’s dedication to service has become a moral compass in a time when integrity and sacrifice are highly needed in leadership. 

“Our nation needs leaders who lead by example, and OAU has consistently shown that true greatness lies in lifting others. We proudly celebrate him today,” the statement concluded.