Nigerian CEO to Receive Africa Security Watch Award for Philanthropy

Sunday Chukwumanjo Umeoduagu, the Chief Executive Officer of Gabjane Global Resources Limited, is set to receive a prestigious continental recognition: the Golden Star Award for Upliftment of Society through Philanthropy and Empowerment in Nigeria (2025).

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Umeoduagu was selected in recognition of his unwavering commitment to philanthropy and his sustained efforts at empowering Nigerians, particularly young people, through employment and social intervention programmes.

The award ceremony will take place today, Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre in Banjul, The Gambia. This event, hosted by Africa Security Watch, honors individuals and organizations making significant contributions to humanity, security, leadership, and community development across Africa.

According to Mr. Patrick Agbambu, International Coordinator of Africa Security Watch, Umeoduagu was selected for his unwavering commitment to philanthropy and sustained efforts in empowering Nigerians, especially young people, through employment and social intervention programs. Agbambu highlighted Umeoduagu's role as a compassionate entrepreneur whose business investments have positively impacted lives and strengthened communities.

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Agbambu noted that beyond his remarkable achievements in business, Umeoduagu has distinguished himself as a compassionate entrepreneur whose investments have positively transformed lives and strengthened communities.

The award specifically acknowledges Umeoduagu's consistent record of building homes for the less privileged, creating hundreds of employment opportunities for youths, supporting vulnerable members of society, and leveraging his business success to uplift others. Umeoduagu's business empire includes subsidiaries like Sunar Water and Drinks, among others, built through resilience and innovation.

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He said the award acknowledges Umeoduagu’s consistent record of building homes for the less privileged, creating employment opportunities for hundreds of youths, supporting vulnerable members of society and using his business success as a platform to uplift others.