'Bringing a light of hope to the children'

Mrs. Amaka Moh-Akun, 15+ years substantial and progressive experience in global strategic PR campaigns and administrative compliance operations in the private sector. In the last 3 years, having joined the public sector I understand the importance of providing key and use full services to the public, and I am driven by my passion to help, heal and build children who are less fortunate and contribute to humanity and the less fortunate across the globe. Mrs Amaka Moh-Akun is the Marketing director for The Nigerian Children Cause. 

 The former midwife who hails from Nanka in Anambra State, Nigeria, followed her father’s desire for her to become a nurse and moved to Edmonton more than 20 years ago, starting her training in May 1972, eventually qualifying as a midwife.

She says she has delivered thousands of babies since becoming a midwifery sister at North Middlesex Hospital in 1984, and wants to be a role model for women in her village.

She was made a chieftain of the village in recognition of her achievements in Enfield.

She said: “In my village people recognise that I am doing something worthwhile. It is a very real honour and I’m thrilled. I am so proud of this.”

She becomes the second black female Mayor of Enfield, following Councillor During who was the first when she assumed the role.

The position of Mayor is a mostly ceremonial position that holds little power – but it is seen as a ceremonial distinction on a serving Councillor that is respected by all parties.

For the next year, Councillor Anolue will devote most of her time to civic functions and will preside over full council meetings, as well as acting as the returning officer at elections.

During her mayoral year, she says she wants to raise money for children’s charities and for young people.
She said: “I have spent all this time delivering babies – I need to know that someone is looking after them. It is a big responsibility. It is a dignified and honourable thing to do – and I can do it.”

Part of her duties as Mayor will be to raise money for the E18HTEEN project which supports teenagers between 16-19 in Enfield, Barnet and Haringey who are about to leave care. The project helps them to lead independent lives.

A parent-led group to help disabled children called The Voice and sufferers of sickle cell anaemia and thalassaemia will also benefit from the fundraising.

Well done Councillor Kate Anolue 

Bio from wwnigeria.blogspot.com

Edited by NCC

Mrs Valerie Nkechinyelu Ezinmo was born in London, United Kingdom to Late Chief Albert Sunday Okeke and Late Mrs Cecilia Uche Okeke (nee Enwelu) both from Nimo, Anambra state, Nigeria. Her foundation years was in the eastern part of Nigeria, where she lived with her parents and siblings. She relocated back to London, UK, in 1995, she is married and blessed with 3 beautiful children.

Valerie is a cybersecurity leader with expertise in digital transformation, risk and governance, Information and cybersecurity, cloud services and business resilience with significant experience in multiple industries.      

Valerie supports various charity organisations committed to improving the lives of children especially in Africa. She has been involved in initiatives to improve education and enhancing the environment where children learn. To mention a few is the installation of solar panels to provide constant electricity and the implementation of water reticulation system at Federal Government college Enugu, Valerie was in the project implementation committee (Secretary). 

Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Wokingham Berkshire is involved in providing nutritious food in school for children between the ages of 5 – 16 at one of the poorest areas in Kenya, Valerie has contributed for several years in this initiative and holds this very dear to her heart.   

Valerie values loyalty in relationships and commitments. She is people-oriented, demonstrates empathy and understanding towards other’s perspectives and experiences.

As a committed ambassador for the Nigeria Children Cause charity focused on enhancing the lives of children, I pledge to serve as a dedicated ambassador, leveraging my skills, passion and network to amplify its impact. Together, we will strive to create a brighter future for every child, fostering growth, empowerment and opportunity. With unwavering dedication and compassion, I am honoured to stand alongside this organization, working tirelessly to uplift and support children in need.

Mrs Esther Mukeme was born in London, United Kingdom to Late Chief Stephen Olaniyi Famojuro ( from Obokun village in Ilesha, Osun state) and Late Mrs Deborah Moyosola Ronke Famojuro(nee Ibitoye from Ibadan, Oyo state).

Her early years were spent growing up in Nigeria, where she had her primary and secondary school education after which she relocated to the UK in the early nineties.

She is Married  to Chief Donald Mukeme, Onyennadima the  second, who holds the  position of Onowu Ndigbo UK and Ireland, and President of the UK branch of the Akwukwu Igbo Development Union (ADU). They are proud parents to two lovely children -Rebecca and Reuben.

Esther attended University of Greenwich UK, where she qualified as a Registered Adult Nurse and has over 20yrs professional work experience, during which she has held various managerial positions within the NHS. These roles have enabled Esther to develop essential personal and communication skills thus allowing her to  engage and collaborate with others in achieving set goals. Esther is compassionate, empathetic and has an inclusive approach -character traits enhanced by her calling as a nurse- which enables her to treat others with  kindness and respect, including individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Esther’s role has facilitated her providing pastoral care and support to many individuals, including promoting health and lifestyle improvement opportunities within the BAME community and in Nigeria, with particular focus on members of the Akwukwu Igbo Development union. 

Esther is a firm believer in the importance of supporting local communities and supports two charities namely St Christopher’s Hospice which supports end of life patients through palliative care and the Tuckwell Chase Lottery and Shooting Star Children hospices- an organisation that contributes towards hospices care for children and the local communities.

Esther has a high regard for the values of integrity, transparency, humility, respect, and dignity- ethos which drive her as an individual and underpins her interaction with, and support for others.

Esther is a staunch Christian and valued member of the Parochial Church Council (PCC) in her local church and contributes to decision making that fosters and promotes unity with the community.

It is indeed an honour and a great privilege to be appointed a patron of the Nigerian Children Cause NCC, of which she is proud to be affiliated with. For her, there is no better cause or a loftier ideal, than to strengthen, support and uplift our future generations in the UK and Nigeria, for a better tomorrow.