Samuel Obonda Ngoke

Sir Samuel Obonda Ngoke


Sir Samuel Obonda Ngoke is a distinguished Christian, community leader, and professional, who has contributed immensely to the development of his community, the Catholic Church, and his profession. His life reflects a blend of service, devotion, and leadership, marked by integrity and dedication to excellence.

Birth

Sir Samuel Obonda Ngoke was born on 19th February 1953 to the family of Mr. Benjamin Osarokobiri Ngoke and Elder Grace Osilaobelenge Ngoke of Alode, Eleme Local Government Area, Rivers State.

Education

Sir Samuel Ngoke began his educational journey at the Municipal Council School, Orogbum, where he obtained his First School Leaving Certificate in 1964. He proceeded to the Sacred Heart Seminary, Port Harcourt, and earned his West African School Certificate (WASC) in 1975.

In 1991, he obtained a Certificate in Theology from the Catholic Institute of West Africa. He later earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Management from the University of Port Harcourt in 1996. In 1997, he completed a Diploma program with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), London.

Work Experience

Sir Ngoke began his professional career with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) on 22nd January 1976. Over the years, he served diligently in various capacities, including:

  • Claims Supervisor
  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Stock Check Supervisor
  • Senior Warehouse Supervisor
  • Senior Air Operations Supervisor
  • Head, Receiving Section (Logistics)

He retired after a fulfilling and impactful career.

Awards of Honour

Sir Samuel Ngoke has been widely recognized for his service, dedication, and contributions. Some of his honours and awards include:

  • Best Worker Award by the Service Directorate, SPDC
  • Certificate of Merit by the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Organization
  • Recognition by the Catholic Youth of Nigeria
  • Certificate of Recognition by the St. Paul’s Parish Choir
  • Special Husband of Honour Award by the Catholic Women Organization, St. Paul’s Parish, Alesa Eleme
  • Recognition by the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Nigeria, St. Paul’s Parish, Alesa Eleme
  • Award of Excellence in Religious and Human Development in Nigeria by YOWICON

Other Appointments and Services

In addition to his career, Sir Ngoke has served the Church and his community in several leadership and advisory roles, including:

  • Patron, Diocesan Catholic Men Organization
  • Patron, Catholic Biblical Instructor Union 
  • Patron, Sacred Heart of Jesus
  • Patron, St. Paul’s Parish Choir
  • Secretary, Tai/Eleme Church Council
  • Chairman, Catholic Men Organization (CMO), St. Paul’s Parish, Alesa Eleme
  • Chairman, Alesa Church Council
  • Member, Alode Community Development Committee
  • Secretary, Diocesan Catholic Biblical Instructor Union Pastors
  • Warden, KSM Corpus Christi Sub-Council
  • Vice Chairman, St. Paul’s Parish Pastoral Council
  • Chairman, St. Paul’s Church Building Committee
  • Member, Advisory Committee of the Eleme Ethnic Nationality
  • Patron, Man of Order and Discipline
  • Secretary, Eleme Bible Translation Committee

Private Life

Sir Samuel Obonda Ngoke is a devoted Christian and a proud member of the Order of Saint Mulumba (KSM). He is happily married and enjoys a fulfilling family life.

His hobbies include listening to Christian music, body training, and playing table tennis.

Vision

Sir Ngoke’s vision is to see Eleme metamorphose into a modern city, thriving with development, unity, and progress.

Edited by Nwafor Oji Awala 

(c) Prime Heritage Magazine 

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