The Philippines Graduates Association of Nigeria 8th National Convention

The Philippines Graduates Association of Nigeria 8th National Convention and Gala Night held at Enugu State, Nigeria, was mind blowing; as mates, friends and colleagues met at Domus Sancti Spiritus Guest House at Holy Ghost Cathedral.

Eze Engr. Sir Gabby Dimude (Ichie Achina), Founding Member Philgran, BOT Member Philgran and Former Chairman of Lagos Chapter that hosted the 2025 Philippines Graduates Association of Nigeria (PHILGRAN) 8th National Convention and Gala Night at Enugu State, tagged: “RENEWAL & BONDING“13th – 15th of November 2025, under the able leadership of Chief Arch. Uche Udenka, Philgran President, Founding Member and BOT Member Philgran.

It started with 13th November arrival of guests with follow-up welcome Dinner/Cocktail Lounge type party with soft music enjoyed by attended members.

14th November Philgran 2025

Enugu State and the world felt it. It was gathering of professionals and business leaders, captains of industries, Clergy men, Government officials, etc. at Holy Ghost Cathedral Enugu State.

Highlights includes polished synopsis from experienced and accomplished professionals who have traveled far and wide.

accompanied by Consul Clifford Velasco

The Philippine Ambassador, His Excellency Mersole J. Mellejor accompanied by Consul Clifford Velasco, represented His Excellency BONGBONG MARCOS, President, Commander-in-Chief, Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of the Philippine.

Significantly, Eze Engr. Sir Gabby Emeka Dimude of Achina, Aguata LGA, Anambra State (Eze Ndị Igbo na Apapa) was pronounced the new elected President of PHILGRAN at a record time of 1:41PM on the 14th of November 2025.

Excerpt!
We will continue to strengthen the Philippine-Nigeria relationship; and foster more stronger tiles and opportunities.
Long Live Philippine-Nigeria relationship!
Philippine Ambassador Mersole J. Mellejor

The Philippines Graduates Association of Nigeria 8th National Convention

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Members of The Philippines Graduates Association of Nigeria Captured on The Event Brochure 2025

Chief Arch. Cletus N. Umerie Founding member PHILGRAN, Chairman BOT PHILGRAN, President Emeritus PHILGRAN
Chief Arch. Uche Udenka PHILGRAN President, Founding member and BOT.
Chief Sir George Anija-Obi Vice President PHILGRAN, Founding member and BOT.
Ozodinaobi Pharm. Sir Nnamdi Obi Founding member PHILGRAN, Chief Patron and BOT member, BOT member PHILGRAN Business Forum (NPBF)
Engr. Sir Christian Okoye Founding member PHILGRAN, BOT member and Patron PHILGRAN
Madam Celia De Guzman Ogbonna, founding member PHILGRAN, member East-South . Executive financial Secretary PHILGRAN
Chief Arch. Samuel Okagbue , Founding member PHILGRAN, BOT member, Chairman Emeritus Lagos Chapter
Eze Engr. Sir Gabby Dimude, founding member PHILGRAN, BOT member and former Chairman of Lagos Chapter
Chief Pharm. Christian Ojiyi, Founding member PHILGRAN, BOT member PHILGRAN
Rt. Rev. Fr. Dr. Onyeka Amaegwu, Founding member PHILGRAN, BOT member and Secretary Enugu-Anambra Chapter
Chief Arch. Tajudeen Lawal, founding member PHILGRAN, Lagos Chapter Executive officer
Chief Engr. John Dimude, founding member PHILGRAN, BOT member and Business Forum (NPBF)
Chief Emmanuel Obiegbu, Chief PHILGRAN, Philippines Liaison officer Lagos Chapter member
Chief Cyril Ojinnaka Founding member PHILGRAN, Secretary Lagos Chapter, Executive member, Convention organizing Committee
Chief Engr. Gregory Nwafor. Founding member PHILGRAN. Chairman Abuja chapter, PHILGRAN Executive committee member
Dr. Prince Adejuwon Akinfolurin. Founding member PHILGRAN. Vice Chairman and Executive officer Lagos Chapter.
Prof. Yimka Samson A. Alalade (PhD, MBA, HCIB, FCIA, ACS), Prof. Finance & Admin, Dept. of Finance, SMS, BABCOCK University. Lagos Chapter member
Engr. Benjamin Egenti founding member PHILGRAN, Executive Secretary General PHILGRAN. BOT member and Business Forum (NPBF)

Keynote Speakers At The Philippines Graduates Association of Nigeria 8th National Convention

Dr. Chika Lawson Chuku. (Bsc. MD. FRSPH, Consultant). Ex-HOD Internal Med. BMSH – (Now River State Uni. T. H). Ex-Med. Dir. Rivers Civil Servant Clinic. Visiting Consultant, Police and Military Hospitals P.H. CEO, McLawson Medical Specialist Clinic PH, River State. SPEECH TITLE: “Hypertensive Urgency, Emergency and Management
Prof. Louis Ajonuma. Professor of Phycology (Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility) Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM), HOD Physiology Dept. 2014-18. Acting Dean, 2018-20. Presently, Dean Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, LASUCOM. SPEECH TITLE: “Diabetes Mellitus: Risk Factors, Complications and Prevention

NB: On this day the 14th of November 2025, new executive of PHILGRAN was elected and installed; led by Engr. Gabby Emeka Dimude of Achina, who was the Chairman Lagos Chapter, before the election and now the elected National President of PHILGRAN after a successful election.

Elected Executive Member PHILGRAN

1) NATONAL PRESIDENT – Engr. Gabby Dimude BSC.ENG, MS. ENG.
2) VICE PRESIDENT – Dr Ify Nzekwe-Chinwuko PHD
3) NATIONAL SECRETARY- Engr. Benjamin Egenti BSC Engr
4) NATIONAL ASST. SEC – Prof Dr Alalade.PHD
5) NATIONAL FINANCIAL SEC. Mrs Celia Ogbonna
6) NATIONAL TREASURER – Rev. Fr. Dr. Onyeka Amaegwu. PHD
7) NATIONAL PRO/ PROVOST- Engr. Edy Omada..BS. Naval Engineering.

Acceptance Speech: In the acceptance speech, the National President Engr. Gabby Dimude thanked all for the trust reposed on the newly elected and assured all of their readiness to work tirelessly for the progress of the Alumni and promised to be a bridge between Nigeria and Philippines on trade and innovation..

Kudos! Lagos Chapter PHILGRAN for successfully hosting the Philippines Graduates Association of Nigeria (PHILGRAN) 8th National Convention 2025 at Enugu State, Nigeria.

Take-home
“As I have been elected for 4 years tenure, I would be traveling for official audience with the President of the Philippines..”
“I will be the bridge between Nigeria and Philippines on Trade and innovations … in liaison with Philippines Ambassador to Nigeria.”
National President PHILGRAN: Engr. Gabby Dimude.