It was a moment of pride and recognition for the Oluebube A. Chukwu Foundation (OACF) as Dr. Oluebube Amarauche Chukwu, PhD, Founder of OACF and Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Abia State on Due Process, was honoured by the Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development, Nigeria (IHSD) for his exceptional contributions to humanitarian services and sustainable development.
The presentation took place on Friday, August 22, 2026. Dr. Chukwu was conferred with two prestigious honours: the Certificate of Associate Fellowship in Humanitarian Services & Social Development and the Humanitarian Change Makers Commendation Award.
He was represented at the event by Mrs Helen Mannic, Programme Manager of The Oluebube A. Chukwu Foundation, who received the awards on his behalf.
According to the certificate, the Governing Council of IHSD approved the Honourary Distinguished Associate Fellowship for Dr. Chukwu “owing to your contribution to social development through your personal initiatives and engagement in national development.” The Fellowship, issued with Registration No: IHSD/FIHSD/B/058, places him among distinguished Nigerians recognized for advancing community impact.
In addition, he received the Humanitarian Change Makers Commendation Award “As a Social Change Maker” in recognition of his impact as an agent of Social Change and advocate for sustainable development.”
The awards were conferred in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training & Research (UNITAR/CIFAL) and Hope for Children CRC Policy Center, Cyprus, underscoring the international relevance of the work being done on the ground in Nigeria.
Speaking after receiving the awards, Mrs Mannic said the recognition reflects Dr. Chukwu’s commitment to service and the impact of OACF’s grassroots interventions. She noted that from free skills training for women in Umunneochi, to medical outreaches, educational support, and youth empowerment programmes, the Foundation has remained focused on “Building Today, For A Better Tomorrow.”
As Senior Special Assistant on Due Process, Dr. Chukwu has also been instrumental in promoting transparency, accountability and people-oriented governance in Abia State.
The Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development, Nigeria, said the awards are part of its mandate to identify, celebrate and encourage individuals and organizations driving positive change and contributing to the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals.
With this double recognition, stakeholders say it further affirms Dr. Chukwu’s growing profile as a development-driven leader committed to service, impact, and community transformation.
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