By Chido Nwangwu
“To honour him whom we
have made is far from honouring him that hath made us.” It was Michel de
Montaigne, the 16th French philosopher and writer who wrote those magnificent
words. I think and know Dr. Alex Ekwueme as one of those who hath made us.
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Those were my first words of acceptance of the
request that I served as keynote speaker at the August 24, 2012 international
event celebrating 80 years of a great, impactful and purposeful life.
Ide Alex Ifeanyichukwu Ekwueme, born October
21, 1932, was both philosopher and king; visionary and practician;
philanthropist and resourceful role model for millions.
It was a great privilege for me to appreciate
Dr. Ekwueme — respectfully, to his face in his esteemed presence. It was a
continuation of my trans-generational commitment to appreciating and honouring
outstanding leaders and persons who continue to make a difference and inspire
our commitments.
