Obinna Chilekezi | |
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| Obinna | |
| Born | 22 August, 1965 |
| Occupation | Educator |
Obinna Chilekezi (born 22 August, 1965) is a Nigerian poet, author, and chartered insurance practitioner. Born in Diobu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, he's made a name for himself in the literary world with his poetry collections, such as Songs of a Stranger at the Smiling Coast, My Gambian and Other Poems, and Moonlight Song. His work has appeared in various newspapers and journals, including Daily Times.
Early Life
Obinna was born and raised in Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Aside from his literary pursuits, Obinna holds a PhD in entrepreneurship and has over 30 years of experience in the Nigerian insurance industry. He's served as the Head of Research and Editor of the Nigeria Insurance Digest at the Nigerian Insurers Association. Currently, he lectures at Redeemer's University, Ede, the University of The Gambia, Banjul, and the West African Insurance Institute, The Gambia.
Career
Bibliography
• My Gambia and other poems: Libretto Publishers 2021
• Like a Starry Night Sky
• Moonlight song
• Song of a stranger at the smiling Coast
• Nigerian Insurance Literature