Dr. Nkem Okeke Biography
Dr. Nkem Okeke is a Nigerian politician and a member of the All Progressive Congress (APC). He has been the Deputy Governor of Anambra State since March 17 March 2014. Nkem Okeke was born and raised in Anambra State where he hails from and had his early education.
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Full Name: | Nkem Okeke |
Date of Birth: | 1970s |
Place of Birth: | Enugwu-Ukwu in Anambra State |
State of Origin: | Anambra State |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Occupation: | Politician |
Net Worth: | $5 million |
Wife/Spouse: | Married |
Early Life and Education
Nkem Okeke was born into the family of R.N. Okeke, in Enugwu-Ukwu in Anambra State.
He had his primary education in his hometown in Anambra State before he proceeded to secondary school.
He attended Dennis Memorial Grammar School, Onitsha, before he proceeded to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he earned a degree in Civil Engineering.
He also attended Howard University where he earned his MBA and Ph.D.
Career
Nkem Okeke previously served as Anambra State Commissioner for Economic Planning before he got his appointment as Anambra State Commissioner for Works and Transport in the administration of Governor Peter Obi.
He later went back to immerse himself in academia as a lecturer and head of the department of economics at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
He is the current deputy governor of Anambra State, where he assumed office on March 17, 2014.
Personal Life
Nkem Okeke is married to the love of his life, and they have five children together. He is enjoying a happy family and marital life.
Net Worth
Nkem Okeke is a top Nigerian politician with a net worth estimated to be around $5 million.
Nkem Okeke APC
Dr. Nkem Okeke defected from APGA to the All Progressive Congress (APC), the ruling party. His reasons for joining APC are best known to him.