Benjamin Justice Soghie
Benjamin Justice Soghie | |
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| Born | 17 April 1986 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
Benjamin Justice Soghie also known as Benjamin Justice is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and spiritual leader. He is the founder of Benjamin Justice Soghie Foundation and E.I.A Concept Limited.[1][2][3]
He won the Nigerian Books of Record.[4] In 2023, He was nominated for Entrepreneur Man of the Year by Independent Nigeria,[1] the Africa Illustrious Award for Role Model Entrepreneur of the Year and in 2024, he won the Yessiey Awards for Man of the Year categories.[5]
Education
[edit]Benjamin Hails from (born April 17, 1986) Fugar, Edo State, Nigeria. He attended his primary education at Nisuco Staff Children School Bacita and secondary education at Government Secondary School Bacita, Kwara State thereafter proceeded to Lagos State University for his Degree.[2][6]
Career
[edit]Benjamin is a writer, speaker, coach, podcaster, leader, and minister. He is the founder of Royal Love Ministry and Co-Founder of Economics Initiative for Africa (E.I.A) and Founder of Apex Up Limited.[7][8]
In 2009, He established Operation Feed the Poor and Operation Educate the Less Privileged 2009. He is the author of “Freedom: For Singles, Married & A Successful Life,” along with some journals.[6][9]
In 2023, He was nominated for Entrepreneur Man of the Year by Independent Nigeria,[1] and In 2024, he was listed by the P.M. News on young entrepreneurs shaping industries.[2]
In 2024, He was tasked by local Community leaders in Edo State to help stem the widespread cult-related violence that has claimed many lives in the state.[10]
He is an advocate for empathy, integrity, and lifelong learning in improving an equitable society and has initiated community-based projects, such as a recycling program aimed at promoting responsible waste management.[11][12][13]
Professional membership
[edit]Benjamin is a Fellow of Chartered Management Institute.[12] He is a member of British Computer Society and Forbes BLK a Black professionals body. [14]
Award and recongnitions
[edit]In 2023, he was nominated for the Africa Illustrious Award for Role Model Entrepreneur of the Year. He won the Nigerian Books of Record and Yessiey Awards for Man of the Year categories.[5][4]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Benjamin Justice Soghie, Profile Of Strength Amid Adversity". 11 March 2023.
- ^ a b c "Four young entrepreneurs who are ready to inspire the next generation of Nigerians". 23 November 2023.
- ^ "Vibrant Youth Participation Significant To Enhancing GDP". 23 November 2023.
- ^ a b "Excellence and Achievements". dailytimesng.com. Retrieved 2021-06-17.
- ^ a b "Benjamin Justice Soghie Wins Yessiey Man of the Year 2023". 18 November 2023.
- ^ a b "Benjamin Justice Soghie officially launches own books". 28 January 2017.
- ^ "The vital role of spiritual leaders in Nigeria". 10 March 2024.
- ^ "Nigerian author launches new book 'Freedom for Singles, Married & A Successful Life". 17 April 2016.
- ^ "Humanitarian Benjamin Justice Soghie sets out to alter lives before 40th Anniversary". 17 April 2025.
- ^ "Community Leader Benjamin Justice Soghie Leads Efforts To End Cult Violence In Edo State". dailytimesng.com. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
- ^ "Empowerment And Leadership Will Assist In Developing Benjamin Justice Soghie". 16 March 2023.
- ^ a b "Pastors Extending Their Influence Beyond The Pulpit/". 16 August 2024.
- ^ "Benjamin Justice Soghie: A model for youth and community engagement". 13 September 2020.
- ^ "Benjamin Soghie Gets Inducted Into British Computer Society". thenationonlineng.net. Retrieved 2023-12-12.