The Minority Leader of the tenth House of Representatives, Rep Kingsley Ogundu Chinda has bagged 2025 leadership award Award for “INTEGRITY, STEWARDSHIP, & TRANSPARENCY IN PUBLIC SERVICE”.
The award was presented to the Frontline leader by Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizens Awareness CCLCA in conjunction with Naijablitznews and Hellosis Media on Tuesday in Abuja.
Chinda in his brief acceptance speech said he was dedicating the award to Nigeria as he fervently pray for the country to return to its former glory .
He said ” it’s time for sober reflection considering what is happening in the country for the moment, I fervently pray that God should help us get things we have left undone to enable us bring Nigeria back to its place of pride.
“To this end I dedicate this award to all Nigerians .
In a short citation read by the Associate Editor of Naijablitznews, Ms Gloria Ikibah on behalf of the DG of Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizens Awareness CCLCA, Dr Gabriel Nwambu, it was noted that:
“Honourable Ogundu Kingsley Chinda, a dedicated lawyer, the Minority Caucus Leader of the House of Representatives, and the representative of Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency.
Fondly known to his colleagues and constituents as O.K., our honoree is not just a legislator; he is a force for positive change who has been in the forefront of Nigerian politics since 2011.
Legislative Firepower: Championing the Common Good
The hallmark of a dedicated legislator, as demonstrated by Rt. Hon. Chinda, is the ability to table motions and bills that directly alleviate the plight of Nigerians. In this Tenth Assembly, his impact has been immediate and profound.
“We specifically celebrate his determined effort to amend the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD Act), 2010. By seeking to extend this Act to cover other critical sectors of the Nigerian economy, he aims to ensure that Nigerians across all levels—not just those in the oil and gas sector—enjoy an overwhelming fallout of economic growth and skill development. This move is designed to grow the Nigerian skill and economy astronomically.
Furthermore, at a time when economic hardship touches every Nigerian, O.K. Chinda led the charge earlier this month for the payment of a living wage to Nigerian workers. The House, spurred by his motion, resolved that no Nigerian worker should earn less than N100,000, sending an iron-cast message to the executive that the legislature is waiting and watching to ensure citizens are protected from the current economic downturn.
We also recognize his fierce protection of national interest, as seen in the recent outright condemnation of the proposed unequal trade agreement with the UK, which would have compromised the standing of Nigerian legal practitioners. His stance here demonstrates an unwavering commitment to equal and fair partnership.
Indelible Footprints in Service.
Rt. Hon. Chinda’s contributions are not limited to the current assembly.
“During the Eighth Assembly, as Chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, he broke records by submitting three audited reports on MDAs and successfully making the committee the first in Nigeria to be e-compliant.
“This meticulous, faultless approach earned him the distinction of being voted the most meticulous lawmaker in two different Assemblies.
“His philosophy that opposition is about offering credible alternatives and putting smiles on the faces of Nigerians shines brightest in his constituency development efforts.
“He is the first and only lawmaker to establish an “Obio/Akpor Embassy” in Abuja, providing free accommodation for up to three nights for his constituents. This dream was actualized from his student days at the Rivers State University.
“Through initiatives like the “I win u win” program, he provides JAMB forms and scholarships, focusing on massive skills acquisition and empowerment with starter packs.
“His belief is simple: teach his constituents how to fish for a living, not to give them fish for immediate consumption.
A Distinguished Journey
Born on March 24th, 1966, in Elelenwo, Rt. Hon. Kingsley Chinda’s journey began with a strong academic foundation, culminating in his legal training at the Nigerian Law School, Lagos, in 1995. His early career included anchoring a free legal clinic on the radio, “You and the law,” offering pro-bono cases to indigent persons—a testament to his community service ethic.
“”From a Junior Solicitor to a Principal Partner, his path eventually led him to public service as the Commissioner for the Rivers State Ministry of Environment before his election to the National Assembly.
