By Stella Obi
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Neros Pharmaceuticals, Prof. Poly Emenike, at the weekend presented seven newly authored books to the public as part of activities marking his 70th birthday celebration in Lagos.
The books unveiled include: Nanka Tigers and Tigresses of Development; Wealth and Success Through the Principles of the Law of Attraction; Igbo Apprenticeship (Nwaboi) System; One Month Out of Social Media; Swimming Pool Approach to Achieving Your Goals and Objectives; How to Be a Polymath: The Secret of Being a Multi-Talented Person; and Entrepreneurial and Professional Succession Grooming: A Better Way to Secure a Good Future for Your Business and Professional Empire.
The event, attended by notable dignitaries such as the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo represented by Barr. Leo Chiegboka, Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, Senator Victor Umeh, and key figures from the business, academic, pharmaceutical, and cultural sectors, celebrated the remarkable life and achievements of the industrialist and philanthropist.
Guests paid glowing tributes to Prof. Emenike, recalling his inspiring journey from a modest upbringing in Nanka, Anambra State, to becoming one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous pharmaceutical innovators.
Speaking on behalf of the Anambra State Governor, Barr. Chiegboka congratulated the celebrant, describing the milestone as a testament to his lifelong commitment to academic excellence and entrepreneurial leadership.
The Executive Director/CEO of The Napoleon Hill Foundation, Don Green, highlighted Prof. Emenike’s impact through writing and mentorship, noting his dedication to guiding young entrepreneurs with principles rooted in integrity, resilience, and faith.
In his review, former Editor of Business Times, Mr. Dotun Adekanmbi, praised the author as “a man of many parts,” adding that the books reflect decades of research, enterprise, and mentorship built on real-life experience.
Mr Adekanmbi informed that Prof Emenike who has authored 25 books out of which 21 have been published is described as a Polymath, the Benjamin Franklin of Nigeria and Napoleon Hill of Africa.
Expressing gratitude, Prof. Emenike said writing remains his way of giving back to society and sharing the gifts and inspiration God has bestowed on him.
Stella is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
