About The Author
About The Author
Behind the Book: Edward Nkwegu
Edward Nkwegu, born on August 23, 1960, in Izzi LGA of Ebonyi State, Nigeria, is a renowned architect, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He earned a Doctorate Degree in Management from Commonwealth University, Belize, and holds both Master’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Architecture, along with a Master’s Degree in Environmental Management from the University of Science and Technology, Enugu State, Nigeria. He also possesses a Master Class Certificate in Strategic Leadership from Albion College, London, and a Certificate of Training for Non-Executive Directors of Micro Finance Banks from FITC, Nigeria.
As a member of the Nigeria Institute of Architects and licensed by the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON), Edward has significantly impacted the fields of enterprise, philanthropy, and financial education. His contributions have been honored with the prestigious National Honours Award in the rank of Officer in the Order of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (OFR).
Edward and his wife founded the Regina Pacis Foundation, a non-profit organization devoted to assisting the poor and neglected in Nigeria. His dedication to philanthropy has earned him numerous accolades, including the African Child Prize Award, Ambassador of Peace United Nations for (IPSPJ) Africa by the International Parliament for Safety, Peace, and Justice, African Best Captain of Industry and Entrepreneur of the Year 2021 by African Industry Awards, and the Excellence Award on Youth Development and Empowerment in Nigeria presented by the National Youth Council of Nigeria.
Edward holds multiple chieftaincy titles:
- Nwachinemere of St. Thomas Parish, Nwofe
- Ekuruo Ulo 1 of Ndioga
- Chinyelugo and Man of Faith by Catholic Women Organization
- Onwa na Etiri Oha 1 of Knights of St. John Commandery
- Okwoha 1 of Izzi land
- Omere Oha 1 of Okpoduma Nwofe Agbaja
Edward authored the financial literacy book “The Secret Rituals of Millionaires,” published in 2008, and has numerous other unpublished research works. His latest book, ‘The Edge of a Coin,’ provides readers with profound insights into the dualities of life, drawn from his extensive personal and professional experiences.
