How Ebie Changed My Life Without Ever Meeting Him in Person

….Dr. Onyemarin, Nigeria born Physician resident in the United States

When the name, Barrister Chiedu Ebie, comes up in conversations across Ika land, one thing rings true—impact. Whether you’re talking about the sudden glow of streetlights that now dot many rural streets or the silent but strategic support he renders behind the scenes, one cannot ignore the presence of a man whose public service records continue to touch lives.

In a heartwarming online interview with Nma Ewere of EOB Media, Nigerian-born, American-based physician-scientist, Dr. Onyemarin, shared a deeply personal testimony about how Barr. Ebie changed the course of his life—without ever meeting him in person.

“Yes, I’ve never met him physically,” Dr. Onyemarin began, “but we’ve spoken on the phone. That conversation was a turning point in my life.”

Dr. Onyemarin explained that during their chat, he opened up to Barr. Ebie about the struggles he and his wife—both qualified medical doctors—were facing in trying to secure jobs in Nigeria before relocating abroad.

“Honestly, I just poured out my frustration to him. I wasn’t even expecting much. But Barr. Ebie didn’t just listen; he acted—swiftly and selflessly,” he said.

According to him, Barr. Ebie used his network to secure employment for both he and his wife at a government hospital—an intervention that gave them both the professional liftoff they needed before his eventual move overseas.

But that’s not all. Dr. Onyemarin, clearly moved, went on to commend the former Secretary to the Delta State Government and now Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for his visible footprints in Ika land.

“Just take a drive through our communities. The streetlight projects alone have changed the narrative—markets are open later, businesses are booming, and security has improved,” he said.

He also highlighted road construction and maintenance efforts, as well as human capital development initiatives that are subtly reshaping the socio-economic fabric of Ika communities.

Dr. Onyemarin didn’t mince words when he called on the Ika people to show greater political support to Barr. Ebie.

“If he can do all these with so little fanfare, imagine what he would do with more support. I sincerely believe that Barr. Chiedu Ebie is a blessing to Ika nation and Nigeria at large. Let’s not take that for granted.”

For many who may only know Barr. Ebie as a politician or technocrat, stories like these reveal another side of the man—one committed not just to policies, but to people. And in a nation where public service is often marked by self-interest, this story is a refreshing reminder that some still serve with heart.

Nma Ewere is a Senior Reporter with EOB Media. She is a 400 Level Law student of Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, Delta State, Nigeria.