By Rikki Nwajiofor
The Thelema Lion Foundation has honoured Chief Goodluck Nwaneri, the founder and president of Goodluck Nwaneri Foundation, with the prestigious Distinguished Community Development Icon Award. This is in recognition of his outstanding contributions to community development, women and youth empowerment, social inclusion, and grassroots transformation.
The prestigious award, which was conferred on Chief Nwaneri on Thursday during the 2025 Women Arise Symposium in Abuja, celebrated Chief Nwaneri’s unwavering dedication to fostering sustainable community development, youth and women empowerment, and social welfare initiatives that have positively impacted numerous citizens and communities.
The leadership of Thelema Lion Foundation, speaking at the event, praised Chief Nwaneri’s patriotic efforts in championing humanitarian initiatives that drive progress and uplift underprivileged groups, especially the vulnerable women in various communities. His exemplary cum selfless commitment to philanthropy, community development, capacity-building programs, and women and youth empowerment has set a benchmark for leadership and service.
In his acceptance speech, Chief Nwaneri expressed unalloyed gratitude for the prestigious award, reaffirming his commitment to advancing community-driven solutions, advocating for women inclusivity, and championing unparalleled women and youth empowerment.