Our Heroes & Pacesetters
CAPT. DR. ANTHONY CHUKWUMA ONYEAGWA
(3rd November 1959 – 6th October 1988)
Name: Anthony Chukwuma Onyeagwa
Village: Ifite-Mgbidi
Profession: Medical Doctor / Nigerian Army Captain
Qualifications: MBBS (University of Ibadan, 1984)
Age at Death: 28 Years
An exceptional intellectual and a patriot, Captain Dr. Anthony Chukwuma Onyeagwa was a towering figure of inspiration and one of the earliest role models for the modern-day youths of Mgbidi. His brief but impactful life was a testament to dedication, service, and groundbreaking achievement.
A Legacy of Service & Leadership
- ✔ Chemistry Teacher: Rosary High School, Mgbidi, Awgu (1977-1978)
- ✔ Joined the Nigerian Army: 1981
- ✔ Officer Training: Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji (1984)
- ✔ House Officer: Military Hospital, Kaduna (1984-1985)
- ✔ Acting Commandant: Military Hospital, Port Harcourt (1985-1986)
- ✔ Personal Physician to the Head of State of Nigeria: 1986
- ✔ Commandant: 9th Field Ambulance Brigade, Ikeja Cantonment (1986-1988)
A Historic Pacesetter
"In 1984, he became the first Mgbidi indigene to qualify as a Medical Doctor, carving a path for generations to follow and proving that excellence was attainable."
A true hero of our time, with impeccable characters worthy of emulating. A great inspiration for our young ones. You made us proud and shall not be forgotten.💪❤️