Faith based organizations and all social institutions have been admonished to be a part of environmental protection, as the environment is not an issue that is regional or sectorial, but one that affects every human that inhabits the earth.
Executive Director of Environmental Defenders Network (EDEN), Chima Williams, stated this while acknowledging an award as an “Ambassador of Environment”, presented by the National Catholic Women Organization, Amangwu Edda Diocese in Ebonyi State during its third national merit award and installation ceremony tagged “NCWO Hall of Fame Recognition.”
He expressed his gratitude to the women group for such initiative, pointing out that the award is a sign that the environmental struggles of EDEN and other similar organizations are getting noticed by the public.
Williams pointed out that defending the environment is a global thing and such awards will motivate EDEN and other organizations to work hard towards uplifting the struggle for environmental protection, he appreciated the Catholic Women Organization for deeming it fit to honor him and EDEN with such prestigious award.
President of the National Catholic Women Organisation, Amangwu Edda Diocese, Ebonyi State, Chika Priscilla Imoagwu, stated that the award was presented to celebrate illustrious sons and daughters who have made them proud. She added that the award presented to Barrister Chima Williams is not by accident, as his selfless service to the environment has greatly impacted the society, and thus deserving the recognition.
In a goodwill message from the EDEN Board of Trustees, the group congratulated Barrister Williams for yet another recognition as a renowned environmentalist and activist, who has dedicated his life towards his mission of giving hope to the voiceless, defending the environment and fighting to make Africa and the world a better place.
“His effectiveness in campaigning at the community, state, national, regional and global level is indelible and his actions and the results have been recognized not only in Nigeria but also by prestigious institutions like the Goldman Prize which is awarded annually to environmental heroes from each of the world’s six inhabited continental regions.”
Also sending felicitation, Chima Williams & Associates Law Firm, congratulated its principal partner on yet another feather on his hat. A statement by the law firm described Williams as a man with a track record of hard work, integrity, diligence, proven expertise, wealth of experience.
“We are proud of you and we pray that God Almighty endow you with wisdom in your drive to impact humanity more through your fight for a better human environment.”
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