a guest speaker at numerous events and programs . These include the University of Lagos ’ Orientation and Matriculation program , Fresh UTME and Direct & Entry 2016 / 2017 , the International Igbo Women Forum U . K . and Nwanyi Bu Ugwu ( International Women ’ s Day ) held in Imo State in 2015 .
In 2010 , I entered the Miss Wheelchair Nigeria , crowned Ms Wheelchair Delta State . In 2017 , I was awarded 2nd runner-up in the Mr and Miss Niger Delta Beauty Pageant in Port Harcourt .
I have shown my great talent on stage and , above all else , my passion for breaking barriers and making history in Nigeria . My story has been on many platforms reaching millions of people , both the differently abled and the able-bodied , with my continuous determination to succeed in life . foundation , we have produced an inclusive drama series that ran from 2019-2020 , as well as the “ I am Rita Ofili ” documentary drama housed on the YouTube channel .
I am proud to raise my voice for the things I ’ m passionate about and with purpose . My focus is on projects that will leave a mark on people ’ s minds and hearts . I will continue to dream and , above all , fight for my goals and ideas , never give up , and when I fall , I will continue to get back up . I will break barriers and hope to inspire , uplift and motivate many along the way . I will help to create a disabled market , create greater awareness and strengthen my life journey in the fashion industry , entertainment , politics and social media channels within Nigeria and other African countries .
Lagos , graduating with majors in linguistics , African and Asian studies and the Faculty of Art .
I have been featured in numerous newspaper articles and well-known publications like The Nation , Punch , Guardian , National Life , National , Sunday Sun , and more . I have also been a television producer of mini-feature for LTV : “ Children Hawking on the Street ”, radio , and
In 2012 , I launched an NGO titled Epahaphata Hope Foundation . It is a non-profit organization driven by individuals and professionals from all walks of life bound with one common humanitarian focus to provide physically challenged individuals in Nigeria with free wheelchairs and other adaptive aids . In addition , the foundation gifts a scholarship to wheelchair users , empowering them through education , license and skill acquisition . It also creates awareness of the different issues affecting those with mobility issues .
Additionally , I am part of an inclusive entertainment firm designed to help persons with disabilities and those less fortunate . Through the
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