AVID USA

He served with the US Army in many capacities. Starting in early 80's, he served in the 20th Ordinance unit in West Germany where he received a meritorious Army medal award. He served during the Noriega conflict in Panama in 1989, at Check Point Charlie in West Berlin, and in the Gulf War with coalition forces. He finally served with the 710th Infantry Battalion at Fort Drum, New York. He holds a master's degree in Criminal Justice Management, a master's in Human Relations, and a BSN.

He served in the US Navy on board USS Taylor FFG50. He was deployed to the Persian Gulf during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He actively participated in visible boarding, searching, and seizure as a member of the VBSS team. He attended Florida State College for his nursing license and the University of North Florida for his bachelor's degree in Political Science.

He has been a member of the American Legion for sixteen consecutive years. He is an American author, investor, serial entrepreneur, and Adjunct Business Professor at Florida State College at Jacksonville. He was a combat Active Military Service Navy Veteran, permanently forward deployed to Yokosuka Japan onboard USS Independence CV-62 and USS Kitty Hawk CV-63.

He served in active duty with the United States Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FORTY (NMCB-40). He deployed to Kuwait and the island of Guam during Operation Enduring Freedom. He has earned a master's degree in Civil Engineering and his professional engineering license. He serves as the PRO of the American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID).

He served in the United States Navy for over 24 years in the Engineering Department. He served onboard USS Vicksburg CG-69, USS Philippine Sea CG-58, USS Dewey DDG-105, and USS Higgins DDG-76. He served as Damage Controlman with DCASE experience and CBRN-D Specialist. He holds a bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration from National University in California.