In the dynamic and often clamorous world of Nigerian politics, where declaration speeches and campaign fanfare frequently precede substance, a different kind of leader is quietly capturing the imagination of the people in Etsako Central. Hon. Augustine Enamegbai Umogbai, though yet to formally declare a bid for political office, has emerged as a figure of profound interest and quiet admiration across Edo State.
He represents a refreshing archetype of leadership—one where a gentle demeanor masks a formidable intellect, and where service is not a slogan but a lifelong practice. His is a story not of ambition announced, but of a vision demonstrated through a lifetime of preparation, compassion, and unwavering integrity.
The foundation of Hon. Umogbai’s potential leadership is an academic journey as diverse as it is distinguished. It is a scholarly odyssey that has equipped him with a unique lens through which to view governance and human development.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, he gained a deep understanding of societal structures. A Postgraduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Management and a Diploma in Music reveal a mind that values both harmony in society and harmony in art.
This was followed by not one, but two Master’s degrees—one in International Advocacy Development and another in Defence and Strategic Studies. Currently pursuing a PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies at the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna, Hon. Umogbai possesses a rare fusion of social scientific insight and strategic acumen, making him exceptionally prepared to navigate the complex security and developmental challenges facing his constituency and the nation.
Yet, to know him only by his degrees is to see merely the frame of the portrait. The true picture is painted by his action in the world beyond academia.
As the CEO and Director of De Seraphic Ensemble, one of Nigeria’s largest choral groups, he has channeled his passion for music into a powerful force for cultural enrichment and youth inspiration, elevating liturgical music to new heights.
As the leader of 3Ms Multi Dynamic Services Ltd., with ventures in construction, agriculture, consultancy, and oil and gas, he possesses a practical, entrepreneurial understanding of the economic engines that drive progress.
This excellence has been recognized through prestigious fellowships, including Honorary Fellow of the Nigerian Defence Academy and an Iconic Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Administrators of Nigeria.
What truly defines Hon. Augustine Umogbai, however, is a humility that directs his influence toward silent, transformative philanthropy.
In an age of performative charity, his compassion operates away from the glare of cameras. As a foster father, he provides scholarships and full support to 34 children, gifting them the opportunity of an education he so deeply values.
This commitment to lifting others, carried out with sincere selflessness, is the bedrock of his character. A devout Catholic and choirmaster in the Abuja Archdiocese, his faith is a active, guiding principle.
He is a dedicated family man, married to Omolade Roseline for nearly two decades and a father to three biological children alongside the many he mentors.
Hon. Augustine Umogbai embodies a holistic dedication to family, faith, knowledge, and community. Should he choose to answer the call to serve in a formal political capacity, Etsako Central Constituency would gain more than a politician; it would gain a leader.
A leader who is intellectually equipped to design strategic solutions, compassionately driven to ensure no one is left behind, and possessed of the quiet, unwavering integrity to execute a vision of service that puts people first.
