Chika is a compassionate leader who believes in the power of community, empathy, and everyday acts of kindness. Her love for children and commitment to uplifting women have shaped both her personal values and professional path.
She is a mother of three, an economist, and a contract lecturer at Toronto Metropolitan University. Through her work in academia and beyond, Chika is dedicated to building a world where opportunity, dignity, and hope are within reach for everyone.
Chika is especially passionate about grassroots initiatives that foster self-reliance and long-term impact. She believes that empowering women has a direct and lasting effect on the well-being of children and communities. Whether through access to education, clean water, or support for small businesses, she sees thoughtful, community-led solutions as the key to sustainable development.
She is guided by the belief that “little drops of water make a mighty ocean.” This philosophy shapes her approach to service and giving. As a board member of Canadian Samaritans for Africa, Chika brings compassion, purpose, and a strong sense of responsibility to her role, continually working toward a more just and caring world where every contribution matters.
