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Early Life and Education
Dr. Divine Okemefuna Igwe-jp (born August 20th) is a Nigerian medical practitioner, academician, and philanthropist known for his contributions to healthcare, education, and community development initiatives. Dr Divine Okemefuna Igwe Jp holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S) from the Ebonyi State University. He has  Executive management experience with expertise in Strategic, Operational & Financial Planning, Product Innovation, Competitive Analysis & Market Planning/Development, Crisis Management and Organizational Restructuring. Dr. Divine is a dynamic, effective technocrat.

As The Chief Executive Officer, EBSHIA
In 2023 Dr. Divine Okemefuna Igwe Jp  was appointed and inaugurated as the 3rd Chief Executive Officer, Ebonyi State Health insurance Agency, EBSHIA. by the Governor of Ebonyi State.

The prestigious position of the Chief Executive Officer is one of the strategic positions in health ecosystem and are operated by technocrats who understand the rudimental structures of insurance.

Dr Divine is also a fellow of Institute of health insurance Nigeria.

Prior to his appointment he was a lecturer 1 in the department of physiology, faculty of Basic medical sciences in David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences.

He is the founder and the managing director of Expacon Specialist Hospital which position he resigned to take  up the appointment of Executive Secretary, EBSHIA. in his new office. Dr. Divine O. Igwe Jp restructured Health insurance ecosystem in Ebonyi State and brought illumination and value to the health insurance system. He organized the first and the best health insurance summit in Nigeria.

Through Dr. Divine O. Igwe, formal sector of health insurance and state equity fund health insurance were approved and implemented in Ebonyi State. He launched the first health insurance ambassador package in Ebonyi State.

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Career
His professional, executive leadership and governance experience spans several roles some of which include


 * Was the Director of welfare SUG, EBSU,
 * Was the Two term Chief Whip EMSA parliament, Clerk , Senate , SUG, EBSU.
 * Was the Director, ASMAP.
 * Was the Chairman, Expacon Youth Foundation.
 * Was the PCF leader, Believers Loveworld incorporated.
 * Was the Technical Assistant to the Governor of Ebonyi State, 2019 to 2023.
 * Was the Supervisor of General hospitals Ebonyi State.
 * Was the Coordinator, Forum of Technical Assistance in ministry of health 2019 to 2023.
 * Was the Director, medical service David Umahi Federal University of health Science, Uburu.
 * Was the Lecturer 1, Department of Human Physiology, David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS): Dr. Divine O. Igwe-jp imparts knowledge and mentors students in the field of human physiology.
 * Was the Medical Officer, Various Institutions: He has worked as a medical officer at Diamond Specialist Hospital, Ebonyi State Ministry of Health, EBSU Community Teaching Hospital Uburu, among others.
 * Was the CEO, Expacon Specialist Hospital
 * Was the CEO, Expansionist Academy
 * Was the CEO, Expacon Press and Publishing
 * Currently the Executive Secretary/CEO, Ebonyi State Health Insurance Agency: Dr. Divine O. Igwe-jp has served as the Executive Secretary and CEO of the Ebonyi State Health Insurance Agency, where he played a pivotal role in improving access to healthcare services in the state.
 * He is also a member of Forum of CEO of SSHIA in Nigeria and other boards where he leads the formulation of policies at the highest corporate level.

Philanthropy and Community Engagement
Dr. Divine O. Igwe-jp has been actively involved in youth empowerment and community development projects. He has served in various leadership capacities in student unions, youth foundations, and forums. He is the President of the Transformers Cosmos Youth Foundation now known as Expacon Youth Foundation and has been engaged in grassroots political participation and leadership development training.

Professional Memberships and Certifications
Dr. Divine O. Igwe is a member of the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), Love world Volunteer Medical corps, West Africa College of Physicians, among others. He has received certifications in medical professional training and leadership development.

Personal Life
Dr. Divine Okemefuna Igwe-jp is married with children and is a devout member of the Christ Embassy Church, where he serves in various capacities including as the President of the Youth Forum in Abakaliki.

Contact Information
Phone: 07033790997

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Referees
1. Pastor Eunice Oyeyemi: Senior Pastor, Christ Embassy Church Abakaliki.

2. Professor Jesse Uneke: Vice Chancellor, David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences Uburu.

3. Dr. Daniel Umezurike [FWACS, FICS]: Honorable Commissioner for Health, Ebonyi State. Consultant Surgeon, Federal Teaching Hospital Abakaliki.