Eunice Atuejide
Eunice Uche Julian Atuejide (born August 16, 1978) is a Nigerian businesswoman, lawyer, and politician, best known as the founder and National Chairman of the National Interest Party (NIP). She gained significant national recognition as the NIP's presidential candidate in the 2019 Nigerian general election.Early Life and Education Eunice Atuejide was born on August 16, 1978. Her early education included a Diploma in French from the Université Marc Bloch in Strasbourg, France. She is an alumna of the University of Ibadan, where she earned a degree. Furthering her studies, Atuejide attended the University of Siegen, Germany, and the BPP University in the United Kingdom. She also has qualifications from the New York Film Academy (NYFA) and IIEF. As a lawyer, she is qualified to practice in both Nigeria and the United Kingdom.Career Progression and Major Achievements Atuejide's career is multifaceted, spanning law, business, and politics. As a lawyer, she maintains practices in both Nigeria and the United Kingdom. In business, her ventures include IT consultancy, specifically focusing on website development and management for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and charities. She is also involved in sourcing funding for businesses in Europe and facilitating infrastructure projects across Africa, Latin America, and Asia. Her most significant public role began with the founding of the National Interest Party (NIP), a political platform established with the aim of promoting political participation and inclusiveness in Nigeria. She currently serves as the National Chairman of the party.Notable Works and Political Status Her political career peaked during the 2019 Nigerian general election when she contested for the Presidency under the National Interest Party platform, becoming one of the notable female candidates in the race. Her campaign focused on a variety of policy positions, particularly emphasizing economic strength and political participation. As of her most recognized public activities, Eunice Atuejide remains the National Chairman of the National Interest Party, actively involved in Nigerian politics and leveraging her background in law and business to advocate for her party's policies.
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