Nigerian-born Professor Rita Orji has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women, a list compiled by the Women’s Executive Network.
While speaking about the recognition, Professor Orji, who teaches at the Faculty of Computer Science, Dalhousie University in Canada tweeted: “I’m humbled and honoured to be named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women’s Executive Network @WXN
“I’m a winner in the Science and Tech category, recognizing my contributions and commitment to tech advancement as well as diversity and inclusion in #STEM.
“Special thanks to my mentors, supporters, students, family, and to a workplace that continually strive to create an environment that fosters diversity & inclusion, @dalfcs.
“From my village in Owelli-court, Enugu State
“From hawking, from praying for just an opportunity to get a first degree…
“To the global stage!
“By the way, I also made the list of Nigeria’s Top 100 Women!
“Your dreams are valid!
“Akachukwu di ya! #Igbo
“#Congratulations to me!”
