Nigeria’s IT oracle, Chris Uwaje, has said that God does not forget the good works people do, whether through promoting institutions, creating value, supporting initiatives or contributing to efforts that positively impact society.
According to Uwaje, people may not always receive adequate recognition or reward from those who directly benefit from their contributions. However, he noted that such works are never forgotten by God and that their impact can extend beyond the lifetime of those who made the contributions.
He added that, in some cases, the benefits of such efforts may be inherited by future generations, with the children of those who devoted themselves to building institutions and creating value eventually benefiting from the legacy their parents established.
Uwaje made the remarks when Aaron Ukodie visited him to express his appreciation for Uwaje’s support for the eWorldForum and the launch of his books.
During the visit, Ukodie also presented Uwaje with copies of his books ordered by Dr. Jimson Olufuye, an IT expert and longtime stakeholder in Nigeria’s technology industry. Olufuye had specifically requested that the books be delivered to Uwaje.
“Our works are never forgotten by God,” Uwaje said. “God may ultimately reward our children if we are not rewarded by Him during our lifetime.”
Ukodie had earlier reflected on Uwaje’s longstanding contributions to Nigeria’s ICT ecosystem, particularly his efforts to promote the development of the country’s IT policies and institutions. He noted that although he may not have received what he considers adequate recognition or reward from the industry for some of his contributions, he has continued to witness what he described as God’s blessings and rewards in the lives of his children.
His remarks came after Ukodie reminded him of his contributions to the Nigerian ICT ecosystem and encouraged him to continue his good works in the industry.
Earlier in the day, Ukodie had also visited James Agada, a software expert, co-founder of CWG and ExpertEdge, and current president of the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON), to deliver two copies of his books.
Uwaje’s remarks underscored the importance of building a lasting legacy through service, innovation, institution-building and the creation of value for others—even when immediate recognition or reward is not forthcoming.
For Uwaje, the greatest reward for meaningful work may not always come directly to those who undertake it. Instead, the impact of their contributions can endure, shaping institutions, inspiring others and benefiting generations yet unborn.
