Draft:Ubong Essien

Ubong Essien
Born
Lagos, Nigeria
Alma materUniversity of Ilorin
University of Lagos
OccupationsMotivational speaker, author, consultant
Known forWest Africa's first Certified Speaking Professional (CSP); Dean of the School of Eloquence
SpousePatience Essien

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Ubong Essien is a Nigerian motivational speaker, author, and communications consultant. He is the founding Dean of the School of Eloquence and the founder of the Blue Economy Academy.[1] From 2020 to 2023, he served as the Special Adviser on Strategy and Communications to the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).[2][3]

Early Life and Education

Essien was born in Lagos and had his secondary education at Federal Government College, Ikot Ekpene. He later attended the University of Ilorin, where he studied Biology Education.[4] Following an early career in publishing, he transitioned into professional public speaking in 2006 when he established the School of Eloquence, where his wife, Patience, serves as the registrar.[5]

Professional Speaking and Media Career

In 2012, Essien was certified as a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) by the National Speakers Association (NSA) in the United States.[6] He is the publisher of The Achievers Journal and has established media platforms including the Achievement Channel. He is also the founder of Blue Economy TV.

He is the author of books on public speaking and personal development, including "Speak with Power" and "The Challenge to Perform."[7]

Guinness World Record

In April 2026, Essien led a team from the School of Eloquence to set a new Guinness World Record for "The Longest Speech Marathon by a Team.[8]"[9] The marathon ran continuously for 480 hours from April 1 to April 21, 2026, in Lagos.[10] The record was officially confirmed by Guinness World Records in May 2026, surpassing the previous record of 127 hours set by Toastmasters District 112 in New Zealand.[11]

Youth Initiatives

Through the School of Eloquence, Essien initiated the "Catching Them Young in Public Speaking" program and the Eloquence Cup, an annual public speaking competition for secondary schools in Nigeria.[12]

References

  1. ^ "Blue Economy Academy to educate Nigerians on sea wealth – Founder". Punch Newspapers. 25 February 2025. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  2. ^ "NIMASA DG appoints Essien as SA on Communications, Strategy". The Guardian Nigeria. 16 September 2020. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  3. ^ "Jamoh's Aide, Essien, Bows Out Of NIMASA, Hails Boss". Leadership News. 11 September 2023. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  4. ^ Funke Olaode (13 May 2017). "Ubong Essien: I am First Nigerian to Become Certified Professional Speaker". THISDAYLIVE. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  5. ^ Funke Olaode (13 May 2017). "Ubong Essien: I am First Nigerian to Become Certified Professional Speaker". THISDAYLIVE. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  6. ^ "Ubong Essien: I Am First Nigerian to Become Certified Professional Speaker – THISDAYLIVE".
  7. ^ "The Challenge To Perform for launch in Lagos". The Guardian Nigeria. 27 March 2022. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  8. ^ "Longest Speech Marathon: School of Eloquence Wins Guinness World Record" (PDF). Arise News / THISDAY. 13 May 2026. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  9. ^ "Nigeria's School of Eloquence sets new Guinness World Record of 480-hour speaking marathon". New Telegraph. 13 May 2026. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  10. ^ "Nigeria's School of Eloquence sets new World Record with 480-hour speaking marathon". The Guardian Nigeria. 13 May 2026. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  11. ^ "Nigeria set to top global speaking record". The Nation. 13 April 2026. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
  12. ^ "Queen's College wins 2021 Eloquence Cup". Punch Newspapers. 25 November 2021. Retrieved 4 June 2026.

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