Born in Eastern Nigeria, Emmanuel Nwamah lost his father when he was two years old and his mother the during the Nigerian civil war when he was thirteen years old. Mr. Nwamah lived in several refug...view moreBorn in Eastern Nigeria, Emmanuel Nwamah lost his father when he was two years old and his mother the during the Nigerian civil war when he was thirteen years old. Mr. Nwamah lived in several refugee camps during the war. He survived the war and was determined to pursue his academic career. He completed his elementary and high school in Nigeria. He worked for NIgerian Railway Corporation as a cost accounting clerk. He came to America in August 1980 to further his education. He graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma University in Durant with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and two minors in Accounting and management. He is currently working for the State of Florida Department of Children and Families. He has held various positions and received many awards for his commitment and dedication.view less