P.N. Okeke, Emeritus Professor of Physics and renowned space scientist at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of support as he approaches his 83rd birthday and the launch of his new physics books.
Okeke, a distinguished author who has revolutionized the study of physics in Nigeria and beyond, shared a statement on his X (formerly Twitter) account acknowledging the efforts being made for the celebration.
“I am deeply moved and immensely grateful for the overwhelming support and appreciation from so many of you on my upcoming 83rd birthday and book launch celebration on October 30th. The planning team is working tirelessly to make it memorable for me,” Okeke wrote.
The celebrated physicist has long been at the forefront of advancing the understanding of physics, and his upcoming event will further cement his legacy in education and science in Nigeria.