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On 25th Jan, a farewell and honorary degree conferment ceremony was held for Amb. Kim Young Chae, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nigeria.

The event was attended by the Diplomatic Community, past and present Nigerian government executives and officials, Management of Western Delta University, Nigerian media personnel among others.

At the farewell gathering, the Ambassador was conferred an honorary degree by the Western Delta University, in recognition of his immense contribution to the University inclusive of the restoration of one of the University’s Chambers. He was also honored by the renowned proprietress of the NIKE Art Gallery chain Mama Nike and Alayemore of Ido-Osun, Oba (Dr.) (Arc.) Aderemi Adeen Adeniyi-Adedapo.

The duo crowned him with a chieftaincy title, ‘OTUNBA ABUMU-BUWE’ and her Excellency, the Ambassador’s wife ‘YEYE ABUMU-BUWE’ for her active role with the Ambassador.

The Ambassador gave his farewell remarks, recognized certain individuals for their role in his time in Nigeria, and promised to return to Nigeria to visit. Prominent guests like Governor, Douye Diri, Governor of Bayelsa State, guests also gave farewell remarks.

The night rounded up with a buffet reception.