EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND / CERTIFICATES OBTAINED

1988-1989 LLM LAWS, KINGS COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON. Specializing in Maritime, International Finance, Intellectual Property and International Trade Laws.

1987-1988 BL, NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL (CALLED TO THE NIGERIAN BAR)

1985-1987 LLB (HONS) LAWS – UNIVERSITY OF WALES, ABERYSTWYTH. Second Class Upper

1982-1985 BA (HONS), POLITICS AND PHILOSOPHY- UNIVERSITY OF KEELE, STAFFORDSHIRE, With subsidiary subjects In Astronomy and History

1974-1979 O/LEVELS - Stella Maris College, Port Harcourt

1970-1974 PRIMARY - St Cyprians State School, Port Harcourt

WORK EXPERIENCE / POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1989-1990 DR MUDIAGA ODJE AND PARTNERS AT WARRI.
The Firm specialized in Litigation including Land and Real Estate Matters; Chieftaincy Issues, Matrimonial Causes amongst others.

ONYEABO OBI AND PARTNERS IN LAGOS.
The firm specialized in commercial law.

1990-1991                            AJUMOGOBIA, OKEKE AND OYEBODE AT ONIKAN, LAGOS. 
The firm specialized in commercial law and had retainership with several multinational firms including Mobil oil, Schlumberger, Western Geophysical, amongst others.

1991-1993                            LEGAL ADVISER AND CONSULTANT TO PETGAS RESOURCES LTD

Was involved in the follow up of refined petroleum products allocation from Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), including high power fuel oil (HPFO), low power fuel oil (LPFO), premium motor spirit (PMS) etc. Also the negotiation of several long term crude oil export contracts between Marc-Rich International And The NNPC; Interpetrol SA of Argentina and Ampol Petroleum Of Australia.

Was involved in the opening of letters of credit, leaseof vessels to lift crude oil and refined petroleum products; liaising with the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA); Pipelines And Products Marketing Company (PPMC) and The Port Harcourt and Warri Refineries.

1993-1995                            OPERATIONS DIRECTOR OF OMEGA PETROLEUM NIG LIMITED

The company specialized in the movement of refined petroleum products along the west coast of Africa and delivered refined products especially automotive gas oil to end users in Liberia, Zaire, Abidjan, Sierra Leone, Togo amongst others.  As operations director, i handled most of the negotiations for products; opening of letters of credit; hiring of vessels on long term basis from overseas; dealing with the Products And Pipelines Marketing Company of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation. I also negotiated for storage contract at STSL Lome, Togo (Societe Togolaise De Stockage De Lome).  This enabled us to service clients such as Socap Paris, Elf Abidjan.
Our other clients included the National Oil And Chemical Marketing Company Ltd.

1996-1999                            MANAGING DIRECTOR OF RHEINGOLD NIG LTD

An integrated engineering company specializing in providing turnkey engineering services to the major oil producing companies including Mobil, Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), Elf Petroleum, And Agip Oil amongst others. We successfully executed several procurements and engineering contracts for Shell Petroleum Development Company, Mobil, Agip And Elf.

We also delivered refined petroleum products to end users like the Nigerian Liquefied Gas Company (LNG) amongst others.

We collaborated and acted as agents to China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC)in their quest to enter the Nigerian oil and gas sector, leading to the successful establishment of their subsidiary Bureau Of Geophysical Prospecting (BGP).  We guided and were involved in securing and negotiating long term 3 d seismic data acquisition contracts for both Shell Petroleum Development Company and Agip Oil.

Notably, with the entry of BGP into the seismic data business in Nigeria, the prices of services in this area was substantially reduced.

1999 -2003                           DEPUTY SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, NATIONAL ASSEMBLY

• In recognition of his impressive achievements in Academia, legal practice, business and humanitarian services, the   people   of   Ahoada East/Abua Odual Federal Constituency of Rivers State urged him to run and voted him in as their representative at the National Assembly in 1999.
• At the National Assembly, his colleagues also elected him as deputy speaker, House of Representatives on June 4 1999.

 

AS DEPUTY SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, HE CHAIRED THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEES.

• Chairman, Committee Of The Whole-In this Capacity I Handled The Detailed Consideration Of All Bills In The Committee Of The Whole And Processed All Bills Through Consideration, Prior To Passage Into Law.
• Vice Chairman, House Of Representatives’ Committee Of Selection-The Committee was responsible for The placement of Members In different Committees.
• Vice Chairman, National Assembly Joint Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution.

 

HE ALSO LED SEVERAL DELEGATIONS TO VARIOUS INTERNATIONAL SUMMITS AND CONFERENCES.  THESE INCLUDE:

• The Nigerian parliamentary delegation to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
• Commonwealth Parliamentary Association(CPA) African region, Ghana (august 1999)
• Parliamentary visit to India (October 2000)
• Parliamentary visit to Peoples Republic of China  (July 2000 and July 2002 respectively)
• The 106th Conference of Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU) Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (September 2001)
• The 107th conference of Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU) Morocco (March, 2002)
• Commonwealth Conference of Speakers and presiding Officers, Kesane, Botswana (January 2002)
• Parliamentary delegation to Venezuela (October 2002)
• Global   Conference   of   Parliamentarians   Against  Corruption (GOPAC) Ottawa, Canada ( 2002).

 

PRINCE NWUCHE IS THE SPONSOR OF THE FOLLOWING BILLS:

• THE NIGERIAN OIL AND GAS LOCAL CONTENT BILL: to allow for greater participation of indigenous companies in the oil and gas industry, with a view to developing indigenous oil/gas technology, empower local companies; create employment for our youths and multiplier effect on other sectors of the economy. This was borne out of his experience as a veritable indigenous player in the oil and gas sector of the Nigerian economy, from 1992-1999
• NIGERIANS WITH DISABILITY BILL:  this seeks to set up a National Commission for disabled persons.
• WOMEN TRAFFICKING AND CHILD LABOUR ERADICATION FOUNDATION (WOTCLEF): A Bill establishing a National agency to enforce laws against trafficking of persons, particularly women and children.  This bill was proposed by the founder of WOTCLEF , Hajiya Amina Atiku Abubakar, wife of the Vice President of Nigeria.
• THE NIGERIA MEDIA BILL: which is an amalgamation of all laws relating to the media in Nigeria.

 

He is also noted for his commitment to the promotion of dialogue between the Organized Private Sector (OPS) and the national assembly, especially with regards to local industrial capacity building within the context of the world trade organization (WTO).  He is also a facilitator of dialogue between a coalition of non-governmental organizations and the parliament on issues of media rights, and sustenance of a credible democratic system.

A tireless community worker and grassroots activist, Prince Nwuche has identified strongly with his people’s problems and aspirations, hence his pivotal role in the passage of the Niger Delta Development Commission Act and the Onshore/Offshore Dichotomy Bill. 

2004-2010                            PRINCIPAL PARTNER RAYFIELD ASSOCIATES

A law and consultancy firm with offices in Abuja and Lagos specializing in oil and gas law and legislative advocacy.  The firm’s clients include The Swiss Embassy, The Embassy Of Finland, The Embassy Of Japan, The Embassy Of Austria, The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), The Central Bank Of Nigeria (CBN), SPDC, Tetra Pak Ltd, Phillip Morris, The Ministry Of Justice, Mobil Producing, Etc

The briefs handled range from the renewal of oil mining leases, guidance in application for oil prospecting licenses(OPLS), legislative monitoring of bills, drafting of bills, real estate law, legal opinions and research, immigration and consular matters, investigations and verifications of diplomatic and visa documents, litigations on commercial disputes, expediting of several bills including BOFID , FSS 2020 laws etc.

He actively advised the Minister of Petroleum, Dr. Edmund Daukoru in the mini bid rounds of 2006/2007 especially on the participation of indigenous companies via the concept of the local content vehicle (LCV)

He was also actively involved as consultants to CNPC of China and CNODC in the propagation of the combination of upstream/downstream assets as a vehicle for developing refining capacity and other downstream assets to ease the continued importation of refined petroleum products in the midst of high crude oil production.

CHAIRMAN CUTRA INTERNATIONAL LTD

An investment company which was pivotal in the entry of China National Oil Development Company(CNODC) into Nigeria and the securing of 4 oil prospecting leases(OPLs) in the Chad basin and Niger delta in the 2006 bid round.  The company also negotiated the oil prospecting licence Of Tianjin Energy and Bayelsa Oil Company.

MEMBER PRESIDENTIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL

Served on the Niger Delta Sub-Committee. The committee worked closely with the oil and gas companies and the Niger delta ministry and other stakeholders to re-examine the Niger delta crisis and advise on the consolidation of peace.  Also liaised with the repentant militants and held discussions on ways to secure the peace and address the root causes of the problem. Submitted several reports to the President on the Niger delta and other sectors of the economy including oil and gas, power, infrastructure, economy, social welfare, education, anti-corruption etc.

MEMBER - PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN COUNCIL

DEPUTY CO-ORDINATOR GOODLUCK/SAMBO CAMPAIGN (SOUTH-SOUTH)

MEMBER – RIVERS STATE ADVISORY COUNCIL

The Councils responsible for providing advice to the Rivers State government on various sectors including the economy, youths, infrastructure, etc.

MEMBER – RIVERS ELDERS COUNCIL

A Council of elder statesmen formed to advise the governor on governance issues.

MEMBER – SPECIAL PETROLEUM INDUSTRY BILL (PIB) TASK FORCE

A Special Task Force set up by the Federal Government of Nigeria to review all versions of the Petroleum Industry Bill and produce a draft bill which will anchor all proposed reforms in the Nigerian Oil & Gas Industry with a view to achieving quick passage of the bill in the National Assembly.

ELECTED - PRESIDENT NIGERIA WEIGHTLIFTING FEDERATION
After a keenly contested election held on May 14th, 2013 at the National Stadium Abuja, Hon. Nwuche emerged winner and was inaugurated as President of Nigeria Weightlifting Federation to serve a Four Year Tenure on May 17th, 2013.

APPOINTED – ACTING DEPUTY NATIONAL CHAIRMAN, PEOPLE’s DEMOCRATIC PARTY (PDP) AND MEMBER NATIONAL WORKING COMMITTEE (NWC)

APPOINTED CHAIRMAN BOARD OF GOVERNORS NATIONAL INSURANCE COMMISSION (NAICOM)

MEMBERSHIP OF ORGANISATIONS AND BOARDS

Prince Nwuche is a member of several professional bodies.  These include:

• Member, Institute of Petroleum, London
• Member, Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
• Chairman, Trade Group of Nigeria – South Africa Chamber of commerce (1995)
• Member, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• Member, International Bar Association (IBA)
• Member Board of Directors, Global Organization of Parliamentarians Against Corruption (GOPAC).
• Chairman, Nigerian chapter, African Parliamentariant Network Against Corruption.
• Member and leader of the Nigerian contingent to the ECOWAS parliament
• Member Board of directors of Nigerian Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (NAIPA)
• Life Patron, Nigeria – Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry

TITLES, HONOURS AND AWARDS

Various communities and organizations have conferred on him traditional titles, distinguished honours, and awards.

TRADITIONAL TITLES

• Ada – Idaha Ke Efik Eburutu of Calabar
• Aha Eji Aga Mba of Okigwe
• Onwa Etiliora of Enugu state
• Agbawo Dike Izu of Egbema
• Ozulumba of Umunya
• Nta-Nta of Oron
• Ebubedike of Ogbunike
• Mataimakin Sarkin Talakawan Nijeriya 

 

HONOURS / AWARDS

• Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (OFR)
• African International Worthy Ambassador (AIWA) -All African Students Union.
• Life patron, National Union of Rivers states students (NURSS).
• Hallmark award for distinguished Nigerians of the 21st Century.
• Award of exceptional performance in politics – Igbo National Council (INC) 2001
• Award of Excellence in Politics and Leadership Accomplishment
• Certificate of membership 003309 – Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
• Award of Honorary fellow of the association – Nigeria Association of Technologists in Engineering (NATE)

PUBLICATIONS

Prince Nwuche has authored some academic works.  These include:

• Larceny in English and Australian law
• Restructuring the oil industry to allow for full participation by producing states and communities.Africa: the process of integration and impact of globalization (Presented as guest lecturer at emancipation day celebrations in Trinidad and Tobago, august 1st 2003, under the auspices of Caribbean historical society)

 

HOBBIES

.  READING
.  SPORTS
.  MUSIC