The 2025 Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) Channel 5 End-of-the-Year Children's Party, known as the December Felicitation, witnessed an extraordinary act of generosity that will be remembered for years to come. Dr Helen Oritsejafor, Chairman of Spring Sky Finance Company Limited, transformed the festive event into a landmark occasion by awarding a life-changing scholarship and spreading joy to hundreds of young attendees.
A Moment of Lifelong Impact
As the Special Guest of Honour at the event held on 19 December 2025, Dr Oritsejafor made an announcement that drew thunderous applause. She awarded a full educational scholarship covering primary through university education to one outstanding child who won a game competition. This gesture was described as unprecedented in the long history of the Felicitation celebrations.
Beyond the grand prize, her kindness touched many more children directly. Dr Oritsejafor personally distributed over 150 gift items to the young participants, lighting up faces and hearts throughout the venue. Her presence, as a respected business leader, devoted mother, preacher, and committed philanthropist, elevated the party from a seasonal celebration to a lasting moment of inspiration and hope for the next generation.
A Legacy of Empowerment and Service
This event is a single chapter in Dr Oritsejafor's extensive history of philanthropy and community support. Her passion for helping those in need is institutionalized through her foundation, "Dr. Helen, a Hand to the Needy Foundation", established during the COVID-19 era with the mantra "We Care".
Her philanthropic work is multifaceted and deeply impactful:
- Educational Support: She has consistently provided scholarships from primary to tertiary levels, shaping outstanding men and women in society.
- Youth & Business Empowerment: Alarmed by high business collapse rates in Africa, she founded "The CEO's Company Mentorship Class" to offer free guidance for sustainable growth. She has also set up free vocational and skill acquisition courses for youths and the unemployed.
- COVID-19 Relief: Through her foundation, she provided free business training and financial support (ranging from N300,000 to N500,000) to startups to prevent closures during the pandemic.
- Widows & Rural Support: She has extended aid to widows, collaborating with former U.S. Congresswoman Dee Dawkins-Haigler, and surprises less privileged rural communities with cash and food donations.
Accolades and Recognitions
Dr Oritsejafor's impactful work has earned her significant local and international recognition. In 2015, the United Nations recognised her support for women and youth in Nigeria. She received the Afrikanwatch Gold Merit Award (AGMA) in 2018 as Most Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year and was conferred with the Afrikanwatch Grand National Patriot (AGNP) title.
The same year, she received global recognition from the wives of Presidents and Vice Presidents in Africa as an Advocate of Ending Extreme Poverty. Early in 2025, she was honoured as African Philanthropist of the Year by the African Leadership Magazine (ALM) for her exceptional work through her foundation.
Beyond her foundation, Dr Oritsejafor influences lives as the host of the popular family show "Mama Helen & You", using the platform for philanthropy and to impart knowledge on societal and family issues. She is also an accomplished author, dedicating 50% of the proceeds from her best-seller "You Too Can Become a Success" to support struggling businesses.
Undoubtedly, Dr Helen Oritsejafor's actions at the NTA Children's Party reaffirm the profound impact one individual can have. Her legacy of service, generosity, and empowerment continues to build a brighter future, leaving enduring footprints for generations to come in Nigeria and beyond.
