Emuoboh Ken Gbagi

Emuoboh Ken Gbagi is a Nigerian businessman, politician, and community leader. He is the son of Olorogun Kenneth O. Gbagi, a former Minister of State for Education in Nigeria.

Early life and education Gbagi received his early education in Nigeria, attending Greensprings Primary School and Atlantic Hall Secondary School, both in Lagos. He later completed his secondary education at Munster High School in Indiana, United States. During his time at Purdue University, managing various properties including Signatious Hotel in Warri, Delta State. He later founded Blue Delta Integrated Services Limited, an advertising company specializing in digital screens and signage.

In September 2024, under Chief Gbagi’s leadership, Falcon Bay Energy relaunched its filling station at Ugbolokposo Junction, Uvwie LGA, marking a revival of family business in fuel distribution. The relaunch, held on the late Kenneth Gbagi’s birthday, was described as a continuation of his legacy. He later served as Special Adviser to the Governor on DESOPADEC from October 2018 to May 2019 and as Special Adviser on Youth Development for two terms. Gbagi was conferred with the traditional title of Ame of Ughelli Kingdom by His Royal Majesty, Oharisi, the Ovie of Ughelli Kingdom in January 2015. In December 2024, following the passing of his father, he was installed as Ame of Ughievwen Kingdom during a ceremony at the royal palace presided over by His Majesty Dr. Matthew Ediri Egbi, Okobaro of Ughievwen Kingdom.

Philanthropy Gbagi is actively engaged in philanthropic activities, including regular hospital visits to provide financial assistance to patients in need of medical care. He is also committed to supporting education by visiting schools, aiding teachers, and providing learning materials for students.

On World Charity Day (September 2024), he paid off outstanding hospital bills for over ten patients at Otu-Jeremi General Hospital, rescuing several from prolonged stays due to financial constraints.

Awards and recognition Gbagi is an awardee of the "Most Distinguished Youngest Office Holder of the Year (2019)" award by the Udu Icon/Role Model Awards.