The Social Emancipator Dr Giscard Norris Stanley FNIM @ 54

 

The Social Emancipator Dr Giscard Norris Stanley FNIM @ 54

Social emancipators are the ones who have the conscience of progressive social transformation , those who are not afraid to roar the tempest of the status quo and check the social injustices in societies. Social emancipation is rather an urgent need for every society than a usual step-by step solutionization of societal needs either pragmatic or infusive; nonetheless it must be that it relies on the shoulders of a fearless personality who is never in doubt of his/her God giving grace to stand in the gap for the people.

Today is another time to celebrate a rare breed of social emancipator of this generation. A detribalised and non-sentimental Adamawa born gentleman whose exceptional personal achievements and connection would have made him to be very proud, yet he is known as a down-to-earth leader, conscientious and meticulous achiever. Chief Dr. Giscard Norris Stanley FNIM is a one person that has stood out in so many ways in his sojourn on this planet.

All his life he chooses to identify with human course that liberates both the mind and the soul.  “No need to worry about anything if everyone would get their minds liberated from ignorance and sentiments.” Said Dr Giscard.

Norris believes that social transformation is only possible if youths are properly educated and empowered. That is why over the years he has dedicated greater part of his life and resources in supporting youths’ education and empowerment. He has singlehandedly sponsored some dozens of youths to acquire their bachelor’s degrees and some post graduate degrees. Dr. Norris has also dedicated so much resource into supporting entrepreneurial development of youths in Adamawa State and even outside the state. Some of the beneficiaries of is benevolence are now well placed in their chosen careers and endeavours.

When he took over the comatose Adamawa Homes and Savings, many thought it was impossible to revive it, but Norris stunned everyone by resuscitating the only Mortgage financial institution in the State and he gave it a facelift. To show his kind person and his reverence for sacred places, among the first assignments in the premises of the Adamawa Homes and Savings was the renovation of the Mosque that stood conspicuously at the entrance of the premises. As a non-Muslim he did not allow any sentiment of religious difference to blind him from doing what he considered a priority before venturing into the monumental renovation and rehabilitation of the dilapidating structures.

With the coming of this liberator the entire work environment was illuminated, spark of life came to Adamawa Homes and Savings, Staff dressing, office work pace and approach to business changed radically. He spearheaded staff capacity development, rejigged the structure and set the focus of the bank back on track based on founding objectives.  

A man who has excelled both academically and professionally, Giscard Norris Stanley hold a BSc, two Masters and an MBA, he is one of the exceptional PhD holders who finished with Distinction. He is a Fellow of Nigeria Institute of Management (Chartered)-FNIM and member of several professional bodies.

His career in Banking starting from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) where he worked as a Youth Corps Member and was given the award of the best NYSC during his time at the CBN. He worked in quite a number of Banks in Nigeria and rose to become a Regional Manager before he left the banking sector to pursue his academic ambition of obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy a task which he accomplished so well.

Dr Giscard is a renowned researcher and Human Right Defender. His involvement with the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) a United Nations Human Right Mechanism brought him to the United Nations Assembly in Geneva Switzerland where he and his team members made presentations to some foreign missions in Geneva including the USA and the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions ,through Right Based Approach Project by the Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (LCCN) in collaboration with Adamawa United Forum (AUF) and Grassroots Movement for Peace and Reconciliation. This has also ignited his interest in the Minority Rights and Inter-relations.

When he was called upon by the Fresh Air Administration under the leadership of Rt. Hon Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri it was no doubt a right decision of putting the round peg in the round hole.

Chief Dr Giscard Norris Stanley was by the time of conferment with the Mbula traditional title of NgunbusaMuna Imm Ba Mbula (Young Lion of the grassland of Mbula) the youngest title holder in Mbula-land. For his commitment to his people and humanity he was unanimously elected as Secretary Forum of Mbula Traditional Title Holders.

Dr.Giscard was also conferred with the enviable Traditional Title of Kurme Lawaru of Batta Chiefdom on 4December, 2020, in appreciation of his relentless efforts at drawing the attention of the international community to issues of human rights violations particularly in Numan Federation, using the mechanisms of UPR process of the United Nations Human Rights Council.

A humanitarian and philanthropist, Norris believes that if one wants to render help he needs not to have the whole world before he reaches out hands of assistance to the needy. Because of his commitment to human cause he received the Icon of Humanitarian Service Award by National Advocate for Good Governance. He is also a recipient of the Beacon of Hope Award by North East Youth Alliance for Peace Building. Among others Dr Norris bagged the Award of Excellence by Fresh Air Administration Awareness; Legend of Development Award by Youth Wing Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN);

One thing you cannot take away from Chief Dr. Giscard Norris is his love for the things of God. He is a dedicated Christian who is always available to God’s work. For those who are close to him, his Church time is compared to nothing. Dr. Norris holds committee responsibilities in the Adamawa State Government House Chapel, he is a dedicated Boys’ Brigade Member; no wonder he was the Reviewing officer at Final Boys Brigade Parade to mark end of the week long camping by the various battalions in Adamawa State.

By the mercy of God Dr. Giscard survived a ghastly Motor accident on March 23, 2021 in which he lose his driver to the cold hands of death (May his soul rest in Peace).There is no doubt, The Lord Almighty kept him alive in order that his Liberation ideology becomes fully institutionalized and impactful.

Let us celebrate this great lover of God, Liberator and human right defender of global repute at 54!