Chief Orji began his early education in Nkporo, where he laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to learning and service. He later gained admission to the prestigious University of Port Harcourt, where he pursued his higher education between 1984 and 1989. Following his graduation, he completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program in Niger State in 1990. His dedication and exceptional performance during the service year earned him the State Chairman’s Honours Award for Outstanding Service—a testament to his commitment to excellence and community development.
After a brief but impactful professional experience in Nigeria, Chief Orji migrated to Finland in November 2001 in pursuit of broader opportunities. His arrival marked the beginning of a new chapter, not only in his personal and professional life, but also in his commitment to the Nigerian and Igbo diaspora communities in Finland.
In 2004, he joined the Igbo Union Organisation Finland, where his passion for service quickly became evident. From 2010 to 2012, he served as the Financial Secretary, and between 2015 and 2019, he held the critical role of General Secretary for both Igbo Union Finland and Nzuko Umunna Ndigbo in Finland—a rare dual responsibility that highlighted his leadership skills and unwavering dedication to cultural unity and progress. In 2019, he was elected Chairman of Igbo Union Finland, a role he held with distinction until the end of his tenure in June 2025.

Throughout his time in Finland, Chief Orji has not only contributed to cultural preservation and community-building but also invested in his own professional development. He undertook a series of professional studies at Edupoly and Helsinki Business College between 2014 and 2018, further equipping himself with skills relevant to both his career and community leadership. A man of deep values and humility, Chief Orji is driven by a genuine love for humanity and service to others. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the Igbo community abroad, he was honoured with the traditional title “Nwanne Di Na Mba 1 of Finland”—a prestigious title that celebrates kinship, leadership, and compassion in the diaspora. Chief Anya Odim Orji is happily married to Mrs. Ugo Anya Orji, and together they are blessed with four children. He remains an inspiring figure and a beacon of hope and unity for many within and beyond the Nigerian community in Finland.