[6] He spent his early life in Epebu, Emadike[7] and then Port Harcourt, where he attended Kumoni Secondary School while spending time with his uncle, Chief (Engr) Okori Obana Christopher.
[6] Azibapu is the founder of Azikel Group, a conglomerate made up of companies in the business of dredging, petroleum refining, power generation, aviation, construction and engineering.
[13] Dr. Eruani initiated the aviation training program in Bayelsa State as part of his commitment to empowering local youths and addressing unemployment in the region.
[15] In 2008, Dr. Eruani founded the Azikel Group in response to the need for job creation, wealth generation, financial independence, and economic sustainability.
This conglomerate encompasses various businesses, including sand-aggregate mining, dredging, logistics and air charter services, power generation, and petroleum.
Its initial phase utilizes efficient, low-emission, open-cycle gas turbines fueled by heavy oils and residuals from the refinery process.
[21][22] On 20 August 2018, Dr Eruani received honour and award of Business Excellency, Innovation and International Partnership at the US consular in Lagos.
[23] The consul-general Bray said this award and recognition, conferred on Eruani is in the advancement of societal growth and development by putting in wheels of industries in motion.
[24] In October 2022, a Nigerian national honour of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) was conferred on him by President Muhammadu Buhari.