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The presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi has been voted '2022 Man Of The Year' by Nigerians both at home and in the Diaspora.

Mr Peter Obi defeated three other nominees to emerge a winner in a 14-day Leadership Excellence Awards voting from 1st to 14th August, 2022 via online platforms.

In the online contest, monitored by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Obi polled 2, 428, 403 votes to defeat the Chairman and founder of BUA Group, Abdul Rabiu who polled 1, 124, 172 and popular Nigerian Singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido who polled 881, 766. The fourth nominee, Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, the founder and general overseer of Omega Power Ministries had earlier stepped down and publicly endorsed Peter Obi for the Award.
https://igberetvnews.com/category/awards/voting/

The Prestigious award, endorsed by the African Union, African Film Institute, will be presented in a grand ceremony organised by IgbereTV on 5th November, 2022 at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja.

Mr Peter Obi is an astute Nigerian businessman and politician who served as Governor of Anambra from March to November 2006, February to May 2007, and from June 2007 to March 2014.

Born in Onitsha in 1961, Obi graduated from the University of Nigeria in 1984. Afterwards he entered business and banking, eventually rising to hold several high-ranking executive positions at banks. By the early 2000s, Obi was the chairman of Fidelity Bank before leaving the position to enter politics.

In May 2022, Mr Obi became the presidential candidate of the LP in the upcoming 2023 general elections, after defecting from the PDP. Obi's presidential campaign has been described as populist and has been noted for its support among many young Nigerians, who have been nicknamed "Obi-dients".

The prestigious Igbere TV Leadership Excellence Awards, the fourth in a row, is held annually; it recognises and honours the outstanding impacts of leaders across both the public and private sectors in Nigeria.

It promotes outstanding leaders and personalities whose impacts have been felt in Nigeria’s political, social and economic spheres.

The Award also applauds excellence, achievements, performance, humanitarian activities and philanthropic gestures.

Mr Obi Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana won the 2021 edition.

At first, I honestly thought that SEC freezing the accounts was the problem. I found a solution to the SEC problem only to discover that what's in the account can't pay 3 top investors. I came here and said the truth because I promised to be neutral and report only what is true. As soon as I made that post - Chinmark called me and shouted at me.

Shouting at Charles Awuzie? Dude, you were just calling me Dede, Sir etc ... Where did the humility run to? Oh ok, I got it. The usual religious humility.

It then dawned on me that the help they want was to hide the truth and not to solve the problem.
I told him the job of image making is for PR firms. But he should focus on solving the main problem - which is how to pay investors. I told him that once investors are paid, top investors are settled with assets, the people dragging him on social media will naturally calm down. It is the law of life. If you want to put out a fire, don't put your hand in the fire, you will get burnt. Look for the extinguisher - the solution.

I am not a Truth hider... That's something I don't do . I solve problems. And if SEC was the problem, Charles Awuzie would have solved it.

If SEC was the problem, Chinmark knows what to do to unfreeze the accounts. But SEC was a cover up. This is the hard truth.

I called one of his pastor/mentors who asked him to follow my advice and told him that TRUTH WAS LACKING.
At that moment, I made it clear that SEC IS NOT THE PROBLEM.

If there is no money in the accounts then why are we blaming SEC? Could it be that SEC saw the reckless spending and stepped in to halt more expenses which would have driven the accounts to Zero? If Chinmark genuinely wants to solve this problem, he should step DOWN, allow an independent agency to come in. I told him about the process of entering Administration which precedes liquidation.

Why I Didn't Support the Debt Funders story....

Which Debt funder or equity funder will give a Brand so much money for a bad name and little financial strength?

Only a criminal funder with questionable money will do such. I'm in business. I am an investor. I know what I am saying.
Business funding is not charity. Nobody will throw in Billions into a brand that has lost marketability.
These funders should be named. But if they continue to be nameless, then only a fool will choose the option of a nameless Funder. What if there is no funder and it's just a strategy to calm the fire? And moreover, I also know from experience that it takes a very long time to secure such huge fundings.

I promised to be neutral in this case - this means that I will stand for what is TRUE, FAIR AND JUST.

To achieve this, I refused to recommend any service provider to either CHINMARK or the investors. I won't recommend any liquidator, lawyer or whatever so it won't be that Charles wants something out of this.

I want JUSTICE. I am a Nigerian who is ashamed of his nation. Fraud has cost me millions of dollars. I won't watch fraud of any kind happen and I refuse to do something. This is about RESPONSIBILITY... This is about Leadership. Nothing else attached.

At this point, some well meaning Nigerians have stepped in. Some top Nigerians wants to use this case to end the evil of financial recklessness in our land. Let's wait and see what happens next.

Pastor Charles Awuzie

As the political climate heats up, all roads lead to the 2023 presidential election. Nigerians will be eager to find out what makes a worthy candidate. Nigerians expect that a candidate should be trustworthy, possess a wealth of experience and good leadership qualities to take Nigeria forward.

Former Senate President – Anyim Pius Anyim is one of the many aspiring candidates that is already making the headlines. Looking at his records, a lot of Nigerians are hopeful that he would be the one to disrupt the status quo and remove the veil of mediocrity that blindfolded the nation for so long. Those who know him know that he has what it takes.

Anyim Pius Anyim

Wondering why he fits the bill? Here are some things you need to know about Presidential aspirant, Anyim Pius Anyim.

1) He is the youngest Presidential aspirant from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
Born on February 19, 1961, Anyim’s declaration to run for the seat in Aso rock is both timely and strategic. Nigerians are looking for leaders who are relatively young, considering the political clime and can offer strong leadership. At 60 years of age, Anyim Pius fits the bill perfectly. This is why he is fast becoming a favourite amongst the youths in the country.

2) He holds a National Honours of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) second-highest National Honour in Nigeria.
Anyim Pius Anyim is one of the few people that hold the second-highest award in Nigeria. He has distinguished himself in leadership and national developmental matters. He is a nation builder, a peacemaker, and someone who genuinely has Nigeria’s interest at heart. He demonstrated this although his many years of service to the country.

3) He Has a Law Degree
He possesses a bachelor of law degree from the prestigious Imo State University. This was instrumental when he began life in public service, shortly after youth service. He became Head of the Protection Department at the National Commission for Refugees, Abuja, a job that included the provision of legal services and political protection for refugees.

4) He Holds the Record of the Youngest Senate President
In 2000, he emerged as the youngest Senate President ever, a remarkable feat in the Nigerian political scene. He was one of the youngest Presidents in the Senate chamber in 2001 till date. This recognizable feat only goes further to show that he is someone with the ability, competence, and willpower to lead.

5) He was the Secretary to The Government of the Federation (SGF)
Anyim Pius Anyim was appointed as a Secretary to the Government of the Federation by Goodluck E. Jonathan. As SGF, he did very well in taking the entire federation into consideration. He used the office to serve Nigerians from all walks of life and carried everyone along.

6) He brokered Peace to a Fractured Relationship Between the Arms of Government.

During his time as Senate President, Anyim did not shy away from being an exemplary. Even at his young age, Anyim demonstrated rare leadership qualities by bringing back peace and synergy between the arms of government.

7) He Publicly Displays His Christian faith
He is a very honest and God-fearing man and one of the few politicians who have no charges levelled against him. Despite being in the political field for a good number of years, one thing that didn’t change about the statesman is the way he publicly displays his dedication to God. Anyim Pius Anyim has always, and still is, a dedicated member of the Assemblies of God Church, his life practically revolves around work and worship.

Anyim Pius Anyim has served Nigeria in several capacities and has been termed a man of integrity and dignity.

The Elections are fast approaching Nigerians are still clamouring for Anyim Pius Anyim to press on against all odds as he has the full support of every well-meaning Nigerian. and it’s important to know the candidates so that the decision can be easier for millions of Nigerians.

Willing and Able, Capable and Competent: Anyim Emerges as South-east PDP Presidential Candidate | #IgbereTV

The 2023 presidential election would be one to watch keenly as aspirants start to put pre-campaign preparation in full gear ahead of the proper campaign tours and rallies. One question that had initially been asked in whispers, but has now gained more volume has been – “Will there be a President from the East?”. It’s been a tough couple of years for Nigerians, especially as post-pandemic moves are still being figured out; however, the eyes of Nigerians are wide open and watching.

Nigerians are not unaware of the shortcomings of the ruling party, and are currently looking up to the PDP to rebuild the nation; to protect lives and property; to restore the respect of Nigeria within the comity of Nations. Nigeria needs a strong torch bearer to re-align the political structure of Nigeria to reflect the current realities; to revive our economy and create a generally inclusive government where both the young and old can thrive and be successful.

Economy-wise, Nigerians need an experienced head to save the naira; to rebuild our broken-down social fabric; to create jobs for our teeming youths and rehabilitate our collapsing educational systems amongst many other things. With the expectation of PDP’s return to power by Nigerians, belief is fast rising that our nation can resume the march to greatness.

One candidate that has been earmarked as the torchbearer, who conveniently ticks all the boxes, and has a very experienced head on very agile shoulders, is Anyim Pius Anyim. During his recent meeting with party stakeholders in Enugu, the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation said he is very much willing and available, ready and equipped to lead Nigeria on that march to greatness.

Truth be told, a lot of Nigerians who know Anyim Pius Anyim from his days as the Senate President have given him the green light because when compared to other aspirants, both in PDP and in other political parties, there are just a few that by experience and exposure, temperament and humility, capacity and competence, can match his record of service to Nigeria. No wonder there’s a clamour at this point for him to be the President.

For long, the Igbos or the South East, have rightly complained of political marginalization, and the absence of the opportunity to produce the President of the country, not minding their enormous contributions to the development of Nigeria. “No right candidate” has been the excuse for the longest time, but not anymore. Anyim Pius Anyim not only holds a credible record that qualifies him for the office; he has also for the first time, shown willingness to run.