5 Important Things To Learn From Anambra Rising Star,Azubike Emodi.

Azubike Emodi is one of the young eggheads that founded VFD Group PLC in 2009. The company is one of Nigeria's most diverse investment company and began operations with 2 million naira. Today, VFD Group has grown its assets and it's worth over 50 billion naira with stake in piggyvest,NGX,MTNetc.

Azubike Emodi, a co-founder of the company heads one of its subsidiaries, Anchoria Asset Management Company Limited. He'll be celebrated at the prestigious AMTY Awards as Rising Star of the Year.

His journey encapsulates a blend of professional acumen,entrepreneurial flair, academic excellence, creative pursuits, and a dedication to both career growth and personal life, reflecting a dynamic multifaceted individual.
As Anambra prepares to celebrate one of her finest rising stars at the AMTY Awards on the 29th of December 2023, here are 5 takeaways from Azubuike’s sterling professional journey;

*Versatile Professional Expertise:*

Emodi has showcased remarkable versatility in his career, excelling in various sectors such as banking,asset management, finance, international trade and investment. His ability to transition between different sectors and excel speaks volumes about his adaptability and expertise.

*Leadership and Strategic Management* :

Azubuike’s leadership quality is most profound. His roles at VBank, Anchoria Asset Management Limited, and various directorial positions across multiple companies demonstrate his adeptness in strategic management, fostering growth, and driving innovation within organizations.

*Entrepreneurial Ventures:*

As a director and founding partner of Lynx & Ocelot Limited, an export company focused on agricultural products, and serving as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for Our Car Limited, an automobile company that offers sales of premium vehicles and pre-used vehicles with after sales services.
Emodi showcases an entrepreneurial spirit, contributing to diverse business ventures beyond the financial sector.

*4. Academic and Professional Distinction:*
With academic qualifications including a B.Sc. in Banking and Finance, an MBA in Management, and an M.Sc. in Banking and Finance, coupled with memberships in
esteemed professional bodies like IFC, ACIB, and FICA, Emodi’s commitment to academic and professional excellence is evident.

*5. Authorship and Personal Endeavors:*
Beyond his professional life, Azubike Emodi’s literary accomplishments as a published author with his debut novel” Swindle” alongside his dedication to family life, exemplifies a well-rounded individual actively engaged in personal pursuits and creative endeavors.


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Anambra Billionaire Set To Wed 26-Year-Old Miss Universe Nigeria (Photo)


Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, a real estate Mogul and politician from Anambra State is getting married to Miss Universe Nigeria, 26, Mitchel Ihezue.

Mitchel announced this on Monday, December 4, 2023, on her Instagram page, along with some beautiful pictures of them.

In their pre-wedding pictures, Prince Ukachukwu, who lost his wife Princess Nnenna in a horrific car accident in 2020, is shown grinning broadly as he prepares to give love another chance.

She wrote, “Ikukuoma, 1 day to go. #Unendinglove2023”

Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu is the owner of one of the biggest estates in Nigeria, Prince and Princess in Abuja.

He was a former house of Representatives member who represented the FCT.

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Onitsha: A City of Broken Dreams.

Mike Amakeze

Ife n’eme n’ Upper Iweka. Remember that hit by Apama about Pericoma Okoye and the illegal tax collectors at Upper Iweka. The song told a story of how the tax collectors waylaid him, demanding for tax receipts, oblivious of his status as a powerful dibia from Arondizuogu. In their usual crude tactics, they lifted him up when he demanded that they return his money that they collected forcefully and took him to their office. He never uttered a word. They realized the precariousness of their position and their folly when they got to their office. They could neither lift him up nor bring him down. Pericoma defied the law of gravity. He became too heavy for their shoulders and they resorted to begging profusely. They were only relieved from their misery after they met his stiff conditions. A child is at liberty to play with his mother’s breast but not his father’s testicles. According to the song, after that incident, anybody who hails from Arondizuogu is feared by the tax collectors because the person might as well be another Pericoma and Pericoma is too heavy.
The song recorded massive commercial success because it spoke to the reality of everyday people. It wasn’t just a song. It was a grim warning, a dire prediction, often correct, of the status of Upper Iweka. It painted a gloomy picture of lawlessness and the blanket of insecurity that pervades the area. The notoriety of Upper Iweka rubs off on the city of Onitsha and most times becomes its definition. For a traveler passing through the city, the narrative about Upper Iweka and that of Onitsha are easily interchangeable.

This city has not always been this rowdy, unplanned, chaotic space. Beyond commerce, this city led the charge for adult education and literacy in the entire eastern Nigerian. Market men and women had a culture of reading. Book was a thing. Successful traders registered for night classes so they can read, write and communicate effectively with their business associates and customers from across the Niger. You can’t discuss the development of Nigerian literature without making a copious mention of the Onitsha Market Literature which came in pamphlets and novellas. It was a potpourri of life experiences and was consumed, according to Emmanuel Obiechina, by “grammar and elementary school boys and girls, lower level office workers and joournalists, primary school teachers, traders, mechanics, taxi drivers, farmers and the new literates”. People deliberately sought to remove what Okey Ndibe called “the cobwebs of the mind”.
Onitsha played host to elite schools- Dennis Memorial Grammar School and Christ the King College, both occupying large expanse of land along Oguta road. They attracted students from far and near. Their healthy rivalry led to their excellence in learning and in all round character formation. Today, so many great men in both public and private life endeavours are proud products of these two institutions. Both of them have very strong alumni associations.

Onitsha had a vibrant and rich entertainment sector. It was the home of highlife. Osita Osadebe, Celestine Ukwu, Rex Lawson, Eddie Okonta etc were the highlife ambassadors and they made Onitsha their sanctuary. Ghanaian musicians thronged the city and released countless albums most of which were in Ghanaian languages but all of which were hits. Their teeming Igbo fans simply converted the Ghanaian languages into the nearest Igbo words and sang along. One of the songs by J.A. Adofo and his City Boys Band was simply converted to “A minute oo k’ eji eyipu babe akwa”. Kofi Sammy of the Okukuseku International Band fame relocated from Lagos to Onitsha just so he can record with Rogers All Stars headquartered in Onitsha. The all time hit song “Sweet Mother” was first performed at Plaza Hotel in Fegge by Nico Mbarga and his Rockofil Jazz band before it was released under the banner of Rogers All Stars and it went on to sell millions of copies. Most of the artists perform at sold out shows and joints.

Onitsha was the commercial, educational and cultural headquarters of the Eastern region. There was an air of arrogance exhibited by both the indigenes and the inhabitants of this city hence the saying –ife eji abu Onicha erika. I was little when water from Nkisi Waterworks still flowed from the taps little. The Public Works Department was still functional and sanitary inspectors still conduct inspections. It was a well-run, bustling commercial city. Then things began to go south. The population started increasing without a corresponding investment in modern infrastructure to plan and accommodate same. The city centre became choked, and then started expanding and absorbing neighboring communities from Nkpor to Obosi, Nkwelle and Nsugbe. The once neat roads lost their innocence. Filth and dirt occupied roadsides and street corners. Slums and ghettoes became breeding grounds for miscreants. Incidences of crime assumed an alarming proportion, becoming a popular dent on the narratives of this city, a feather on its bleak cap. The exodus began. Popular businesses closed shops, worsening the unemployment situation. The city shriveled in significance. Nightfall came with trepidation. A city that used to have a vibrant night life became a ghost town once it is dusk. Entertainment became reduced to the obituary announcements from the government owned ABS.
I was here when Derico Nwamama (Okwudili Ndiwe) and Chiejina ruled the crime world. Those were the outlaws with identities and verifiable addresses, not the later day faceless cowardly goons that go with the sobriquet Unknown Gun Men. Whatever that means. Things got so bad that the inhabitants happily welcomed the dreaded Bakassi boys to sanitize the streets. Their public execution became a festival of blood and gore. Kids with impressionable young minds cheered and watched with glee while they cut off heads from the necks of human beings and set them on fire.
I come back to this city of my birth and I see those same challenges it city faced in my teenage years. Despite the litany of markets in and around Onitsha and repeated incidences of fire, there is no single fire station in the entire city. Organized means of transportation is completely absent. This city with affluence yields little in quality of life, ease and trappings of a modern space. This city used to attract and retain talents from all over the country, lending wings to their dreams. Now it is in a chokehold, with young people eager to leave for other places at the slightest opportunity. We continue to stand as witnesses to the continued drain of the best brains from the city into other parts of the country.
In the days of yore, people were eager to learn and reinvent themselves. Today, the times demand that ahia oma adighi ere onwe ya (Good product does not sell itself). The game requires heavy, intentional marketing and PR. Unfortunately, there are many businesses in and around the city that are worth hundreds of millions of Naira but neither possess an online presence nor have a marketing budget. No. 51 Iweka road used to be the most famous address in the marketing and distribution of movies. Not anymore. The Lagos boys have since taken over the movie industry, reinvented it and sold it to Netflix, while Onitsha plays catch up. This is a key reason Okeke and Sons business model does not scale.

I get downcast because of the stagnation of this city that I love, the developmental stillbirth. It keeps on giving without taking. It cries for inspiring and directional leadership. It seeks a reinvention, leveraged on technology. The dampened fire wants to be fanned into flame again. Intentional, collective progress cannot happen with the haphazard, individual approach to development. Like Lady Catherine once said, “Nothing ever built rose to touch the sky unless some men dreamt that it should, some men believed that it would and some men willed that it must”.

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Anambra Man, Benedict Oramah emerges Forbes Africa Person of the Year

The President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Prof. Benedict Oramah, has been named FORBES AFRICA magazine 2023 Person.

According to a statement the recognition was conferred during an award ceremony in Cairo, Egypt. The award event featured the unveiling of FORBES AFRICA’s December 2023/January 2024 edition, showcasing Prof. Oramah as the cover personality.

Dr Rakesh Wahi, the Founder and Publisher of FORBES AFRICA, alongside Roberta Naicker, the Managing Director, underscored that the award acknowledges the achievements of outstanding Africans dedicated to the continent’s development.

Renuka Methil, Managing Editor of FORBES AFRICA, described Prof. Benedict Oramah as a true pan-Africanist, highlighting his three-decade career at Afreximbank.

During an interview, Methil emphasized Prof. Oramah’s exceptional track record, boundless enthusiasm, passion, and significant contributions to Africa’s economic development.

Methil further elaborated on Oramah’s visionary leadership, citing the launch of the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) as a historic cross-border payment initiative in local African currencies.

She commended his resilience as a risk-taker and his articulate vision for a new united Africa.

What you should know
The FORBES AFRICA Person of The Year nominations involve submissions from the magazine’s editorial and research teams, including journalists from various African bureaus.

After a comprehensive Africa-wide review of prominent contributors, Prof. Oramah emerged as the unanimous winner for 2023.

This accolade adds Prof. Benedict Oramah to a roster of past recipients, including Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria; Dr. James Mwangi, CEO of Equity Group; Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank; Aliko Dangote, CEO of Dangote Group; Mohammed Dewji, President of MeTL Group; and Thuli Madonsela, former Public Protector of South Africa.

In addition to the FORBES AFRICA Person of The Year award, President Oramah was honoured with the Zik Prize in Professional Leadership in November.

Under his leadership, Afreximbank has been spearheading noteworthy projects. For instance, the bank recently signed a $150 million trade finance facility agreement, under the Ukraine Crisis Adjustment Trade Financing Programme for Africa with United Bank for Africa.

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Trouble for Ubah,Ekwunife as Ngige,Moghalu, others Shun Reception.


There are indications of potential issues within the Anambra APC, as prominent leaders of the party in the State like former minister of Labour, Senator Chris Ngige and immediate past Managing Director of NIWA, Dr George Moghalu were absent at the reception of Senators Ifeanyi Ubah and Uche Ekwunife. Other stakeholders who did not attend the reception include ,the current Minister of Women Affairs , Mr Ben Akabueze, Dr Chioma Ejikeme etc. The absence of these individuals, who are considered founding members of the party in the state, could be interpreted as a sign of internal discord.

An insider source told ANAMBRA PEOPLE that some of these high ranking party members were not carried along in the scheme of things.

The source said: " Ngige is the leader of the party in the State and when some people fail to recognize him as such and recognize another ,how do you expect them to grace your occasion "

Recall in the build to the last general election this year,Ngige had chosen not to campaign for Tinubu during the last presidential election, citing his neutral stance and relationships with other candidates as the reason for his abstention. Since leaving his position as Minister of Labor, Ngige has avoided discussing national issues and has remained relatively silent.

No explanation was given for the absence Dr George Moghalu, former NIWA MD and Minister of Women Affairs. Apart from these big shots, their allies too were also not present at the meeting. However, at the time the reception was going on ,Ngige was sighted at the wedding of Uju Ifejika's in lagos. This has left people wondering why a high ranking member of the APC will choose to attend a wedding instead of a reception of big wigs in his party.



Among the attendees at the reception were several returnees to the party, such as the former deputy speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Mike Ugwah, as well as lawmaker John Nwokeji and other former legislators. Notable stakeholders present included Senator Andy Uba, former Speaker in the state Rita Maduagwu, Chief Modestus Umenzekwe, Chief Dr Rose Nwankwo, the woman leader of the Peoples Democratic Party, and numerous others who also joined the APC.

Overall, the absence of Ngige and the former NIWA MD at the reception of Senators Ifeanyi Ubah and Uche Ekwunife implies that there may be disagreements or tensions within the Anambra APC. This could be further indicative of antagonistic voices or factionalism within the party, as well as a potential lack of unity amongst its founding fathers.

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How Richest Igbo Woman Brought Together the High and Mighty in Nigeria's Political and Business Landscape.

How Richest Igbo Woman Brought Together the High and Mighty in Nigeria's Political and Business Landscape.


The finest of the A-list personalities attended the wedding Mrs. Catherine Uju Ifejika daughter's wedding, one of the leading female entrepreneurs in the country, on Saturday, include Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, the governor of Abia State, and Kashim Shettima, the vice president of Nigeria.


Mrs. Ifejika is the CEO and Chairperson of the indigenous petroleum company, Brittania-U Nigeria Limited (BUNL).

The Labour Party's presidential candidate and former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, was among the dignitaries in attendance at the event, which took place at the Convention Centre of Eko Hotels in Lagos.

Along with them were the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi; Dr. Chris Ngige, a former governor of Anambra State and minister; Dr. Cosmas Maduka, Sir Emma Bishop Okonkwo,Chairman, Air Peace, Allen Onyema; Mr. Nduka Obaigbena, publisher of ThisDay Newspaper; and a plethora of other individuals.

The photos above offer a glimpse of the caliber of guests that made the day special for the young couple, Chinedu, the groom, and Brittany, his bride.

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Ubah/Ekwunife Tsunami: Soludo Mulls Joint Ticket with Chidoka

Ebuka Nwankwo

There is mounting pressure on Governor Soludo to reconsider his current deputy, Dr Onyeka Ibezim, and instead run on a joint ticket with former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka in the upcoming 2025 Anambra election. It has been reported that Chidoka, unless there are any changes, will leave the PDP and join APGA in preparation for the election.

It is believed in some quarters that a repeat of Soludo/Ibezim ticket come 2025 will spell doom for APGA considering the fact that Ibezim holds little or no electoral value with respect to the influence APC throws around in Anambra State currently.

Insider sources have revealed concerns from Soludo's team about Uche Ekwunife's move to the APC, given her strong political influence in Anambra Central Zone and the state as a whole. They fear that Senator Ifeanyi Ubah already poses a strong challenge in the southern senatorial zone, judging by the performance of his former party, YPP, in the last general election. Soludo's team believes that if Ubah is allowed to work with Ekwunife in the Central Zone without being counterbalanced by another strong force like Chidoka, who hails from a significant voting bloc, it may impact Soludo's chances of winning a second term.

According to the insider, Soludo initially considered handing over leadership to Chidoka and had discussed the idea with bishops in the Anglican communion. The source confirmed that Soludo, unhappy with the dominating influence of Catholics in the state's affairs, confided in Anglican bishops and wealthy Anglicans that he would prefer an Anglican to be his successor, which has earned him great support from affluent Anglicans.

However, due to the desperation of the APC to take power from the APGA government, Soludo's team has decided to re-strategize. Instead of bringing Chidoka after his second term, they plan to bring him in now to counteract the political alliance between Ifeanyi Ubah and Ekwunife.

The source stated that Chidoka's appeal to the people of Anambra, especially coming from a large voting bloc in Idemili, makes him the ideal candidate. It is also revealed that talks are already underway in the Party, exploring the possibility of a joint ticket, with Soludo as the governorship candidate and Chidoka as the deputy. Chidoka, who previously ran for governorship under the United Progressive Party (UPP), is believed to have a strong political foundation in the state, particularly in the Anambra Central Zone where he hails from.

Furthermore, the source disclosed that the joint ticket of Soludo and Chidoka is likely to garner support from key stakeholders in the state. However, it remains unknown how Dr Ibezim, Soludo's former running mate, will react to this development.

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Senator Victor Umeh Intervenes ,Stops Lagos demolition

By Tony Okafor, Awka

The Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Chief Victor Umeh has waded into the demolition of property in Lagos.

The demolition, our correspondent gathered affected mostly Ndigbo.

On Tuesday, Umeh who is the Chairman Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs, and Vice Chairman Senate Committee on Land, Housing and Urban Development visited the headquarters of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) in Abuja to discuss the fate of owners of houses in Abule-Ado Areas of Festac, Lagos state which have been under demolition.

Recall that concerned about the huge losses and the outcry over the ongoing demolitions in Abule-Ado, Umeh had earlier intervened in the Senate and also engaged the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa through the Senate Committee on Land, Housing and Urban Development (where he is Vice Chairman) on the need to halt the demolition exercise and to conduct proper investigation.

Umeh therefore proceeded to the headquarters of the FHA on Tuesday where he had very useful and fruitful deliberations with the Managing Director of Federal Housing Authority, Senator Gbenga Ashafa and the General Manager, Zonal Coordination of FHA, Barrister Hajara Kadiri towards resolving the Issues and halting further demolitions.

Part of the solutions was that terms of settlement would be worked out by the Federal Housing Authority which would be mutually beneficial to all concerned.

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Soludo Appoints Omenugha Acting Vice-Chancellor, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University

Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has approved the following appointments

1) *Professor Kate Azuka OMENUGHA*- as Acting Vice-Chancellor, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU)

Professor Omenugha as acting Vice-Chancellor replaces Professor Greg C. Nwakoby following the expiration of his tenure as Vice-Chancellor of COOU

Also appionted is;

2) *Professor Louis Chukwuemeka ORAKWUE,* as State Project Coordinator, Anambra State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP)

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CELEBRATING PROF. POLY EMENIKE, PhD, MON (ODENIGBO NANKA) AT 68

Prof. Poly I. Emenike is a distinguished entrepreneur, a philanthropist, academic, a Nigerian national honors recipient, and a prolific writer. He is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NEROS Pharmaceuticals Limited, one of Nigeria's foremost pharmaceutical companies. He is the author of several acclaimed books; 'Entrepreneurial Spirits: Through the Seventeen Success Principles of Napoleon Hill'; 'The Benefits of Adventures'; 'How to Alter Your Destiny to the Direction You Want'; 'The Daily Positive Vitamins-For Entrepreneurs'; 'Think and Grow Rich: African Perspective'; '300 Years of Akwamakwa Liberation Movement in Nanka'; The Principles of Entrepreneurial Psychology and Philosophy; The Catalytic Effects of Macro and Micro Books Approach in Achieving Goals and Objectives, 'Innumerable Benefits of Typing Skill', 'Autosuggestion: The Single Most Powerful Secret to Success; 'The Plan Book Theorem: How to Achieve your goals and Objectives Through the Practical Principles of Macro and Micro Plan Books Theorem'; and soon to be published *’The Economic Trajectories of the Igbos After Nigeria – Biafra Civil War: My Personal Perspectives'; '15 Writing Principles on How to be a Celebrate Author; ‘The Mental Emancipation: How to Control your Conscious and Subconscious Minds for Effective Performance and Shrines as Arbiters: Is Reverse the Case of Christianity in Igboland?*

Poly Emenike holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a Master's degree in Marketing, both from the University of Lagos, Nigeria. He received his PhD in International Business Management from the International School of Management (ISM), Paris, France. He is an alumnus of Lagos Business School (Pan African University, Lagos, Nigeria) and Harvard Business School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA. He was presented with the Napoleon Hill Foundation Gold Medal Award and Plaque at the University of Virginia, Wise Campus, USA, on Tuesday, 27th of March 2012. By receiving the gold medal award and plaque, Emenike became the fourth person to be bestowed with the Napoleon Hill Foundation Award, as well as the only person outside the United States to be decorated with such an award. He is also the first distinguished person to be appointed outside of the USA to serve as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Napoleon Hill Foundation. Prof. Emenike is the sole Representative of the Napoleon Hill Foundation in Africa for the publication and marketing of books from the stables of the Foundation. He is also a certified instructor of Napoleon Hill's Success Principles.

In November 2011, he was conferred with the national honors award of Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) by the Federal Government of Nigeria in recognition of his outstanding services to his country, his illustrious achievements in business, his philanthropic gestures to humanity, and his contributions to national development. He is also a highly esteemed community leader.

He was one of the 50 distinguished alumni of the University of Lagos who were honored at the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the institution in 2012. He is also a member of the Advancement Board of the University of Lagos. Prof. Emenike was among eminent Nigerian citizens recently celebrated and honored by the government of Anambra State of Nigeria when he was conferred with The Philanthropist Extraordinaire and Business Titan Award at the historic 25th anniversary of the creation of the State. Prof. Emenike is also a Pro bono part-time lecturer at the Department of Entrepreneurial Studies and the Chike Okoli Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state. Prof. Emenike is visiting Professor of Entrepreneurship and Member of the Governing Board, UNIZIK Business School (UBS); Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria. He hails from Nanka in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria.

*Kingsley Okey Onuzulike, mnipr*
Enugu, Nigeria

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Soludo Abandons Police Inspector Who Fell From His Convoy To Die Miserably Without Care


MR Lucky Okey, a Police Inspector attached to Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo passed away early this morning after going through horrifying brain damage arising from his accident from the Governor’s convoy in February this year.


It was gathered that Mr Lucky fell and heat his head on a tarred road from a moving police van attached to the Governor’s office on official duty in the presence of the Governor and was immediately rushed to Amaku Teaching Hospital in the state capital.

Eyes witness account told our Correspondent that against medical advice that the officer should be flown abroad for medical treatment, the Commissioner for Health Dr. Afam Obidike, instead assembled two or three doctors who compounded Mr Lucky’s brain condition until he died this morning without proper care and medication to save cost of treating him abroad.

“It is unfortunate that Governor Soludo and his Commissioner for Health, Dr. Obidike who should be responsible in giving care to our brother contributed to his untimely death.

“After the shabby brain surgery carried out on my brother since he had the accident sometimes in February this year, we have been borrowing money to buy drugs for him on a weekly basis that have ran into millions of Naira.

“Sometimes his colleagues contribute money for his wife and only child for food since the salary is not enough and the Government has been owing him over three months allowances.

“We are confused at the moment because Lucky is the breadwinner of the family. Who will take care of his wife and the child now.

“My brother died a painful death because each time his drugs are exhausted you will observe he will be eating up his tongue by himself, the brother who simply gives his name as Marshall lamented.

News source: NewsDirect

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BREAKING: Anambra Senator Set to Officially Join APC On Friday


Former Senator representing Anambra Central, Mrs Uche Ekwunife will baring last minute changes join the Nigeria's ruling party on friday.

According to an insider source, the lawmaker who already identifies with APC will officially join the party to actualize her political ambition.

It was rumored in some quarters that her aim is to become Senator Ifeanyi Uba's running mate during 2025 Anambra off season guber election.



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Billionaire Arthur Eze Donates 5 Billion Naira to Anambra State Government(Video)


Foremost philanthropist and Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Oranto Petroleum Limited, Prince Arthur Eze has donated the sum of 5 billion naira to Anambra State government as his contribution in the bid to cushion the effect of hardship in the country among citizens of the State.
Eze made the donation today at Emmaus house Awka at a ceremony organized to celebrate his 75th birthday by Anambra State government

The oil magnet said the money would be released to the government early next year .


He said the money would be handed over to the Governor,Prof Chukwuma Soludo,who would best how to utilize it.

He said he cried when he saw the kind of ground at Emmaus house who came to celebrate him.

He also donated 100 million naira to Anglican Church, Catholic Church and Methodist church

Arthur Eze's renowned generosity goes beyond Anambra State . The billionaire oil man is a regular donor to charitable causes and organizations across countries in Africa. Some of the projects he has supported include building schools, providing scholarships, providing healthcare services, and building places of worship.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UktQQ1RQZi0?si=rv4wWk80kPjqNXVr

In recognition of his philanthropic efforts, he has received numerous awards and honors both in Nigeria and abroad. He was awarded the African Business Leader of the Year Award in 2012 by the African Union, and he was also honored with a chieftaincy title by the Ooni of Ife, a traditional monarch in Nigeria.

Arthur Eze's recent donation of 5 billion naira to the Anambra State government is another demonstration of his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of his people through his wealth and resources. His legacy as a philanthropist and a trailblazer in the African oil and gas industry will continue to inspire many for years to come.

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Mbadinuju: We were stigmatized for 20yrs over bad narrative against our father – son




The remains of the former Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Chinwoke Mbadinuju has been laid to rest.

The burial ceremony which was held in his country home, Uli in Ihiala council area was the culmination of a three-day long state funeral activities for the first Executive Governor of the state in the fourth republic.


In a solemn ceremony, the former Governor was laid to rest after an inter-denominational burial service held in his honour.


The ceremony was attended by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, family members, friends, and former colleagues of the former Governor.

A police parade led the body of the former into the arena, followed by the bible reading by the family.


Speaking, the son of the late governor, Cheta Mbadinuju, a lawyer, described his father as a shining light they had in the family.


He conveyed special gratitude to Governor Soludo for the modest and fitting burial to their father.

He said, “For the past 20 years our
family felt like there was a cloud over our heads as a result of the bad narrative peddled against our father.


He asked the people to imbibe the lesson of not complaining about how bad a situation is and encouraged their people not to continue running away from their home but to look on the brighter side of life.


Musical tributes to former Governor Mbadinuju were offered throughout the service attended by former Governors Chris Ngige and Peter Obi, Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, Ebonyi State Deputy Governor, Patricia Obila, Director General, South East Governors’ Forum, Senator Uche Ekwunife, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, the member representing Ihala Federal Constituency, Dr. Paschal Agbodike, Secretary to the State government, Prof. Solo Chukwulobelu, Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Ernest Ezeajughi, members of the state executive council, among others.

Twenty-one gun salute was used to bid farewell to Dr. Chinwoke Mbadinuju who was Governor of the state between 1999 and 2003.


In his eulogy, Governor Soludo said that Governor Mbadinuju lived an impactful life and described him as a giant and appreciated him for all the great strides he bequeathed to his predecessors.

The Governor assured to sustain the positive legacies of the former Governor, pointing out that it was the best way of giving him a befitting farewell.


He added that he lived his life in service to others, and he never wavered in his commitment to making the state a better place.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/mbadinuju-we-were-stigmatized-for-20yrs-over-bad-narrative-against-our-father-son/

(Video) Remains of Former Governor Mbadinuju Depart Anambra Government House After Lying-in-State


The solemn event of the lying in state of the late former Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Chinwoke Mbadinuju, took place at the Government House in Awka yesterday. It was attended by a lot of dignitaries including his deputy, Dr Chinedu Emeka. Former Governors Peter Obi,Dame Virgy Etiaba and Soludo made brief farewell speeches at the event.


During the lying in state ceremony, the deceased's body was placed in a casket, adorned with flags and flowers, for public viewing. Various dignitaries and community leaders paid their respects in files.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRIP4-cIDPI?si=C1udo34Rit1gMmzx

Under 45 CEOs Summit: Entrepreneurs Receive Grants Worth Millions of Naira In Onitsha

Under 45 CEOs Summit: Entrepreneurs Receive Grants Worth Millions of Naira In Onitsha

Three entrepreneurs, Mrs Chiamaka Amubi-Onusonye, Mrs Amarachi Okpala-Onwuamaegbu and Mr. Ebenebe Bethel Christian have received empowerment grants of 1 million naira each from Mr Val Ozigbo, Pastor Sam Obiorah and Dr. Ikenna Ifejiofor respectively at the just concluded UDUF Africa under 45 CEOs Summit which was held in onitsha on Saturday.

The summit with the theme Creating a Sustainable Africa Through Active Leadership was organised by the Ultimate Destiny Uplifters Foundation (UDUF) Africa, a non-governmental organisation established to mentor young entrepreneurs and leaders.

Speaking at the event held at Federal Housing Estate Onitsha over the weekend, the former Transcorp boss, Mr Valentine Ozigbo emphasized on emotional intelligence as the key to success in every human endeavor.

Ozigbo also charged the organisers and other participants, mostly the youths, to be passionate about their endeavours noting that passion and striving for excellence are necessary ingredients for achieving success.

Sharing his personal life story, Dr Ikenna Ifejiofor, Managing Director of Ike God foods Industries Ltd, (Makers of Jolly-jolly Noodles) maintained that mindset was everything a leader needed to move from one point to the other. He charged participants to dream big while emphasizing the need to start small.

Others who also spoke during the summit, Pastor Sam Obiorah of Life of Faith Gospel Assembly,Ngozi Ezeasor, Oluwatoyin Taiwo Banjo,Dr Godson Iroh,Prof Olusegun Sogbesan of Onitsha Business School admonished Nigerian youths to focus more on skills acquisition programmes to be self-sufficient, lamenting that there are no more white-collar jobs in public offices in Nigeria.

Earlier, in his address, the founding president of Ultimate Destiny Uplifters Foundation (UDUF) Africa, Mr Smart Chinedu Ezuma, said the summit is one of the ways the Foundation stand to contribute to balancing the disparity in the leadership situation in Africa

According to him, everything rises and falls under leadership. If we can make corrections to our leadership mindset now that we are young, I believe that the future of Africa will be great.

He noted that any person under the age of 45 is highly favoured, lucky, and blessed, whether male or female because he or she is at the peak of performance season, which I call the afternoon session of life.

It is a good time to create and re-create your life. It’s not a time to follow shadows, build your life in the air, or have empty dreams. It’s a time to be intentional and catch up with destiny.

*From the age of 18 to 45, if you haven’t gotten clear on your purpose and destiny and made the necessary contribution towards achieving your purpose or reaching your destiny, it suffices to say you pass as a fool.

While confirming to be true the saying that a fool at 40 is a fool forever, Mr Ezuma urged Nigerian youths to be innovative and intentional about their future.

High point of the summit was business pitching by selected entrepreneurs,where three of the entrepreneurs won the business pitching competition and won 1 million naira each to boost their businesses.

There was also presentation of award to deserving individuals including, Arinze Omenwa of Naira Rice,Amarachi Abraham of Mara Paint Divah.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/under-45-ceos-summit-entrepreneurs-receive-grants-worth-millions-of-naira-in-onitsha/

“No Aso Ebi, Posters, Souvenirs” As Soludo Announces ‘Decent Burial’ For Father


The Governor of Anambra state, Chukwuma Charles Soludo has released the arrangement to give his father, Pa simeon Soludo a burial labeled “devoid of obscenities and vanity”

The details that he made available today, November 22, 2023, reads…

“The family of late Pa (Nze) Simeon N. SOLUDO

(Akukananwa) wishes to thank friends and well-wishers for the outpouring of condolences since his transition to glory on 6th November, 2023 at the age of 92.

Our father, father-in-law, grand-father and great-grand-father lived an impactful, fruitful, happy and fulfilled life. We tried to ensure that he enjoyed a “befitting living”.

At his death, we plan to give him a “decent burial/funeral” devoid of obscenities and vanity.

Consequently, the burial/funeral will be in strict compliance with the Anambra State Burial Law (2019) – no posters, billboards, brochures, asoebi, souvenir items, etc.

Indeed, guests will only be served with foods and drinks made in Anambra/Nigeria.

Date: Saturday, 23rd Dec. 2023.

Burial Mass: 10am at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, ISUOFIA, Aguata LGA, Anambra State.

Condolences/Reception: Community Secondary School, ISUOFIA

Outing/Thanksgiving Service: Sun. 24th Dec. 2023, St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, ISUOFIA, Aguata LGA, Anambra State.”


The Governor posted the burial arrangement on his social media page.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/no-aso-ebi-posters-souvenirs-as-soludo-announces-decent-burial-for-father/

Revealed: How Soludo begged Ifeanyi Ubah to Praise Him before ndi Anambra at Abuja Town hall meeting

Revealed: How Soludo begged Ifeanyi Ubah to Praise Him before ndi Anambra at Abuja Town hall meeting


The APC new media has revealed how the Governor of Anambra State ,Professor Chukwuma Soludo engaged an Anambra billionaire to plead with Senator Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah to put in good words for him before Anambra people at his town hall Meeting in Abuja.


This was revealed by APC new media in a new article.

According to the new media office:

"Do you remember how you organised a town hall meeting in Lagos State, to purportedly raise money for security equipments after your initial declaration that sit-at-home had ended, upon your assumption of office. We remember how your declaration triggered even greater insecurity, forcing the State into more severe sit-at-home.

"Then, you ran to Lagos State like a frienghtened dog with it's tail between its legs, to beg for funds from Ndi Anambra resident in Lagos despite the fact that you take N2 billon Naira every month as security vote. In addition to this, you keep and spend at will hundreds of millions of Naira, allocated to the 21 local governments in the State. This is the major reason you have renegaded on your own promise to conduct local government election in Anambra in your first six months. Today, your self appointed local government council members have been in office for over one full year. The tragedy is that the Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission -ANSIEC, has not been constituted by you and there is no hope that you will soon constitute them so they can conduct the local government election. Is the APC or Distinguished Sen. Ifeanyi Ubah, the reason you have deliberately failed to keep your own promise?

"Dear Professor, can you recall that while you were begging for funds in Lagos , the Senator Representing Anambra South Senatorial District immediately set to work like a real man and used his personal funds to purchase security equipments ( CCTV cameras, walkie-talkies, drones, vehicles, motor cycles etc.) worth over 500 Million Naira, which he used to build a security architecture that pushed back the insecurity in Anambra South Senatorial. At a time when the senatorial zone was the epicenter of the insecurity in the state, as a result of its shared borders with Imo and Abia States.

"Seeing how the Lagos town hall meeting flopped while your funny call on Ndi Anambra to bring home, their businesses got roundly ignored and laughed at, it is understandable why you are grappling with straws, leaving substances unattended.

"Having received intelligence report that the Abuja townhall will also be ignored, we have it on good authority that you reached out to Senator Ifeanyi Ubah through a prominent Anambra man who is a major player in the electricity sector(seen standing beside the Senator in the video), and begged him to assist in hyping the governor before Ndi Anambra resident in Abuja that will attend the event. You begged Senator Ifeanyi Ubah to also convince the other senators from Anambra Central and North, who reluctantly attended at the comradeship prodding of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah.

"We have it on good authority also that Ifeanyi Ubah gladly granted your request to put in good words for you before Ndi Anambra. You voluntarily acknowledged Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s security concept all over the state with the funds raised from the townhall event as well as Improve on your general performance since assumption of office.

"Ifeanyi Ubah was not the only person that was willing to give you the benefit of doubt to succeed; many Ndi Anambra were also on this table, given that you had served in the past as a former one term CBN governor and being a professor of economics, it was just not thinkable that your failure can be this loud and all encompassing.

"Dear Professor Suo-lum Oyibo, To date, you have yet to purchase a single pin as security equipment or vehicle as you promised.

"You are yet to commission one completed road project in almost two years in office.

"You are yet to do anything in Okpoko as promised.

You are yet to conduct local government elections and merely hands TC chairmen meagre sums from the over 100 million naira a month that is meant to go to each local government, from federal allocation.

Since you entered office, we have daily been regaled with stories of brutalization by thugs collecting revenue for you, as well as in-fighting amongst the two top officers in the revenue house accusing each other and your inlaw of corruption and feeding on the sweat of Ndi Anambra whose expectations that you are a messiah have been thoroughly dashed.

"Today the trending question at every gathering in Anambra presently has become, who will succeed Soludo?

"Our dear Anambra is now a state where the commissioner for finance resigns out of frustration. Anambra is now a State where stories of your Commissioners begging for alms on the streets of Awka abound while you take N2 billion Naira as security vote every month and personally handle the execution of shoddy road contracts by proxy using your in-law and a few others. You have completely captured the finance sector of Anambra State with both Commissioner for finance and the Accountant General as your brothers.

"That is why road contracts in Anambra are mostly done by little known companies like Uwakwe and sons Ltd, while Abia in less than six months, is using a frontline construction company Julius Berger.

"Dear Prof, there are even reports of quarterly allocation of 600 million to the office of your first daughter for her fashion shows from the state government coffers.

"Is this part of why the former commissioner of finance was not allowed to handle his financial duties and he had to resign in frustration?

"We are also aware that you have commenced building a befitting Government House at Isuofia, with tax payers’ money.

"Was this part of your electoral promises to ndi Anambra?

"You are yet to give account of the monies so far donated by a few to the state security trustfund so as to encourage the numerous other sons and daughters of the state to donate too.

"Recall that Senator Ifeanyi Ubah organised the same Anambra sons and daughters, and they willingly donated over half a billion Naira and built hospitals at Awka and Nnewi, for Ndi Anambra during the Convid-19 Pandemic. Dear Prof, as I am sure you are aware, everything was done transparently and took barely six months.

"You have 2 weeks to publish the names of those who donated to the state security trust fund and what you intend to use the funds for.

"Governor Mbah of Enugu didn't need fundraising to buy helicopters, security vehicles, and the rest for the state. He used his security vote, and it is not up to the N2 billion Naira monthly that you pay yourself.

"Those Anambra sons that gave you the benefit of the doubt and made donations to your security trust fund, are still waiting to see one tangible thing that the state government will do with the funds.

"They have only seen you insult late Prof. Dora Akunyili, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, Mr. Peter Obi, Chief Obiora Okonkwo of United Nigeria Airlines, GUO Motors and recently Senator Ubah since he joined the APC and set off panic alarms in your APGA cum Atiku's PDP camp.

"Ndi Anambra love and trust Senator Dr Ifeanyi Ubah CON. We shall be demanding an open apology from him, if you do not keep your own end of the bargain and start working for the state as you promised him.

"Setting up propaganda units and shamelessly campaigning for second term so early in your first tenure despite your "start and quench" clueless governance style, so far, will not deter or hoodwink Ndi Anambra from seeing through your charade.

"The million dollar question that begs for answers is; if you are doling well , will you need to trend a video of where Senator Dr Ifeanyi Ubah, CON, is speaking good of you?

"Is your Atiku/PDP mask of an APGA government doing enough to reassure the people that you know what you are doing or you are busy exchanging banters with the real lovers and stakeholders of the State in clear exhibition of your cluelessness?"

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/revealed-how-soludo-begged-ifeanyi-ubah-to-praise-him-before-ndi-anambra-at-abuja-town-hall-meeting/

Obinabo Apprehends 31 Year Old Suspect For Impregnating 14 Year Old Girl In Anambra

Obinabo Apprehends 31 Year Old Suspect For Impregnating 14 Year Old Girl In Anambra

By Chidinma Ikeanyionwu

The Anambra State Women and Social Welfare Commissioner Honourable Ify Obinabo through the help of the Anambra State Police command has apprehended a 31 year old James Rich for impregnating a 14 year old girl in Awka.

James Rich from Cross Rivers state but resident in Awka, Anambra State is a yardman at the St Michaels and All Angels Anglican church ifite Awka. Interviewing the suspect, he accepted to have defiled the 14 year old and impregnated her in the process.

He explained that he usually does so every Sunday morning at the church premises and that he has had carnal knowledge of her for about three times after which he gives her the sum of two hundred naira to buy biscuit.

The suspect though married with two children and expecting the third, lives in the church premises where he carries out his daily activity pleaded for pardon stating that this is his first time of committing the crime and that it was temptation that made him do so. On her part, the 14 year old victim who has developmental challenge added that the suspect usually defiles early every Sunday morning before 6:30am service starts.

Reacting to the incident, the honourable commissioner for women and social welfare, honourable Ify Obinabo who spoke through her Special Assistant Mrs Blessing Nweke disclosed that the case will be charged to court immediately in order to get justice for the girl.


Honourable Obinabo therefore warned adults to stop defiling young girls especially minors to avoid spending the rest of their lives in prison custody as the state does not tolerate such.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/obinabo-apprehends-31-year-old-suspect-for-impregnating-14-year-old-girl-in-anambra

Popular Anambra musician, Anyidon Begs Kcee to Forgive Igwe Credo, Ojazzy Igbo(Video)

Popular Anambra-born musician, Dons Frank Ifeanyichukwu, popular known as Anyidons a.k.a “Onye Ichaka” has gone online to mediate between his Igbo brothers in the music industry, Igwe Credo, Ojazzy Igbo and kcee Limpopo with a view to settling the mater internally.

In this video released by Anyidons over the ongoing clash among the popular musicians, the artist cautioned the trio against washing dirty linens in the public, noting that it is not the way to go.

While tendering apology on behalf of Igwe Credo and Ojazzy Igbo, he stated that the duo do not really understand how the industry works, hence their refusal to sign the split sheet agreement when they were asked to.

He further hinted on the external pressure on the musicians which pushed them into making terrible mistakes, but pleaded with Kacee to forgive them as brothers given that it wasn’t a deliberate action.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/popular-anambra-musician-anyidon-begs-kcee-to-forgive-igwe-credo-ojazzy-igbovide


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poTWQpNW0ug?si=6IAo0bomgltQxxTX

Onitsha Listed Among the 100 Most Built-Up Cities In the World in 2023.

Onitsha Listed Among the 100 Most Built-Up Cities In the World in 2023.

According to demogrphia,Onitsha and Lagos are among the 100 most Built up urban areas in the world.

The ranking by the World body put Onitsha as the one of the Largest Built-Up Urban Areas in the world and second in Nigeria.

A built-up area is a town or city which has a lot of buildings in it.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/onitsha-listed-among-the-100-most-built-up-cities-in-the-world-in-2023/

Anambra Man Receives Award from American government


Anambra man, Mr Kallys Albert SR who is currently based in Minneapolis in the United States of America, has received President’s Volunteer Service Award from the government of United States.

Mr Albert who is an Indigene of Uli in Ihiala local government area of Anambra State was given the award following his voluntary service to fellow Americans and those most in need in his community.

A copy of the award which was signed by the White House, Kallys was hailed for his many hours of service.


He was commended for strengthening the bonds of cooperation and trust that bring people together, while helping to address some of the greatest challenges in America.

Part of the statement in the award reads, “Congratulations on receiving the president’s volunteer service award.

“On behalf of a grateful Nation, I thank you for your service to your fellow Americans and those most in need. Through your dedicated service you have ensured the continuation of America’s unparalleled commitment to improving the lives of others.

“Over this past year, you have served as a model of the American spirit. Your many hours of service had strengthened the bonds of cooperation and trust that bring people together, while helping to address some of the greatest challenges of our time.

“One of our Nations greatest strength remains the compassion of our everyday citizens who give so willingly of themselves and their lives for the benefit of others. Each generation of hard work and kind hearted volunteers helps to write a new chapter of American greatness, and our Nation is proud for your commitment to this honourable tradition.

“As we reflect on your many acts of kindness and charity over this past year, our Nation draws inspiration from those who answer the call to help their communities and our Nation. With your continued effort to build on our Nation culture of service, America will proudly remain a land of freedom and opportunity for all.

“Thank you for your enduring commitment to serving your community and our Nation. I trust that you would continue to work for the betterment of others and an even stronger future for the American people.”

Meanwhile, Mr Kallys Albert who was a former Biafran soldier said that voluntary community service has been part of his life.

According to Albert, he taught micro soft suite, paralegal and English as second language voluntarily in area schools in the United States which however, led to the President’s Volunteer Service Award he received from the government of United States.

He said, “I may be wrong, right or uncertain. I believe in assisting where I can without regards to race, ethnicity or nationality. I have lived on such believe all my life.

“Dedicating my life 1967 through 1979 for my people, their survival and existence, excelled and became the Biafra army quarter master 4th commando old Umuahia. My trajectory of community involvement saw conferment of the commendation you saw attached to this write up.

“Teaching micro soft suite, paralegal, English as second language in area schools culminating to above recognition. Community service PRO BONO is my given benevolence from the almighty God right from youth”.

Below is Mr Albert’s academic qualifications:

1. GCE/WASC.

2. OND from Yaba college of technology.

3. French language from University of Lagos.

4. Double Associate of Science/ Associate of Arts – Paralegal, North Hennepin Community College, Minneapolis, USA.

5. B A, emphasis on Human rights in Race Relations, Metropolitan State University.

6. Principles of Leading Transformational Nonprofits- university of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA.


https://anambrapeople.com.ng/anambra-man-receives-award-from-american-government/

30 Anambra 'Big Guys' in Real Estate

These are some of the biggest players in the Nigerian real estate industry from Anambra State. They are all involved in the development and management of high-end residential and commercial properties across the country and beyond. They have all made significant contributions to the growth and development of the sector in the country. This list is not arranged in any order of importance. They are:

Romanus Ugochukwu Orji is the founder and CEO of Romax Properties, a real estate development company in lagos State founded in 2005. The company specializes in the construction of residential and commercial properties. One of their major projects is Southern View Estate .


Dr. Ned Okonkwo is a renowned real estate mogul and founder of Nedcomoaks. Known as lagos biggest landlord, Dr Kennedy is set to dominate the industry in Africa. His company is focused on developing and managing high-end residential estates in lagos State. They have developed more than 2000 housing units which include, Victoria Crest, Citadel views etc. Ned pioneered the first Solar powered estate in Nigeria.

Emeka Uzoeto is the CEO 1st Homes Ltd. His massive real estate in the upmarket Lekki/Ajah axis of Lagos stands in a category unto himself when it comes to the list of top real estate investors in Nigeria.
1st Homes is one of the most sought-after real estate companies in Nigeria with over 30 real estates under its control


Chief Frank Okafor is the founder of Marcopolo Properties, a real estate development company in Lagos. Cruze garden, one of its estates in lagos is an architectural masterpiece.

Harveydon Igboanugo is the Founder and CEO of Zelo Homes, a major real estate player in lagos. He has built a portfolio of residential estates in lagos.


Fabian Nworah is one of the biggest names in real estate in Nigeria. He is known for his expertise in property development and investment. He founded EFAB Estates Abuja and has gone to develop other estates in Abuja,lagos, Delta State, etc. He has equally opened a mortgage bank .

Nicholas Ukachukwu is one of the pioneers of massive real estates in Abuja. His signature project Prince and Princess Estate Abuja is one of the most ambitious projects in the city. He equally developed another massive estate,Good homes ,built for Nigerian workers in conjunction with Federal Government .

Amb Dr. Emma Udechukwu (Omemma Ojoto) is a real estate mogul and the founder of Roxbury Estate in Lagos. The estate offers luxury residential properties around lekki areas in lagos State. He's one of the biggest developers in the VGC axis in lagos

Cletus Oragwa (Zenco) is a real estate investor in lagos State. His company, Zenco, specializes in the development of residential properties and apartments. He owns major apartments in lagos.

Chuks Ononuju - Chuks Ononuju is a renowned real estate investor in Nigeria. He has successfully developed and managed various real estate projects in lagos and Asaba.

Chief Celestine Emokhai (Emcel Properties) is the founder of Emcel Properties, a real estate company in lagos State. The company focuses on residential property development around lekki phase 1 in lagos.

Samuel Odinammadu is a major player in Lagos State. He's the founder of SKC Properties and has properties scattered around lekki area. He developed one of his estates around Orchid area and the estate is hot cake for celebrities.

Ismael Emeka Udenka is a big player in the real estate industry. He is the founder of Lucky Gardens Estate, a residential estate in lagos State known for its quality infrastructure. He has upto 20 mini estates around lekki/Ajah Axis.
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Emma Aniakor - Emma Aniakor is a prominent real estate investor in lagos State. He has developed various residential properties and commercial buildings.

Dr Ikem Umezuoke is the MD/CEO of Homes and Homes Real Estate Solution Limited in Nigeria.Ume-Ezeoke is well experienced in international real estate and has traded actively in foreign markets including United Kingdom, South Africa, Dubai, and Ghana. He is presently working as a consultant to deliver the proposed Farmington Height, a real estate project in Liberia. His company, Homes & Homes, has working relationships with international real estate development companies like Kings Lands, Fairfield and Damac.

Dr. Aforjama Emenike: Big C Properties - Dr. Aforjama Emenike is the founder of Big C Properties.
He has developed estates in prominent locations such as Chevron Drive, Chevron alternative road, and Ikota Villa. Currently, he is completing the construction of 40 units of 4-Bedroom semi-detached duplexes with BQ and 30 units of 4-Bedroom Terrace duplexes in Orchid Road, opposite Mega one Mall.

Chidi Amaechi: Moorex Properties Abuja - Chidi Amaechi is a real estate investor and the founder of Moorex Properties in Abuja. Moorex Projects, is one of the fastest growing real estate company in Nigeria with properties and Investment in strategic locations in Abuja. The company is building the first NIMASA estate in Abuja.

Chief Ifeanyi Harry Jeffery is the CEO of Ocean Growth Homes; a luxury real estate development company, setting extraordinary records in the industry.
The company also prides itself as a fully integrated real estate developer given its reputation of creating functional spaces through beautiful and exquisite interior designs formed out of rare creativity.
He has led the company to develop remarkable projects in the highbrow areas of Lagos, with a delivery of over 150 units of luxury housing units yearly. 

Chiedu Nweke is the Chairman of Periwinkle Estates. He brings extensive experience from his knowledge of property Law, with almost three decades in the practice and 15 years holding top management positions in reputable multinational firms. He conceived and founded Orange Island, and Periwinkle Lifestyle Estate, Lekki Phase I, in Lagos

Jeffrey Agbim is the Founder ,Jedmoon Impex Limited.Jedmoon Impex Limited is a world class real estate company that provides quality, durable and affordable houses for all has successfully executed projects like Spring Gardens I, Spring Gardens II, Spring Gardens III, Jedmoon Garden, Phase I, Jedmoon Garden Phase II, Jedmoon III, Jedmoon Court I, Jedmoon Court II to Seven and among other gigantic projects


Jude Ifedi - Jude Ifedi is a prominent real estate investor in Abuja. He is has made significant contributions to the development of the real estate sector in the country. He owns Arden Miles

Clem Nwogbo is the developer of Awka Millennium City which is the first smart real estate in Anambra. It is set to redefine the concept of urban living within Awka, Anambra state.

Chief Augustine Oguejiofor

He is the founder of First Rotech Engineering group. The company has developed quite a number of estates in Abuja and are the developers of Nkwelle GRA phase 1 and 11


Dr Smith Ezenagu is the founder of Esso Properties scattered all over the country with big presence in lagos. Some of the Esso's properties in lagos include Berry Prime Estate, Summer view and Sunray estate in Lekki. The company equally has 3 properties at Wonderland, Awka,Anambra State.


Dr Chidozie Nwankwo is the founder of Wichtech Homes which is a foremost real estate concern involved in the construction of residential buildings and infrastructures within Estates. The firm has deployed buildings exhibiting pure elegance, finesse and sense of panache in Ikoyi, Lagos, and Abuja.

Henry Ebulofor

He is the founder of Henry Montego Homes which has prime estates around Lekki Area of Lagos. The company sold out about four phases of its montego Bay in one month.

Chukwuma Emmanuel Okafor (ofunwa Ojoto) is the CEO of Rosebank Cottage and Castle.
Rosebank Cottage and Castle Limited, is a real estate and property developing company that deals in Land and Landed Properties. The company has sold thousands of housing units

Chief Emmanuel Umeofia
He is the owner of Emab Estates

Pat Chidolue owns Chidol Properties Ltd and Patnasonic Industies Ltd. They are two subsidiary companies that handle the real estate business arm of Chelsea Group Ltd. Patnasonic estate was recently completed in Abuja.

Sir Chika Arinze owns Kirkwood properties. The company has developed projects like Woodland,kossykay Terraces. etc.


Coleman Nwafor

He has developed a lot of real Estates around lekki peninsula and he is reckoned among big players from Anambra.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/30-real-estate-big-guys-from-anambra-state/

Mother of 3,Ezinne Anieto Emerges UNIZIK Best Graduating Student in Pharmacy.

A mother of three and wife of an anglican priest, Mrs Ezinne Anieto has emerged 2023 UNIZIK best graduating student in pharmacy.

Ezinne exhibited great academic excellence, securing a remarkable 4.8 CGPA, the highest among the graduating students of Pharmacy at UNIZIK.

Interestingly, Pharmacy is her third degree, as she had earlier obtained a Second Class Upper Degree in Microbiology at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. She also earned a Master's degree in Infectious Disease Immunology from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, before proceeding to study Pharmacy.


Ezinne's success serves as an inspiration to many, especially mothers who strive to balance their academic pursuits and family responsibilities. Despite being actively involved in her family and various responsibilities, Ezinne did not give up on her dreams, and her successes in the academic world are a testament to her determination.

In a world where women still face stereotypes and bias, Ezinne's achievement is empowering and reassuring, as it shows that women can break barriers and achieve great things. Her dedication and hard work represent the true spirit of feminism, shattering the notion that marriage and motherhood are hindrances to career growth.

https://anambrapeople.com.ng/mother-of-3-ezinne-anieto-emerges-unizik-best-graduating-student-in-pharmacy/

Blord surprises his mother with lavish N120 million mansion

Billionaire tech expert “Blord” surprises his mother with a multimillion-naira mansion.
Blord takes to Instagram to share the joyous news, posting a video capturing the emotional moment of his mother entering her new luxurious home.
In the Instagram caption, Blord reveals the cost of the mansion (N120 million) and playfully mentions wearing a watch worth 70k to make the transaction.
The video quickly goes viral, sparking widespread admiration and well-wishes from fans and followers across social media platforms.
Billionaire tech expert Linus Williams popularly known as “Blord” has gifted his mother a multimillion-naira mansion, leaving his followers in awe and admiration.

Blord took to his Instagram page to share the joyous news with his fans. The post featured a touching moment with his mother as she entered her new luxurious abode.

Blord rejoices as his mother moves into her N120m mansion
In a caption accompanying the post, Blord expressed his excitement.

“Guess what ?? My Parents Just Moved into their new mansion today, One of the fine girls I know, who is your fine girl. I wear a watch of 70k to do transfer of 120m take buy house for my mama, our headache different,” he wrote.

The video, which captured the emotional moment of Blord’s mother stepping into her new home, quickly went viral on social media.

The gesture has sparked an outpouring of well-wishes and prayers for a peaceful and prosperous stay in the new residence.

Blord’s fans and followers flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages, commending the young entrepreneur for his generosity.

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Anambra Girl,Ifebube Emerges Overall Best In NECO

Anambra has once again produced an exceptional student in the academic realm.

Ifebube Chelsea Benson, an 18-year-old girl who was born in South Africa but hails from the town of Ndikelionwu in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra state, has achieved remarkable academic success.

She emerged as the overall best female candidate in the 2023 NECO Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE), after scoring distinctions in 9 subjects, including top marks in Mathematics, English Language, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and three other subjects.

Ifebube's father, filled with joy and pride, spoke of his daughter's accomplishment. He expressed his delight but was not surprised, as she had previously displayed such academic excellence even during her education in South Africa.


He stated, "It is an obvious and understated statement to say that I am excited. Being the overall best has almost become synonymous with her name, and she possesses certificates and trophies to prove it. I believe that there is a divine hand guiding her life, and she has become a blessing to my family.

"My hope is that she becomes a blessing to Anambra State, Nigeria, and the entire world. Without a doubt, I am incredibly happy."

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