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AmericanQuarter:
House of Assembly Committee on Housing Visits ICC Site in Awka

--- Commends Governor Obiano for the Initiative

By Chidimma Oramali

Yesterday, 29th July, 2020 the Anambra State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development Arc. Micheal .M. Okonkwo conducted members of the Anambra State House of Assembly Committee on Housing round the construction site for the International Conference Centre in Awka.

During the inspection, the Chairman of the committee and member representing Dunukofia state Constituency, Hon. Lawrence Ezeudu said that the state government has demonstrated giant strides in infrastructural development of the state.

"As a committee we are here to ensure that proper thing is done, the value of the taxpayers money is well utilized. The magnificent structure is a kudos to Governor Obiano's administration as we hope for timely completion", Hon. Ezeudu said.

Responding to questions from the committee members, the Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development Arc. Micheal .M. Okonkwo reiterated government's desire to complete the 10,000 capacity centre by end of the year. He further said thay " the delay on completion of the project was due to late arrival of construction materials because of the pandemic but within the last few days the materials are coming in, so the project will be completed soon".

Other members of the committee who were present during the inspection include; Hon. Emeka Aforka, Dr. Peter Ibida, Dr. Cater Dike Umeh and others.

I-Witness reports
30th July, 2020

AmericanQuarter:
Crime Fighting In Anambra State Receives A Boost As State Police Command Receives New Surveillance Helicopter

By Ejike Abana (ABS Government House Correspondent)

At the request of Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra state, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Abubakar Adamu has deployed another operational a
surveillance helicopter (5N-LEH), to the Anambra State Police Command.

A test flight was carried out today, Friday,24th July, 2020, where the helicopter took off from DO field, Amawbia, flew over the premises and took off to embark on test surveillance.

From within the cockpit, operators are able to send out digitally clear surveillance pictures and videos to a ground crew who process same for further action by the authorities if need be.

Speaking to the ABS at the state police command headquarters, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Haruna Mohammed said that the helicopter was deployed by the Inspector General of Police on the request of Governor Obiano and the state commissioner of police, Mr. John Abang, pointing out that it will aid in accessing difficult terrain in the state, as well as aid in monitoring farmers'/herders' conflict.

Mr Mohammed stressed that the helicopter will complement the already existing security architecture in the state, noting that the surveillance has commenced with immediate effect as it will help crime detection and prevention.

While appreciating Governor Obiano for his supportive role which has facilitated their duty, Mr Mohammed noted that the command has achieved alot within the shortest time.

With the deployment of the helicopter, security of life and property of residents in the state have received a major boost.

Recall that Anambra state government had in 2019 launched smart city policing, deploying smart cars and mobile surveillance cameras at strategic locations in the state to help the crime fighting efforts of the securty agencies.

AmericanQuarter:
Eze Enugwu-Ukwu Inaugurates Management Board Of Isi-Nri Museum

By Uche Nworah

The traditional ruler of Enugwu-Ukwu, in Njikoka local government area of Anambra state, His Majesty, Igwe Sir Ralph Obumnaemeh Ekpeh on Friday, July 24th, 2020 inaugurated the management board of Isi-Nri museum, Enugwu-Ukwu.

Inaugurating the 22-man Board of Management, Igwe Ekpeh charged them amongst other things to source more artifacts and collections on Nri and Igbo literature, label and trace the origins of artifacts already in the museum, attract local and foreign visitors, establish linkages with international agencies for grants and support, and position Isi-Nri museum as an international cultural and academic centre.

Chief Ramas Asuzu Okoye (Akajiofor), patron and consultant to the museum pledged his continued support to the museum. He said that he is pleased with the progress and development which Enugwu-Ukwu has experienced under the leadership of Eze Enugwu-Ukwu, Igwe Ekpeh.

Ozonkpu Chief Jude Ekwunife (Okwuatuegwu), Culture Minister of Enugwu-Ukwu and Chairman of Isi-Nri Museum Board of Management spoke on behalf of the members and assured that the Board will work very hard to achieve their mandate. He said that Isi-Nri museum remains one of the most critical projects that Ndi Enugwu-Ukwu have embarked on as it is a center for the preservation and showcasing of not only Enugwu-Culture, but also Nri and Igbo culture.

Ozonkpu Ekwunife said that the museum has potentials to attract revenue that will also be used for other projects in Enugwu-Ukwu.

Chief Pat Nwume (Ohamadike), Chairman, Enugwu-Ukwu Igu-Aro Commission requested the Board to provide a space for Igu-Aro Commission to archive memories, pictures and videos of the annual Igu-Aro Enugwu-Ukwu.

Professor Ifeoma Dunu of Mass Communication department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka and a member of the management board praised ndi Enugwu-Ukwu for the dynamism and spirit they show which led to the setting up of the museum. She suggested that the museum should create programmes that will attract visitors and revenue to the museum. She said that Nollywood practitioners would find the museum useful in their film productions.

Bonny Ozo Nkwuaku, President General of Enugwu-Ukwu Community Development Union (ECDU) pledged that ECDU will support and work with the Board of Management to achieve their mandate.

Mr Tagbo Oguejiofor, a writer who has written so much on Enugwu-Ukwu history and a member of the Board of Management expressed joy over the museum project. He said it would contribute to ongoing efforts to document the history and culture of Ndi Enugwu-Ukwu, Ndi Nri and Ndigbo.

Ambassador -designate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Elijah Onyeagba in his first public outing in Enugwu-Ukwu since his confirmation as Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by the National Assembly officially informed Eze Enugwu-Ukwu, Igwe Ralph Ekpeh of his ambassadorial appointment. He preached co-existence in Nigeria and informed the audience that he owes his appointment to Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). He charged Anambra youths to always invest in skills and capacity building programmes so as to take advantage of any emerging opportunity. Ambassador Onyeagba also promised his support for the museum.

Chief Nduka Anyanwu, Chairman of the Board, Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), a native of Abia state who accompanied Ambassador Onyeagba to the inauguration expressed delight at the spirit shown by Ndi-Enugwu-ukwu and said that he is now an adopted son of Enugwu-Ukwu. He promised his support to the Isi-Nri museum project.

Chief Uche Nworah (Ezeudo), Secretary of the Board of Management, Isi-Nri museum thanked Igwe Ekpeh for considering the members worthy to serve. He assured that they will work together to achieve their mandate.

The members of the Board and other guests took a tour of the museum to appreciate the cultural pieces on display. Igwe Ekpeh later entertained all at his palace.

Members of Isi-Nri Museum Board of Management are (1) Ozonkpu Chief Sir Barr. Jude Ekwunife (Chairman) (2) Chief Uche Nworah (Secretary) (3) Ozonkpu Chief I. G Okoye (4) Prof. Ifeoma Echezona (5) Prof. Ray Okafor (6) Senator Ozonkpu Chief Sir I.G Abana (7) Professor Ifeoma Dunu ( Chief Chika Balogun (9) Ozonkpu Chief Sir Clem Nwafor (10) Ozonkpu Chief Frank Nwokike (11) Ozonkpu Chief Sir Amb. Dr. A. Mgbakor (12) Dr Joseph Dilora (13) Prof. Okonkwo (14) Mr Tagbo Oguejiofor (15) Nze Ebuka Ifeacho (16) Chief Amb. Charles Agbakwu (17) Prof. J Nwana (18) Mr Linus Nwankwo (19) Prof. Mike Nwafor (20) Mr Gabriel Okoye (21) Akajiofor Dr. Ramas Okoye Asuzu (Patron/Consultant) (22) HRM Igwe Sir Ralph O. Ekpeh (Grand Patron).

Isi-Nri museum is located at Isi-Nri Museum junction (formerly Ezi Okpalanri junction), old Enugu / Onitsha expressway, Enugwu-Ukwu. To donate materials, arrange a tour or visit, contact the curator Emma Okolo on
+234803675 2010.

AmericanQuarter:
Courtesy visit;

Today, 24/7/2020, the Distinguished Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria representing the good people of Anambra central, Sen. Uche Lilian Ekwunife alongside the Ambassador designate from Anambra state, Chief Nduka Anyanwu (ASCON Chairman) HE Elijah Onyeagba, PHD paid a courtesy visit to the AIG, Zone 13; headquarters Anambra, Danmallam Mohammed fdc.

They said they came to familiarize and show support for the AIG. They promised to work harmoniously with the police to reduce crime in the new zone.

In his response, the new police boss promised that the police will carry all the law abiding citizens along in the discharge of his duties.

Picture speaks.

AmericanQuarter:
Anambra International Airport runway, stone base has been completed according to the staff of Craneburg at the site. According to the international best practices stone base is done before the final asphalt.

The runway is 3.6km in length and can accommodate jumbo jets and wide body aircrafts. The length is the same as MMIA Lagos and Nnamdi Azikiwe International airport Abuja. Lalasticlala

IDENNAA:
Very modern and beautiful but do you notice the absence of tree/grass. .

Ceegar01:
Airport project construction morning and night cc from facebook friend wall

kingzizzy:
By Annie Okonkwo? Is he now into construction?

Area4Area:
I'll allow you wallow in your ignorance, enjoy.

Area4Area:
Your insult won't be tolerated next time.
Are you talking about Awka metro area that has started encompassing towns and communities around it as expected just as we have Onitsha metro area comprising of Nkpor, Awada Obosi, Onitsha etc or you're talking of Awka town itself?

NoIgboSoundTueh:
What did i just watched?
You're comparing this to Lekki
This is the 36th finest GRA in nigeria .
Even Sokoto Low cost area is finer than this far-away-from-civilization place

Area4Area:
You are the one trying to confuse yourself.
You earlier stated the hotel is located along Nibo road Awka. I told you it's actually situated in Nibo and you're telling me as I don't know that both are in Awka South LGA and in the ACTDA.
Can't you see the difference, Nibo road Awka and Nibo itself? Go seek for knowledge and stop misinforming people here, I guess you're from Awka and believe everything good must be sited there.

Area4Area:
How many times have I told you that that hotel is located in Nibo and not Awka?

ANSMEDIA:
Some pictures from Vertex View hotel Nibo road Awka. They opened for business in December of 2019

ANSMEDIA:
Onitsha love density areas

ANSMEDIA:
Onitsha neighbourhoods

ANSMEDIA:
Onitsha neighbourhoods

ANSMEDIA:
Low density neighbourhoods of Onitsha