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Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 12:16pm On Jul 22, 2018
Cjrane2:
Nigeria is a zoo.

I plead with Igbos to STOP thinking about Nigeria and think of their own region as their homeland.

If Igbos can do like other Nigerians and consider their homeland first before any other place in "Nigeria", they would have learnt something from the tragic history of Nigeria.

When Fulani is talking about investing in "Nigeria", he is mainly talking about, Kano, Kaduna or Sokoto. Not Onitsha or Umuahia

When yoruba is speaking of investing in "Nigeria", he is talking about Lagos, Ibadan or Akure. Not Enugu , Aba or Owerri.

When Igbo is speaking of investing in "Nigeria", he is talking about Lagos, Kano, Abuja,Kaduna or Maiduguri. Not Awka, Abakaliki or Nnewi.

Ndigbo, emere unu ihea eme? If your "Nigeria" always means other people's homeland, who will develop your homeland?

Tetanu n'ula!!
Igbos must learn now or never.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 6:36am On Jul 21, 2018
Dr Alex Oti presents himself as the flag bearer for the All Progressives Grand Alliance in the forthcoming Gubernatorial election in Abia State during a rally at Ngwa High School, Aba.

Represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr Nkem Okeke, the Board of Trustee Chairman of APGA who doubles as the Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano is on ground to show solidarity and support to Dr Oti.

Senator Victor Umeh, Honourable Dozie Nwankwo, Alhaji Sani Shinkafi, among others, are also on ground to support Dr Alex Oti in his quest to become the next Governor of Abia State.

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 7:57am On Jul 20, 2018
Anambra Govt To Explore Potential In Movie, Music Industries To Boost IGR
20 JULY 2018


State government says it is ready to explore possibilities of shooting and producing movies as a way of establishing a strong Nollywood presence in the State.
Governor Willie Obiano stated this when he received in audience, members of the Association of Music and Film Production and Marketers of Nigeria led by its National President, Evangelist Justice Nwasike at the Government House, Awka.

Speaking through the Deputy Governor, Dr Nkem Okeke, Governor Obiano said that the Nollywood Industry is big with a lot of economic prospects, expressing the State government's enthusiasm to partner the Industry to increase its Internally generated revenue.

The Governor, who said that majority of Nollywood movies watched within and outside the Country are produced by Ndi Anambra, added that government hopes to explore ways to partner the industry in the fight against piracy.

On his part, Evangelist Justice Nwasike said that the courtesy call by the Association was to identify and interact with the government on ways to grow the Industry, pointing out that through the activities of the Association, jobs have been created, especially for the youths.

He appealed for government's support in establishing a village for film and music production and help export such indigenous productions to other countries of the world.

A Veteran Nollywood Actor, Mr Clemson Nnonyelu gave a vote of thanks and performed an Igbo chant to the admiration of all.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA:
Commissioner for information receives the staff and management of Wazobia fm as they opens their southeast flagship station in Onitsha.

20 JULY 2018



The State Government has restated its resolve to uplift the state in all areas.

The Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr. C. Don Adinuba, stated this when he received the management and staff of Wazobia FM, who paid him a courtesy visit in his office in Awka.

The Information Commissioner used the opportunity to enumerate the achievements of Governor Obiano, especially in areas of ensuring security and healthy business environment for investors as well as the ban on commercial motorcyclIsts popularly known as okada and the promised to provide shuttle buses to them, at no interest rate, to empower them and cushion the effect of the ban.

Mr. Adinuba noted that Wazobia FM would be the twenty first radio station to operate in the state in the last couple of years which goes a long way to testify about the peaceful and investment friendly nature of the state.

Earlier the Head of Broadcast and Operations of the Radio Station, Mr. Ugo Enwereji, who led the management team and staff of the broadcast outfit on the visit, explained that they decided to have a foothold in the state and in the South East as Anambra remains the commercial nerve centre of the South East especially Onitsha where the new radio station is domiciled.


Mr. Enwereji observed that the radio station will help tell the story of Anambra state and that of the South East to the world, noting that a lot is happening in the state in terms of infrastructure and security.

The visit featured presentation of souvenirs to the Commissioner

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 7:49am On Jul 19, 2018

Anambra Residents Enjoined To Support State Govt Security Initiatives

19 JULY 2018


Ndi Anambra have been called to support Governor Willie Obiano in the security of lives and properties across the state.
The Senior Special Assistant to the governor on security Prince Innocent Offordile made the appeal while speaking to the ABS in Awka.



He appealed to the citizenry to see the security of lives and properties of the residents of the state as a collective duty.



The SSA who appreciated all the security agencies in the state as well as the vigilante groups, noted that no meaningful development will take place in a crime prone environment, hence the efforts by the Obiano administration to bring sanity to the state.

Prince Offordlie advised those who engage in crimes and other social vices to desist, as the Willie Obiano's government is out to ensure that the state remains the safest state in Nigeria.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA:
Yesterday at the opening of the new home of CEO Stine Industries limited at Ngozika Estates Phase-II, Awka. Ngozika Estate Phase-II is hosting mostly CEOs and company owners.

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 3:22pm On Jul 15, 2018
NonsoWow:
Is this a palliative or a total reconstruction of that section? And is it a state or federal government contract?

It is the actual reconstruction of the Onitsha-Enugu expressway at Umunya-Awkuzu-Amawbia section by RCC.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 9:28am On Jul 15, 2018
ANSMEDIA:
Yesterday night at Stanel world Awka

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 9:26am On Jul 15, 2018
Yesterday night at Stanel world Awka

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 8:42am On Jul 15, 2018
Onitsha urban trailer park terminal under construction around Tarzan. Another one is also under construction around Upper Iweka. Soon all the trailers parking un-taxed at Onitsha Harbour Industrial Layout will be dislodged and taxed to park on this new terminals. This will further expand the IGR of the state.

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 8:41am On Jul 14, 2018
The commissioner for works, Hon Engr Marcel Ifejiofor, at a section of the Onitsha-Enugu express way (betweeen Amawbia/Awkuzu). On site is RCC Nig Ltd doing preliminary work on the section of the road.

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 8:31am On Jul 14, 2018

Foreign Investment: Chinese Consortium In Anambra For Business Opportunities

14 JULY 2018


A Chinese consortium have arrived the State to seek investment opportunities in Onitsha and other areas.
Receiving the companies at the Government House Awka, Governor Willie Obiano said the State goveenment is poised to welcome more investors with strong capacity to bring meaningful developments into the State.

The delegation comprises Oriental Golden Promise Company Limited which is mainly into financial investments and China Communication Construction Company Limited.

Governor Obiano who spoke through his Deputy, Dr Nkem Okeke said that the present administration has interest in infrastructural investments, including power development and expressed optimism that State government will partner the Chinese Companies, as long as they are serious.

The Governor expressed hope that State government will upgrade Onitsha Main Market to be in tandem with modern market across the globe, asking the delegation to consider investing to transform the market.

Introducing the delegation earlier, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Anambra Road Maintenance Agency, Engineer Emeka Okoye, said that the delegation already have a tie with the project being undertaken around Onitsha Seaport, adding that they decided to explore other opportunities in the State.

Chief Okey Onyekwere who led the two Companies on the visit said that they came to familiarize with the State and get necessary information and modalities needed before takeoff of prospective projects in the State.

The Deputy Manager of Oriental Golden Promise Company Limited, Sisley Yang revealed that they are more interested in Onitsha because it has one of the biggest markets in West Africa, which he observed will continue to be a huge economic attraction in the coming years.



The Deputy Manager further highlighted the investment and economic benefits of the Onitsha Sea Port when fully functional, adding that they have a shipping line from China to Africa which State government can easily benefit from if they become partners.

Also present at the visit were the General Manager of Oriental Golden Promise Company Limited Mr. Wang Ik and Technical Directors from China Communication Construction Company Limited.

The Commissioner for Transport, Mr. Uche Okafor, the Commissioner for Housing, Engineer Emeka Ezenwanne, their Trade and Commerce counterpart, Mr. Christian Madubuko, as well as the Chairman, Board of Internal Revenue, Mr. David Nzekwe, were on ground to receive the delegation.
Career › Re: Apply Now: Nigerian Stock Exchange Massive Recruitment 2018 by ANSMEDIA: 9:04pm On Jul 13, 2018
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 7:49pm On Jul 13, 2018
EEDC identifies with SeaHorse Lubricants.

The Managing Director, (EEDC), Mr. Paul Okeke, with his team, visited Seahorse Lubricants Industries to see for himself, our state of the art blending plant. The joy all over his face is obvious in the pictures. The Chairman, Seahorse Lubricants Industries, HRM, Dr. Ebuka Onunkwo was on ground to show them around.

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 7:25pm On Jul 13, 2018
Photos from the Supreme Court as Ozomkpu Victor Oye is affirmed authentic National Chairman of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 3:40pm On Jul 13, 2018
For the records, I don't like joining issues with people with zero knowledge as to the situation of this very important project that will touch not just Anambra but the SE region for greater good. This project is a PPP project and it involves a lot of people like Former Commonwealth Secretary General Anyaoku who is the chairman of Orient Petroleum. I am very certain that Anyaoku will not dabble into anything that will taint his integrity. Below was the video about 6 months ago. The next video/pictures that will enter the cyberspace is the progress of work on the runway/Tarmac etc. Thank you all.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKz1kxYXoDI&t=88s
Travel › Re: Motor Accident On Enugu-Onitsha Expressway Awka: One Dies, Six Injured (Photos) by ANSMEDIA:
TarOrfeek:
No good inner road network. No arterial road/ fly over to link the town shuttles to the other sides of town.
EVERYTHING STARTS AND END WITH EXPRESS!!!
Face the facts and not lies. Take note of this, Awka is the fastest developing city in Nigeria. Go round the city and feel six lanes roads crisscrossing the city under construction as shown below, also visit millennium city all in Awka. The city has 3 worldclass flyovers. The government has kick-started another road inter-change in it's bid to take the city to yet another level to the envy of other Nigerian cities. The city has serene residential areas as shown below.

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 11:38am On Jul 12, 2018
South East Governors Urged To Stand Firm Against Land For Ranching
12 JULY 2018


More commendations have trailed the Southeast Governors' unanimous rejection of donation of land for ranching in the region.
This was observed when the ABS engaged some of the state residents in an interview on the recent development, in Awka.

Reacting to the issue, the National President Anambra State Association of Town Unions, ASATU, Chief Alex Onukwue who is also the Deputy State President Ohaneze Ndi-Igbo, lauded the Southeast Governors on the decision, saying that the region as the area with the smallest land mass in the federation, has no land to donate to herdsmen and the federal government for ranching or the likes.



Chief Onukwue who described cattle rearing as a private business of a section of the country, urged the federal government to make provision for the herdsmen in the North as the northerners are the people with largest land mass and are domiciled in the business.



Contributing, the Head of Department History and International Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Professor Dan Chukwu, applauded the Governors for speaking the mind of the people, describing the decision as a right move.



Professor Chukwu observed that land donation or leasing has caused much problem in the country in the past, and urged the Governors to backup the decision with action, and to ensure that the implementation goes beyond Urban centers to checkmate the excesses of the herdsmen in the rural areas.

Also speaking, an Awka resident Mr. Chuma Omego, advised the Federal government to concentrate on how to put an end to the incessant killings in the country, not on how to better the business of a section of the country.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 6:40am On Jul 11, 2018
Anambra traders risk jail sentence over alleged revenue diversion

Awka- Anambra State government has threatened to send leaders of the various markets to jail for allegedly diverting revenues collected in the various markets in the state.

The state commissioner for commerce and industry, Dr. Christian Madubuko, who issued the threat during a meeting he held with leaders of the Bridge Head Market, Onitsha, observed that the state government was losing billions of naira revenue due to corrupt practices by market leaders.

Among the allegations were that most market leaders printed many fake receipts with which they use to defraud government, adding that while people were made to pay the stipulated levies, they never knew they were issued fake receipts in most cases.

Madubuko, who was accompanied by security operatives during the meeting, came face to face with allegations and counter allegations over the manner government revenue was ending up in private pockets. For instance, hundreds of shops were being constructed daily in various places in Onitsha, but in most cases, the market leaders collect revenue from them without paying to government coffers.

The commissioner, who was visibly worried, said he called the meeting because since he assumed office there had been series of allegations against the president general of the Head Bridge Market, Mr. Sunday Obinze, adding that some of the traders even wrote petitions, while some came personally to the ministry to complain.

He said the annoying aspect of the situation was that the said chairman allegedly boasted that nothing would happen to him because he had allegedly paid his way through with N20 million gratification.

He said: “We are looking for huge sums of money and we must get it. First of all, I want all line chairmen to give us full evidence of where the monies are, from 2015 to date, otherwise some people will go to jail. I want all the photocopies of tickets issued to people. I have proof that illegal tickets are circulating in the markets and this is a big financial sabotage.”

Some of the traders had accused their chairman of printing over 10 types of illegal receipts, which were being used to collect revenue without remitting same to government and called on the state government to ban the use of receipts issued in the markets because they were fake. They also accused the chairman of diverting the N10 million released to the traders for project execution in the market, while the N5 million realized during revenue drive in the market was not paid to government.

Meanwhile, the state government said it would introduce Close Circuit Television, CCTV, in all the markets, starting with the Onitsha Main Market as a way of reducing crime in the markets.

The project was started two years ago, but was stopped following disagreement between the traders and government, but the state government said weekend that the was need to have it in place as it is obtained in developed countries.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 6:38am On Jul 11, 2018
Governor Obiano appoints Yul Edochie as Senior Special Adviser

Nigerian actor cum politician, Yul Edochie has been appointed as the Senior Special assistant to the Governor of Anambra State on Creative & Entertainment Media.

The actor revealed this in a lengthy post on his Instagram page.

He wrote: “I thank His Excellency, Chief Dr Willie Obiano (Akpokue Dike) Executive Governor of Anambra State for appointing me as SSA to the Governor on Creative & Entertainment Media.

“Thank you sir for seeing the zeal in me to serve the people and believing in me.

“Special thanks to Ndi Anambra, Ndi youth for your support and prayers, I will not let you down.

“Thank you to Senator Victor Umeh (Ohamadike), Chief of Staff of Anambra, Primus Odili, Hon. Chinedu Obidigwe (Egbe ana agba Anyanwu),SSA on Project monitoring, parks and markets Hon. Chiejina Obieze(Onye rikanne) and many more.

“To all my fans and friends all over the world, thank you for your support, love and prayers.

”I got into politics so I can better the lives of the people.That vision will never change.”
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 6:28am On Jul 11, 2018
investnow2013:
Chinese firm to build renewable energy plant in Nigeria
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A Chinese firm, Shenzhen Kang Ming Sheng Technology Industry Incorporation, yesterday, said it is planning to invest in the building of a renewable and clean energy manufacturing plant in Nigeria to help address the epileptic power situation in the country.
Speaking at the launch of the Kamisafe innovative safe reading lamp at the ongoing Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Optometry Association in Abuja, Mr. Goodluck Mbam, Marketing manager, Kamisafe, said building the plant, which is a medium to long term plan, would support its products deployment in Nigeria and other countries in Africa.
Mbam disclosed that the plant,m which would produce affordable solar panels, solar streetlights, energy-saving bulbs, rechargeable lamps and fans among other clean energy products, would also help promote clean and renewable energy usage in Nigeria.
He noted that the company is set to enter into partnership with some companies in the deployment of solar streetlights in some major cities across the country, while it also partnering with some major supermarkets in Lagos, seeking to acquire its affordable 7.5 KVA solar panels to power their outlets.
He said, “We are planning on setting up a manufacturing plant in Nigeria that would produce products like solar panels and solar streetlight.
Specifically, we are in the process of entering into various agreements with different individuals and organizations, to set up solar street lights in some parts of the country, especially in Lagos, Onitsha, Kano among others.
“The world is tilting towards environmentally-friendly energy and there is no cleaner energy than what we offer. Instead of using generators and its attendant noise and air pollution, with your affordable solar panel, such as our 7.5 KVA panels, one can power his or her whole household. It can also power a supermarket.
“There are some supermarkets in Ikeja, seeking to acquire our 7.5 KVA solar panels, instead of using generators. Again, instead of using generators, we have lights and rechargeable bulbs that can illuminate the whole house.”
Also speaking, Mr. Collins Nnaji, Product Development Director, Kamisafe, said the company had been in Nigeria for about 15 years and had made significant investments in Nigeria over those periods.
He added that the company presently have depots, distributors and sub-distributors all across the country and had been selling clean, safe and renewable energy products over the years.
Commenting on the Kamisafe safe reading lamp, Nnaji said the product does not have bad effect on the eyes, because it is coated with LED bulbs, unlike some other torches in the market.
He said, “We also have this new design and innovation we are bringing to the market. Unlike other products, the LED bulbs in it are coated, not allowing direct contact with the product. In usage, one does not feel pain because the rays of the light are not directly coming to the eyes.”
Speaking in the same vein, an Mr. Esegine Ogheneovo, an Optometrist with Unimind Eye Care, Benin City, Edo State, said the Kamisafe safe reading lamp is great for the eyes, can be rotated up to 360 degrees, while the Lumen is quite high and very mild for the eyes.
He said, “I also observed that the rate at which it is emitting its ultra-violet rays is quite mild compared to a lot of others.
“It is unattractive to insect, meaning some particularly frequency range is being emitted that is not allowing insect to draw closer. Hence, it is a very good product. This would help me in my engagement with my patients.”
© Vanguard
They have done well.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 6:07am On Jul 11, 2018
ChimaAdeoye:
SPECIAL APPEAL TO GOVERNOR WILLIE OBIANO


Re: Dualization of Onitsha -33 - Nsugbe- Umuleri-Aguleri Road (Nkisi Road)
Total Length: 22 KM.


Forumites, please permit me to use this medium to call the attention of our able Gov. Willie Obiano to his key campaign promise of dualizing the Onitsha 33, - Nsugbe-Umueri-Aguleri road (Nkisi Road)

We all know the critical importance of this perticular road segment to the future of Anambra as most of the key investments into Anambra's future, from agricultural revolution, to airport and oil and gas are linked to Anambra's biggest city - Onitsha via this road.

I am appealing to Gov. Obiano to live up to his promise of dualizing this key road. Infact, since a single lane currently exist, dualization can merely focus on providing the second road beside the current one. In this way, it should not cost too much to build a 15 -20 KM road beside the current road from Nkisi road in Onitsha to Umueri, until it reached Aguleri.

I understand that this is a federal road and should be the duty of the FG to dualize this key road. However, we know that will NEVER happen. Many states are able to dualize section of the federal roads entering their key city to ease traffic and boost trade and commerce. This 33-Aguleri road deserves to be dualized to facilitate economic development of the state.

Biko umunnem, those close to Gov. Willie Obiano should remind him about this road so that he would flag it off early and have full 4 years to fund it to completion.

I want to see that road like the picture below opening up and linking the new frontier of Anambra's future to Onitsha our biggest city. It will make land abundantly available for a lot of new mega projects in Anambra state. Away from the situation we have now.

It is a very important route. I want to assure you that the said road is among the ones in 2018 budget. Expect the flag off of the construction soon. Thank you all.
Politics › Re: . by ANSMEDIA: 9:44am On Jul 08, 2018
Work Advances On Second Niger Bridge Project
08 JULY 2018

Early Work Four is advancing at the Odekpe_Ogbaru axis of the Second Niger Bridge.


ABS crew who visited the site saw engineers laying foundation for the pilings while the one earlier started is nearing completion.
A credible source from Julius Berger, the firm handling the Second Niger Bridge project said Early Work Four will be completed by end of July and if the actual contract is not awarded before then,they will vacate the site.

The source further pointed out that ten billion naira was allocated for the Second Niger bridge in this year's budget which he pointed out is below the estimated budget but expressed hope that the Federal Government will source the remaining fund from ancillary sources to take care of the project. On the Issue of compensation being paid to those whose structures were demolished at Odekpe to make way for the Second Niger Bridge.

The President General of Odekpe Community ,Hon.Vincent Okei said they heard from the media that some people were compensated but they were not carried along pointing out that even if compensation is paid to some people who bought land from Odekpe and erected structures, the land still remains Odekpe land hence the need to do the proper thing.He further said that the community liaison officer was supposed to be contacted for boundary demarcation before the demolition noting that apart from structures and buildings, economic trees, shrines and ponds were also involved in the things to be considered.

In response to the issue of compensation demanded from Julius Berger by Odekpe community, a source from Julius Berger made it clear that compensation is the affair of Ministry of Works, Power and Housing, stating that Julius Berger was contracted by the Federal Government under the Ministry of Works to execute the project and advised the affected communities to channel their claims to this Ministry.Respondents who spoke to the ABS on the Second Niger Bridge including Mr Nweze Ani,Frederick Okoye and Ikechukwu Ede expressed joy that work is moving on at the project adding that it will ease traffic and aid their businesses but urged the Federal Government to ensure the project is not abandoned half way due to under budgetary allocation, while Engineer Paschal Omeh pointed out that the work is still at the foundation level expecting to see the main construction work commence soon

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 9:04am On Jul 08, 2018
Anambra Govt To Install CCTV Cameras In Markets
08 JULY 2018

The state government says it will reposition all markets in the state to meet up with world standard.

The state Commissioner for Trade Commerce and Industry, Dr. Christian Madubuko, made this known during a meeting with traders at the Onitsha Main Market, where he liaised with the market leaders and some members on how best to handle the Closed-Circuit Television, CCTV camera project that the state government is about installing in the market for easy tracking of thieves.

Addressing the people, the Commissioner who commended the traders on their cooperation with the state government with emphasis on the last year's governorship election assured them that the Obiano administration will continue to carry them along and will also ensure that the CCTV camera project is executed in the market.


Commissioner Madubuko said that the CCTV camera when installed will help in dictating shop buglers and other sharp practices done in the market which are against the interests of the traders and the state government as well, promising that the camera will be mounted in all the market lines, and called for the cooperation of the market people on the project.


In their separate remarks, the President General Amalgamated Market Traders Association, AMATA, Anambra state, Chief Okwudili Ezenwankwo and the Chairman of Onitsha Main Market, Chief Ikechukwu Ekwegbalu, described the project as a welcome development and asked members to endeavour to cooperate with the market union during collection levies for the CCTV camera maintenance when the project is completed as their ability to maintain it determines its durability.


The Commissioner later proceeded to Azuogbunike where he inspected the ongoing new market project with about five hundred lockup shops being executed by Aluminum and Iron Dealers Association in the area.


Commissioner Madubuko commended the Association for embarking on such project without waiting for the government, and promised them that the Obiano government will assist them in some of the major challenges facing them such as access road and others.
On his part, the Chairman of the Association, Mr. Ifeanyichukwu Okeke, thanked the Commissioner for visiting the site, and called on the state government to help them in providing good access road in the area, as well as to provide equipped fire service in the market when completed.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 8:55am On Jul 08, 2018
Work Advances On Second Niger Bridge Project
08 JULY 2018

Early Work Four is advancing at the Odekpe_Ogbaru axis of the Second Niger Bridge.


ABS crew who visited the site saw engineers laying foundation for the pilings while the one earlier started is nearing completion.
A credible source from Julius Berger, the firm handling the Second Niger Bridge project said Early Work Four will be completed by end of July and if the actual contract is not awarded before then,they will vacate the site.

The source further pointed out that ten billion naira was allocated for the Second Niger bridge in this year's budget which he pointed out is below the estimated budget but expressed hope that the Federal Government will source the remaining fund from ancillary sources to take care of the project. On the Issue of compensation being paid to those whose structures were demolished at Odekpe to make way for the Second Niger Bridge.

The President General of Odekpe Community ,Hon.Vincent Okei said they heard from the media that some people were compensated but they were not carried along pointing out that even if compensation is paid to some people who bought land from Odekpe and erected structures, the land still remains Odekpe land hence the need to do the proper thing.He further said that the community liaison officer was supposed to be contacted for boundary demarcation before the demolition noting that apart from structures and buildings, economic trees, shrines and ponds were also involved in the things to be considered.

In response to the issue of compensation demanded from Julius Berger by Odekpe community, a source from Julius Berger made it clear that compensation is the affair of Ministry of Works, Power and Housing, stating that Julius Berger was contracted by the Federal Government under the Ministry of Works to execute the project and advised the affected communities to channel their claims to this Ministry.Respondents who spoke to the ABS on the Second Niger Bridge including Mr Nweze Ani,Frederick Okoye and Ikechukwu Ede expressed joy that work is moving on at the project adding that it will ease traffic and aid their businesses but urged the Federal Government to ensure the project is not abandoned half way due to under budgetary allocation, while Engineer Paschal Omeh pointed out that the work is still at the foundation level expecting to see the main construction work commence soon.

Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA:
Shoe manufacturers at Onitsha-Owerri road are being moved here at the outskirts of Onitsha city which is Nkwelle. This is part of the strategy to move large businesses to the outskirts of the city. Nkwelle is equally part of greater Onitsha metropolis.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4L1yZN7qq2g
Science/Technology › Re: American Tech Companies Founded By Immigrants (See List) by ANSMEDIA: 11:07am On Jul 03, 2018
It is not so true. Because all those people made it because they were in America where government provided all the enabling environment and infrastructures. With the persistent power outage in Nigeria tell me how such exploits could have been possible. #America is more or less responsible for their success. GOD BLESS America
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 10:51am On Jul 03, 2018
Anambra State Commends Okada Operators, Security Agencies and Anambra Over Full Compliance on Restriction of Okada Operations in Awka and Onitsha.

1. The Anambra State Government wishes to thank all commercial motorcyclists in the state capital, Awka and in Onitsha, the commercial nerve of the Southeast geopolitical zone, for complying fully with the restriction of operation of motorcycle taxis, popularly known as Okada, in these two cities and environs which was implemented on Sunday, July 1st, 2018.

2. The Government also wishes to commend the Association of Okada Operators of Nigeria, Anambra State branch, for ensuring that its members in Awka and Onitsha abided by the legitimate order made in the overriding interest of the people of Anambra State.

3. The Government, in addition, wishes to express gratitude to security agencies in the state, including the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra (OCHA) Brigade, as well as various local government outfits, for the tremendous success recorded in the first forty-eight hours of the policy.

4. We also thank the people of Anambra State for their great understanding, cooperation and support. They have always been with this administration every inch of the way because they know that every policy has been designed to take them to the next level and make Anambra State truly the Light of the Nation.

5. Despite the huge success recorded in compliance with the restriction order on Okada operations in Awka and Onitsha, the State Government is aware of certain challenges with the implementation of the new policy. For instance, some people went late to church yesterday because there were not enough vehicles in the inner streets to transport people early enough to their destinations. This very problem was, however, solved in most places within a few hours as tricycle operators moved into these areas.

6. Still, we are not oblivious that the erstwhile Okada riders in Awka and Onitsha have yet to receive the 1000 seven-seat shuttle buses which the Anambra State Government has ordered for them from Japan at the cost of N765million and will be handed over to them at the exact prices at which they were procured. The Government will bear the management charges because it regards the replacement of commercial motorcycles with buses to be owned by the former Okada riders as a key economic empowerment programme for the poor in society.

7. To quicken the process of accessing the interest-free loan for the shuttle buses from the Anambra State Small Business Agency (ASBA), prospective bus owners must be identified by the Okada Operators Association in Awka and Onitsha as bona fide members. They will then go for one week training to be conducted by the Anambra State Vehicle Inspection Office and the FRSC. On satisfactory completion of the training, they can apply to ASBA for the loan which has to be repaid within 18 months. They are required to pay an initial deposit of N100,000; those who cannot afford the deposit can form groups of two or three persons or cooperative societies to be eligible to apply for the facility. They will sign an undertaking to pay some money every two weeks until the loan is repaid.

8. The empowerment programme for the Okada riders has understandably been generating acute interest across the nation probably because this is the first time in the history of Nigeria that such a programme has been developed. However, we would like to reiterate for the umpteenth time that only registered Okada riders who are members of the Association of Okada Operators in Awka and Onitsha are eligible to participate in the programme.

9. Once again, we thank all the stakeholders in Anambra State for their support of the new policy on the use of motorcycles in Awka and Onitsha.
God bless Anambra State.

Signed:

C. Don Adinuba
Commissioner for Information & Public Enlightenment
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 9:52am On Jul 03, 2018
No. But i don't know if govt has joined it in the first Phase of roads marked for duals in Onitsha such as 3-3-Otuocha to airport junction, Awka road, Limca road etc. All these are in the budget already.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 9:46am On Jul 03, 2018
A lot of roads are being worked for expansion just like i have shown up here and more are set to be awarded because they are already in 2018 budget.
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA:
One is Esther Obiakor long stretch linking Ifite road, another is inside the heart of GRA among others. More of these are spreading including the ones ongoing at Millennium
Politics › Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by ANSMEDIA: 6:38am On Jul 03, 2018
Anambra Assembly Intensifies Oversight On Road Projects
03 JULY 2018

The Anambra State House of Assembly Committee on Works has charged the Contracting Firm handling the construction of Uga,

Nkpologwu road in Aguata Local Government Area to execute a quality job that can stand the test of time.

The Committee stated this when it inspected the ongoing project as part of its oversight responsibilities.

The Committee which was led to the site by its chairman, Dr.Ikechukwu Umeh, expressed satisfaction with the progress of work in the area.

It however, observed that the drain constructed by the firm has defects and mandated the firm to address it within one week.

Other members of the Committee, Dr. Nnamdi Okafor representing Awka South Constituency One and the member for Nnewi South One Constituency, Mr. Kingsley Iruba, commended the Contracting Firm for being on site, adding that the exercise was aimed at preventing Contracting firms handling road projects in the state from doing shoddy jobs.

On his part, the contractor in charge of the road project, Mr. Darlington Udeh, explained that the two point five kilometre road has passed earth work and prime stages, while the asphalting will commence as soon as the rain subsides.

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