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AFA IGBO BU OFU STATE WOMAN LEADER MEETS WITH ALL THE 21 LOCAL GOVTS WOMEN LEADERS.

URGES THEM TO EMULATE HER EXCELLENCY, CHIEF DR MRS EBELECHUKWU OBIANO, OSODIEME GLOBAL IN HER CHARITY WORKS

Today,11th of May, 2020, Afa igbo bu ofu women leaders of all the 21 local governments in Anambra state held their highly spirited meeting at Awka under the leadership of the state woman leader Hon Amarachi Joseph(Gollibe).

The meeting which was a strategic meeting was successful and the state woman leader used the opportunity to thank the National leader HON ONYEDIKA CHUKWUMA (IKUKUOMA POLITICS) and his exco for the well kind thought over the distribution of the 5000 noise mask to Ndi Anambra.
She also used the occasion to properly and officially inform them of her upcoming local governments tour to their various local governments.

She further, thanked the Executive Governor of Anambra, Chief Dr Sir Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano, Akpokuedike Global and his wife for their proactive measures against COVID-19 pandemic, which has helped Anambra State tremendously to checkmate the spread of the virus in the State. They also used the opportunity to express their gratitude and happiness to the State government for dolling out palliative packages to the people of the state more especially when the state was on total lockdown.
The women prayed God to continue blessing and protecting Osodieme Global, for the latest houses and water boreholes she gave out to two windows last week.
They thanked God for the gift of a mother like OSODIEME GLOBAL to our fast growing State, and begged God to endue her with of the caring and loving spirit.
They also used the opportunity to shower prayers towards Her Excellency, for all the palliatives packages she dolled out to all the Correctional centers in the State, the physically challenged persons in the State, the people living with sickle cell amenia in the State and others.

The women resolved to take the AFA IGBO BU OFU message down to the grassroots in their various local government areas.

AIBO, Ofu Obi Bu Ike Anyi

Aibo media de report

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Work Advances at 100 Foot Road Erosion Control Project, Nnewi.

By Bona Ogbonna

Work has reached an advanced stage on the erosion control project at the 100 Foot Road, Uruagu, Nnewi.
Governor Willie Obiano embarked on the inspection of the project, being undertaken by the Anambra State government at the cost of over three billion naira.
On arrival, it was discovered that the site, has been filled with laterite while most part of the work on the storm water diversion discharge has been completed.
According to the Governor, his constant visit to the erosion site, lays credence to the importance his administration places on such critical infrastructure that has enormous socio-economic impact.
While calling on Ndi Anambra not to forget to practice the COVID-19 protocols as laid down by the World Health Organization, he pledged that his administration will complete the erosion project in a record time, expressing optimism that the road has been finally reclaimed.
The Commissioner for Works, Mr Marcel Ifejiofor who recalled that some buildings in the area had been lost as a result of the erosion said that the Ministry and the contractor handling the project are waiting for the rains to return fully, to enable them determine the water settlement.
Mr Ifejiofor an Engineer, reiterated that the contractor has been fully mobilized for the certificates generated, adding that asphalting of the road will hopefully commence by August.
Responding the Contractor handling the project, Mr Youssef Zchaib extolled the support of the members of the community since they commenced the project, assuring that they were working hard to deliver the project according to schedule.
The Member representing Nnewi North Constituency at the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon Nonso Smart Okafor commended the Governor for showing great commitment to the project, saying that they will continue to support the good efforts of his administration.
The Commissioner for Youth Entrepreneurship and Creative Economy, Hon Afam Mbanefo, was among those that accompanied the Governor to the inspection.
Recall that Governor Obiano visited the site on twenty-ninth, January 2020 where he called on the Federal government. to declare a State of emergency on active erosion sites scattered across the State


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AFA IGBO BU OFU MOVEMENT commence the distribution of face masks in Anambra State.

...... Starting with Anambra State Police command.

AIBO Movement pays Courtesy call to Commissioner of Police Anambra State Mr John Abang today in his Amawobia office
As the movement begins distribution of her customized face mask.

The National leader of the Movement Hon Onyedika Chukwuma( Aco Barry Uk) Ikuku Oma politics who disclosed earlier last week that AIBO in compliance with Governor Willie Obiano directives that all citizens should wear face mask maintained that Anambra state police Command who are leading the fight for compliance deserves to be encouraged!!
This led to the decision of the National body of the movement to donate face mask to Anambra police Command through the Hon Commissioner of police Mr John Abang!!to be shared among men and women of the Anambra police command!!

Receiving the face mask, the Hon Commissioner of police thanked Members of AFAIGBOBUOFU movement for this show of commitment to ensure that men and women of the force are also protected.

He appreciated the good gesture and called on good citizens of the state and organisations to always remember that police is their friend while he assure the movement representatives that soon they will start seeing members of Anambra command putting on the customised face mask while on duty.

The Zonal Cordinator of Anambra South who made the presentation of behalf of the National leader thanked CP for hospitality extended to AIBO representatives.

Willie de work

Police de protect

Aibo movement de support

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Anambra State government reacts to the conflict between two neighboring communities.

By Bona Ogbonna

The Conflict between the People of Umumbu and Omor Communities in Ayamelum Local Government Area.

1. The Anambra State Government notes with profound sadness the conflict between the people of Umumbo and their neighbours in Omor community, Ayamelum Local Government Area, over land ownership which has in the last two days resulted in one confirmed fatality and the destruction of valuable assets in both places. Security agents drawn from the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Army and the National Security and Civil Defence Corps have since been drafted to the scene to stabilize the situation and maintain law and order.

2. This conflict is a negation of the strenuous effort the government and people of Anambra State have been making in the past six years to make Anambra not only the safest and most secure state in the federation but also the most socially harmonious.

3. Given that the state government considers the safety of the life and property of every Anambra person an article of faith, those responsible for the violence between the Omor and Umumbo communities will be made to feel the full weight of the law accordingly. The security agencies, including the Anambra Vigilante Group (AVG), are hereby directed to arrest everyone involved in the conflict and bring him or her to justice. The arrests and subsequent prosecution in the law court will be made regardless of the status of each person in society.

4. The arrest and prosecution of those connected with the Umumbo-Omor crisis will serve as a lesson to other people who may wish to fan the embers of disunity and crisis in any other part of the state. The utterances and actions of these elements are inimical to the state government’s drive towards the rapid economic and social development of the state.

5. The Anambra State Government assures all ndi Anambra of its unwavering resolve to make our state the most peaceful in Nigeria and beyond. Though the Umumbo-Omor conflict is an isolated incident, it will attract a robust response from the government. No person can shed the blood of any Anambra person and expect to go scot-free because life is sacred. Anambra State must remain the Light of the Nation.

Signed

C. Don Adinuba
Commissioner for Information & Public Enlightenment.

Markets In Nnewi Commend Obiano For Easing Lockdown, Comply With COVID -19 Safety Measures

By Uju Edochie

Traders and inhabitants of the commercial city of Nnewi have returned to their various businesses after about thirty-five days of Market closure by the Anambra State government, due to the coronavirus pandemic.
From Agbo-Edo Market, Agbo Edo United Market, to the Fairly Used and New Motorcycles Dealers, Agbo-Edo Motor Spare Parts to New Auto Spare Parts Markets, it was messages of commendation for Governor Willie Obiano.
We also observed over ninety per cent compliance with the precautionary measures agaist COVID-19 being enforced by the Market Task Force members and traders.


At the entrance of the Markets, it was observed that the Task Force manned the gates as they direct the traders and buyers to wash their hands and make use of alcohol based hand sanitizers before they will be allowed into the Market.

They also ensured that everybody wore their facemasks before entering the Market.

The Chairman of Agbo-Edo United Market, Mr Joe Enumah, thanked the State government for re-opening the Markets and pledged total commitment to enforcing the preventive measures within the Market.
The Secretary New Auto Spare Parts Association, Mr Uche Ezechukwu, commended the traders for their positive and commendable behaviours towards the measures to curb the spread of the virus.


Earlier, the Chairman of Fairly Used and New Motorcycles Dealers Association, Mr Chukwueloka Ubajekwe, noted that the re-opening of Markets does not mean an end to coronavirus pandemic, but just to ease the sufferings and hardship on the people.

Some traders at Fairly Used and New Motorcycles Dealers Association, Messrs Sunday Mbah, Onyebuchi Ezeh and James Igboabuchi, expressed satisfaction with the reopening of the Markets in the State by the State government.

The Esther of our time, the mother of the modern day Anambra State, Her Excellency Chief Dr Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano, Osodieme Global Launches Operation Wear Face Mask.

By Bona Ogbonna

In furtherance of government directive on the use of face mask by the citizenry, the wife of the Governor of Anambra State, Dr. (Mrs) Ebelechukwu Obiano (Osodieme) has launched Operation Wear Your Face Mask to promote public adherence to the use of the mask as a protection against the Coronavirus pandemic.

Mrs Obiano performed the launch today 6th May, 2020, at their Aguleri home, supported by the leadership of the Anambra State Association of Town Unions (ASATU) Women Wing. The women were mandated to carry the gospel to their various communities across the State.

While addressing the select group of women, Mrs Obiano said it became necessary to get mothers involved in the advocacy in order to ensure statewide compliance.

"This Coronavirus disease requires erternal vigilance and our women are strategically placed to lead the campaign for promotion of self discipline. I had cause to visit our radio station- ABS - to urge our people to observe the Covid-19 protocols. But it would seem some still think the threat is not real.This is the time for ndi Anambra and Nigerians to take personal hygiene seriously. We are required to wash our hands regularly with running water, observe the social distancing and wear our face mask when going out in order to stay safe" Mrs Obiano said.

She added : "This is why I called you here to launch Operation Wear Your Face Mask, and I am happy that ASATU Women are already doing the right thing. What is left is for us to carry the campaign to our communities and homes and we should also intensify our prayers to ensure that the virus does not ravage us."

In her brief remark, the Commissioner for Women and Children Affairs, Lady Ndidi Mezue, commended the wife of the Governor for initiating the launch and her continuous enlightenment and advocacy for women groups on the prevention of the Coronavirus.

Earlier the Chairperson, ASATU Women Wing, Lady Franca Nwigbo, thanked the wife of the Governor for inviting them to be part of the launch which she described as a timely call by a caring mother who not only looks after widows but also seeks the welfare of ndi Anambra.

"We are assuring you as ASATU Women of our unalloyed support and that this campaign of Operation Wear Your Face Mask will reach everyone."

A symbolic launch and demonstration of the proper wearing of face mask was performed by the wife of the Governor.



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Anambra State first lady, chief Dr Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano, osodieme global and her passion.

By Bona Ogbonna

When Osodieme prayed to be blessed with success, she was propelled by the passion to give back to the society.

What Osodieme is doing today can be classified as the fruit of her burning desire and passion to do the things that pleases God and that is touching lives positively in our society.

Osodieme is not selfish and has proved that beyond every reasonable doubt.

She believes in the assertion that there is love in sharing.

During the commissioning of the two houses she built for indigent widows, Osodieme made an interesting revelation in her speech at the occasion.

The revelation she made has to do with the propelling force and genesis of her acts of philanthropy.

She revealed that when she was searching for a job at NNPC as a young woman, she prayed to God with a contrite heart and pleaded God to help her get that job with a promise that if she succeeds in getting the job that she will not eat her salary alone rather she will be using part of her salary to help the needy.

Do you know why Osodieme prayed to God with an open heart, she prayed because God is her only hope meaning that she doesn't have any godfather as at that time.

Another thing is that she is a well trained virtuous woman that doesn't want to soil her dignity like some women of nowadays.

She put all her hope and trust in God believing that God will give her the NNPC job and that if she actualise the miracle, she will remember the needy.

From this story, you will agree with me that even when Osodieme is in dire need of a job, she has started thinking of helping those that she is better than.

God seeing her natural kind heart, blessed her with that NNPC job, when she secured the job, she fulfilled her promise of using part of her salary to help the needy and that opened her door of divine blessing so wide to the extent that the divine blessing of God started falling like rain upon her till date.

God crowned Osodieme blessing with the gift of a loving and caring man as husband and that is Governor Obiano.

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COVID-19 Response: Umueri Protective Care Center Nears Completion

By Bona Ogbonna

The Anambra State Covid-19 Protective Center undertaken by Access Bank Plc, at Umueri General Hospital is nearing completion.

Governor Willie Obiano inspected the center where it was observed that true to their words, the bank has donated one hundred beds in addition to the twenty beds earlier provided by the state government.

Governor Obiano thanked the management of the bank for fulfilling their promise, pointing out that Fidelity Bank is also equipping a center at Ekwulobia General Hospital.

While recalling that the Umueri General Hospital is the oldest hospital in that area, the Governor said that Access Bank will soon open a branch of the bank in Umueri.

He called on Ndi Anambra to adhere to the COVID-19 protocols against the spread of the virus, while his administration will continue to do everything within its powers to contain the situation.

The Tradional Ruler of Umueri, Igwe Ben Emeka pledged their support to the present government while appreciating the Governor for attracting such facility to Umueri, including the International Cargo Airport which is undergoing construction.

The Commissioner for Health, Dr Vincent Okpala had conducted a tour of the Immaculate Heart Multi-Specialty Hospital, including the ten - bed Protective Care Center sited within the hospital premises.

The Protective Care Center also has Ventilators, cardiac monitors, oxygen concentrator, among others.

Dr Okpala explained that the essence of his visit was to share the vision of the Governor for the hospital, said that it is a comprehensive arena, and expressed confidence that the facility can effectively manage any medical emergency, including COVID-19 cases.

Concerning a video circulating on social media about a young man who alleged that four patients died in the hospital due to staff negligence, Commissioner Okpala stressed that having gone through the records, such cases were not recorded in the facility.

Willie de work!

Ndi Anambra are happy!

Osodieme, the mother of modern day Anambra State.

OBRIGADO

Osodieme Calls for Self Discipline as She Hands over Free House to two Widows

By Bona Ogbonna

The wife of the Governor of Anambra State and founder of the Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFE), an NGO, Dr. (Mrs.) Ebelechukwu Obiano (Osodieme) has called for observance of self-discipline and compliance to Covid-19 protocols in order to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus in our communities.

Osodieme made the plea on 5th April, 2020 at the handover of two houses she built free for two widows, each at Akwaihedi, Nnewi South and Igboukwu in Aguata Local Government Area.

Osodieme said that the advent of Coronavirus has changed our world drastically and the new rule is, 'If want to stay alive, stay at home!'

In her words:

"Since this pandemic started, we have all been rooted to our homes. Unfortunately, there are some of our sisters who cannot stay comfortably because they have no roof over their heads. This is why I decided to come out today to ensure that our sisters stay at home and stay safe by handing the keys to two new 2-Bedroom bungalows built free by my NGO, CAFE."

She went further to counsel the people of Akwaihedi and Igboukwu to "be disciplined and responsible by observing basic hygiene and social distancing. This Coronavirus disease is real and can kill if you don't do simple things like: Using face mask when leaving your house, washing hands with soap regularly, using sanitizers and avoiding crowded places."

Mrs. Obiano promised that the houses will be furnished with necessary household furniture and television within the week to ensure the comfort of the beneficiaries. She called on everyone to learn to help others who are less privileged especially at this time.

"Don't wait till you can make it big, do what you can now to help others; no matter how little. You are also encouraged to support what we are doing by donating to CAFE and we will acknowledge your support," Osodieme enjoined the people.

Speaking at the event, Member Representing Nnewi South II Constituency, Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon Johnbosco Akaegbobi, commended the Wife of the Governor and her NGO for remembering an indigent widow in Akwaihedi with a new house at a most ideal time. He said, "We are indeed grateful to you and also to your husband, our Governor who gives you all the support to touch lives."

In the same vein, Member Representing Aguata Constituency in Anambra State House, Hon Okey Okoye, prayed for Osodieme : "God who gave you the grace to turn this widow's place in Igboukwu from a dilapidated state to brand new house will continue to bless and keep you and your husband in Jesus name."

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Lady Ndidi Mezue, conveyed the greetings of the women and children of Akwaihedi and Igboukwu to the Wife of the Governor for braving the threat of Coronavirus to make the house handover possible for the two widows possible.

Earlier, the Transition Committeee Chairman Nnewi South Local Government Area, Hon Chieloka Okoye, thanked Mrs. Obiano for building a house for a widow in the Council Area. Equally his Aguata counterpart, Hon Eche Ezeibe, said they were indeed proud of all Osodieme's charitable programmes and are praying fervently that God will keep her and her husband, Akpokuedike, healthy to continue to work for the good of ndi Anambra.

Beneficiaries Mrs Ifeoma Ogbuanukwu of Umunwehi Village, Akwaihedi and Mrs Monica Okeke of Ezihu village Igboukwu thanked Osodieme for the best gift ever and prayed that God will also bless her and her family. The houses are amongst the twenty-seven built and now handed over to the beneficiaries by CAFE. Another one in Ozubulu will be commissioned and handed over at a later date.

It's a day of double blessings from the Mother of the modern day Anambra State, as she gifted another widow today.
Anambra State Governor's Wife, Dr. Ebelechekwu Obiano, Donates Building And Water Borehole To A Widow, Mrs Monica Okeke In Igbo-Ukwu, Aguata Local Government Area.

By Bona Ogbonna

Anambra State Governor's Wife, Dr. Ebelechekwu Obiano, has extended her charitable deeds as she donated a newly commissioned bungalow and water borehole to a widow, Mrs Monica Okeke, of Ezihu Village in Igbo-Ukwu, Aguata Local Government Area.
Presenting the keys, Dr. Mrs Obiano said the new two-bedroom bungalow was intended to ensure that the beneficiary stays at home and safe, in the spirit of being one’s brother’s and sister’s keeper.
Dr. Mrs Obiano, who explained that the gesture was in line with the core objectives of her NGO, CAFÉ, to build free houses for indigent widows, noted that twenty-seven houses have been built and handed over to beneficiaries across Anambra State.

Willie de work

Osodieme de show love

Cafe de support

Aibo media de report

The mother general

Anambra State Governor's Wife, Dr. Ebelechekwu Obiano, the Mother of the modern day Anambra State has done what she knows how to do best again.

......Donates Building And Water Borehole.

.......To A Widow, Mrs Ifeoma Ogbuanukwu In Akwaihedi, Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State.

By Bona Ogbonna

Anambra State Governor's Wife, Dr. Ebelechekwu Obiano, has commissioned and donated a bungalow and water borehole to a widow, Mrs Ifeoma Ogbuanukwu, of Umuehi Village, Akwaihedi in Nnewi South Local Government Area.

Commissioning the project, Dr. Mrs Obiano said the gesture was in line with the core objectives of her NGO, CAFÉ, to build free houses for indigent widows, noting that twenty-seven houses have been built and handed over to beneficiaries across Anambra State.

Dr. Mrs Obiano, who explained that the Covid-19 pandemic has drastically changed the world, forcing people to stay at home, said the new two-bedroom bungalow was intended to ensure that the beneficiary stays at home and safe, in the spirit of being one’s brother’s and sister’s keeper.

Willie de work!

Osodieme de support!

Cafe de change Life!

Aibo media de report.

The Mother of the modern day Anambra State, Her Excellency, Chief Dr Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano Osodieme Global has done it again.

...... Extends Palliatives to Inmates of Nigerian Correctional Service Centres in Anambra State.

By Bona Ogbonna

The wife of the Governor of Anambra State and founder of the Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFE), an NGO, Dr. (Mrs.) Ebelechukwu Obiano(Osodieme) over the weekend donated various food items as palliatives to support three Nigerian Correctional Service centres in Anambra State. The centres are Medium Security Custodial centres in Awka, Onitsha and Aguata. The donations were aimed at cushioning the impact of the lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

They palliatives were made up of mainly staple food items which are :50 tubers of yam, 5 bags of rice, 1 bag of beans, 10 cartons of noodles, 8 cartons of cornflakes, 2 cartons of canned tomato paste, 10 litres of palm oil and vegetable oil, 1 bag of salt, 1 packet of maggi, and coolers of cooked rice, chicken, beef and one live cow. Other items given to each of the Centres were five cartons of anti bacterial soap, one carton of hand sanitizer as well as facemasks.

In her message to the management of each of the Correctional Centres, Mrs Obiano said that the food items donated to fellow Nigerians in custody were to reassure them that they have not been forgotten and to also ensure their safety, especially during this period of the ravaging virus.

At the Nigerian Correctional Centre Awka, the Deputy Controller of Centre, Mr. Ben Akabueze, thanked the wife of the Governor for providing once again for the inmates at this critical period. Mr Akabueze, said that the inmates eagerly expected the regular provisions from Osodieme and were excited on hearing that the goodies have arrived. He assured that the inmates are in good health and

In his own remarks the Deputy Controller Onitsha Medium Security Custodial Centre, Mr Valentine Nwosu corroborated Mrs Obiano's consistent support to the Centre; while, the Assistant Controller Correction at Aguata Correctional Centre, Mr Patrick Ubenyi equally thanked the wife of the Governor for supporting the inmates in different areas of need.

Recalled that Her Excellency has given palliative packages to many groups, families and individuals, like the
Anambra State chapter of the Association of People Living with Sickle Disorder, APLSCD,
The physically challenged persons in Anambra State etc

Willie de work

Osodieme de support

Aibo movement de report

The 100ft road Nnewi erosion menace is a thing of the past.

By Bona Ogbonna

As an Nnewi son, Evang. Emmanuel Nnamdi Okafoagu, and others continues to express their gratitude to:-

His Excellency, Chief Dr Sir Willie Obiano Akpokuedike Global, Akpoo aza Nnewi, Odogwu Omambala.

Hon Sir Melie Onyejepu, Ogbuefi

Hon Nonso Smart Okafor

HRH Igwe Kenneth Orizu 111 MON, JP

According to Evang Okafoagu, Nnewi Community will forever remain grateful to the above people for the unequalled roles they have played and is still playing, to make sure that the nightmare which the town have been experiencing for God knows how long will be a thing of the past.

Recalled that the Erosion have rendered many families homeless, destroyed many businesses and was about consuming the biggest Auto Spare Parts Market in West Africa, before the quickly intervention of the Anambra State Government under the leadership of the WILLINGLY WONDERFULLY WORKING WILLIE, the Alert Governor and his amiable wife, the mother of the modern day Anambra State, Chief Dr Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano, Osodieme Global.

Akpokuedike and Osodieme, OBRIGADO!

Ogbuefi Melie Onyejepu, OBRIGADO!!

Hon Smart Okafor Nonso, OBRIGADO!!!



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Mrs Obiano Gives Palliative Support to 200 Families in Umuonyema Ogbunike.

The wife of Governor of Anambra State, and founder of Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFE), an NGO, Dr. (Mrs.) Ebelechukwu Obiano(Osodieme) has donated various food items as palliative support to two hundred families in Umuonyema kindred, Ifite village, Ogbunike in Oyi Local Government Area. This was aimed at cushioning the impact of the lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

The palliative support which included 210 bottles of 250ml hand sanitizers, 100 cartons of Noodles, 200 bags of rice, vegetable oil, tomato, salt, and onions were distributed to the beneficiaries on the evening of 2nd May 2020 at Ifite Ogbunike.

She commended the women and men for turning out wearing their face masks in compliance with Government directive on Covid-19, and urged them to continue to wash hands regularly and observe social distance to avoid contracting any trace the Coronavirus disease.

Speaking during the distribution of the palliative support, Dr. (Mrs) Obiano represented by the Deputy Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Emeka Ozumba, told Umuonyema kindred that the food items and disinfectants are to be shared equally among two hundred families. Mrs. Obiano urged them to share the items peacefully without rancor and ensure that the Umuada and ndi Ichie are represented.

Earlier, Transition Chairman of Oyi Local Government Area, Engr. (Dr.) Nnamdi Nwadiogbu, welcomed and thanked the Wife of the Governor for remembering members of her kindred during this difficult period created by the Coronavirus pandemic. In the Chairman's words:

"We are very happy to receive your timely gift which will be very useful to the beneficiary families. We are not surprised to receive all these goodies because you have been supporting our people before now. I want to assure you that the distribution will be done peacefully."

Engr. Nwadiogbu commended the Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, whom he referred to as "our great inlaw" for the various road projects both completed and on-going, as well as the High Court project which he noted will transform both the lives and the wellbeing of ndi Ogbunike.

The Wife of the Governor has been providing succour to various groups and organisations during this period. Previous beneficiaries include Association of Persons Living with Sickle Cell Disorder and Persons Living with HIV/AIDS.

Akpoo aza Nnewi, Akpokuedike Global, OBRIGADO!

Ndi Nnewi won't be in a haste to forget. Ka ana ejegodi

100-Foot Road Nnewi Erosion Control Project.

Yesterday, Thursday, April 30, 2019, I received the Executive Governor of Anambra State, His Excellency, Chief Dr. Willie M. Obiano (Akpokodike) who inspected the ongoing 100-Foot Road Nnewi Erosion Control Project.

100-Foot Road Nnewi was one of the major entrance to Nkwo Nnewi, a market that have an annual turnover of $1billion, before it was seriously affected by erosion which swallowed the road, residential and commercial buildings. While it may be a surprise to many, the erosion started way-back in the 1970s and only got worsened last year.

The visit of His Excellency, which was primarily to ascertain the pace of work, afforded me the opportunity to express my appreciation to the Governor for acting promptly by engaging the services of an International Reputable Construction Company, Infrastructure Development Company (IDC), for the reclamation of 100-Foot Road Nnewi Erosion Site.

It will be recalled that one of the first motion I moved after I was sworn in as the Lawmaker representing Nnewi North in Anambra State House of Assembly, was the motion in which I raised alarm on the erosion which has cut-off 100-Foot Road and is posing a serious threat to Nkwo Nnewi Market.

With the involvement of other stakeholders, we reached out to His Excellency, in our different capacities calling for his timely intervention to save our town from the devastating effect of the erosion. The Governor being proactive, despite the pressure on the state budget, awarded the contract for the control and reclamation of the erosion.

The ongoing construction works on the Storm Water Diversion Deep Channel on the Fifty (50) Feet Deep 100-Foot Road Gully Erosion, Uruagu Nnewi, will bring lasting solutions to the problems of erosion menace in the area.

The project which will cost N4bn has succeeded in almost reclaiming the gully through the importation of laterite and compaction with careful channelization of the stormwater in a number of drains.

While we commend our Governor for this great effort, it is time for us to open discussion on the need for community participation in the management and protection of the environment from erosion.

Erosion does not just develop overnight, there are processes leading to them and this can be averted at the community level.

Although some gullies are caused by natural cracks in the earth and nature of our soil, most gully erosions in Anambra State are unnatural and can be averted. Most of the causes of erosions are traceable to bad management practices such as roads without proper drainage or catchments pits, blocking drainage channels with refuse, deforestation, unsustainable farming and mining of sand.

It is time for us to create institutions and implement policies that will guarantee a sustainable environment.

Hon. Nonso Smart Okafor,
Member Representing,
Nnewi North Constituency,
Anambra State House of Assembly.

A Special Broadcast on Covid-19 by the Governor of Anambra State, His Excellency, Chief Willie Obiano on Friday, May 1, 2020.

1. Ndi Anambra, ekenem unu.

2. I am here to address you on our fight against Coronavirus (Covid-19) in Anambra State.
As you are aware, our beloved state has been on lockdown in the past five weeks. Ndi Anambra, we have fought the good fight, we have subjected ourselves to extreme inconveniences and now, we must begin the return journey to normal life again.

3. Community Active Search

4. Ndi Anambra, the question at the moment is where do we go from here? Well, I am delighted to announce that so far, we have conducted 72 tests on samples out of which one only returned positive. And that one was the Index Case who has been treated and discharged. So, at this moment, there is no active Covid-19 case in Anambra State. As a result of this, our next battle front with Covid-19 is to mount an active search for people with Covid-19 symptoms in all communities in Anambra State. The NCDC, WHO and UNICEF have assured us of their support to ensure the success of this effort. So, I implore you to cooperate with our specially trained Covid-19 team when they visit your community by giving useful information that will help them to get the necessary samples for testing.

5. Ndi Anambra, it has been repeatedly proven that Covid-19 is not a death sentence. And we have a team of competent medical professionals who can manage the case to success. We also have the necessary equipment and medication that will enhance chances of success.

6. Removing the Lockdown

7. Ndi Anambra, encouraged by the absence of any active Covid-19 case in our dear state, we are emboldened to take a few careful steps to return Anambra to normalcy. Here are the immediate steps we shall take to achieve that:

8. Burials and Funerals:

9. Ndi Anambra, the recent lockdown had halted burials in Anambra State and has therefore put some pressure on our facilities in the state. I therefore urge you to bury your loved ones but with strict compliance to the Covid-19 protocols. There should be no fanfare and attendance should not be more than 30 family members.

10. Similarly, people bringing the remains of their loved ones for burial in Anambra State must ensure that the corpses are buried on the same day of arrival into the state. As a matter of fact, the grave must be ready before the corpse arrives at the boundary of Anambra State. Let me quickly add that the relatives of the deceased who accompanied the corpse home must also proceed on 14 days of self-isolation.

11. The Civil Service and Schools

12. All civil servants including teachers of primary, secondary and tertiary schools in Anambra State shall resume work on Monday, May 4, 2020. Arrangements are on-going to ensure that the teachers undergo a comprehensive Covid-19 training in readiness for the eventual opening of schools at the right time.

13. Re-opening of Markets

14. Following the successful completion of Covid-19 Training for all the market leaders in Anambra State, all markets in Anambra State shall re-open on Monday May 4, 2020. The market leaders must ensure that their friends and colleagues as well as customers comply with the standard protocols of Covid-19 once the markets re-open.

15. Our Boundaries Remain Closed

16. All our boundaries with neighbouring states remain completely closed. Only people on essential services and haulage trucks with essential commodities are allowed passage after a thorough check and confirmation by the security personnel at the boundaries. We are working very hard to seal off all bush paths that are being exploited by unscrupulous transporters to the detriment of our beloved state.

17. Testing Centers

18. Ndi Anambra, I am delighted to inform you that we have set up two potential Covid-19 Testing Centers in our dear state. We urge the management of NCDC to expedite action on the accreditation and approval process to ensure the immediate use of the facilities for the benefit of our people.

19. Conclusion

20. Umu nnem, in easing our dear state back to normal life, we are hopeful that we have adequately been sensitized on what we must do to protect our lives, the lives of our dear ones and neighbours as well as our communities. We are also optimistic that we shall demonstrate as much commitment in fighting together to protect our state from the corrosive impact of Covid-19 as we did all through the lockdown period. I also wish to inform you that the federal government shall announce a nationwide curfew from Monday, May 4, 2020 to halt the community spread of Covid-19 across Nigeria. The curfew is expected to start at 8pm and end at 6am. I urge you to comply with this directive as enforcement shall be conducted to the letter. To be forewarned is to be forearmed.
Thank you!

God bless Anambra State
God bless Nigeria

Dalunu

Willie Obiano
Governor, Anambra State
Friday, May 1, 2020

Governor Willie Obiano visited the Erosion control site at 100Ft road Nnewi again today, 30/04/2020.

..... Assures of speedy completion of the project.

By AIBO MEDIA

Work has reached advanced stage at the erosion site at 100 foot road, Uruagu, Nnewi.

Governor Willie Obiano embarked on inspection of the project, being undertaken by Anambra State government at the cost of over three billion naira.

On arrival, it was discovered that the site which was deeper than ten storey building, has been filled up with laterite, while most part of the work on the storm water diversion discharge has been completed.

Recall that Governor Obiano visited the site on 29, January 2020 where he called on the federal government to declare a state of emergency on active erosion sites scattered across the state.

According the Governor, his constant visit to the erosion site, lays credence to the importance his administration places on such critical infrastructure that has enormous socio-economic impact.

It will also be recalled that the AIBO MEDIA have been visiting the site to ascertain the level of on going work at the Erosion site, in one of such visit, they were accompanied by Sir Mellie Onyejepu "Ogbuefi", the SA on Budget, Efficiency and AIRS to the Governor.

While calling on Ndi Anambra not to forget to practice the COVID-19 protocols as laid out by the WHO, he pledged that his administration will complete the erosion project in record time. The governor's speech was occasionally interrupted with the shout of AKPOKUE, AKPOKUE, AKPOKUE KA ANYI GA ESO, MA ONA EJE EJE, MA ONA ANA ANA, AKPOKUEDIKE KA ANYI GA ESO O, by the jubilant crowds who were overwhelmed by the governor's visit and by the speed and quality of the work going on at the Erosion site.

The Governor was accompanied by the Commissioner for Works, Engineer Marcel Ifejiofor, Commissioner Youth Entrepreneurship and Creative Economy, Mr Afam Mbanefo.

On hand to welcome the Governor, are Rt Hon Barr Chukwudi Orizu, the TC chairman Nnewi North LGA, Hon Smart Nonso Okafor, member representing Nnewi North Constituency at the State House of Assembly and some members of AIBO media team among others.

Willie de work!

Aibo media de report!

© AIBO MEDIA

The AFA IGBO BU OFU MOVEMENT praises the First Lady of Anambra State, Her Excellency, Chief Mrs. Ebelechukwu Obiano, Osodieme Global.

........As she doles out various Palliative packages to the Physically Challenged in the State.

By Bona Ogbonna

The wife of Governor of Anambra State, and founder of Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFE), an NGO, Dr. (Mrs.) Ebelechukwu Obiano(Osodieme) has provided succour to one hundred visually impaired and physically challenged persons to cushion the impact of the lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

The palliative support which includes cartons of noodles, tomato, salt, cereals and undiclosed cash support for other essentials were handed out to the beneficiaries on the evening of 28th April 2020 by Mrs. Obiano at her Aguleri country home in Anambra East Local Government Area.

Addressing the beneficiaries before handing out the items, Mrs. Obiano said that the palliative support was intended to alleviate the pains of the restrictions upon the ravaging pandemic. She expressed hope that it would be useful for them and their immediate families during this difficult time.

In her words: "I want you all to know that this Coronavirus is real, so you need to observe all the safety rules and stay safe. I also know that hunger is a threat to all, especially the physically challenged. This is why I am giving you this support and I hope that this would help cushion your hardship."

One of the beneficiaries, Maduka Okeke, thanked Mrs. Obiano for her kind gesture and prayed that God will continue to bless her and her husband, the Governor of Anambra State.

Mrs. Obiano had earlier given palliative support to the Association of Persons Living with Sickle Cell Disorder and Persons Living with HIV/AIDS.

Anambra State and APGA spirit in action!

Mama Anambra is still showing love!

Cafe is the platform!

Aibo media is reporting!

Assurance001:
Just wondering what the teachers will be doing in school when pupils and students are still at home following on air teaching.

Have you forgotten that almost all the schools have finished their second term examinations that will lead to Easter vacation before this Pandemic forced them into lockdown.
Now, the teachers will mark and compute the second term results.
They will have enough time to prepare their lessons notes for the third term school session. Remember also that the staff rooms will need cleaning and washing.
The teachers are not complaining though.