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Coronavirus: Anambra Begins Fumigation of the 63 Major Markets in the State.

Men of the Anambra State fire service, led by the state's number one fire fighter, Agility Martin Agbali, today commensed the fumigation of the major markets in the state, as one of the proactive measures being put in place by the Executive Governor of Anambra State, His Excellency, Chief Dr Sir Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano (Akpokuedike Global) against the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Recall that Gov Obiano promised that, "We shall commence the fumigation of the 63 markets in Anambra State while the traders are at home. This will help to reduce the toxicity of the business environment and minimize the exposure of our people to different kinds of infections".

The exercise was kick started at Onitsha Main Market today.

#willieisworking
#saferhome

AIBO

An overwhelmed Nnewi Man, Evang. Okafoagu Emma David Jr, couldn't hold back his joy for what the Governor of Anambra State, the wonderfully willingly working Willie, the alert Governor, the man with a midas touch, the true father of the modern day Anambra State, Chief Dr Sir Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano, Akpokuedike Global is doing for ndi Nnewi.
The once dreaded erosion that have almost succeeded in collapsing the business hub centre of the town known as THE JAPAN OF AFRICA, has been checked and dealt with in an unimaginable way by His Excellency.
The man's emotional outpouring can only be imagined than described.
He also praised and thanked all those who had made this unbelievable dreams come to reality, names like, IGWE NNEWI, HON SIR MELIE ONYEJEPU and others were mentioned.

Please take a look at the pictures of the erosion site before the control, then view the clips and see why every Tom, Dick and Harry in Nnewi will ever remain grateful to Willie Obiano and Ogbuefi Melie Onyejepu.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZZHQFID0rk


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0wyRNAlr4c

HEALTH WORKERS APPLAUDS ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNMENT OVER READINESS TO COMBAT COVID-19

This was made known to during a brief interview with Dr Olatayo a medical officer working with the state government in the fight against Coronavirus.
She maintained that so far Anambra state government under the eye of Chief Willie Obiano has displayed a high level of commitment and zealousness to champion the course of ensuring that all that is needed to be put in place are carried out against any eventuality in the state.
According to her the state government has equiped three isolation centers working effectively in the state noting that the current station where she is operating has a 300 bed capacity, Surge centre, Patients monitor facilities, Emergency response facilities.
She emphasized that the centre is equippped with air-conditioning facilities as the extent of the any eventaulity cannot be estimated now.
Expressively she made it clear that No case of Coronavirus case has been recorded in Anambra state.
In her words, The state commissioner for health and the Special Advisers to the Governor on health matters deserve maximum thumps up for this display of capacity and pro-activeness.
Thanking the state Governor for his no resilient commitment to ensure that Anambra is safe against the pandemic praying that the virus will not enter the state.

Willie is Working
Anambra State is Ready

#Saferhome

AIBO

A Special Broadcast On Covid-19 By The Gov. Of Anambra State, His Excellency, Chief Willie Obiano On Thursday April 2, 2020

Ndi Anambra ekenem unu.

I am here to update you on the on-going global war against the Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) and the efforts we have made so far to flatten the curve on this virus and shut it out of Anambra State.
As you may recall, my last broadcast on this pandemic was on March 19, 2020 when we took our first decisive steps against this menace by announcing the suspension of schools, nightclubs and bars, weddings, funerals, ofala ceremonies and other social events that bring people together in one place.

Update on Testing and Results:

Here is an update on what has happened since my last broadcast. In Anambra State, we respect our experts. My Commissioner for Health, Dr Vincent Okpala has reliably informed me that at this moment in time, our dear state does not have a single recorded case of Coronavirus. Six samples have so far been sent for testing and four of the samples were declared negative. The results of the other two have not been released yet. We have sent three new samples today for testing.
Please note that samples are usually taken from what the experts call CASE DESCRIPTION. Case Description is a situation where an individual who has just returned from any of the countries and cities that have serious Covid-19 cases begins to show symptoms of Coronavirus… or a situation where someone who has come in contact with people suffering from Coronavirus begins to show symptoms of the pandemic. These symptoms are usually cough, runny nose, fever and a difficulty in breathing. Samples are usually taken from such people and sent to the testing center. So, far, Anambra is safe. But we shall continue our efforts in testing to ensure that Coronavirus does not take us by surprise.

Update on Isolation Centers:

We have successfully set up a 250-bed Isolation Center at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Mbaukwu/Umuawulu and another 16-bed Isolation Centre at the General Hospital Onitsha. By the Grace of God, I shall commission both centers tomorrow. The Onitsha Isolation Centre has been described as one of the best in the country today. At the same time, the Isolation Center at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Amaku-Awka is being fitted out to standard just in case we have an outbreak.
Meanwhile, we have two Surge Centers at Ekwulobia General Hospital and Umueri General Hospital. Ndi Anambra, I am happy to announce the Management of Fidelity Bank and the Management of Access Bank have both volunteered to equip the Surge Centers at Ekwulobia General Hospital and Umueri General Hospital with a 60-bed facility each that meets the World Health Organization standards on Coronavirus. I have been assured that both facilities shall be up and running within one week. On behalf of Ndi Anambra, I express my profound gratitude to Fidelity Bank and Access Bank for their kind gesture.
Economic Stimulus Package:
Ndi Anambra, our response to the threat posed by the Covid-19 pandemic is multi-dimensional. We have mounted a massive awareness campaign on all media platforms to enlighten our people on the threat of Coronavirus. We have closed our boundaries with neighbouring states and shut down our 63 major markets in Anambra State to flatten the curve on this virus. We have set up Isolation Centers and equipped them with facilities that meet WHO standards. And finally, we have also rolled out an Economic Stimulus Package to cushion the effect of steps we have taken against the virus on the most vulnerable members of our communities. We have commenced the distribution of 200 bags of rice to each of the 181 communities in Anambra State to be distributed among our senior citizens from 70 years and above. In communities where we have more than 200 people within the specified age bracket, distribution shall start from the oldest to the youngest in the age bracket.
Beyond that, we have also given a 10% relief on personal income taxes to businesses in Anambra State for the year 2019. This means that if you have been paying your taxes regularly, you will get a 10% refund of the entire sum you paid in 2019. I have no doubt that this will be of great help to businesses in the state.
Interventions from the Private Sector
Our call for assistance from corporate bodies and successful Ndi Anambra has started yielding results. So far, we have received the following donations in cash and equipment from the following people –
UBA Plc – N28, 500,000
Ibeto Petrochemical – N10m
J I Ejison of Ejison International Ltd – N5m
Chief Clem Nwogbo – N5m
Chief Ejeson Ukeje – N5m
Chief Daniel Chukwudozie of Dozzy Oil – N2m
Senator Victor Umeh – N2m
His Royal Highness, Igwe Gerald Mbamalu, Igwe Ojoto – N1m
Ezeemo Godwin Chukwunenye – N500,000
Obinna Okechukwu Nwosu – N3000
7Com Enterprises N2000
Dr Ernest Audialor Obiejesi – 4000 Facial Masks and 900 Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).

Other illustrious indigenes of the state that have pledged to assist the government with Personal Protection Equipment and other medical supplies are Chief Engineer Arthur Eze, Dr Cosmas Maduka, Chief Innocent Chukwuma (Innoson), Sir Emeka Offor, Chief Chidi Anyaegbu (Chisco), Emma Bishop Okonkwo (Ekulo Group) and Chief Allen Onyema (Air Peace).

Ndi Anambra we are still appealing for donations to boost our capacity to overcome the threat posed by this pandemic. We especially need ventilators and Personal Protection Equipment like gloves, goggles for the eyes, apparels and masks. We shall appreciate any intervention that will strengthen our capacity in these areas.

What we shall do next
Ndi Anambra, we are determined to strengthen our campaign against Coronavirus in our dear state with the following measures –

We shall soon commence the distribution of 3 million masks residents of Anambra State 181 communities in Anambra. The Igwes and the PGs will assist the government in profiling the tailors in the various communities that will help in mass-producing these masks for distribution to the members of the communities. Our intention in handing out 3 million masks is to ensure that after the 14-day shutdown of the state, no one will step out of their home without wearing a facial mask. The Czech Republic is relying largely on a heavy use of facial masks to minimize the incidence of Coronavirus in its territory. These masks shall be made by our own tailors carefully selected from each of the 181 communities of Anambra State. The modalities for the manufacturing and distribution of the masks shall be worked out and announced subsequently.
We shall also commence the fumigation of the 63 markets in Anambra State while the traders are at home. This will help to reduce the toxicity of the business environment and minimize the exposure of our people to different kinds of infections.
We are giving a two-month waiver to Keke and shuttle bus operators in the state on the usual permits they pay. The grace period covers the months of April and May, 2020. The leadership of the Tricycle Union and the Bus and Shuttle Bus Drivers Union have also given a two-month waiver to Keke and Shuttle bus drivers. I hope that this will cushion the sudden fall in their income occasioned by the restricted number of passengers they are expected to carry at a time these days. This is also a part of our Economic Stimulus Package for the vulnerable.
To ensure that our children are not adversely affected by the closure of schools, we have migrated our classrooms to Radio, television and Facebook. A partnership between the Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS) and the Ministry of Basic Education is meeting the educational needs of our children with a programme title “Anambra Teaching on Air.” Visit the ABS website for further details.

We are Ready:

Finally, Ndi Anambra, learning from the experience of the approaches adopted by France and Lagos in battling this pandemic, we have stockpiled the medicines used in managing outbreaks in both places in case we experience an incident here. I therefore urge you to be calm and ensure adequate compliance with the standard directives on Covid-19 which includes – wash your hands regularly with soap, use hand-sanitizers regularly, cough and sneeze into your elbows, put on a face mask while going out and most importantly; stay home and stay safe!
Before I end this broadcast, I must not fail to thank the entire business community in Anambra State for complying with our directive on Coronavirus. I must also thank the owners of schools, the church, the civil society and traditional rulers who have lent their voices to the enlightenment campaign on coronavirus in their various domains. My gratitude also goes to the members of the Task Force on Covid-19 who have been working day and night to get our dear state ready and of course the Service Commanders of the various security agencies in the state who have been helping us to enforce the standard Covid-19 protocol in the state.
In conclusion, Ndi Anambra, I urge you to see the threat of Coronavirus as the greatest threat to us all as one people under God. I urge you therefore, to come together as one and shut out this pandemic from Anambra State. Ndi Anambra, we can do it if we truly come together. In the words of American auto icon, Henry Ford, “coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress but working together is success.”
I have no doubt that if we all wash your hands regularly with soap, use hand-sanitizers regularly, cough and sneeze into your elbows, put on a facial mask while going out and most importantly; stay home and stay safe, we shall win this battle and eventually win this war!
God bless Anambra State
God Bless Nigeria.

Willie Obiano
Governor
Thursday, 2nd April, 2020

Fighting Coronavirus Spread Together In Anambra State
...... AIBO and others salutes Gov Willie Obiano

Ndi Anambra, we thank God that there is no recorded case of Coronavirus yet in the state as at 2nd April, 2020, and we pray and hope that it remains so.

However, we all need to prepare for any eventuality. Ndi Anambra MUST play their own part by obeying WHO, federal and state governments’ coronavirus advisory and directives for example, staying at home, washing our hands regularly with soap for 20 seconds each time, using hand sanitizers, stopping handshakes, hugs and kisses, maintaining social distances with people (6 feet), avoiding public gatherings, obeying boundary closure directive etc.

Anambra state government is doing its bit too. The 240-bed NYSC Camp (Mbaukwu/Umuawulu) Isolation Centre is almost ready, likewise the facilities at Awka, Nnewi and Onitsha. The state government has procured medical equipment and supplies and has launched a COVID-19 support fund among other measures including sharing of relief materials to the elderly (bags of rice etc), the economic stimulus package announced (tax refunds etc) for traders and business owners.

This time also calls for us as Ndi Anambra to be our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers according to the Igbo mantras of ‘Nwanne di n’mba’ and ‘Onye aghana nwanne ya’. Let us share our bread and other materials with our neighbours who may be lacking.

The dark season will not last in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

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#Saferhome
#Afaigbobuofu
#Williedework

Senator Umeh Donates N2M To Anambra State COVID-19 Support Fund, Urges Ndi Anambra To Support Government’s Efforts


The Senator that represented Anambra Central in the 8th Senate, and former national Chairman of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Senator Sir Victor Umeh has donated the sum of two million naira to Anambra state government to help its fight against the spread of coronavirus in the state.

According to Senator Umeh, “We have seen what is happening all over the world with the coronavirus pandemic. Most nations are struggling to cope with the devastating effects of the pandemic on families and on the economy. Our Governor, His Excellency, Chief Willie Obiano has shown commitment in his resolve to protect Ndi Anambra”.

Senator Umeh commended the Governor for introducing an economic stimulus package to cushion the effects of the pandemic on Ndi Anambra, and providing vital medical equipment for the isolation centres. “The government can not do this alone. That’s why we have to donate money or even materials as this concerns all of us”, he said.

Continuing, Senator Umeh called on Ndi Anambra as well as corporate organisations operating in the state to support the government’s efforts, “We can see that Lagos state, despite their privileged status as an economic powerhouse in Nigeria, are calling for and are receiving huge support by way of monetary and material contributions from individuals and corporate organisations to help their COVID-19 response efforts. This is commendable and i believe Ndi Anambra will listen and support the state government’s COVID-19 efforts’, Senator Umeh concluded.

Advisory

To Support Anambra State Government’s Efforts To Stop The Spread Of The Virus, Please Bring Materials To The Office Of The Secretary To The State Government, Government House, Awka Or Donate Cash To:

ANAMBRA STATE COVID- 19 SUPPORT
UBA PLC, ACCOUNT NO: 1022752108

ANAMBRA STATE COVID-19 AID FIDELITY ACCOUNT NUMBER 5030112159


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AIBO

Coronavirus: Obiano Gives Tax Relief To Traders, Business Owners in Anambra


In furtherance of his promise to cushion the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic, Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano has approved 10% tax relief as stimulus package for all traders and business owners in Anambra State.

This was confirmed in Awka by the Chairman of Anambra Inland Revenue Service (AIRS), and Head of Anambra Covid-19 Stimulus Package Sub-Committee, Dr David Nzekwu on 1st April, 2020.

Dr. Nzekwu explained that the category of traders and business owners who will enjoy the stimulus package will receive the refund of 10% of what they paid as Personal Income Tax in 2019.

Said Dr. Nzekwu:

" The Governor's directive to the ANSG Covid-19 STIMULUS Package Committee is very clear and we are already working out the modalities for the immediate implementation of the stimulus package to the beneficiaries. This is in addition to other incentives, including the provision of relief materials to the elderly and other vulnerable people."

Dr. Nzekwu equally advised ndi Anambra to take advantage of the AIRS Tax advisory on how they can pay their taxes online or through designated government bank accounts.

"Anybody who goes about harassing Ndi Anambra over taxes on the streets is an illegal tax collector. Call the police and the authorities when you see such persons” Dr. Nzekwu said.

The tax refund is yet another strategic action by the Anambra state government to support the citizens during the period in anticipation of economic downturn that may arise from the Coronavirus pandemic.

#SAFERHOME
AIBO

Coronavirus: First Batch Of Free Bags Of Rice For The Elderly In Anambra Arrives

"Suppose there are brothers or sisters who need clothes and don't have enough to eat. What good is there in your saying to them, "God bless you! Keep warm and eat well!"---if you don't give them the necessities of life?" (James 2:15-16).

Coronavirus: First Batch of free bags of Rice for the elderly in Anambra arrives.

... distribution starts tomorrow, April 1st!

Gov Obiano few days ago promised to share free bags of rice to every Onye Anambra from 70 years and above as part of a jumbo stimulus package aimed at alleviating the difficulties with the 14-Days "Stay at Home" order

The distribution pattern is simple:

1. The Presidents-General of the 177 towns in the State will collect and submit the list of anyone upto 70 years of age; to the Ministry of Local Government

2. The Government will release corresponding quantity of bags of Anambra Rice to the town

3. The town will shared the bags of rice to the persons on the list while observing all the recommended practices to avoid the spread of Coronavirus

No Struggle! No Hassle! No Cheating!

This is just the beginning as many more goodies are coming for every Onye Anambra from the government of Chief Willie Obiano.

Willie is wonderfully, willingly working.

#Seferhome!

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AIBO COMMENDS HIS EXCELLENCY CHIEF DR WILLIE OBIANO AS HE LEADS BY EXAMPLE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID 19 VIRUS.

The AFaigbobuofu movement commends Chief Obianno on his efforts towards ensuring a safe Anambra as the fight against covid 19 virus continues
Ndi Anambra should recall that Anambra state government was the first in Nigeria
to react to the COVID-19 pandemic by setting up a Special Committee, his Excellency Governor Willie Obiano is leading the fight from the front by going into self-isolation after ordering civil servants to work-from-home.
It would have been irresponsible for the Governor to act in contravention of his very own orders by violating the protocols of social distancing as recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).
It's important that ndi Anambra should understand that By the nature of his Excellency position as a political leader that he always come in contact with people from different parts of the world on a daily basis.
Threforefore Under the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, most responsible leaders have gone into self-isolation to minimize the risk of their exposure to the virus.
Thus we commend his Excellency governor Obiano for doing the right thing by going into voluntary self-isolation without prompt.

Ndi anambra must also know that Political leaders across the world are presently leading the war against COVID-19 from their homes.
They are taking advantage of modern technology to coordinate efforts from the safety of their homes. In so doing, they are also amplifying the "Stay Home" message of the season. As the leader of the Special Committee on COVID-19 in Anambra State, Obiano's decision to lead from self-isolation is exemplary and commendable.

Finally, Ndi anambra should be greatful to God that so far , Anambra is yet to record any proven case of Coronvirus but the state is making the necessary preparation for any eventuality.

We therefore advice that our people continue to follow and abide by the government directives in other to guarantee safety for all us

Please stay at home to be safe.

Together we shall overcome.

Members of AFA IGBO BU OFU movement salutes the staff and management of UBA plc for partnering with Anambra State Government against the Coronavirus pandemic.

...... UBA PLC Donates N28.5m to Anambra State government

Moments ago at the SSG's Conference Hall, Awka, officials of United Bank for Africa(UBA) presented a cheque of twenty-eight million, five hundred thousand Naira only to the Anambra State government to support its effort in fighting the spread of coronavirus in the state.

The cheque was received on behalf of the state by the Secretary of the Anambra State Action Committee on COVID 19 and the SSG of the State, Prof. Solo Chukwulobelu.

You too can make donations in support of the fight against the spread of coronavirus in Anambra.

NB: All covid19 donations should be routed through SSG's office for proper documentation.

ANAMBRA STATE COVID- 19 SUPPORT
UBA PLC, ACCOUNT NO: 1022752108

ANAMBRA STATE COVID-19 AID FIDELITY ACCOUNT NUMBER 5030112159

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30-03-2020

THE TRUTH ABOUT ANAMBRA CORONA VIRUS PREPAREDNESS - OJUKWU


- Interview by MING MEDIA



1) Question:

Sir, with regards to the Coronavirus pandemic, do you think the Nigerian government and individual states have taken appropriate measures to protect its citizens?


Yes, Nigeria, in general, is taking appropriate measures, we all watch and read the news, and I can see the country is taking necessary actions. Still, a lot more needs to be done. I am sure most people in central government will agree. They must keep putting more appropriate measures in place to combat Covid-19. This fight will be, for a long time, an ongoing fight.

The truth is none of us, including governments, can ever do too much to combat this threat. Even the experts around the world have admitted that most economies and medical systems, however sophisticated, will struggle under this current pandemic.

But I can really only speak about what is going on in Anambra in detail. Again, a lot more can be done and needs to be done, as I am sure Governor Willie Obiano will agree. But our state has already taken some very positive steps. Let’s not forget that the Governor was among the first in Nigeria to address the state immediately the news of this pandemic became known. I personally am particularly reassured by his decision to personally lead the fight against this pandemic, by surrounding himself with medical experts who can advise him. I have also been encouraged by the Governor’s decision to update the masses regularly about everything the state is doing to improve their safety.

Also, various measures have been taken – starting from the restriction of certain activities to reduce the risk of the spread. The deployment of surveillance teams in the 21 local government councils of the state to help monitor and receive calls from the public is undoubtedly effective. It is being used in other countries in Asia and Europe. This strategy, most likely, assisted the state to follow up 5 Chinese cases in Anambra. If you remember, they were quarantined and monitored by trained medics for 2 weeks until they were deemed to have a clean bill of health. I know, for instance, that the WHO and NCDC continue to train our personnel to ensure readiness. In terms of ventilators, we have about 9 – in Hospitals such as Amaku Teaching Hospital and others, including in the private sector.

A lot more work towards combating this virus is going on in Anambra, which I am sure, you, as a journalist, can find out for yourself.

It is also worth noting that Anambra state is second to none when it comes to providing medical care.

Having said all of this, a lot more, undoubtedly, has to be done, and we as individuals need to come together, to help and encourage our leaders and major stakeholders to do more. This is not the time to rest on our laurels or to denigrate each other. At the same time, though we must take care to ensure that we are pushing our leaders and experts to do more through constructive criticism or suggestions. Now, given recent utterances in the media, I hope you will ask me more about what I mean by constructive criticism, later.


2) Question:

The state Governor has banned all forms of social gathering as part of measures to reduce the risk of possible infection. How effective do you think this measure is to the issue at hand?


Well, we all know that when a pandemic of this nature starts, places, where people gather in large numbers and interact in close proximity facilitates the spread of the illness.

We know from what the experts have told us that we can get infected in the following ways. People sneezing and coughing who have the virus can contaminate others, 2 to 3 metres away. Small droplets from their mouth and nose can land in your eye, mouth or nose. We also know that we can catch the Covid-19 through touching. If someone sick wipes their running nose with their hand, or coughs or sneezes in their hand and shake yours, you can catch it, by touching your nose, mouth or by rubbing your eyes. Again, surfaces, where these droplets have landed, are contaminated. Anyone who touches them, therefore, can get infected. So, one victim of the disease can affect hundreds, and then the speed of spread becomes exponential in communities.

People, therefore, must keep their physical distance. In fact, for the sake of clarity, let’s not use the term social distancing. As well as washing our hands and doing everything we have been told to do on the hygiene level, we must keep our physical distance. We must avoid large events and crowded places, and help the Governor implement his measures by preventing such gatherings when we can.

So, to answer your question, the ban is timely, strategic and necessary. The same measures Governor Willie Obiano has taken is being taken in Europe, Asia and America. We have since seen a decline in infection rates in China and South Korea, so I believe the measures will be effective here. In fact, all the other states in Nigeria should follow suit if they have not done so already.


3) Question:

With the state Teaching hospital, General Hospital and others – do you think Anambra State need more separate isolation centres as a back-up in case of any reported cases?


You know, we are not praying for the pandemic to affect us here as it has sadly done in many parts of the world, but we must be ready. So far, if you look at the states that have created centres as separate entities, you will discover that they already have a handful of cases. It is, possibly, why they felt the need to develop these isolated centres. I must say I think it is a good idea. But how every state prioritises their resources to fight or prepare for this pandemic will differ. As Professor Kim Woo-Ju, the most prominent corona expert in South Korea said, country or regional demographics, culture, age distribution, availability of expertise and other factors have to be taken into account when combating Covid-19. I am not an expert, and I do not have all the facts, they, the state government are basing their actions on. But in Anambra, the government, as I said earlier, created some report centres across the state. So, establishing separate isolation centres, perhaps, may not be necessary at this point in time.

We need to focus on measures, which will restrict the spread of the virus. We need to make sure that if there are cases, they are identified and contained quickly. The state is already taking such preventative measures, and I hope they will go much further.

It may be too early to consider the efficacy of certain drugs being considered for repurposing solutions. But again, based on WHO recommended standards treatment for Covid-19, Anambra state also has credible quantities in stock of medicines such as HydroxyChloroquine and Azythromycine.

However, I say it again, we as individuals must play our part by adhering to all the advice, we have been given to help us maintain our personal hygiene and physical distance from one another. We must self-isolate from each other where appropriate and necessary.


4) Question:

In recent weeks, there have been some prominent Nigerians pointing the finger at this government or at Governor Obiano himself. The accusation is that he is not doing enough. Do you agree with them?


Look, I cannot speak for every other state in Nigeria. But as I have told you, I believe our Governor in Anambra has taken very positive steps. Perhaps I can point you to several communiqués from the state government so that your readers can judge for themselves.

The only thing I want to add is that we’re all in this war together – whether we know it or not. We are fighting a common enemy. An enemy that is threatening to derail our lives. We must, therefore, be united. No government or state can ever be ready enough, let alone be too prepared to face a pandemic of this nature. So, we must all play our part in this fight. We must keep encouraging and supporting our leaders. We must also learn how to be constructive in our critics to ensure we are in the best position we can be to fight this virus.

Some of the criticism I have heard or read about, I feel, is not constructive. Right now, we have to look forward. There is a serious enemy out there, and we cannot face it squarely if we’re busy backbiting. So, this is not a time to play politics – to take advantage of the situation to try and exact personal vendettas under the guise of being concerned about the threat we are facing. I am not saying all such criticism is politically motivated. Still, the Nigerian people, now more than ever, need their leaders to show real leadership and responsibility. I have lived in both the UK and the USA. Both countries have not experienced a crisis as dangerous as Covid-19, since the second world war. They are also facing unique challenges of their own in their fight to contain the pandemic. But when you look at the UK, you sense there is more unity and cooperation. Their leaders, you sense, are mostly putting aside their differences to beat this pandemic. I pray that our leaders and stakeholders will behave in the same way. We need to show the same sort of maturity to avoid using this pandemic to score political points. There is too much at stake.

As, Ndi Anambra and Ndigbo, we have the talent, as well as the innovative spirit and brilliant minds to overcome. Additionally, we have more than enough wealthy businessmen and women to produce many of the equipment and materials needed to fight this pandemic, and any future ones, in every corner of Nigeria.

AFA IGBO BU OFU celebrate Catholic mothers,

....... Supports Dr Mrs. Ebelechukwu Obiano's Call on Catholic Mothers to ensure Compliance with Coronavirus Guidelines.

The wife of Governor of Anambra State and founder of Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFE), an NGO, Her Excellency, Dr. (Mrs.) Ebelechukwu Obiano (Osodieme) has called on Catholic Women Organisation (CWO) to ensure compliance with Corona Virus prevention guidelines in the family. 
 
Dr. (Mrs.) Obiano made the plea in a special message in Awka to mark Mothering Sunday in the Catholic communion on 30th March 2020. She made this against the backdrop of the global pandemic consequent upon the outbreak and ravages of Corona Virus (Covid 19).
In her words:
"We are in uncertain and challenging times occasioned by the Coronavirus pandemic which has drastically altered our normal way of life. We should be celebrating on this special day, but we are called to put it off and shoulder the responsibility of ensuring the survival of our families and everyone by making sure we do the right things to avoid the threatening Covid-19 scourge."
Osodieme went ahead to say that, "as praying mothers, I have no doubt that once we observe the law to stay at home and practise basic hygiene;  once we kneel in prayers and supplication to our God Who is ever merciful, he would listen to our plea and spare our families. Let us therefore guide our home aright in this trying times and celebrate later."
 
Further more, Osodieme urged the mothers to pray for the Government and all medical professionals who are working hard to ensure our safety, saying, "Let us all stay safe and strong as good Christians in the knowledge that we will come out this present challenge stronger and prosperous in our families,  state and the nation."

Obiano Announces Welfare Package for Anambra People, Commended by Ohaneze and Town Union Chiefs

Four years after he became the first governor to articulate a stimulus package in the midst of Nigeria’s first recession in 25 years, Anambra’s Chief Willie Obiano has announced a welfare package to help ameliorate the economic hardship arising from measures to combat the Coronaravirus rampaging the world.

In a directive yesterday to the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Town Union Affairs, Mr Greg Obi, Governor Obi instructed that each of the 179 communities in the state be given 200 bags of the popular brand of Anambra Rice for distribution to people up to 60 years.

Though there are 179 communities in Anambra State, an additional 400 bags will be distributed because Onitsha and Obosi are given double of what every other community receives on account of their large populations.

The distribution will start on Wednesday.

“We will start with any community that first sends its list of elderly men and women in our society”, says the governor.

Chief Obiano has consequently asked the traditional ruler in every community and the president general of every town union as well as the women leader of the Association of Anambra Town Unions (ASATU) in the community to quickly send to the Ministry of Local and Chieftaincy Affairs a list of qualified men and women which has to be signed by them.

Chief Damian Okeke, president of the Anambra State branch of Ohaneze Ndigbo, the apex socio-cultural organization of the Igbo people, has lauded Governor Obiano for the new initiative which he called “a clear demonstration of solidarity with vulnerable groups in society in these hard times”.

In an interview with newsmen today, Chief Okeke said: “With various state governments locking down their states and with all markets in the state scheduled to be closed down from Monday to protect our people from the Coronavirus popularly known as COVID-19, it is imperative that something be done for these groups.

“We are not surprised that the state administration has done something to ameliorate the plight of the elderly because it has since coming into being six years ago shown an acute interest in the welfare of the people through prompt pension and salary payment and through the annual delivery of a bag of rice to all kinds of people, including all retirees”.

The gesture to the elderly has also earned praise from the president general of the Ihiala Progress Union (IPU), Chief Okey Chukwu.

In a statement in Enugu this morning, Chief Chukwu, an accountant, banker and entrepreneur, expressed delight “that Chief Obiano could provide for so many bags of rice at a time he is building Africa’s largest international conference centre with a 10,000-sitting capacity, which is scheduled to be ready this year, and also building perhaps Nigeria’s largest airport which, according to the Anambra State Council of Elders led by Chief Emeka Anyaoku, should be delivered in 15 months’ time.

“It is truly amazing that these capital intensive projects, among others, are being executed without a single bank loan.

“Developments like these ones make each of us proud to come from Anambra State”.

Signed

C. Don Adinuba

Commissioner for Information & Public Enlightenment.

Charleys:
How come no igbo man has contacted or died of this disease yet?

Are you praying for that to happen?. Well Enugu State has two case as of this morning.

Lastly, with no none case in anambra, why did the state shut down ?[/quote]Prevention is always better than cure, they say. Remember, when this whole coro wahala started in China, America and Britain were like, wetin come concern us, as na China de thing de hala, but today, ...............

Preparedness of Anambra State Government towards the COVID 19 pandemic- INFORMATION.
- By Sir Melie Onyejepu

1. On January 15th, the Ministry of Health in conjunction with other Public Health agencies went into Alert mode on the Lassa fever outbreak and between 19th-29th Jan, 2020 activated a response mode for both Lassa fever and Covid 19.

2.Immediately they commenced and activated surge contact tracing using trained surveillance teams in the 21 local Government councils of the state, hence monitoring and receiving calls from the public.

3.This early activation strategy assisted the state to follow up five (5) Chinese active cases that flew into the country and headed into the state on 25th January 2020, quarantined them and sent trained personnel daily for 2 weeks to monitor these active cases.
Afterwards they were given a clean bill of health.

4. On January 27th, NCDC declared the first index case; an Italian who flew into the country. Through the efforts of the Executive Governor, Anambra state was already in a response mode unlike most states.

5. The Ministry of Health, WHO and NCDC continue to train our personnel to ensure readiness.

6. Facility readiness
(i) Anambra state has identified and upgraded surge facilities in readiness for any surge arising from index and contact cases.
a. Emaculate Health Multispecial Hospital, Aguleri. b. NYSC camp (which is the biggest).
c. Nawgwu General Hospital.

(ii) The state has equally set up activation centers in:
a. General Hospital, Onitsha
b. Amaku Teaching Hospital
c. NAUTH, Nnewi (under collaboration).

7. Anambra state currently has over 500 protective kits with another 5,000 that will be ready by next week. Over 10,000 COVID 19 test kits will arrive in the state as well by early next week.

8. Ventilators - Currently, Anambra state has the following spread of ventilators which are critical machines in the management of COVID 19 patients:
a. Amaku Teaching Hospital - 4
b. St Joseph Hospital Adazi -2
c. Others include those in private and Federal Hospitals who are in collaboration with the state government.
d. NAUTH - 1
e. Life Hospital - 6
f. Crown hospital - 2
g. New Hope - 2

9. Based on WHO recommended standards treatment for COVID 19, Anambra state has credible quantities in stock of HydroxyChloroquine, Azythromycine, Augumentine and other valuable drugs for the management of the virus in case needed.

10. As the State is making serious efforts to ensure that they are ready and highly sensitive towards this public health menace, the major comparative strength and success Anambra is building lies on prevention which is very key in the containment of this sort of pandemic. This is a strategy the state used successfully in the containment of the Lassa fever outbreak few years ago.

11. A lot of commendable work has been done in the areas of developing a prevention and containment strategy which lies squarely in community risk mitigation which is not limited to an awareness campaign, shut downs, promoting hand washing in motor parks by providing facilities for such, enforcement etc.

The Governor who earlier announced the set up of an action committee on COVID-19 headed by himself, has assured the public of "his administration's determination to do it's best to preserve life and restore normalcy within the shortest possible time."

Happy Birthday, your Majesty.

On this auspicious day, we join you to celebrate your birthday we are ushering and offering our best wishes and humble prayers for Your Majesty’s long life and good health—and everlasting peace, prosperity and happiness in your great #Kingdom

May all your desires come true!
We wish you a very happy birthday..
#Long live the Igwe of #Nteje

© #AIBOMEDIA

COVID 19, AFA IGBO BU OFU COMMENDS NNEWI MONARCH FOR KEYING INTO GOVERNOR WILLIE OBIANO'S DIRECTIVES.:

Igwe Nnewi, Dr Keneth Orizu 111 Stops Receiving Visitors.

-Urges Nigerians To Stick to Govt Regulations.

As part of efforts aimed at curtailing the continued spread of the pandemic Coronavirus the Grand Patron Of Anambra State Council Of Traditional Rulers and the Igwe Of Nnewi Dr Kenneth Orizu 111, CON has restricted visitors and the referral of cases to the Palace Arbitration Panel for determination except on extreme emergencies.

According to a statement from the palace signed by Prince Obi Orizu there is also the restriction on visitors and suspension of the sittings of the Palace Arbitration Panels and the General suspension of usual meetings and all occasions involving more than 30 people at the Palace.

#stayathome#

Coronavirus: Anambra State Govt Announces 3 Isolation Centres

...creates additional Surge Centres

The Isolation Centres in Anambra State are:

1. Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital in Nnewi

2. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital in Awka

3. The General Hospital in Onitsha

Also, there are 3 Surge Centres:

1. The General Hospital in Ekwulobia

2. The General Hospital in Umueri

3. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital in Awka

The surge centres are created to absorb patients who may not be accommodated in the hospitals with Isolation Centres based on existing facilities.

Coronavirus is Real... Stay Home 2 Stay Alive!

We Happily felicitate with you ,the beautiful amazon of Otimkpili dynasty Mrs Chinelo Obidigwe, mmiri-mma Aguleri, as you celebrate your birthday today 24th of March 2020.

You have been very supportive to your heart throb Hon chief Benjamin' Chinedu Obidigwe, Akaomajideaku,The youth commander of Anambra politics and Member representing Anambra East and West Fedral constituency.

Mama ejima, you have always encouraged your husband to keep up his philanthropic gestures towards humanity most especially the Anambra youths.

We Happily wish you a very happy birthday celebration and pray that the good Lord will continue to bless, protect, provide and guide you, your family and all the people you hold dear.

Happy birthday Mama Ejima

God's choicest blessings on you the beautiful Amazon of Otimkpili dynasty.

From all of us
@AFAIGBOBUOFU

AFA IGBO BU OFU COMMENDS AKPOKUEDIKE GLOBAL FOR HIS PROMPT RESPONSE TO THE CORONA VIRUS PANDEMIC......

.......REMARKS BY THE GOVERNOR OF ANAMBRA STATE AT A PRESS BRIEFING ON WAYS OF CONTAINING COVID-19.


In response to the growing threat of the CoronaVirus Covid-19 pandemic, the Government of Anambra State has come out with the following measures to keep our people safe –

1. Civil servants in the state are hereby directed to proceed on a 14-day work-from-home with effect from Tuesday, March 24, 2020. However, any civil servant may be called upon at any given time to handle an urgent assignment as the case arises. This directive excludes all staff of Anambra State Ministry of Health workers and officers on essential duty.

2. All public gatherings are hereby suspended in Anambra State till further notice with effect from today, March 23, 2020. This includes traditional marriage ceremonies, community festivals, ofala festivals, masquerade festivals, Igbankwu nwanyi, funeral ceremonies, baby christening, new yam festivals, title-taking ceremonies and any meeting of more than 30 participants. Traditional rulers and President General of Communities must ensure full compliance or be held responsible.

3. All nursery, primary, secondary, vocational and tertiary schools are hereby closed with immediate effect. All academic and extra-curricular activities are hereby suspended.

4. All public transport operators are directed to submit the manifest of all passengers coming into Anambra State to the appropriate authorities with their names, phone numbers, residential addresses and final destination.

5. The general public is mandated to maintain a habit of frequent hand-washing with soap and water as well as use alcohol based hand sanitizers.

6. No Keke or tricycle rider should carry more than two passengers at a time.

7. Drivers of shuttle buses must not carry more than 3 passengers at a time.

8. Drivers of township and mini buses must not carry more than 5 passengers at a time.

9. The public is strongly advised to only visit the markets for essential commodities.

10. All night clubs are hereby closed until further notice. People should endeavor to sit at home.

11. Operators of bars and restaurants should not admit more than 30 customers at a time and must adhere strictly to the basic standards of social distancing. They must also provide hand-washing points and hand sanitizers for their customers. Any violation will attract immediate closure of the premises.

12. All persons returning to Anambra State from all countries of the world and states that have Covid-19 cases must go into self-isolation for 14 days and report.

13. Security Agencies have been directed to ensure full compliance.

14. Finally, we have constituted an Action Committee on Covid-19 headed myself to ensure and hands-on attention to the best was of containing this plague. The members of this committee are

1. Dr Vincent Okpala, Commissioner for Health

2. Mr C Don Adinuba

3. Dr Simeon Onyemaechi

4. Prof Igwegbe Anthony

5. Prof Oby Emelummadu

6. Dr Simon Ushie

7. Dr Basil Nwankwo

8. Dr Emmanuel Azuike

9. Dr Ifeoma Njelita

10. Dr Uche Onyejimbe

11. Dr Chijioke Obagha

12. Prof Maurice Iwu

13. Dr Joe Akabuike

14. Dr Ifeanyi Okoye

15. Dr Ernest Ifebi

16. Dr Chioma Ezenyimulu

17. Dr Onyeka Ibezim

18. Chidi Kanu

19. Rt. Hon Uche Okafor, Speaker Anambra State House of Assembly.

19. Prof Solo Chukwulobelu

20. Chief Primus Odili

21. Sir Uzu Okagbue

22. Chinedu Aniagboso

All calls related to suspected Covid-19 should be routed to Anambra Public Health Emergency Operation Center on 08030953771 and 08117567363.

I want to assure you that we are determined to do our best to preserve life and restore normalcy within the shortest possible time.

More guidelines on the best practices to be adopted shall be communicated as the need arises.

God bless Anambra State

God bless Nigeria

Willie Obiano
Governor

No Coronavirus in Anambra State

It has come to the knowledge of the Anambra State Government that one unknown person has posted on the social media a claim that seven persons have been infected with the Coronavirus in Onitsha. This information is completely false.

There is no case of COVID 19 in the state, let alone seven of them in Onitsha.

There is no medical doctor with the name of Frank Ndubuisi Obi who purportedly addressed the press on this phantom development in Onitsha.

The Nigerian Medical Association in Onitsha held no event ascribed to it in the fake news.

The Onitsha General Hospital has treated no one with the Coronavirus.

No tests of the Coronavirus have been conducted at the Onitsha General or any other hospital in the state.

And no laboratories in Onitsha or anywhere in the state have reported any case of the virus.

The Anambra State government has not cordoned off anywhere in Onitsha or any other place in the state over the Coronavirus.

While advising ndi Anambra State to always observe personal hygiene by washing their hands regularly for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, by using hand sanitizer, by keeping 6feet away from other persons, and by avoiding handshakes and embraces, the state government assures all and sundry of its preparedness to protect the life of everyone in the state.

God bless Anambra State, the Light of the Nation.

Signed

C. Don Adinuba
Commissioner for Information & Public Enlightenment.

HAPPY MOTHERING SUNDAY
OSODIEME GLOBAL!

Mummy you have given us (Ndi Anambra) so much, you have showed us undiluted love, blessed us, cared for us, you have even prayed for us, you have shown us a lot of appreciation, many a times you have interceded for us, you have fought for us, defended us, wiped away our sorrowful and emotional tears, encouraged us. You have always been there for us come rain, come shine.

Nne Omeogo, we have not forgotten about your loving kindness towards the down trodden and the widows, and how you gave back life to the lifeless amongst us, neither have we forgotten the numerous houses and the shelter you have given to many homeless widows.

Mummy, your current empowerment program through your pet project "CAFE" is second to none throughout the whole country.

NNEOMA, thanks a bunch for allowing the Almighty God to use you as a channel of blessings towards us.
Our prayer is that this Awesomely Awesome God will always delight in doing good things for you and your unique family.

HAPPY MOTHERING SUNDAY,
MAMA ANAMBRA.

from all of us
@ AFA IGBO BU OFU

Corona Virus: Practice Basic Hygiene

The wife of the Governor of Anambra State and founder of Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFE), Dr. (Mrs.) Ebelechukwu Obiano (Osodieme), has called on mothers to insist on basic hygiene practice especially at home to stem the spread of Corona Virus.

This plea was made in Awka today as part of sentization campaign on the threats of Corona Virus, and advocacy on what the citizens can do to stop it's spread.

Although the government has issued health advisory guidelines, you can see many of our people still acting ignorantly. Could you imagine that people still shudder when you refuse to shake their hands? Avioding such simple traditional gestures could make a big difference in the spread of this disease, yet our people tend to ignore the warning.

I am talking as a concerned mother. I urge our women to gird their loins at this critical period and manage the homefront by ensuring that everyone observes basic hygiene to safeguard family members. Some complain that sanitizers are now expensive. Thank God the use of running water and soap to wash hands for 20 seconds is still effective. Please adopt whichever suits you.

Teach your household things like:

♤ Don’t touch your nose mouth etc.
♤ No hand shakes, no embrace,
♤ Do not go out if you feel ill, when you feel cold, cough or headache please stay at home and do the hot water therapy."
Note that hot water therapy is simple:
Boil water add rob, aboniki, or any hot balm. Put the bucket or bowl on the floor, sit down near it (be careful not to spill it on yourself) use a blanket to cover yourself and the hot water and inhale and exhale for about 30 minutes. Repeat till you feel better. Drink warm water with slice of lemon or lime till you are well again.

If we all adhere to these basic healthy practices, we will surely avoid the worst.
Mothers were further enjoined to be prayerful and dedicate the wellbeing of our family to the hands of God Almighty. Assuredly that we will all have course to thank God for His mercies through this period of malady and adversity.

AFA IGBO BU OFU women's wing under the able leadership of Hon Amarachi (Golibe) held their Local Governments women Leader's meeting today at Awka.
They commenced with a wonderful and melodious, but full of divine messages songs for the first family of Anambra State.

It will be recalled that the Entire State and local government Exco of the group paid a message sending visit to Her Excellency, Chief Dr Ebelechukwu Obiano, ( Osodieme Global) at the country home of the first family of Anambra State at Aguleri, where the first lady welcomed and endorsed the group officially.

Open the link below to listen to the songs.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08L7aj0qEeM

Members of the AFA IGBO BU OFU MOVEMENT, (AIBO), has commended His Excellency, the action Governor of Anambra State, Chief Dr Sir Willie M. Obiano Akpokuedike Global, over the proactive steps he has in place to ensure that Ndi Anambra are safe from the devastating effects of the Coronavirus epidemic ravaging the whole world, as part of his administration's primary duty to protect the life of everyone in the State.
It will be recalled that His Excellency earlier this week rolled out some measures to be taken to by all that will help us checkmate the spread of this CONVID-19.
Some of the measures to be taken, includes the directive to all the schools, both public, private and mission schools in the State to close on or before the 27th of March,2020 till further notice.
The suspension of all manner of public gathering that will have up to 30 persons in attendance, with effects from Monday, 23rd March 2020.
He also directed all markets, hotels and restaurants in the State to make sure that they provide hand washing stations and sanitizers at their various entry points.
The AIBO members rising from their monthly meeting, unanimously agreed that truly and indeed, WILLIE IS NOT ONLY WONDERFULLY, WILLINGLY WORKING, but he is also CONFIDENTLY AND POSITIVELY CARING.

ANAMBRA STATE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19) PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY BY HIS EXCELLENCY, GOVERNOR WILLIE M. OBIANO

(1) PUBLIC GATHERING

All public gathering is banned ‪from 23rd March 2020‬ until further notice .
 
(2) MARKETS

Traders and Ndi Anambra who go to the markets should wash their hands frequently, with soap and water for at least 20 seconds and allow it to air dry.

The use  of hand sanitizers is strongly recommended if the hands are not visibly dirty.

Hand shaking, hugging and all other forms of contact salutation is strongly discouraged.

A distance of 6-feet should be maintained between customers and traders.

Leadership of the markets are advised to buy infra - red  thermometer to test any cases of their member or customer falling sick in the market.

(3) TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS

Students of Anambra tertiary institutions must proceed on vacation effective 20th of March 2020 until further notice.

(4) PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS

All inter-house sports competitions are hereby suspended until further notice.

The management of all schools in the state must provide hand wash stations at entrance of all schools. They must ensure that all students and visitors wash their hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, allowing their hands to air-dry. It is desirable for parents to provide hand sanitizers for their wards.

DAY STUDENTS

Management of all schools must on arrival to school, take the temperature of their day students. Temperatures above 37.9 degrees Celsius must be reported to the nearest hospital.
 
BOARDING STUDENTS

Schools management are encouraged to take the temperature of their boarding students at least once every day. Temperatures above 37.9 degrees Celsius must be reported to the nearest hospital.

All Primary and Secondary Schools in Anambra State  must go on indefinite vacation effective 27th March 2020.
 
(5) RESIDENTS

All residents in Anambra state are advised to avoid handshaking, hugging and all other forms of contact salutation.

They are to avoid unnecessary travels.

Every body must keep a reasonable social distance when conversing with each other.

All residents returning from countries and states with active COVID-19 cases, must self-isolate for 14-days and contact the Anambra state Public Health Emergency Operation Center immediately (PHEOC). During self-isolation they must take their temperatures twice daily.

PHEOC numbers are ‪080309531; 08145434416;0810446408‬. 

 
(6) HOTELS, EATERIES AND NIGHTCLUBS

All hotels must provide a handwash station and sanitizers. Guests are encouraged to wash their hands with soap and running water for at least 20 seconds.

Management of all hotels must take the temperature of guests and visitors with a non-contact infra-red thermometer.

Temperatures over 37.9 degrees Centigrade must be reported to the PHEOC.

Management of all hotels, restaurants and nightclubs must check the temperature of all their staff on daily basis.  Staff with temperature more than 37.9 degrees Centigrade should not be allowed to serve and must report to the hospital.

Restaurants must avoid overcrowding patrons at the table. Hotels are encouraged to maintain a database of their guests.
 
(7) LUXURIOUS BUSES

All luxurious bus owners and operators must maintain a travel manifest for inbound and outbound passengers to Anambra state.

All luxurious bus owners must maintain hand wash stations and provide hand sanitizers in their buses.

Passengers are encouraged to wash their hands with soap and running water.

All intrastate buses are encouraged to have hand sanitizers in their buses and encourage passengers to use same.

GOVERNMENT HOUSE, AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE, THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2020.

State and Local Govt EXCOS of AFAIGBOBUOFU pays a Statement making visit to Her Excellency, the first lady of Anambra State, Chief Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano, Osodieme Global.

12th March 2020, a very remarkable date in Afaigbobuofu movement as
Her Excellency Chief Dr Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano Osodieme global,Wife of the executive Governor of Anambra state Chief Dr Sir Willie Obiano Akpokuedike global officialy Endorsed Afaigbobu ofu movement @ her crystal country home Agulueri.
Her Excellency thanked the leaders and members of AFAIGBOBUOFU movement and implored them to remain stead fast and focus with the vision and objectives of the movement and that of Ndi Igbo

She further explained that Apga has come to stay in Anambra and also maintained that Ndi Igbo should guard their only party with every desire.
She applauded the courage and vigour of the movement innitiators and expressed happiness over the movements activities so far. She assured AFAIGBOBUOFU movement of her support and partnership.
She further gifted members of Afaigbobuofu pieces of APGA cloths and ended by imploring the movement to go grass root and spread the good news.

Reacting after her speech, the founder and national leader of AFaigbobuofu movement, Hon Onyedika Chukwuma(Aco Barry UK) thanked her Excellency for all the good humanitarian services she has been rendering to Ndi Anambra and assured her in strong terms that AFAIGBOBUOFU movement is for Ndi Igbo and therefore since APGA is an Igbo party, the connection of the two is sacrosanct and non negotiable.

It was indeed a powerful statement making visit.

6th Anniversary: Senator Umeh Commends Governor Willie Obiano

“No doubt, Governor Willie Obiano has done very well in the provision of various Infrastructures in Anambra State!

“I have been here over the years and therefore in a position to compare and contrast! When everything is put together in all the Sectors for everybody to see, his Record will be difficult to beat!

“May the Almighty God help him to achieve his remaining Goals for the State in the remaining two years of his administration!”

—Senator Dr. Victor Umeh , KSJI, KSS, OFR.

Akpokuedike Aguleri Dalu

Exemplary And Purposeful Leadership In Anambra

Exemplary And Purposeful Leadership In Anambra


No doubt, even a blind man can see that Anambra state has been so transformed in the last six years in which Governor Willie Obiano has piloted the affairs of the state. This is partly because a good leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way. Above all, according to the scripture, when the righteous is in authority, the people rejoice. Since Obiano was sworn-in on March 17, 2014, he has shown that leadership runs in his blood. Thus, he has been exhibiting welfarist leadership in Anambra.

Beacons are visible and the performance indicators show that Akpokuedike is God sent. The picturesque new Awka with dazzling motorways and gleaming flyovers announce the birth of hope. The influx of investors leading to the attraction of over 5 billion dollar-worth of investments shows that Obiano has been making bold efforts to transform Anambra.

Same goes for the increase in and prompt payment of workers’ salaries and pensions when most states owe months of salary arrears. Graciously, the alert Governor and the Most Worker-Friendly Governor in Nigeria has been living up to his promise of paying salaries by 25th of every month. Anambra under Obiano is the only state to have severally increased workers’ salaries across board in the last six years and is equally the only state in Nigeria to have yearly given a bag of rice to every worker and pensioner in the state. The governor is also paying special allowances to teachers in hard to reach areas and those teaching special courses.

The state is leading in security, agriculture and education, while industrialization is doing well. The impressive growth in Internally Generated Revenue to make up for the drying allocation from the federation account as well as the offer of scholarships to thousands of students is exemplary.

Truth be told; Governor Willie Obiano has shown a great leadership trait that deserves an applause and encouragement. His vision of making Anambra State the first choice investment destination and the most preferred location to site new industries and his MISSION of creating a socially stable, business-friendly environment that will attract both indigenes and foreigners to seek wealth creating opportunities in Anambra State, indicate a perfect assessment of the needs of Ndi Anambra and their capacity to achieve them.

And in keeping with his usual drive for excellence, Sir Willie has achieved his promises, especially his four Cs – Continue, Complete, Commission, Commence new projects. Hence, Obiano has not abandoned any project from his predecessor. There is massive construction of new legacy projects such as roads, bridges, international conference centre and provision of road infrastructure such traffic lights in different parts of the state, thus making Anambra number one in terms of road network in the country. Night life has returned to Anambra, thanks to the glimmering street lights in all communities, making it a one-community-state.

The Obiano administration also introduced a health insurance scheme, ASHIA, in collaboration with the European Union, EU, in order to enhance the living standards of the citizenry. This scheme provides healthcare to people, almost free, including laboratory, drugs and surgery. Akpokuedike constructed the biggest oxygen plant at COOU Teaching Hospital, Amaku Awka as well as equipped the hospital with modern health facilities and personnel.

Again, for the first time in the country, a government started a people- oriented program known as “Community Choose Your Project Initiative.” Under this arrangement, each of the one hundred and eighty-one communities in the state was given twenty million naira to execute any project of its choice. With this development, no community has been denied direct democracy dividends by the government. The third phase of the scheme is currently on going

Equally, there is hardly another state that has established socio-economic outfit akin to the Anambra State Investment Promotion and Protection Agency, ANSIPPA and Anambra State Small Business Agency, ASBA, in order to attract investors, and empower small and medium scale entrepreneurs. Sir Willie attracted Appeal Court to Anambra, 29 years after the creation of the state. Anambra is today the safest state in Nigeria and the only state in Africa to install Close Circuit television, CCTV in major towns and cities across the state. This gesture bestowed Anambra the honour of hosting, for the first time in South East, the just concluded 12th Biennial Police Games.

Governor Obiano celebrated the final burial rites of our dead brothers and sisters during the Nigeria/Biafra war, tagged OZOEMEZINA. Akpokuedike also enrolls all the war veterans and former Rangers players into the health insurance scheme of the state. Apart from appointing the Ex-Rangers into sensitive political positions, Governor Obiano pays all of them monthly emolument, despite their state of origin.

For all these rare and outstanding achievements of Governor Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano, Akpokuedike Global has received numerous awards and encomiums, the latest being Knight Commander of the Pontifical Order of Saint Gregory the Great from Pope Francis. At six, the best Ndi Anambra can do is to continue to support his government by being alive to their civic responsibilities. Bravo, your Excellency; ride on.