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PRINCE EMEKA KALU (MAGIC FINGERS) PRESENTS HIS MANIFESTO TO BECOME RATTAWU PRESIDENT

*RATTAWU NDC*
"GOMBE 2025" JULY 15TH -17TH

We present to you, the Team *PEKMAGIC-ZURMI PRESIDENTIAL MANIFESTO* aka "MANDATE WITH A DEADLINE"

*OUR WORD!*
*OUR ACTION!!*
*OUR BOND!!!*

1. *RATTAWU-THE LARGEST UNION FOR MEDIA AND CULTURAL WORKERS IN NIGERIA, MUST BE A MEMBER OF NLC NAC BY UPPING OUR DELEGATES STRENGTH THROUGH UNCONVENTIONAL CAPACITIES AND CAPABILITY*
To reposition the Union, restoring her prime status in the comity of Trade Unions, as the largest Union for Media and Cultural Workers in Nigeria, maintaining the status, by symbolically upping our Delegates Strength to ensure Elective Representation at the NLC NAC, as prominent affiliate of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Frontline Member Union of the Global Unies, our International Partners (foreign and local affiliates).

2. *CONTINUITY - THE GLOBAL TRADITIONAL HALLMARK OF UNION'S STABILITY, GROWTH AND PROGRESS;*
To uphold all progress oriented, standard labour friendly policies and Programmes of the pasts, improving where necessary, to ensure continuity, stability, growth and progress, for the overall development of Our Great Union RATTAWU, bc instability of leadership and inconsistencies of policies are the bane of Industrial Unions, organisations and establishments.So,"Continuity is very Key" in Our Great Union RATTAWU.

3.*ACCOUNTABILITY, FRUGALITY AND PRUDENCE - THE SACROSANCTITY OF NLC 10% REMITTANCE, INTRA ORGAN REBATE & RATTAWU ASSETS MONITORING CUM RECOVERY NATIONAL ROVING CREW*
To uphold, revive, rebrand, rebuild, improve on, or maintain our intra cum inter Union relations, dignity, integrity, image and reputation, priority attention will be paid to accountability and prudent management of resources, statutorily reflecting frugality, prudence and accountability, prioritising timely remittances of percentages, statutory
dues and rebates, to both the umbrella-Parent Centre (the NLC), our International/Local Partners cum Affiliates and the various Internal Organs of Our Great Union RATTAWU.

Same way, we shall use the leadership instrumentality of the National Secretariat, to enforce total compliance with payment of already approved allowances like weigh-in, unreleased check offs
dues of the Union, by some establishments and Governments, as experience, has shown that leaving such Chapters or State leaderships as the case may be, to face and confront their Employers (Managements and Governments) at points of default, often negatively expose such Union Officers, to danger and risk of victimisation by some overzealous anti-union political appointees managing such establishments.
So,a high profile Roving National Assets Monitoring, Recovery and Intervention Crew, will be inaugurated and empowered from the start.

4. *STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AND CRITICAL ENGAGEMENTS, DEVIATION FROM SOLE RELIANCE ON CONVENTIONAL CHECK OFF DUES: LEVERAGING ON GOOD CONTACTS AND CONNECTIONS TO GROW THE UNION - ACTUALIZING THE RATTAWU ESTATE & CAR LOANS INITIATIVE;*
To build a Union of global recognition and competitiveness, through strategic partnerships and critical engagements.
Under our watch, total reliance on Statutory Dues, would be a thing of the past, as projects would be self funded, while statutorily deploying the Union dues, we would be exploring the Goodwill Packages of Interventions from our
public spirited and affluent Collage of Friends cum Associates.
Leveraging on the philanthropic Interventions from and Partnerships of such individuals, corporate entities and government agencies would help us establish the much needed RATTAWU Low Cost Housing Estate, Radio, TV etc through where we would be diversifying and partly running a production than a single income based consumption economy, just as our links, contacts and connections with Indigenous Auto Manufacturing Firms, would be hugely explored for Soft Auto Loans to our members (in particular) and Employees of the Union (in General), whose records at their places of work, certify them "qualified" for such Loan Exercises.


5. *EDUCATION AS THE TOOL FOR RATTAWU REVIVAL AND DEVELOPMENT- ROLE OF THE RTI;*
To make RATTAWU a reputable corridor of cut-edge technology driven Trade Union, using the instrumentality of World Class Training Institutes (local and international), establishing a functional RATTAWU Training Institute (RTI), as enshrined in function vi page 4, of the Union's Constitution, hence becoming a Centre of Excellence, where "Education (grassroot mobilization, public enlightenment and sensitisation)," would be used as a tool, for the overall revival, development and growth of Our Great Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union (RATTAWU) Member and Staff.

6. *LEADERSHIP OF INCLUSIVITY: HARMONIOUS INDUSTRIAL BONDING -THE RATTAWU MEMBER/SECRETARIAT STAFF MUTUALITY & CROSS POLLINATION OF RELATIONSHIPS*
To run a welfare based leadership of inclusivity, where employees of the Union and each RATTAWU member's welfare, would be prioritised through systemic remuneration and allowances, sporadic appraisals and promotions,
for optimum ownership - spirited - performance, commitment and production based service delivery among the Staff and members, for positive bonding.
A happy and committed workforce, is less acrimonious, eschews indolence, but shows unconditional love to the Union, commitment to her activities, projects and programmes, mutual respect for one another observing hierarchy within and outside the work places, maintaining self discipline and carriage of self esteem, sincerity of purpose and loyalty to leaderships at all level, thereby, fostering overall industrial harmonious co-existence and bonding of RATTAWU Members and Staff.

7. *ENHANCED WELFARE AND WELLBEING PACKAGES - THE SPECIAL MEDIA AND CULTURAL WORKERS SALARY STRUCTURES;*
To struggle for enhanced welfare and special wellbeing packages for members of the Union (in particular) and the waged workers (in general), encouraging excellence amongst the Union Members and Staff, cum timetous remittances of statutory deductions, (as and when due), bc a properly remunerated workforce, exudes happiness, which guarantees
patriotism, promotes hard work, encourages excellence and efficient service delivery, also breeding enhanced productivity, stemming from glaring ownership spirits, commitment to work, as well as inducing the display of individual creativity, innovativeness, self confidence, ethical conducts, team spirit
and hard work that breeds positive results.
It's become worrisome, that our Members in some Industrial Unions, are enjoying Special Sectoral Wages namely; CONHESS, TSS etc, but our great Union RATTAWU is yet to, this is inspite of the Essential Service status and overall sacrificial role played daily by RATTAWU Members across the Country, our take home pays remain nothing to comparatively write home about.
To this end, having participated in the clamour and pursuit of the agitated Special Media Salary Structure in the past and as currently being pursued, we shall in partnership with relevant agencies and stakeholders, reinvigorate the pursuit, with serious but quiet intensity, that'll be riveting towards achieving the much needed "Special Media Salary Structure"
Same way, we shall initiate a Special Package for the Cultural Workers.
Since our Culture , Custom and Traditions are Our ways of life, incoming PEKMAGIC-ZURMI leadership will press to ensure that each State Government establishes a functional Council for Arts and Culture, to further ensure Our Tradition and Culture do not go into extinction in the near future.

8. *CONSTITUTION REVIEW, TO REST TRADE GROUP IMBROGLIO: STEPPING DOWN THE 113TH ILC GENEVA EXPERIENCE - RATTAWU GLOBAL RELEVANCE*
As one who in over a dozen years ago (Awka 2011), hosted the Constitution Review Conference that amended the RATTAWU Constitution and produced the one currently in use today, bc we love to act in conformity with Constitutional provisions and within the tenets of extant laws, we would be initiating via fresh Constitution Amendment Conference, the Review of moribund labour laws and bring Our Great Union RATTAWU to speed with all the New and Relevant Laws provisions and policies of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), reached at the just concluded 113th International Labour Conference (ILC), where the World Labour Leaders, Government, Policy Makers and Implementers (Myself Included Live), converged on the United Nations in Geneva Switzerland.
The current Constitution will be reviewed in partnership with relevant stakeholders drawn from different divides within and beyond the Union, pursuant to a more United RATTAWU, where all Members would bond as one Indivisible entity, so that "a RATTAWU United, can never be divided"

9. *CELEBRATING RATTAWU @50 WITH RATTAWU RADIO & TV/ KEEPING THE LEGENDS ALIVE;*
To use the tool of critical thinking to accelerate the growth and development of the union through innovative programs that are specifically targeted at wealth creation and income generation.
In today's highly competitive world, riddled by unbridled survival instincts, most Industrial Unions have realised that Unions would hardly survive with sole reliance on incomes from the Statutory Check Off Dues, hence, the current wave of income diversification amongst Unions.
On the part of RATTAWU as we near our Golden Jubilee Anniversary (almost 50Yrs old), the incoming PEKMAGIC-ZURMI leadership will explore our strategic partnerships to facilitate the acquisition of Licences and Equipment for the establishment of RATTAWU Radio, TV, to further strengthen our Culture for global showcase and also generate income for the Union.
Establishing RATTAWU Owned Radio, Television Stations are projects long overdue.
Such platforms when established as owned by the Union, would not only create job opportunities for our young teaming Graduates of Mass Communications, Theatre Arts etc, to members who, out of Employers' victimisation, had their
services cut short abruptly, including our veterans (ex members),who retired but not tired, those would explore the platform to still showcase their talents, sweet voices to the Microphones and remarkable faces to the Screens, with our Cultural Theatre and Veterans of the Performing Arts, displaying their memorable skills to their fanbase of followers and admirers.

*UNIONISATION/END TO THE POACHING OF RATTAWU MEMBERS:*
The comprehensive Unionisation of Workers in Private Radio and Television Outfits, had lingered for long, but we would make it a foregone task that must be achieved, to ensure that every Private Radio and Television Worker, belongs to RATTAWU and all that operate wherever Our Constitution stipulates, would be unionized according to constitutional provisions and extant laws of the land.
In the reverse side of the coin, poaching of our Members by other Unions not stipulated for our membership by the Registration that established RATTAWU, would be constitutionally stopped once we take Office.
We should barr such Unions, from the inglourious poaching act and our hitherto poached members, brought back to the RATTAWU fold.
Also, under our watch, no unregistered Trade Union, would operate parallelly, to water the strength of our Union in any establishment (RATTAWU Chapters),
where Our members operate.

11. *INTRA CONFLICT RESOLUTION MECHANISM/ ADVISORY COUNCIL/ EX SERVICE ENGAGEMENT;*
To among other Standing Committees, establish the Truth and Reconciliation Committee, where "Hidden Facts (if any)" would be unearthed solutions proffered/suggested on ways forward for the progress of the Union made.
Aggrieved members who feel injured, those who nurse grievances or otherwise, could channel their grievances, seek redress, and get misgivings amicably resolved, while any who is hitherto ousted, could appeal for review, aiming at possible reabsorption into the fold by the requisite leadership Organ of the Union.

a) An Advisory Council of Past Leaders, will be constituted, empowered and made functional to carry out it statutory advisory role.

b) Also worthy of note, is that while PEKMAGIC-ZURMI may not be interested in disengaging any current employee of the Union, whenever vacancies exit and advertised in the Union, our Retired Officers would also be encouraged to apply for appointments or contracts into such advertised vacant positions they may be found still relevant or useful to the Union.

12. *CONVENTIONAL & NEW MEDIA VISIBILITY: TOOL FOR SEAMLESS RATTAWU ADMINISTRATION:*
In this IT Savey Era, information passage is very Key to every individual and organisation's existence.
Our Great Union RATTAWU, inspite of our Frontline Role as Image Makers and Proper Information Dissemination and Communication Gurus, misinformation, disinformation and communication gaps, have dealt a big blow on our harmonious co-existence and rather contributed immensely in dividing us.
To this end, we shall embrace holistic rebranding, reorientation and all round visibility, by hoisting a functional Website, showing active presence on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Instagram, all Social Media Publicity and E Communication Platforms, such that the Union will be syndicating stories and interfacing live events from all nooks and crannies, and every organ of the Union, such that you may not necessarily need to put a call across to get an information, as you'll just surf the net.
Every activity of the Union, whether at Chapter, State, Zonal or National level, would be made visibly live on all Social Media Platforms and watched live at the National Secretariat, States or Chapters.

Together, we can work for a better and an assured future of a greater RATTAWU.

*MISSION STATEMENT:*
To have a Union whose members are exceptional, exposed, enlightened, highly Professional and self reliant, restoring our integrity in the comity of Trade Unions, as one with elitist membership and the largest Union for Media and Cultural Workers in Nigeria

_While resolving to render welfare oriented service, where every RATTAWU Member and those under the Union's employ, would have deep sense of belonging, satisfaction and commitment, oozing from Ownership Spirits, RATTAWU Members would parade themselves with the confidence, boldness and pride of belonging to the largest Union for Media and Cultural Workers in Nigeria._

_Our Union shall become a centre of excellence, where leadership retreats , education based workshops, seminars and conferences, would be utilsed as a tool, for the total and overall development of the individuals RATTAWU Member or Staff_

E-Signed

*Prince Emeka Kalu (Magic Fingers)*
*RATTAWU NDC (Gombe 2025) Presidential Candidate*

Police Operatives in Anambra State on 15th June 2025 by 9.30am acting on intelligence-driven information foiled a cult initiation ceremony at Nawfia, Njikoka Local Government Area.

During the raid, the team arrested six suspects and recovered one Jojef pump action gun, two live cartridges, one golden coloured Lexus SUV with Reg No: ATN 202 AE, two cutlasses, two scissors, one cap with inscription of the Supreme Vikings confraternity, some charms, hard substance and other incriminating items.

A Press Statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer Tochukwu Ikenga said the suspects include, Nwadike Chibuike, Anierobi Precious and Raphael Ebube.

Others suspects are Ezechi Benjamin, Okafor Chidera, and Chiema Okoye, all males between 20 and 30 years old.

The Statement says that they are currently undergoing Police interrogation to get more insight into their modus operandi, after which the Case will be charged to Court on the conclusion of the investigations.

The Command while noting the connection between cultism and other serious crimes, remains committed to actively working to combat cultism and other related crimes in the State.

ANAMBRA POLICE EXPRESS SADNESS OVER AN UNFORTUNATE INCIDENT THAT RESULTED IN THE DEATH OF A POLICE INSPECTOR IN AWKA

The Anambra State Police Command has expressed sadness over the unfortunate incident that resulted in the death of Police Inspector ,Okolie Amechi in Awka.

A Press Statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga says the incident, which occurred on the evening of June 15, 2025, was allegedly due to an accidental discharge by his 10-year-old son.

The son unaware of the state of the AK 47 rifle assigned to the Inspector, pulled the trigger and struck the Inspector on the back and his second child on the hand.

Regrettably, Inspector Amechi was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty at the hospital, while the second victim was said to be responding to treatment.

The Statement notes that meanwhile, the AK47 rifle has been recovered while the remains of the deceased have been deposited in the morgue.

The Command while wishing the second victim a quick recovery, condoles with the family and friends of the late Inspector.

Mrs Soludo donates blood to save lives.

The Wife of the Anambra state Governor , Mrs Nonye Soludo has encouraged members of the public to be in the habit of donating blood to save lives.

According to her, donating blood is still a very noble and selfless thought.

She stated this shortly after donating blood to commemorate the World Blood Donor Day.

She said It is a sacred act of charity and a genuine gesture of sacrifice.

The first lady said " Whenever you can, donate to save a life. Every life saved as a result of your sacrifice is worth it.

Mrs Soludo noted that donating blood to save someone’s life isn’t a sin or wasteful choice but a gesture of true love and simple compassion.

While encouraging for more people to donate blood , she also enjoined the donors not to forget to be hale and hearty.

Washington Memorial Grammer School Onitsha through to ANSSI school competition zonal finalists.

By Chidubem Okereke.

Washington Memorial Grammar School, Onitsha in excitements and hopes lead others in Onitsha zone school soccer event of the Anambra Sports Solution Initiative (ANSSI) grassroots development in Anambra North zonal semi-finals.

Washington Memorial Grammar School at Justice Ikpeazu Stadium, Onitsha on Friday produced finalists in both u-18 Boys and girls. The boys' team came from 1-0 down earlier to defeat hard fighting Modebe Memorial Sch, Onitsha 4-1.
The girls had already qualified to play against Inland Girls Sec. Sch. in the finals, and the boys against Community Sec. Sch., Iyiowa for the decider to represent Onitsha zone.

Metropolitan Sec. Sch. will play against Modebe Memorial Sec. Sch.,Onitsha in the u-14 finals. The boys' u-12 finals is all Okpoko schools affair as Okpoko Primary School 13 will battle Okpoko Primary School 3 on Tuesday next week for a team to represent the zone.

Justina Okoli, Coordinator for Onitsha zone elated by the enthusiasm of the participants, said the aim of the ANSSI's school sports program had enlivened the youths zeal in active sports participation.

"It is instrumental in discovering and nurturing young talent across the state," she said.

Emmanuel Oranu, Modebe school coach, pained by the Washington boys defeat in the u-18 category, said it lost to a better prepared school team.

"We are not at our best. We played better in the first half, but lost focus and blow all our chances in the second half of the game.

"The defeated this school in the last two years, we are going home to work harder next year," he said.

ANSSI Zonal Round: CSS Orsumoghu , Harvester, Boys Secondary school Orafite Advance to Final.

The Anambra Sports Solution Initiative's grassroots development program is gaining momentum, with the Anambra South Zonal round producing finalists for the upcoming state championships. Exciting semi-final matches were played across various age categories at Nnewi High School Nnewi, paving the way for Tuesday next week thrilling clashes.

U14 Male Semi-Finals:
- Boys Secondary School Oraifite defeated Seat of Wisdom 1-0
- Harvester FC thrashed St Martin's Nnewi 3-0
Harvester FC and Boys Secondary School Oraifite advance to the U14 Male Final.

U18 Male Semi-Finals:
- Community Secondary School Orsumoghu edged out St Michael Ozubulu 1-0
- CSS Oraifite won 4-2 against Union Secondary School Amaichi
Community Secondary School Orsumoghu and CSS Oraifite advance to the U18 Male Final.

U18 Female Final:
- _Santa Maria_ claimed the only available spot, defeating Abot Ihiala 2-1

Finals and State Qualification:
The U14 Male and U18 Male finals will take place on Tuesday, June 17th. The winners will represent Anambra South Zone at the Anambra State Finals.

Volleyball
Anambra South Zone has already secured representation in the State Volleyball Finals with:
- St Patrick Secondary School Ihiala (Male U14)
- Harvester School Nnewi (Female U14)
- Union Secondary School Amachi (Female U18)

The Anambra Sports Solution Initiative's school sports program is instrumental in discovering and nurturing young talent across Anambra State.

Correspondent reports that the Anambra South football finals coming up on Tuesday 17th will determine which teams will compete for state glory.

Governor Soludo Approves Release Of N6.154 billion Counterpart Funds For 2022, 2023, 2024 State’s UBE Matching Grant.


Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State has approved the release of N6.154 billion counterpart funds for the 2022, 2023 and 2024 State’s Universal Basic Education (UBE) matching grant.

The State Chairman of Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Vera Nwadinobi, disclosed this to journalists in Awka on Friday.

Dr Nwadinobi said the funds released by the Anambra government would enable the state to access an equivalent amount from the Universal Basic Education Commission.

According to her, UBEC will make the sum of N12.308 billion available for another round of UBE Intervention projects by this development.

“The projects to be executed include the construction of new classrooms, renovation of dilapidated ones, supply of furniture, and installation of water and sanitation facilities, in basic education (primary and Junior secondary) schools across the state.

“The funds will also be used to provide perimeter fencing, information and communication technology equipment, agricultural education tools, and sports facilities to enhance teaching and learning in our school environments,” she said.

Dr Nwadinobi commended the governor for his unwavering support of the board and his consistent commitment to improving education service delivery in the state.

SOLUDO: PRESIDENT TINUBU RESCUED THE ECONOMY FROM THE TIPPING POINT, RETURNED PUBLIC FINANCE TO SOLVENCY.

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has declared that President Bola Tinubu's administration salvaged Nigeria's public finances from the brink of collapse.

In an address delivered on June 12 at The Platform Nigeria, hosted by Pastor Poju Oyemade and The Covenant Nation, Governor Soludo praised President Tinubu's economic reforms. He called for a nationwide ethical and ideological rebirth to drive sustainable national development.

Speaking on the theme "Rebuilding Our Nation," Soludo urged political parties across the country to unite along ideological lines as a first step toward a new, issue-based political culture.

"The audacious structural reforms embarked upon by the current administration of HE Bola Ahmed Tinubu have rescued the economy from the tipping point.

"The endorsements by the World Bank, IMF, London Financial Times, rating agencies—Fitch, Moody's, are well deserved.

"Many people know that I made a living criticising the World Bank and the IMF. As Governor of Anambra, I have even rejected a World Bank loan because of the terms. On the trajectory of the current economic reforms, the World Bank, etc, are largely right. Funny enough, when these institutions criticise the government, some people use them to validate their criticisms, but when the same institutions give a positive report, they are derided as "neoliberal, out-of-touch institutions".

"In 2023, I had described the state of the economy when this government assumed office as akin to a standing dead horse, and public finance was about to tip from solvency, with potentially catastrophic consequences, including possible mass retrenchment of workers and/or arrears of salaries and pensions. Public finance is back on a solvency path, and macro fundamentals are recovering positively," Soludo said.

Acknowledging the broad spectrum of expert opinions on Nigeria's economic outlook, Soludo urged public commentators to adopt a more rigorous, evidence-based approach to economic critique.

"Many analysts have interesting 'opinions', but I urge them to go deeper: conduct rigorous counterfactual analysis and provide credible alternatives! As a friend said recently, the task is always easy, especially if you are not the one doing it," he said.

While recognising that the list of proposed national reforms, from constitutional restructuring and security to infrastructure and anti-corruption, is extensive, the former CBN Governor emphasised that the critical issue is how to implement such reforms effectively within a resource-constrained and unequal society.

Beyond the economy, the Anambra governor, who is also the leader of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, stressed that Nigeria's future rests on the character and values of its citizens, not just leadership.

He called for a nationwide ethical renewal and strategic investment in the Nigerian people to inspire patriotism and selfless service.

"We must deliberately create a critical mass of 'new Nigerians'—who believe in her and are ready, if necessary, to die for her.

"The struggle for liberation from colonialism would not have been possible without the nationalists of the time, and the current struggle to liberate her from underdevelopment cannot be sustainable with 'neo-nationalists' of today.
"No nation has prospered sustainably without a critical mass of patriotic, vigilant and actively participatory citizenry," he said.

The governor lamented the erosion of Nigeria's traditional values of hard work, integrity, and enterprise, warning against a growing national culture that glorifies unearned wealth and shortcuts to success:

"The 'culture' that celebrates and expects something for nothing or wealth without work must give way to a culture that rewards and celebrates hard work, enterprise and integrity. In a society where no one asks/cares about sources of livelihood or where most people expect and celebrate unearned/free money, transactional governance will always trump transformational leadership."

Soludo pointed to recent Federal and Anambra state government initiatives as foundational investments that could foster a new generation of patriotic citizens.
These include the federal government's NELFUND student loan scheme, Anambra's One Youth, Two Skills program, and increased spending on free education and healthcare.

"The shortest answer is to give the citizens stakes in the society by investing in their future… These programs excite the youths/students and could hopefully create 'stakeholders' in future projects," he said.

He called for a national effort to combat widespread beliefs in magical wealth, saying this mindset must be legislated against, tackled through education, and countered through cultural influence, particularly in the media.

"It is my thesis that a society where no one asks/cares about sources of livelihood or where most people expect and celebrate unearned/free money is one where transactional governance will always trump transformational leadership."

Emphasising the need for unity around progressive values and the ideological realignment of Nigeria's political order, the governor said:

"We must break this vicious 'culture' and intentionally promote ethical-value rebirth. This is a national emergency requiring urgent national conversation."

Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President

(Information & Strategy)

The Governorship Candidate of the Labour Party,Chief George Moughalu says he is in the Anambra governorship race to defeat the incumbent .

Moughalu who stated this in Awka during an interaction with ward Chairmen, Councillors and Women leaders in Anambra state , said winning an incumbent has happened in various states and so that of Anambra will not be new in November 8th.
The Labour Party Governorship flag bearer told the crowd that former Governor Peter Obi is still a member of the party contrary to speculations in some quarters.
According to him, Mr Obi will soon join the train to commence campaign officially in the state .
The Former Managing Director Nigeria Inland Waterways Authority NIWA who used the medium to present his running mate,Mrs Veronica Okaro to the party, said they are going into the election to win for the people.

He called on the stakeholders not to be deceived by some persons who move around to claim that there is a coalition that will replace LP in the state.
Chief Moughalu promised that the labour of his supporters will not be in vein because he will no disappoint nor fail them

" The confidence you have reposted in me will not be in vein. I and my Deputy, Okaro have agreed that our word will be our bond. We will change the narrative in the state".

Earlier the State Chairman of the Party,Chief Ugochukwu Emeh said
Labour Party will take over Anambra state come November 8 2025.
Chief Emeh said the party has the best of the candidates and Deputy parading the state in all capacity.
He re echoed that Chief Moughalu will change the narratives for a better Anambra.

The zonal finals of the 2025 ANSSI competition have commenced across the three senatorial zones of the State. The events being contested are team games, including volleyball and football for both male and female categories in the U-12, U-14, and U-18 age groups.

Anambra North:
At Chuba Ikpazu Stadium, Onitsha, Metropolitan Secondary School defeated C.K.C. 4-1 in the U-14 boys category. Community Secondary School, Iyiowa, beat Urban Boys by 3 goals to 1. Modebe Memorial Secondary School, Onitsha, advanced by walkover against Washington Grammar School, Onitsha.

In the U-12 boys category, Community Primary School, Okpoko, won 4-2 on penalties against Central School, Odoakpu. Zik Avenue Primary School also had a walkover against Omagba Primary School, Onitsha.

Anambra South:
Igwebuike Central School, Umunze, defeated Primary School, Ekwulobia, 6-5 via penalty shootout. Harvesters International School, Otolo Nnewi, had a walkover against Comprehensive Secondary School, Azia, in the U-14 boys category. Ogboji Primary School had a walkover against Community Primary School, Umuonyiba, Ufuma in the U-12 category. Community High School, Nanka, beat CBSS Igboukwu 5-3 on penalties, while All Saints Secondary School, Umunze, advanced by walkover against Holy Christ College, Awgbu in the U-14 boys category. In the U-18 boys category, CSS Isuofia had a walkover against St. Dominic Saviour Seminary, Akpu, while All Saints Seminary, Ekwulobia, defeated All Saints Secondary School, Umunze, 5-4 on penalties.

At Anambra Central:
At St. Mary’s High School, the venue for Anambra Central, BMGS Adazi defeated their opponents from Umuoji 5-2 in the U-18 boys category. Community High School, Amanuke, also defeated St. Mary’s High School, Ifitedunu, 2-0.

Volleyball Results:
In the U-18 boys category in Anambra North, Marist College Nteje defeated Community High School Nsugbe in two straight sets. From Anambra South, Community High School Nanka beat CSS Isuofia by two sets to one in the U-14 boys category.

Holy Child Secondary School defeated Awgbu in two straight sets. In the U-18 boys category, CSS Isuofia beat CHS Nanka in two straight sets. In their next game, CSS Isuofia advanced by walkover against Akpu Seminary but lost to Holy Child Secondary School by one set to two.

In the female category, Holy Child defeated both CSS Isuofia and All Saints Seminary in two straight sets.

The competition continues at various centers across the three senatorial zones.

Correspondent reports that the events scheduled for Thursday have been shifted to Friday, while those originally planned for Friday will now take place on Tuesday, 17 June 2025.

The Member representing Njikoka Constituency 1, Mr Chidi Ibemeka has expressed the hope that the bills and motions passes by the Anambra State House of Assembly will create more jobs and empower people more.

Speaking with Journalists in Awka on his 2 two years as a law maker, Mr Ibemeka said the state is also reaping the benefits of the numerous resolutions and bills sponsored by the 8th Assembly.

According to him, the law to establish Anambra State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, which he sponsored , is one of the impactful bills that was passed by the 8th Assembly for the over all interest of the people.

Mr Ibemeka while giving his scorecard noted that in the past two years, he has attracted infrastructural development to Njikoka Constituency 1 and also provided several dividends of democracy by way of Constituency project.

He appealed to the people to be considerate and patient as the government of Governor Chukwuma Soludo is making effort together with the law makers to meet up numerous Challenges Confronting the people.

The Chairman House Committee on Petroleum and Mineral Resources said the next two years of his tenure will be more dedicated to law making and ensuring that all that is due to his constituents get to them .

Mr Ibemeka commended the Speaker of the House, Mr Somtochukwu Udeze for his leadership style and also his colleagues who have shown great commitment to the total development of the state .

Correspondent reports that the law maker in the last two years also sponsored several motions and presented matters of urgent public importance before the floor of the Anambra state House of Assembly.

2025 Democracy Day: Anambra Assembly Speaker, Udeze Congratulates Nigerians, Advocates Democracy Advancement.

As Nigerians celebrate Democracy Day, the Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt.Hon.Somtochukwu Udeze has extolled those distinguished and visionary Statesmen and women who have made significant contributions and sacrifices for the realization of Nigeria's Democracy, describing their efforts as selfless and gallantry.

Felicitating Nigerians, Rt.Hon.Udeze noted that the history of Nigeria's Democracy has not been smooth until 1999 when true and uninterrupted Democracy returned, stressing that Democracy has allowed active participation of citizens in choosing their leaders and contributing to the well-being of the masses.

He gave his felicitation in a Press Statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary Emma Madu and made available to Journalists in Awka.

The Speaker who regretted the spate of corruption and economic challenges confronting the masses, maintained that a collective resolution to address corruption and foster a broad based prosperity is required to enjoy a country that is not for a few privileged individuals, but for all Nigerians.

He enjoined Ndi Anambra to appreciate the numerous Democracy dividends Governor Chukwuma Soludo's administration has provided for them in many areas by supporting his reelection in the forthcoming Anambra State governorships election on November 8, 2025.

Rt.Hon.Udeze called on Nigerians to use this Democracy Day Anniversary to rededicate themselves for genuine service to the country and shun acts capable of truncating the Nation's Democracy.

The 8th Anambra State House of Assembly says it has made laws that priotize the interest of the people in the last two years.

The Speaker of the House, Mr Somtochukwu Udeze stated this in his office while adressing newsmen on their achievements since their inauguration two years ago.

According to him, the 8th Assembly has passed about 31 bills and over 70 motions and resolutions which is all geared towards ensuring that the people benefit from their representatives.

Mr Udeze explained that out of the laws made, 11 were Private Member Bills,confirming the doggedness of the present Assembly.

The Speaker reiterated that the collaboration between the Legislative arm and the Executive organ was cordial and peaceful for the overall interest of the people.

He discharged the insinuations that the Legislative arm is a rubber stamp to the Executive noting that there was no need for disagreement where there is no misunderstanding and misgivings.

Mr Udeze who represents Ogbaru constituency 2, said the law makers resolved that it was in the best interest of the people to collaborate with other arms of government rather than trying to put the state a disarray just to please the naysayers that the law makers works only when there is friction between it and the Executive arm.

The Speaker explained that the laws made so far by the 8th Assembly including the Homeland Security Law, Electricity law, Indegenous Medicine law among others were all aimed at strengthening the activities of the government and empowering the people democratically.

The 8th Assembly which consists of 30 law makers was inaugurated on the 12th of June 2023 for a four year term .

The Anambra state House of Assembly has expressed satisfaction with the quality and level of work done so far by contractors handling various road projects in some parts of the state.

The Chairman House Committee on Works Engineer Emmanuel Nwafor made this known when he led other members to oversight some road projects being executed by the Governor Chukwuma Soludo led administration within Onitsha, Okpoko and Nkpor axis.

According to the Works Committee Chairman, the contractors handling the various projects are so far working according to the specifications given to them by the government.

Engineer Nwafor however noted that the committee members have also called the attention of the firms to some portions and areas that need to be revisited to ensure that the 20 years guarantee is achieved on all the projects .

He expressed the hope that when the roads were completed, it will no doubt aid human and vehicular movement as they encourage the people to carryout their legitimate economic activities.

In an interview, the Project Manager of the firm handling some roads in Okpoko, Engineer Austin Ezeadi decried that almost all the buldings in the area, channel their sewage and wastes to the drainages being constructed by government.

He regretted that the situation has hampered their productivity as they have to wait for the residents to leave for work daily before any meaningful construction work would commence.

The Project Manager of the contractor handling the Trans Nkisi Boulevard 1 road, GRA Onitsha , Engineer Chudi Okudo said about seventy five percent progress had been made on the 1.63 kilometer road and is expected to be delivered in record time.

The committee members including Mr Patrick Udeoba representing Anambra West, Chief Jude Akpua representing Njikoka Constituency 2, and Mr Golden Iloh representing Ihiala Constituency 2 took their turns to point out portions and areas that needed to be overlayed and corrected by the contractors.

The Deputy Speaker of the Anambra stare House of Assembly, Chief Chukwuma Okoye says June 12 is a day that symbolizes the enduring strength of democracy in Nigeria.

He stated this in Awka while reflecting on the performance of the 8th Anambra State House of Assembly.

According to him, the past year has been one of dedication, learning, and legislative advancement.

He noted that the 8th Assembly has demonstrated uncommon unity, discipline, and commitment to the democratic mandate entrusted to them by the people.

Chief Okoye said the present legislatures have passed laws and motions that directly touch on critical sectors like education, infrastructure, health, security, and youth empowerment.

Chief Okoye noted that they have maintained robust oversight over executive actions to ensure that government policies are people-driven and impactful.

The Deputy Speaker said he is proud of the level of cooperation and maturity that exists among the law makers as they have elevated the legislative process beyond partisanship and personal interest, putting the people first in all they do.

The Deputy Speaker who is representing Awka South Constituency 2 said looking ahead, the next two years offer a chance to consolidate and scale the legislative achievements.

" We intend to strengthen our legislative footprint through bills that promote innovation, digital economy, and inclusive governance. Our commitment to transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement will remain unwavering. I will continue to work closely with the Rt. Hon. Speaker and all members to deepen the integrity and productivity of our Assembly".

He reiterated that the challenges are many but the resolve is stronger as the Assembly recognizes that true democracy is not merely about elections but about sustained service, dialogue, and delivery.

The Deputy Speaker of the state Assembly said Anambra people deserve responsive leadership, and that the 8 th Assembly is committed to giving them just that.

" We will continue to listen, to act, and to legislate in the best interest of all.The 8th Assembly is not just a legislative body; it is a vehicle for progress and a voice for the voiceless. I remain deeply humbled by the opportunity to serve and to make a difference in the lives of our people. We are just getting started, and with God and the people on our side, we will leave a legacy of impact and purpose" Chief Okoye concluded.