Wisdomkosi: INSIDE Ebonyi Community Without Bridge, Electricity (Photos, Video)
... five people reportedly died already this year as Community begs Governor Nwifuru for help
By Wisdom Nwedene, Abakaliki
The people of Okaleru community in Igwebuike, Ugbonaa Azu-Orie Achi under Ezza North Local Government Area of Ebonyi state have cried out to the state Government for help concerning their roads and welfare.
In a recent investigation and visit, it was discovered that the Community despite producing high profile individuals have lagged behind in basic amenities(Electricity, commutable roads, bridges, schools, etc) as it is alleged that the Local Government Chairman withholds funds that comes to them.
During a visit to the Okaleru community by our correspondent, the villagers revealed the state of their welfare stating that they have to halt every activity including school and farming whenever the rainy season approaches.
Being a major connection between the villagers and their farms as well as schools, the Akadoro bridge located at the intersection between the Etiegidigwe village and Igwebuike, Ugbonaa Azu-Orie Achi, village all in Ezza North; pose as a limitation to the day to day activities of the residents.
The bridge is also a major access to Afor Izzo for people of Umuezeokoha, Umuoghara, Orizor, Abakaliki but the people of Ezza North do not get to cross it whenever they want for fear of not getting through alive or getting injured as at least five people were said to have lost their lives only this year.
Speaking with our correspondent, the villagers stressed on the limitation to their farming activities and access to the Community Primary School Okaleru, Ugbonaa Onu Orie Achi and their secondary school which happen to be the only schools in the village.
According to an elderly resident, whenever it rains, the river becomes over flooded and children have to halt their school to avoid getting drowned as they have to cross it to reach their educational centre. Also, parents have to pause their farm activities if it requires crossing the river as there is no way to get through.
During the visit, a resident of the area who wants to remains anonymous over fear of the unknown went ahead to present a log of wood which the villagers invented as an aid to enable them to cross the river.
However, they also disclosed that the wood sometimes gets carried away by the overflowing of the river and they have to always carry it out when it's dry season and back again when it's rainy season.
According to them, several villagers have drowned in the river while others have gotten injured on several occasions.
On the other hand, the major road to the village has posed another challenge as bikers and few car owners can not easily commute.
Sadly, however, the Ezza North happens to be the origin of some prominent people in the state.
So, the people of Okaleru community in Igwebuike, Ugbonaa Azu-Orie Achi under Ezza North Local Government Area of Ebonyi state have cried out to Hon. Joseph Nwaobasi (member House of Rep, Ezza North/Ishielu), Senator Ken Ezeh(Senator representing Ebonyi Central), and Governor Francis Nwifuru(governor, Ebonyi State); to come to their aid and make life a little comfortable for them.
The bad roads, the dirty water they consume, the unabridged river, amongst others, have cost them the lives of their loved ones and limited them in several ways.
They also pleaded with the Chairman of Ezza North LGA, Chief Ogodo Ali Nome to temper justice with Mercy and release any funds allocated to them by the government to make life easier for them.
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Omoawoke: You are not thinking that’s why you can be easily fooled
That’s definitely staged for content
im not interested Weda it was staged.I am just seeing it from the perspective of sacrifice.Contents are for lessons too don’t u think so?when we were small.thief come our nebor house then their father from window run leave both em wifes and children.
Civil defense officers caught on camera assaulting a citizen of the country in a public space.
don’t fight or argue with an armed officer in Nigeria.they will shoot u and Nthg will happen.Their oga for office wey u want report to have all killed.its a system thg.I am most cordinated when I meet uniform men that are armed.nobody stubborn reach me but I understand the type of country I am at.
a foolish man called Akpabio that does not know wether he wil see the end of this month has arranged 2027.where is ifeanyi ubah his colleague?Money will make people lose their senses.only in Nigeria though.
Editorialtimes: Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering commitment to restoring security across Nigeria and ensuring that all citizens can live without fear. The President made this known during a meeting with the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, led by its General Secretary, Archbishop Chivir Chianson, at the State House in Abuja.
Represented by his Special Adviser on Policy Communications, Mr. Daniel Bwala, the President emphasized that his administration would continue to take decisive action against all forms of criminality, stressing that insecurity knows no tribe or religion.
He noted that the government’s approach to security would be all-encompassing, calling for a united front where evil is condemned collectively—regardless of religious or ethnic affiliations.
In addition to security efforts, Bwala highlighted that recent economic reforms implemented by the Tinubu-led administration are already yielding positive outcomes, such as increased revenue for states and a significant reduction in strike actions.
Responding on behalf of the delegation, Archbishop Chianson praised the Tinubu administration for its landmark reforms and inclusive leadership style. He lauded the recent approval for the recruitment and deployment of forest guards, describing it as a timely intervention to curb rising insecurity in forested areas.
The Archbishop also informed the President about the group’s upcoming 2025 Synod, which will focus on intercessory prayers for national peace and the empowerment of members in rural communities.
Other senior clergymen present included Archbishop James Maljit, Deputy National President (North), Archbishop Joseph Jatau Yari, National Vice President (Northwest), Archbishop Alexander Nyoonkyeh of the Benue Province, and Bishop David Gyang of the Plateau Province.
u must be a very bad man.God forbid I’m in such a situation I can hold my 4 kids like this.If u are not ready to die for ur family don’t start one.He did what every real man will do.Thumbs up
if u have not gotten to a stage in life where u are no longer afraid of death then u have not started.The last thing anyone can use to threaten me now is death.d thg no Dey move me again.
Wike himself won't accept it. He can't face president Tinubu who is also from the south
Pdp should collapse their structure temporary for Apc till 2031. Apc as a political party is likely going to collapse after then as the contract must have been expired
u r very smart.the collapse they won’t make it look like a collapse.No be every fight person Dey fight.Theres nobody currently in pdp that can wrestle power from tinubu
if them Dey shake God Dangote fit shake God sef.the guy don big well well o.Ah Cubana chief priest and jowizaza was not der?I tot they said money na water?
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My only problem is it's addiction and I'm solving that rubbish tonight
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haybhi1: Lol na why na... thing is, in real life, these things are not as pronounced. It all usually ends here. For me, it was getting me revved up at the beginning... but along the lines I just feel it's best to play along and make it some fun... so it's one of how I destress...
that’s what most of us do na.i no Dey any social media.if there’s anyone enjoying this faceless forum it’s me.Na place to pass time and it works for me
iichidodo: [color=#1986BC] That's bullshit..Ethiope river is one of the many networks of the Niger River Delta...Which one is cotton wool tree? [/color]
GistMedia0: After Nottingham Forest’s 2-2 draw with Leicester City on Sunday, billionaire owner of Nottingham Forest Fc, Evangelos Marinakis was spotted chatting with manager Nuno Espírito Santo on the field. But what caught fans' attention — it was his phone.
Marinakis appeared to be holding an old iPhone 6 Plus or 7 Plus, sparking reactions online. Many were shocked that someone of his wealth was still using a phone most people, even those far less rich, have long abandoned. Some called it humble, others found it surprising — but one thing's clear: it got fans talking.
no rich person is loud.i enjoy driving the smallest car in my compound.one of my guys will say if he has the kind of money I have he would be driving a gwagon.No be all those one e Dey me.the simpler the better