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 Politics › Re: Inauguration: My Govt Will Engender More Massive Rural Development - Ugwuanyi by OEPHIUS(op): 6:50pm On May 29, 2019 |
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| Politics › Inauguration: My Govt Will Engender More Massive Rural Development - Ugwuanyi by OEPHIUS(op): 6:48pm On May 29, 2019 |
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State who was sworn in for a second term in office on Wednesday at a colourful and well-attended ceremony has assured the people of the state that his new administration will continue to build on the solid foundation it has laid in line with its four point agenda, promising that the next four years will witness massive deployment of resources to further engender development at the rural areas. Gov. Ugwuanyi, who was accompanied to the ceremony by his wife, Monica, addressed the elated audience and expressed gratitude to God for his grace and the people of the state for their “overwhelming mandate and immeasurable love, self-sacrifice, sense of justice and equity, and unrivalled commitment to the peace, good governance and development of our state”, promising further that his administration will continue to close the gap between the hinterlands and urban areas. The governor described the inauguration, which was graced by Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State, who was represented by his deputy, Dr. Nkem Okeke and notable leaders of the state, such as the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ike Ekweremadu; the Speaker of the State Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edward Ubosi; former Governors Okwesilieze Nwodo and Senator Dr. Chimaroke Nnamani; former Military Administrators of old Anambra State and Imo State, Rear Admiral Allison Madueke and Commodore James Aneke; former Inspector General of Police, Ogbonnia Onovo; former deputy governors, past and present members of the State and National Assemblies, Enugu State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barr. Ben Nwoye; heads of Christian denominations, among others, as a beginning of another promising journey to a better and greater Enugu State. He added that “it signifies a renewal of the social contract between my humble self and the good people of Enugu State”. His deputy, Hon. Mrs. Cecilia Ezeilo, was also sworn in as the Deputy Governor of the State. Narrating the landmark achievements of his administration in the last four years, Gov. Ugwuanyi, recalled “the dire financial outlook of the State when we mounted the saddle of leadership in 2015”, stating that “it was one characterized by plunged allocations from the centre, high debt profile, and daunting salaries and pensions arrears”. He therefore disclosed that his administration was able to surmount the challenges of lean resources and a national economic recession “by sheer belief in the miracle of five loaves and two fish and by applying ourselves to honest and prudent management of resources”. The governor added that his government raised Enugu to one of the few most solvent States, with the State’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) hitting its highest mark in a single year since 1999. “Only recently, the Nigeria Extractives Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) named Enugu State as one of the eight financially stable States”, Gov. Ugwuanyi revealed, recommitting himself to principles that will lead to breaking down of all barriers to honest, prudent, and people-oriented leadership. According to him, “our government shall continue to implement creative ideas, templates, and processes that will further mobilise resources to address our development needs. We will improve on oversight and reforms to reduce the cost of governance in order to deliver happiness and democracy dividends to the people of Enugu State”. On peace and security, the governor emphasized their importance as the foundations of any development and the greatest incentives for investment and stated that the state government has invested heavily in securing lives and property, which resulted in the state’s rating as one of the most peaceful and secure states in the country, saying that his administration remains “committed to sustaining the thriving amity and security in our state”. On infrastructure, Gov. Ugwuanyi said that his administration has taken giants steps to change the landscape of the state through massive roads construction and rehabilitation both in urban and rural areas, in keeping with its promise to create new cities and decongest Enugu metropolis. “Having undertaken major infrastructural renewal projects in our first term, we are resolved to revisit some abandoned but strategic projects that will add socio-economic value to our people. Work is already underway at the Enugu International Conference Centre to tap into the great social and economic promises it holds for our people and consolidate Enugu’s place as a preferred tourism destination and home to Ndigbo and all sons and daughters of the defunct Eastern Region”, he added. Declaring the state government’s support for local government autonomy and every constitutional step to strengthen it as a third tier of government, Gov. Ugwuanyi advised “every critical player in local government to stay or live in his or her respective domain to promote effective local administration and development”. Appreciating the veritable contributions of the civil service as the engine room of any government, the governor pointed out that the government has kept faith with Enugu State workers and not only pays salaries on 23rd of every month but also pays the 13th month, stressing that “in the next four years, our civil service will be further reformed and strengthened to provide top-notch service comparable to and possibly better than the private sector”. The governor equally promised to continue and consolidate on the achievements his administration has recorded in other sectors of development, such as education, health, judiciary reforms, youth empowerment, water supply, investment drive, sports, etc, to further improve the living standard of the people of Enugu State, saying: “I stand before you today with a renewed strength as I embark on this last lap of my journey as your Governor”. His words: “My team and I will continue to count on your prayers every step of the way. With your prayers and angels leading the way, every mountain shall be broken, every valley shall be filled, crooked ways shall be made straight, and all rough parts shall be smoothened to ensure the continuation of good governance and delivery of democracy dividends in Enugu State. “On my part, I will continually strive to make our State a citadel of peace and inclusive governance. Enugu State is one big family and no one will be left behind. Politics is over, governance takes the centre stage, and all hands are encouraged to come on deck irrespective of age, party affiliation, and social status in order to make Enugu State greater. “We are open to ideas that will add value to the lives of our people. There is work to be done and we need the right people to do the job. I welcome you all from all political divides and shades of opinion. Let us join hands and get the work done”. Enugu State is truly in the hands of God! #amokelouis 1 Like
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| Politics › Enugu Gov’s Wife Makes Case For Vulnerable Children by OEPHIUS(op): 10:19pm On May 27, 2019 |
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| Politics › Pre-inauguration Service: No State Is As Peaceful As Enugu - Archbishop Chukwuma by OEPHIUS(op): 6:10pm On May 26, 2019 |
…Says God is in control of Ugwuanyi’s second termhttps://thepunditng.com/pre-inauguration-service-no-state-is-as-peaceful-as-enugu-archbishop-chukwuma/
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| Politics › Ugwuanyi’s 2nd Term: Building On Laid Foundation by OEPHIUS(op): 6:32am On May 26, 2019 |
By Louis Amoke On May 29, the re-elected Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, to the glory of God, will be sworn-in for a second term alongside his deputy, Hon. Mrs. Cecilia Ezeilo. The epoch-making event, which renews the governor’s mandate to continue with his sound vision for the state and consolidate on the solid foundation laid by his people-oriented administration in the last four years, calls for celebration and thanksgiving to God for His goodness in Enugu State. Gov. Ugwuanyi, whose journey to the Lion Building formally commenced in 2014, following his unanimous endorsement as the consensus candidate of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stemming from his cherished antecedents, leadership qualities, popularity and wide acceptance, has constantly remained grateful to God for His mercy and kindness and also to the good people of the state for their show of love, solidarity and support. Gov. Ugwuanyi, who later won the 2015 governorship election in Enugu State with a landslide, became the most popular political leader in the history of the state. Consequently, he was sworn in as the third Executive Governor of the new Enugu State on May 29, 2015, when the nation’s economy was in recession and confronted with other economic challenges occasioned by the drastic drop in the crude oil prices in the international market. These economic adversities affected allocations to states from the federation account. More worrisome was that Enugu State was among the worst hit, considering its position as third from the bottom of the revenue allocation chart and predominantly a civil service state with high expectations for rapid socio-economic expansion in view of its enviable status as the historical capital of the Eastern Region, old Anambra State, old Enugu State and capital of the present Enugu State. The governor was also faced with sundry issues of inherited debt profile and other huge wage bills to be serviced as well as management of the political space in the state, considering that his party, the PDP, lost power at the national level after 16 years. All these challenges were a source of worry, which required drastic approach and a clear-cut intervention to move the state forward. Gov. Ugwuanyi being a God-fearing leader, team player, bridge builder, peace-maker, finance management expert, consummate politician and visionary leader remained undaunted and committed to the speedy actualization of his administration’s well-thought-out programmes for the people of the state, as contained in its four-point agenda. The governor’s antecedents as a three-term member of the House of Representatives and two-term Chairman of the House Committee on Marine Transport as well as former Chief Executive Officer of Premier Brokers Limited - a prime insurance broking firm in the South East geo-political zone, owned by the five states of the zone and African Continental Bank (ACB) - also strengthened his courage to successfully guide the state through the economic crunch. For instance, Gov. Ugwuanyi in his 2015 inaugural address stated that the economic melt-down then was “another great opportunity for Enugu State and indeed Nigeria to look inwards and harness those potentials which free oil money has blinded us from exploiting”, resting his faith in God’s miracle of five loaves and two fish. Besides the nation’s economic challenges, the governor expressed gratitude to God for the grace to “take up the gauntlet of the struggle for the emancipation of the Wawa man from where our heroes past stopped”, saying: “It can only be God, for it is He who raises the poor from the ash heap and makes him to inherit a throne of honour”. According to him, “He (God) has anointed me for a mission-to bring good news, message of continued hope, peace and development to our people; to bind up the broken hearted; to proclaim liberty to every Wawa man caught in the prison of poverty and under-development. And these, I owe you and my God to fulfill”. In actualizing these inspirational visions, Gov. Ugwuanyi recommitted himself to his four-point agenda to take Enugu State to the next level and promised that his administration will “deploy government services to create fair and equal opportunity for every willing citizen to make a living and create wealth, educate our children, and enjoy life in a peaceful and secure environment”. He added that the government “will drive with full force investment promotion, agricultural sector renewal, provision of critical infrastructure, human capital development and skills acquisition” stressing that “Enugu State under us will pay a special attention to rural development because majority of our people live in the rural areas”. Four years down the line, one is glad to state with great honour that Gov. Ugwuanyi through his new ethos of leadership, anchored on peace and good governance, has religiously and effectively delivered on these promises. He has remained committed to the principles of transparency, accountability, due process and prudent management of the state’s lean resources. The governor, therefore, has through his administration’s adherence to fiscal discipline, peace and grassroots development initiatives successfully delivered democracy dividends to the doorsteps of the people of Enugu State. Gov. Ugwuanyi has through his humble disposition, simplicity, candour, good works and uncommon leadership style of inclusive governance and open-door policy delivered the message of hope and rekindled the confidence of the people in participatory democracy. He has bound up the broken hearted with a wind of peace that has united everybody in the state, especially the political leaders irrespective of class, religion, socio-economic and political background. This cherished ambience of peace and unity has remained the pillar of his administration’s success story and one of the major reasons Enugu State is in the mood of celebration today. The people’s governor has through his administration’s rural development policy, one-community-one-project initiative and a great deal of passion for the wellbeing of the masses, remembered the long-neglected communities in the state in line with his firm belief that the greatest objective of government is to alleviate the suffering of the people. His government has also made a veritable mark in all other sectors of development, which have impacted the lives of the people positively. While workers’ salaries and pensions are paid regularly with or without receipt of statutory allocations from the federation account - even at the time 27 states could not pay - the 13th month salary was also extended to them as Christmas bonus. On road construction and rehabilitation, the Ugwuanyi administration has covered about 400 kilometres, spread across the state with signature projects such as the remodeled ancient, historic and undulating Milliken Hill road - a tourist attraction and state’s natural roller coaster; the Opi-Nsukka dual carriageway; the Ebonyi River Bridge, Ikem; the Udenu Ring road; Iva Valley road, Enugu. Others include the Nkalagu-Eha Amufu road, neglected for over 35 years and the Amurri road in Nkanu West Local Government Area constructed for a hitherto neglected community that has not experienced any form of government development on its land in the past 100 years, etc. The hardworking governor immediately after his reelection returned to sites, awarded more contracts and continued completion work on the ongoing projects such as the long abandoned Enugu International Conference Centre, among others. The state government’s infrastructural revolution has been unprecedented and indeed recorded a huge success in expanding development to the frontiers of the rural areas. Recently, Enugu State was rated by the World Bank Group as the second most advanced state in Nigeria towards the frontier of global good practices with regards to Ease of Doing Business. Through the impressive increase in the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) profile, as a result of far reaching reforms introduced in the sector by the governor, Enugu State has remained on top as one of the few states in the country that can survive without allocations from the federation account, among other outstanding ratings. Through the monthly traders’ empowerment scheme, 3,600 genuine traders of the state have so far been empowered with the sum of N50,000 each, to grow their various businesses. The state government also empowered 750 youths in skills acquisition under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) programme and equally engaged 2000 youths to clean up the state under the Enugu Clean Team Project. Apart from recruitment of over 4000 primary and secondary schools teachers, with additional 1,500 for primary education ongoing, Ugwuanyi’s administration has constructed and renovated over 589 primary and secondary school blocks in the state and equally procured learning tools to improve the standard of learning. Recently, the State Executive Council (EXCO) approved the award of contracts for construction and renovation of additional 208 school blocks. State owned higher institutions, namely, the foremost Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT); the Enugu State College of Education Technical (ESCET); and the Enugu State Polytechnic, Iwollo, among others, have also been benefitting from the government’s educational transformation programmes. Also after his reelection, Gov. Ugwuanyi was at Ihe, Awgu LGA to perform the ground-breaking ceremony for the administrative building of the first University of Education in the South East geo-political zone, the Enugu State University of Education amid jubilation and excitement. The government also paid 54 percent equity contribution for 100 lucky civil servants who won the 100 units one bedroom apartments at Elim Estate, Enugu through open lottery. In the health sector, besides completion of the state-of-the-art Enugu State Medical Diagnostic Centre, as promised in the inaugural address, Ugwuanyi’s administration has strengthened the state’s primary healthcare programmes to render better medical services to the people especially in the rural areas, through various interventions and integration of faith-based rural health facilities into the Free Maternal and Child Health Programme. The government has constructed and renovated district hospitals and health centres in the state, especially in the rural areas under the primary healthcare programme, such as the Poly Clinic, Asata, Enugu and Udi District Hospital, among others. The 200-bed ultra modern specialist hospital, Igbo-ano, being constructed by Ugwuanyi’s administration is nearing completion to provide qualitative and affordable healthcare delivery at the rural level and reduce pressure on the existing two tertiary health institutions located in Enugu, because of heavy inflow of patients from the rural areas. The Judiciary has also felt the positive impact of Ugwuanyi’s administration as the construction of 14 new court buildings and open registries in the judicial divisions and magisterial districts across the state and state’s Customary Court of Appeal headquarters are nearing completion. These interventions were once described by the state’s Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Ngozi Emehelu as “unprecedented infrastructural development that has not been witnessed in the entire South East” and “the largest single intervention in infrastructural development in the Judiciary of Enugu State for over 20 years”. Interestingly, 56 years after three fire service stations were built in Enugu State, then Eastern Region, Gov. Ugwuanyi’s administration constructed five new ultra-modern fire service stations strategically located in the three senatorial districts for the safety and wellbeing of the people, among other litany of achievements too numerous to mention. Gov. Ugwuanyi’s love and support for sports saw Rangers International Football Club of Enugu lifting both the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title after 32 years and AITEO Cup after 35 years. In view of this outstanding performance by the administration of Gov. Ugwuanyi, which is a tip of the iceberg of the achievements recorded so far, the good news about the second term inauguration is that the governor, through the details of the 2019 budget and his post-election actions has displayed a renewed vigor and firm commitment to continue and consolidate on the solid foundation laid in the last four years. It is therefore, expected of the people of Enugu State to continue to pray fervently for the governor and give him the usual maximum support and cooperation to take the state to greater heights in line with the dreams of the founding fathers for Enugu State is truly in the hands of God. Amoke writes from Enugu. #amokelouis https://thepunditng.com/ugwuanyis-2nd-te…-laid-foundation/
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| Politics › 2nd Term Inauguration: Enugu Muslims Pray For Buhari, Ugwuanyi by OEPHIUS(op): 7:33pm On May 24, 2019 |
Muslims in Enugu State held Jumaat prayers at their Central Mosque located at Owerri road, Enugu, to mark the last Friday of the first term of the administrations of President Muhammadu Buhari and Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State and prayed Allah to grant them success in their second term.https://thepunditng.com/2nd-term-inauguration-enugu-muslims-pray-for-buhari-ugwuanyi/ 4 Likes 2 Shares |
| Politics › Presidential Elections Tribunal: Like Zakari, Like Bulkachuwa By Oke Umurhohwo by OEPHIUS(op): 7:48am On May 22, 2019 |
A pattern is obviously playing out in Nigeria and that is conflict of interest, which has put the integrity of government institutions to question. We have seen it with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and now, the presidential elections petition tribunal. In the build up to the 2019 general elections, there were a lot of questions on whether a National Commissioner of INEC, Amina Zakari, should be involve in the conduct of the election. Many had doubted her impartiality given her blood tie to President Muhammadu Buhari, who was on the ballot for re-election, strengthening call for her to recuse herself from the process. But neither Zakari or her employer heeded those calls, putting the credibility of the election on trial. Questions of credibility thrown at the electoral umpire by opposition parties and concerned Nigerians have made it difficult for the outcome of the results to be generally accepted. Similar question abound now that the outcome of the election is being subjected to litigation. It is no other but the raging controversy on the composition of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, which has the President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa as the chairman of the five-man panel. Justice Bulkachuwa had arose expectations on the panel to serve fairness when she declared in the inaugural sitting of tribunal that "the Court of Appeal will work in accordance and within the dictates of the constitution, the law and international best practices, to dispense justice to all, without fear or favour, affection or ill will”. But in another breadth, she observed that "Elections are held every in Nigeria every four years into elective position. No matter how well the election is conducted, there are bound to be complaint(s)." Predictably, the observation of Justice Bulkachuwa pitched her against the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who questioned her impartiality and asked her to recuse herself from the panel. In a letter to justify its call, the national Chairman of the PDP, Uche Secondus, rallied the fear of PDP to get justice from the Bulkachuwa led panel considering that "your dear husband, Hon. Adamu Mohammed Bulkachuwa, contested for February 23, 2019 election for the position of a Senatorial role in Bauchi North Senatorial district and won same on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC)." That was a valid observation that put trust on trial and integrity of the panel under public scrutiny. It's a general expectation that judges must be an umpire– a neutral and impartial arbiter who favours no political party, litigant or policy. But when this sort principle is abandoned– for instance, a judge observing that "no matter how well an election is conducted" before a trial starts– is obviously improper. It send a wrong signal that justice may not be within reach and that is dangerous. Even before taking a look at the merit or otherwise of the petition filed against the election outcome, Justice Bulkachuwa tone in her address seemed like a first step toward compromise. PDP and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar were convinced that the election was not conducted well and that the return made by INEC was unjustified, hence, their petition before the court. That was the right thing to do. That is the most acceptable route in a democracy but the faith in that approach can only be sustained if the arbiter does not presume the intent of petitions. Judges are like every other human and as such, have ties and affinity. From their immediate family to mutual friends– ex-school mates or social acquaintance, there will always be interest. In some instances, it could be surreptitious political interest, financial exchange and even mutual investment interests that could constitute bias for a judge. These are realities that can't be entirely discarded. However, when such relationships do create a perception of bias, a judge is duty-bound to take their hands of such case. That has been the call for Justice Bulkachuwa to recuse herself from the panel that would determine the petition that arise from the last presidential election. From the details available, Justice Bulkachuwa marriage to an APC chieftain, who is now a senator-elect on the platform of the APC, is enough ground for compromise. This is deepened by the fact that the learned justice faith makes her submissive to her husband and this may decisively weigh on her opinion and decision on the dispute. This fear was captured in PDP’s letter to Justice Bulkachuwa on the need for her to excuse herself from the panel by noting that "it would be impossible for your lordship to convince any reasonable man that your dear husband never discussed this petition, which he is patiently interested in its outcome with you, throughout the trial." That is the doubt agitating the minds of many interested Nigerians and unfortunately, Justice Bulkachuwa cannot entirely clear that mistrust. Compounding the mistrust, is the revelation that Aliyu Haidar Abubakar, a biological son of Justice Bulkachuwa campaigned for President Buhari in the election that is being contested before the panel she head. PDP had made the disclosure in a motion to push for Justice Bulkachuwa withdrawal from the panel, pointing out that her (Bulkachuwa) biological son, Aliyu Haidar Abubakar is a card-carrying member of the 3rd respondent (APC) and he contested the governorship primary election of the 3rd respondent in Gombe State." The party went on provide Facebook page and pictures to support it claims. Without doubt, available details are not assuring of an impartial arbiter. And if the maxim of he who comes to equity must come with clean hands, Justice Bulkachuwa should step down from the panel without any further delay. The petition before the panel is a delicate one as it will preface the future of Nigeria and a legal precedence for years to come. It would therefore be a grave injury to our democracy and setback to many who considers judiciary as the last hope of the hopeless due to conflict of interest. Oke Umurhohwo is a Political Analyst and Strategist. He tweets via @OkeStalyf and can be reached via oke.umu@gmail.com https://thepunditng.com/presidential-elections-petition-tribunal-like-zakari-like-bulkachuwa-by-oke-umurhohwo/ 4 Likes |
| Politics › No Herdsmen Invasion Of Enugu Community And Killing Of 20 Persons – Police by OEPHIUS(op): 10:45am On May 20, 2019 |
The Enugu State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, wishes to inform members of the public that its attention has been drawn to a mischievous and malicious publication trending in the social media, with a caption 'HERDSMEN INVADE ENUGU COMMUNITY, KILL 20 PERSONS' and dated May 20, 2019 and further wishes to inform members of the public that:https://thepunditng.com/no-herdsmen-invasion-of-enugu-community-and-killing-of-20-persons-police/ 5 Likes |
| Politics › Enugu Guber: Sen. Eze Assures Royal Fathers Of Withdrawal Of Election Petition by OEPHIUS(op): 3:08pm On May 19, 2019 |
Senator Ayogu Eze of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, who filed a petition before the election tribunal, over conduct of the last governorship election in the state won by the incumbent governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, has again hinted on his plan to formally withdraw the petition.https://thecitizenng.com/enugu-guber-sen-eze-assures-royal-fathers-of-imminent-withdrawal-of-election-petition/ 1 Like 1 Share
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| Travel › Airport Safety: FG Happy With Measures Taken By Enugu Govt by OEPHIUS(op): 6:17pm On May 18, 2019 |
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| Politics › Enugu Govt Approves Further Works On Int’l Conference Centre by OEPHIUS(op): 5:57pm On May 18, 2019 |
Enugu Govt approves further works on Int’l Conference Centrehttps://thepunditng.com/51429-2/ |
| Politics › Airport Safety: Enugu Govt Closes Orie Emene Market by OEPHIUS(op): 9:34pm On May 17, 2019 |
Airport Safety: Enugu Govt closes Orie Emene Markethttps://thepunditng.com/airport-safety-enugu-govt-closes-orie-emene-market/ 2 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Enugu State Governor Welcomes CBN Governor, Emefiele To Enugu State by OEPHIUS(op): 12:48pm On May 17, 2019 |
Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, welcoming the newly reappointed Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Godwin Emefiele, when the apex bank's chief arrived Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, to deliver a lecture at the Special Convocation Ceremony of the University of Nigeria Nsukka, on Friday. Enugu State is truly in the hands of God! #amokelouis 3 Likes 1 Share
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| Politics › "2023: Tinubu And His Mind Game" by Oke Umurhohwo by OEPHIUS(op): 9:21am On May 17, 2019 |
https://i0.wp.com/leaders.ng/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Tinubu-and-Buhari.jpg?zoom=2&resize=560%2C238 Over time, former Governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu have shown a keen understanding of human nature thereby consistently manipulating such to reach for power. When he tried to down play his interest in the 2023 Presidency over the weekend, his intention was well written all over him. The self-acclaimed National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is fond of throwing up issues, not through rational argument, analysis and truth-telling but rather manipulating people's imperfect reasoning and emotions. While this attitude are mostly exhibited by politicians, Tinubu's mastery of the trick has oftentimes been confused by the people as genuineness and patriotism. Funny enough, he has developed a means of constantly pushing out deceptive tales on what the people want to hear and cleverly disguise his intention as what is right or just. That was the same approach he took in answering his subtle but budding 2023 presidential bid. Despite the fact that he has tried endlessly to wave off his interest, the signs are too obvious for anyone to fall for his usual antics. This was the same tactics he deployed to join Muhammadu Buhari on the APC ticket in 2015 until he was stopped by those who feared a Muslim-Muslim ticket would hurt the chance of the party in the poll. Tinubu was obviously hurt that he was denied that opportunity as contained in 'Against the Run of Play', a book that chronicles the first electoral defeat of a sitting president in Nigeria written by Olusegun Adeniyi, former Presidential Spokesman and editorial board chairman of ThisDay Newspapers. In the book, Tinubu accused Bukola Saraki and others of “going behind to instigate Buhari and some other people in the party against me on the pretext of religion. That was not right. They were canvassing arguments that the Christians in the North would not vote for a Muslim-Muslim ticket." This apparently sparked off hostility of Tinubu towards Saraki, including attempt to block the latter’s emergence as President of the Senate in 2015. But Tinubu as usual, pretended he has not "tried to insinuate himself into any major office" since he last contested for re-election as Lagos state governor in 2003. Tinubu's clever spins illustrate a deep-rooted "mind games" because he's actually trying to foist an imagination of himself that doesn't exist on Nigerians. Perusing the statement released by Tinubu’s media aide, Tunde Rahman, it was obvious the former governor was pricking emotions of Nigerians and trying to lure them into conclusion that he could be the best for them. Just like the 'incorruptible' toga wrapped around Buhari in the build up to the 2015 presidential poll, Tinubu is trying to project himself as someone who isn't "obsessed with power" thereby pushing a narrative that those who do not understands him are people that "have nothing to contribute regarding statecraft or providing actual solutions to actual problems, their minds remain forever mired in political machinations." But far from his words, Tinubu is the one flaring political machinations ahead of 2023, including his mind games on Nigerians. As aptly suspected by Saraki and the Speaker, House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, Tinubu’s interest in the leadership of the 9th National Assembly is nothing but to fuel his 2023 presidential bid. Saraki and Dogara had in a separate response to barrage of accusations against their leadership of the National Assembly, pointedly linked Tinubu's insistence in determining who lead the legislative arm in the next dispensation to his presidential bid in 2023. While Saraki asked Tinubu to leave him "out of his schemes and manipulations towards 2023", Dogara went a step further as he plainly said his "nocturnal agenda has no parallel in the history of any democracy." Interestingly, he continues to shield his real intentions while presenting himself as one whose only mission is to support Buhari to make sure the country and its citizens regained the stature they had lost. Perhaps, trying to lure the president to secure his support when he must have eventually made his aspiration known. His media aide cleverly declared that his (Asiwaju's) "mind, heart and efforts are focused on supporting the President in achieving their shared vision of a flourishing economy and a prosperous people. He is committed to doing what he can to help President Buhari surmount the challenges in order to achieve the economic reform the nation sorely needs." Indeed, Tinubu is well versed in this mind game. While he puts attention away from himself, He has craftily perfect permutations that would give him an edge for the 2023 race. In part, he pushes for his loyalists to occupy political offices, most especially governors, in his Southwest region. Likewise, his vicious upstaging of Saraki in Kwara and making sure his loyalists take up the saddle, extended his reach to the North Central zone. There are insinuations that he is propping up another loyalist to replace Yahaya Bello in Kogi this November, hence, giving him a bit more edge in that zone considering his strong affinity to the Niger state governor, whose father is a long-time ally. While 2023 is four years away but a Machiavellian politician like Tinubu quite understood that getting a sit as big as Nigeria presidential seat does not just happen overnight and expectedly, he is building the phase to leverage on. Probably, Tinubu drew inspiration from Portuguese trainer Jose Mourinho, who is fond of playing mind games on his opponents in his rewarding career. But will the mind game deliver what Tinubu covets to him? Time will tell Oke Umurhohwo is a Political Analyst and Strategist. He tweets via @OkeStalyf and can be reached via oke.umu@gmail.com http://leaders.ng/2023-tinubu-and-his-mind-game-by-oke-umurhohwo-okestalyf/ 14 Likes 2 Shares |
| Education › ESUT Returns To Its Original Multi-campus Structure by OEPHIUS(op): 7:25pm On May 16, 2019 |
Press Release ESUT Returns to its Original Multi-Campus Structure Enugu, 15 May 2019). The Enugu State Executive Council has voted to return the Enugu State University of Technology (ESUT) to its original multi-campus structure as established by the Chief Jim Ifeanyichukwu Nwobodo administration in 1980. Accordingly, three schools originally proposed for Enugu North Senatorial Zone – faculties of Medical Sciences, Agriculture, and Social Sciences – will be returned to the Zone, while the ESUT Faculty of Education will relocate to Enugu West, to be domiciled at the new University of Education, Ihe in Awgu Local Government. Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi who chaired the meeting, noted that although the site for Enugu North campus of ESUT is yet to be determined, the Faculty of Medical Sciences will take advantage of the 400-bed specialist hospital currently under constructed at Igboano to serve as teaching facility for medical students. Council noted that relocating the school of medical sciences will rapidly decongest and take the pressure off the Enugu Park Lane Hospital which has been struggling for expansion space since its conversion to a Teaching Hospital. The sum of N1.5billion was approved in the 2019 State Budget for construction of key facilities at Igboano Specialist Hospital/ESUT Teaching Hospital, including construction of access road, external works (fencing and landscaping), as well as the provision of water and electricity. Council however voted to increase the budget to N2billion, following the decision on multi-campus structure for ESUT and additional facilities. For Enugu West Zone, in addition to the ultramodern administrative building which is already under construction at the University site in Ihe, Council also voted to construct an access road to the University. The Council’s decisions followed a proposal to restructure the Enugu State University so that various specialist learning centres can be established for each Senatorial Zone – Science, Engineering & Technology at Agbani (East), Education at Ihe (West), and Medical Sciences at Igboano (North). These specialist centres will not only bring tertiary education closer to the grassroots but will facilitate rapid socio-economic development of all zones in Enugu State. OGBUAGU ANIKWE Commissioner for Information 2 Likes 1 Share
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| Politics › Insecurity: @mbuhari’s Understanding Of Hard Work By Oke Umurhohwo by OEPHIUS(op): 9:47am On May 15, 2019 |
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| Politics › Re: Update On Water Supply In Enugu - Enugu State Government by OEPHIUS(op): 7:40pm On May 12, 2019 |
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| Politics › Update On Water Supply In Enugu - Enugu State Government by OEPHIUS(op): 7:38pm On May 12, 2019 |
Press Statement May 12, 2019 Re: Water supply in Enugu The Enugu State Water Corporation, wishes to inform the general public that the current low level of water supply to Enugu metropolis is as a result of the 600mm ductile iron transmission pipeline at Oji River Water Scheme, which got damaged at Obunofia, Ezeagu Local Government Area, early last week. Consequently, the corporation in keeping with the outcome of the recent town hall meeting on water by Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and stakeholders and its mandate to ensure adequate water supply to the good people of Enugu State, on Friday, night completed repairs of the damaged pipeline. Unfortunately, the heavy rain of the early hours of Thursday, disrupted power supply to both Ajalli and Oji River Water Schemes, which affected the production and distribution of water from the two schemes to Enugu metropolis. However, the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) and Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) are working to restore power supply to the two schemes, to enable the corporation supply water to Enugu metropolis. We therefore wish to reassure residents of the state of normal water supply once the power is restored, while further measures are been taken to comprehensively address the issue of water supply in the state. Signed: Engr. Chidozie Eze Managing Director, Enugu State Water Corporation Enugu State is in the hands of God! #amokelouis 1 Like
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| Education › Re: Pictures From The 13 Convocation Of Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka by OEPHIUS(op): 4:21am On May 11, 2019 |
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| Education › Re: Pictures From The 13 Convocation Of Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka by OEPHIUS(op): 4:21am On May 11, 2019*. Modified: 5:02pm On Oct 02, 2019 |
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| Education › Pictures From The 13 Convocation Of Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka by OEPHIUS(op): 4:20am On May 11, 2019 |
Enugu State Governor, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, was today at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, for its13th Convocation Ceremony, where three notable Nigerians, namely, Ambassador Babagana Kingibe, GCON, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, HRM, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, CFR, the Obi of Onitsha and Sir Emeka Offor, a successful business mogul, were conferred with Honoris Causa degrees of Doctor of Politics and Strategy, Doctor of Science, and Doctor of Entrepreneurship, respectively. Enugu State is truly in the hands of God! #amokelouis 1 Like
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| Politics › Ugwuanyi’s Wife Donates Cervical Cancer Screening Machines by OEPHIUS(op): 6:56pm On May 09, 2019 |
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| Politics › Re: Pictures As Enugu International Conference Centre Nears Completion by OEPHIUS(op): 4:48am On May 09, 2019 |
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| Politics › Pictures As Enugu International Conference Centre Nears Completion by OEPHIUS(op): 4:47am On May 09, 2019 |
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi's administration keeps faith with its resolve to complete the hitherto abandoned Enugu International Conference Centre, for the actualization of its inherent socio-economic benefits to the state, as the roofing of the edifice nears completion, for the next phase of intervention... Enugu State is truly in the hands of God. #amokelouis 3 Likes 1 Share
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| Politics › Re: Enugu State Governor Holds Thanksgiving For Election Victory (pics) by OEPHIUS(op): 6:11pm On May 05, 2019 |
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| Politics › Enugu State Governor Holds Thanksgiving For Election Victory (pics) by OEPHIUS(op): 6:06pm On May 05, 2019 |
Enugu State Governor, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, today attended the service of prayer and thanksgiving, organised by Methodist Church Nigeria, Diocese of Enugu, for his landslide victory at the last governorship election and the peace and security in the state. Below are colourful images from the event, held at Wesley Cathedral, Uwani, Enugu. Picture one: Archbishop of Enugu, Methodist Church Nigeria, Most Rev. Barr. Christopher Ede, Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, the Presbyter, Ngwo Circuit, Very Rev. Louis Ali and Speaker of the State Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edward Ubosi, during the service of prayer and thanksgiving. Truly, Enugu State is in the hands of God. #amokelouis
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| Politics › Osun Guber: We Now Have The Appeal Court In Our Pocket – Apc Leaders Boast by OEPHIUS(op): 8:48pm On May 03, 2019 |
Ever since the Tribunal judgement declaring Senator Ademola Adeleke as the rightfully elected Governor of Osun State, National Leader of the APC Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been working his network of Judiciary allies to see how to upturn the judgement on appeal at the Court of Appeal. He had since three weeks ago placed 2 million dollars on offer to anyone who would help compromise the Appeal Court panel but found nobody until last night in Abuja…A very happy APC Stalwart boasted last night. In a celebratory mood, he went further to say proudly that a former President of the Court of Appeal from Katsina State has been enlisted. He held a meeting with Tinubu yesterday and collected the money from him in cash with a promise to facilitate a favourable judgement from the Court of Appeal by disbursing a good part of the money to the Judges involved in the case. Tinubu left the premises with a promise for more, doling out various cash gifts to the staff of the man’s household in his usual manner. Details Laterhttp://leaders.ng/osun-guber-we-now-have-the-appeal-court-in-our-pocket-apc-leaders-boast/ 2 Likes
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| Politics › Re: Gov Ugwuanyi And Enugu Government Officials Welcome Osinbajo To Enugu (pics) by OEPHIUS(op): 5:16pm On May 03, 2019 |
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| Politics › Re: Gov Ugwuanyi And Enugu Government Officials Welcome Osinbajo To Enugu (pics) by OEPHIUS(op): 5:15pm On May 03, 2019 |
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| Politics › Gov Ugwuanyi And Enugu Government Officials Welcome Osinbajo To Enugu (pics) by OEPHIUS(op): 5:14pm On May 03, 2019 |
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State, accompained by his deputy, Hon. Mrs. Cecilia Ezeilo, heads of security agencies in the state and other top government functionaries, accords the Vice President, His Excellency, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, a warm reception at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, on his way to Anambra State, for an official engagement. Enugu State is in the hands of God. #amokelouis 4 Likes 1 Share
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| Politics › Int’l Body Lauds Ugwuanyi On Peace, Security, Good Governance by OEPHIUS(op): 9:03pm On May 02, 2019 |
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| Phones › Itel Mobile Celebrates “eggciting” Easter Fiesta With Customers Nationwide (pics by OEPHIUS(op): 6:24pm On May 02, 2019 |
Easter is certainly a magical time to spend quality time with family, eat lots of food, relax, and for most of us, enjoy that extra time off work. However, in reliving this joyous holiday, you can leave it up to Africa’s customer-centric brand, itel Mobile to up the ante on what it truly means to have an Eggciting Easter filled with love and goodies.http://authorityngr.com/2019/05/02/itel-mobile-itelmobileng-celebrates-eggciting-easter-fiesta-with-customers-nationwide/ |
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