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If Gov Obiano can attract $1.5 billion investments in the 1st quarter 2015, only God knows how much more investments he would have attracted before the end of year 2015. Good Job !!! # Ala Igbo on the move

Anambra Government projects $1.5bn investments for 2015
By BusinessNews Staff on December 21, 2014

The investment climate of Anambra State seems bright as the state government projects to attract about $1.5 billion worth of foreign direct investments into the state’s economy by the first quarter of 2015.

Already, the government says, in the past 10 months of the Governor Willie Obiano-led administration in the state, it has invested over $1.2 billion on the development of infrastructure across various sectors of the state’s economy, including agriculture, power generation, the hospitality industry, among others.

Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in the State, Chief Anthony Onyima, said in Awka, Anambra State capital that already, the state government had invested about $1.2 billion on infrastructural developments including agriculture, power generation, hospitality industry among others. He reiterated government’s commitment to the transformation of the state to a first choice investment destination across the South East region.

Onyinma who was special guest at the formal opening of the new ultra-modern office complex of Brande Aristotle in Awka commended the frontline advertising agency for what he called ‘’ the high level of professionalism’’ displayed by the agency in delivering top class marketing communications services in the state.

The Commissioner who noted that Brande Aristotle was the first Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON) registered, and Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) certified agency to open shop in the South East, charged the agency not to relent in its efforts, adding that, given the high level of expected investment inflow to the state, there would be need for more professional advice to investors by a competent advertising agency, in the highly specialised area of marketing communications.

“So far, we are satisfied with the quality of value you are adding presently to our state. We are glad your agency was convinced to come to Awka. The quality of professionalism we see in you is definitely unmatched’’ he said.

In his remark at the occasion, Managing Director and Chief Creative Officer, Brande Aristotle Limited, Mr Tony Odili Ujubuonu stated that the agency was committed to the task of delivering high quality marketing communication service to clients, adding that the move to open an office in Awka was the agency’s way of telling investors that the capacity was available to give support and to add value to every enterprise.

http://businessnews.com.ng/2014/12/21/anambra-government-projects-1-5bn-investments-2015/

oneeast:
I personally called him on phone to stay action so that this thread can flow peaceful. If I start replying all the ill-posts here this thread will not survive another day.

Let us all sheath our swords so that peace will reign here.

Chino Dike "Ochudo II of Nairaland"

tabletman1:
Mr Man shut up and stop typing like a mad man.
Ojukwu moving the biafran capital to umuahia has noting to do with all these village war you're typing.
Which city aside from Onitsha in Anambra is developing?
Do you want Ojukwu to move the capital to a business area?
You normally make stupid assumption like a daft ape.
You're now using Aguleri to measure the strength of the whole anambra even at that Aguleri people will smack whatever village you come from black and blue.
Because you're being opportune to read concocted news online does not make you know about aguleri people.
They have been fighting their war without calling for backup from any village or rented fighters.
This oil clash is not their first clash with Igala people.
They have fought igala people from a community in enugu state just because of ordinary fish pond.
Currently they are not only waging war against odeke people, they are also fighting their neighboring igala community called echeano. They have put a stop via fishing activities at the only river(inalo river) echeano people fish from, the land that surrounded that river in which they do their farming activities is not deserted.

But you can always feed your ego with the crap you got from internet
Are you not the guy that doesn't know the location of imo convention center?

What do u mean by this statement?
How does two useless entity represent anambra state?
What kind of useless assumption is this?

You are a deranged ape, an damn coconut head !!! Did you read the m0ronic comment of OdeniroAruli ? Well i insist that the rubbish happening in Aguleri can't happen in Abia. You can ask the Ibibios that are in land dispute with Abia their story. If you know the village i come from and their anticidents, you would not make the ignorant comment of Aguleri smacking us. I insist in a war between Abia and Anambra; Abia would quash Anambra because Abia is consist of many war mongering communities. I am not what you say i am.

OdenigboAroli:
Nwokem,I speak with facts not emotions. Besides,I wouldn't wanna awash this thread with hardcore facts that will hurt your little ego. You know nothing about Igbo culture and socio-political hierarchy. Abeg,lets get back to the topic before dimkpa etiwaa akwa na Nairaland...lol

Let the game begin !!! SHOW ME YOUR FALLACIOUS FACTS LET ME ALSO SHOW YOU MINE !!! I WILL LET YOU KNOW THAT EMPTY BARRELS LIKE YOU MAKE THE LOUDEST NOISE !!!

abagoro:
Obasanjo was corrupt but he never stole 16billion. The truth is that money was lavished on importation of materials and construction of power plants which were not completed by the end of his tenure.

As for Abacha I swear his name was dented with conspiracy. Tell me how he could have stolen and at the same time developed Abuja and Niger Delta area, stabilized the value of Naira, subsidised petroleum products, did not borrow a dime and oil was barely 9dollar per barrel to a peak of 15 Dollars per barrel all through his 5 years in power with lower production. Tell me where the stolen money comes from.

I CAN SEE YOU KNOW LITTLE OF NIGERIAN POLITICS

oneeast:
No be small thing nwanne..lolzzz

With the way Gov Obiano is going with investment attraction, i won't be surprised when Ndi Ofe and Ndi Ugwu begin to claim Onitsha is no mans land

B2mario:
i will go to Aba next week nd update you.

Ok.

OdenigboAroli:
Yes,Anambra is the political powerhouse of the east. In every society there will always be leaders and Anambra is the leaders of the east. Everybody cant be equal ,we all have a role to play in this life. Some of these roles are bestowed on us by God. I am my fathers first son and that inadvertently makes me the next in line to lead the family after my father and I didnt make myself an Okpala,it was God that ordained me. Those who do not acknowledge and honor greatness will never be great in life. If you chose to vote an incompetent candidate because he belongs to Apga be my guest but dont start crying about how Abians has been unlucky to elect a capable hand. Your future is in your hands ,play your cards well.

COCONUT HEAD LEADS ONLY COCONUT HEADS. ANAMBRA IS THE LAST BORN IN IGBOLAND THATS WHY YOU GUYS HAVE THE SMALLEST LAND MASS. COMMON IGALA DEY GIVE YOU GUYS TROUBLE BECAUSE YOU LOTS ARE LAST BORN IN IGBOLAND. ASK THE IBIBIOS TO TELL YOU THEIR WAR STORIES WITH THE ABIANS OR READ THE AROCHUKWU, BENDE AND OHAFIA WAR STORIES THEN YOU WOULD REALISE WHY OJUKWU MOVED THE BIAFRAN CAPITAL TO UMUAHIA. ANAMBRA IS LEAST IN IGBO LAND

biafranking:
i cannot deny that comment,but they opened a free trade zone To attracts the world and make their state an industral zone...
We can also do it in imo...bro...

Don't mind him. IMO STATE MUST BE INDUSTRIALISED.

Abagworo:
I sense you are rather a pro-Jonathan than pro-Nigeria hence your approach to obvious issues. Obasanjo was corrupt but never lavished Nigeria's money and never condoled open corruption from even his close friends. There was no subsidy fraud and our debts were paid off under him. Compare with today and be the judge.

Don't say what you don't know !!! Obasanjo stole $16 BILLION from the energy sector. His EFCC is only used as an attack dog for his political opponents while his allies reaped the country without opposition. Most privatized assets where sold far below their actual market prices to cronies acting on his behalf and for themselves.

ChimaAdeoye:
[size=13pt]Agriculture is a good area to focus on in order to industrialize quickly.

Imo state gave Malaysia and Indonesia palm tree seedlings, which they have used to become rich countries and world leaders in palm oil and by-products produce. We must tap into our agricultural blessings and develop it into a business. We also have good weather for Rubber and Cocoa trees which we should exploit fully and build industries around those cash crops.
One of the reasons i am very happy with the falling oil price is that it cures us of the oil madness which has prevented investment in agriculture.

Palm oil can be canned in tins and exported, it can be used in soap making, additives to medications etc. Imo can always partner with investors willing to add value to our agricultural produce by packaging them well for export and internal consumption in Super-markets across Nigeria.

The Imo poultry at Avuru built by Dee Sam Mbakwe have been abandoned. What happened to getting a competent company to take it over, while the government will assist them in reviving it and producing frozen chicken and eggs for the entire SE and SS zone? These things aren't too hard to do if we have men of vision that understand Agriculture NOT OIL is the only way to bring our people into prosperity and maintain a high standard of living.[/size]

You are right

RIP Brave Soldier

Abagworo:
Yes we do and it starts with you and I. However I will rather site my industry in Aba and my Hotel in Owerri and my oil servicing business in Port Harcourt. Thats my own understanding of the 3 cities and so is it for most of the people I know.

Imo State can accommodate all of them and they would still be very profitable

Abagworo:
It depends on your level of awareness. Agriculture is not something you can notice if not into it. I have a friend who is so grateful to Okorocha for that palm awareness. He said he bought some fast yielding palm from Imo government at subsidised price and is today a millionaire. He was a job seeker as at 2011.

WE NEED INDUSTRIES IN IMO STATE TO CATER FOR THE LARGE NUMBER OF GRADUATES LOOKING FOR JOB. SAYING IMO STATE DON'T NEED INDUSTRIES SHOWS LACK OF UNDERSTAND OF THE ECONOMIC SITUATION IN IMO STATE

B2mario:
Emmysoftyou gudmorning, i can see you viewing.

How are you cleaning your environment?

What is happening at the Aba Industrial City whose construction commenced last year ?

ALA IMO STATE WU OBODO UKWU

GOD BLESS ALA IGBO

Imo State is a wonderful place to be

Charlesdonald:
Announcement!!!Announcement!!!Announcement!!!


This is to invite the whole members of this thread to the christmas night Celebration(watch night) on the 24 of december and the Christmas mass on 25 of december At the ecumenical centre owerri




Come and be bless

What is the seating capacity of this Ecumenical Center ?

OdenigboAroli:
If you like keep campaigning for T. A Orji boy but bear it in mind that nothing good comes from evil. And its mischievous for you to say Otti isnt an Ngwa man. For ffuck sake the man has made it clear that his forefathers migrated from Arochukwu and settled in Isi Alangwa in the 18th century and ever since then they have become Ngwa because they settled there and never went back. Stop misleading people. Alex Otti is an Ngwa man.

You said Anambra is the political power house that decide who becomes governor in each state. In other words APGA is the party by Anambra, from Anambra and for Anambra and you people are so superior as to impose on the people who becomes governor.

Why are you appealing to him to support your party. Educated Anambra APGA members are trying to make it a pan Igbo party where every Igbo state have EQUAL rights and privileges. If the m0ronic tendencies of you and your co-travelers are not checked or APGA comes under the "false supremacy stu.pidity" prominent among you lots, then APGA shall remain only in Anambra State because BASED ON THE IGBO CULTURE ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL. NO IGBO STATE WOULD ACCEPT COCONUT HEADS LIKE YOU AND YOUR DELUDED LOTS AS LEADERS AND IF IT COMES TO WARFARE IMO, ABIA, EBONYI, ANIOMA ARE THE STRONGEST WITH ANAMBRA COMING LAST.

CaptainOjemba:
If there is a guy worthy of emulation I say you deserve it more, thank you so sos so much, Ndi Imo ndi ogom Chukwu gozie unu.

Thanks bro !!! The task to make Ndi Igbo more united and promote development in Ala Igbo is a collective responsibility.

GOD BLESS IMO STATE, GOD BLESS IGBOLAND

I LOVE IMO STATE. IMO STATE NO N'AKA CHUKWU

Imo State have a good number of nice relaxation spots suitable for families, loved ones and friends. You should consider relaxing in some of this nice places this Christmas season.

Ala Imo State wu Oke Mba !!!

Charlesdonald:
dere is a fountain and the extreme end

Get us the pictures of the fountain.

IMO STATE IS A DEVELOPED, BEAUTIFUL AND HOSPITABLE PLACE TO BE

Potentials of abandoned Abadaba Lake, Obowo

In the heart of Obowo Local Government in Imo State lays a magnificent lake called the Abadaba Lake lying abandoned and desolate in Obowo West.
The natural lake, which is definitely one of the natures gift to the people of Imo state, has remained undeveloped and underutilised because of neglect by the state government.
Imo State is blessed with two great lakes, the Oguta Lake, which is the most prominent and developed and the relatively unknown Abadaba Lake, which the state government has paid no attention to, probably because of its location in the interior village of Obowo.
But this may not be a problem considering the location of Obudu Cattle Ranch in Cross River State and Ikogosi Warm Spring Resort in Ekiti State, which are in interior villages. A great deal of fun and excitement awaits tourists and visitors at the Oguta Lake owing to its Treasure Conference Centre, but the same cannot be said of the Abadaba Lake Resort.
As other states in the country are moving towards the promotion and development of tourism, Imo state is paying lip service to its abundant tourism resources.
Just recently, the state government announced with much excitement that it has discovered oil in some of the local governments in state including Obowo; this will definitely make good news than the development of the Abadaba Lake Resort, which has been abandoned over a long time and now in ruins.
Abadaba lake has a temperature of between 26°C to 32°C during the raining season and the nights are cool during this period with the lowest temperature ranging from 10°C to 120°C recorded between June and September, which is the rainy season.
The lake located between the serene villages of Odenkume and Okwuohia in Obowo Local Government and another small village on the other side called Umuezegwu, is a wonder of nature to behold.
Obowo is bounded on one side by Mbaise and on the other side by Ihime Mbano Local Government, Ihitte Uboma Local Government and on the other side by Umuopara Umuahia, the capital of Abia State, which is demarcated by a river called Imo River where the state got the name Imo.
In recent times, a big market has been created in Obowo from the confusion resulting from the poor handling of the relocation of traders from the Umuahia main market which governor Okorocha cashed in on to establish a big market in the boundary between the two states, called the Malaysian market by the people.
Approaching the lake from a distance due to its location and topography of the area, one will think that the massive lake is a cloud in the sky, but on getting closer, the picture of the serene lake presents itself cool and calm.
The enchantment and serenity of the lake is quite captivating in a location that is sparsely inhabited. The beauty of the lake can hold any tourist back on his first visit, but there is nothing there to keep any visitor back as the magnificent lake has remained a project on paper.
Very close to the lake is another small river called Onuiyi River where people swim and do some other things. In between the river is a small tree demarking the lake and the river, creating some fear in the minds of people swimming in the small river that the lake may one day overflow into the river and drown hundreds of people.
But there is a myth by the local people that the deity of the lake approached that of the small river so that they will drown the people by flowing into each other. But the goddess of the small river refused, and based on that refusal, the two reached an agreement not to flow into each other and in between them was planted a small tree to mark the boundary where each of the water bodies will not pass.
Even the villagers explained that when you bring the water from the lake and pour it into water from the river, one would rise above the other, as the two waters do not meet.
A visit to the massive lake showed the wonder of the whole legend, especially the much talked about ‘small tree ‘demarcating a small river from a big lake which when looked closely, the demarcation of the two body of water creates that fear even when the little space that separates the lake and the river is obvious.
Though the people swim at the other end of the river, the other side appears intimidating, calm, and stagnant.
Despite the huge potential of the state, the tourism sector has not performed well due to little or no attention paid to this sector, which some states in country are tapping as another source of revenue generation.
For Imo State to take its rightful position in tourism’s growth and development, and as a destination of choice, concrete steps must be taking to reposition the sector through well planned programmes and policies that will help in bringing radical changes .
According to checks by this paper, it was revealed that the lake was among the remarkable projects embarked upon by the then government of late Dr. Sam Mbakwe, the first governor of the state as the Abadaba Lake Resort. But was abandoned when that government was overthrown by the military government of major general Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) in December 31, 1983.
The Abadaba Lake Resort, which has been abandoned for over 31 years, should have been a major reference point in terms of tourism destination in Imo State alongside the Oguta Lake of Treasure Conference Centre, which has so far received a lot of attention from the state government.
The construction site and works that was done before the administration was overthrown was vandalised, and the whole place was looted and today the laudable dreams of the late Sam Mbakwe lay in ruins with other administration after him not disposed to revisiting the project.
During the regime of Governor Ikedi Ohakim, the Abadaba Lake Resort was among the tourism projects listed by his administration among tourism sites that will be upgraded to international standard.
But his government was only able to refurbish the Oguta Lake Resort which was later rebranded to Oguta Wonder Lake Resort, but Governor Rochas Okorocha criticised the project when he came on board saying it was poorly done.
He undertook a facelift of the project and rebranded it as Oguta Lake of Treasure Conference Centre, but Abadaba was forgotten.
Obowo local government is also blessed with various cultural festivals like Iwa Akwa festival, celebrated every three years by all the communities. There is the Mbomuzo festival, (community sanitation and cleanliness), Ntumamka festival, (emphasises ancestral lineage). The Egbenkwu festival, which is celebrated in September. Okonko Masquerade, Igbu, Ewu Ukwu festival, which glorifies fertility in the female folk, among other festivals.
But according to tourism practitioners, they maintained that the waterways represent a big asset that must be protected and treasured as the water asset represents great opportunities for tourism, sports, transport and business and this calls for a collective effort to maximise this asset’s potential for leisure, sports, recreation, transportation and business.
Apart from the Abadaba Lake, many other lakes that adorn the country’s landscape are worth seeing like the Kanji Lake, the Nike lake Resort in Enugu, the Chad Lake that flanks Nigeria and Chad.
The Abadaba Lake Resort project can actually enhance the growth of the state’s economy through government’s encouragement of tourism investment and funding, using policies like tax holiday for tourism related investments, where investment in tourism development. This can count for tax rebates or discount, increased access to foreign investors and funding agencies with special concession to encourage inflow of foreign capital.
The rebuilding or repositioning of the abandoned and dilapidated Abadaba Lake Resort in Obowo can be used as a tool to develop the state economy because the sector is very sustainable. Through the creation of jobs, the problem of unemployment facing the state including the slow rate of industrialisation could be eradicated. Tourism presents the state the ideal solution to this problem, if given the proper attention.
The state can take a cue from Cross River, Ekiti with the Ikogosi Warm Spring Resort and what other states are doing to promote tourism to reposition the abandoned Abadaba Lake Resort to a world-class facility.

http://nigeria.gounna.com/show/show/187164/1

Entertainer hosts Asaigbo Beauty Pageant in Owerri

An entertainer, Mr Mike Akubueze, has advised governments and peoples of the South East zone to invest in the entertainment industry to create jobs for the youths.

Akubueze, founder of Asaigbo Beauty Pageant, gave the advice at the grand finale of Asaigbo Beauty Pageant 2014 in Owerri on Saturday.

He told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that entertainment industry had the potential to create thousands of jobs and reduce the rate of anti-social conducts by youths in the area.

“Youths from the South East zone constitute greater percentage of Nollywood actors and actresses in Nigeria, and yet governments of the five South East states have less interest in the industry.

“If government encourages investment in this sector, thousands of youths from the zone will be gainfully employed in the industry,’’ he said. Akubueze said he came up with the Asaigbo beauty pageant to address the problem of nudity in the attire of most young girls in Igboland and as well tackle the menace of street trading by the girl-child.

“Contestants are required to showcase the traditional Igbo attire, no form of nudity in the name of dressing is allowed.

“The aim is to redirect the minds of our young girls and make them understand that they are tomorrow’s mothers and conscience of the society’’, Akubueze said.

He said that the winner of the contest would go home with a brand new Toyota Corola car, while the second and third position would get other prizes. Akubueze hinted that apart from the Asaigbo beauty pageant, he planned to build cultural centre in the South/East and collaborate with the law enforcement agencies to check street trading during school hours by underage girls.

http://dailyindependentnig.com/2014/11/entertainer-hosts-asaigbo-beauty-pageant-owerri/

Shoprite Group is Recruiting for their new stores in Owerri, Abuja, Onitsha and Akure

Take the next step to where the sky's the limit with the Shoprite Group of Companies at our new stores in Akure Ondo State, Owerri Imo State, Abuja Federal Capital Territory and Onitsha Anambra State.

Job Title: Branch Managers

These management roles will see you:
• planning and organising the medium and longterm activities of the branch
• monitoring stock
• ensuring that set targets are achieved
• managing staff, including the implementation and maintenance of HR systems. procedures and policies' identifying opportunities and dealing with customer, staff and equipment related matters' taking full responsibility for branch success
from a pro t-loss perspective.

Essential requirements for the managerial positions include:
• a retail-related tertiary qualification (four-year university degree) is required' at least three years' managerial experience (Branch Managers/Sales Managers/Admin Managers)
• previous work experience in a service or retail-related industry
• proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• sound product knowledge· exposure to management systems in the furniture/retail industry' an interest and demonstrated track-record in the retail industry' good project planning and organising abilities' effective leadership skills' a valid driver's licence.

Job Title: Sales Managers

Your key performance areas will include:
• ensuring effective merchandising in the store ensuring production adheres to the agreed system· ensuring stock availability' managing wastage in all departments ensuring effective housekeeping, as well as Health and Safety' managing staff.

Essential requirements for the managerial positions include:
• a retail-related tertiary qualification (four-year university degree) is required' at least three years' managerial experience (Branch Managers/Sales Managers/Admin Managers)
• previous work experience in a service or retail-related industry
• proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• sound product knowledge· exposure to management systems in the furniture/retail industry' an interest and demonstrated track-record in the retail industry' good project planning and organising abilities' effective leadership skills' a valid driver's licence.



Job Title: Admin Managers

As an Admin Manager, you will:
• implement and maintain administrative systems, procedures and policies' implement and maintain nancial budgets' implement and maintain the loss control system
• ensure adherence to health, safety and housekeeping standards' manage staff, which includes the implementation and maintenance of HR systems, procedures and policies.

Essential requirements for the managerial positions include:
• a retail-related tertiary qualification (four-year university degree) is required' at least three years' managerial experience (Branch Managers/Sales Managers/Admin Managers)
• previous work experience in a service or retail-related industry
• proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• sound product knowledge· exposure to management systems in the furniture/retail industry' an interest and demonstrated track-record in the retail industry' good project planning and organising abilities' effective leadership skills' a valid driver's licence.



Job Title: Trainee Managers

These management roles will see you:
• planning and organising the medium and longterm activities of the branch' monitoring stock' ensuring that set targets are achieved' managing staff· identifying and solving problems relating to customers, staff and equipment· taking full responsibility for branch success from a pro t-loss perspective.

Essential requirements for the managerial positions include:
• a retail-related tertiary qualification (four-year university degree) is required' at least three years' managerial experience (Branch Managers/Sales Managers/Admin Managers)
• previous work experience in a service or retail-related industry
• proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• sound product knowledge· exposure to management systems in the furniture/retail industry' an interest and demonstrated track-record in the retail industry' good project planning and organising abilities' effective leadership skills' a valid driver's licence.



Job Title: Stock Administrators

You will maintain an accurate stock ledger through:
• ensuring that all stock movement is accounted for reporting on and ensuring sufficient in-stock status at all times' analysing, actioning and reporting on stock reports.

To qualify, you will need:
• a university degree (preferably a Cost Control related qualification)' computer literacy (MS Excel)
• sound numerical skills.



How to Apply

Please Note: Successful candidates must be willing to work during weekends and on public holidays. In addition to excellent career opportunilies, the Shoprite Group offers market-related remuneration packages, which include attractive benefits. To apply, forward your CV, covering letter and a copy of your CV in confidence to:

Adeola Kagho at recruitmentNG@shoprite.co.za (clearly stating the position for which you are applying)

Application Closing date: 5 December 2014

Pictures of New Owerri

Imo is Blessed by God