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AWKA NORTH AND SOUTH 2023: IDE UMUAWULU VISITS APGA NATIONAL CHAIRMAN, DECLARES INTEREST TO CONTEST

...says Federal Constituency needs fresh ideas

Sunday, the 13th of March, 2022, turned out to be some sort of carnival at the Amawbia residence of the indefatigable National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, (APGA) Dr. Ozonkpu Victor Ike-Oye, as the Umuawulu-born maritime expert and philanthropist, High Chief Dr Azubuike Ekweozor (Ide Umuawulu, Nwanayoeze), visited to intimate him, officially, of his intention to run for Awka North and South Federal Constituency.

Joining Ide Umuawulu for the all important and significant visit were hundreds of Party Stalwarts, stakeholders, traditional rulers from Awka North and South, various support groups, captains of industry and business tycoons, professionals, friends and associates.

While making his declaration, the aspirant eloquently expressed his genuine intentions for and desire to represent the good people of Awka North and South Federal Constituency at the National Assembly.

"I am here to respectfully intimate and declare my intention before the National Chairman of our great party APGA, to vie for Awka North and South Federal House of Representatives election come 2023" he enthused.

"I am an APGA chieftain with a strong record of delivering and experience in making tough decisions. As we prepare for the journey ahead, I hope we all can join hands to get the ticket of our great party, APGA, and build a Federal Constituency that actually works for all of us", Ide Umuawulu continued.

"Join me to make our communities safer and provide real opportunities for you and your families. It is time for a fresh idea in Àwka North and South", he concluded.

The National Chairman, Ozonkpu Ike-Oye, who revealed that Ide Umuawulu is a breed, said his mission at the national assembly if he gets the nod, will be to make life better for the people, as be never doubted his capacity.

He noted that the party under his watch will send its best eleven for every elective position in 2023 and that every vote leading to the primaries must count, and will count.

Speaking about the large turnout at the event, Ozonkpu said that it spoke volume about the person of Ide Umuawulu.

"The crowd here is unprecedented. Everyone here came to support you and that's because you've been doing very well and you've spoken well", he concluded.

The general consensus at the gathering was that Ide Umuawulu has all _“the character traits of a good leader”_ and he is what the Federal Constituency needs right now.

In his vote of thanks, the board Chairman of Pinnacle Friends Club of Nigeria, High Chief Christopher Ndubuisi (Ikenga Umuawulu), thanked the National Chairman for receiving the aspirant and his entourage and commended him for assuring that there would be free and fair primary election. He assured Ozonkpu that the Ide Umuawulu project is on course and it's prepared with the support of major stakeholders.

The significant part of the event was open declaration of support to Ide Umuawulu by Rt.Hon.Harford Oseke (Ebekuedike Umuawulu) former Deputy Speaker Anambra State House of Assembly who said that he relinquished his ambition to vie for Awka North and South Federal Constituency because he considered Ide Umuawulu imminently qualified for that position. A sacrifice he said was in the interest of Obizi and by extension Awka North and South. He accordingly urged that any kind consideration which ought to have been given to him in this regard should now be given to Ide Umuawulu.

Dignitaries present include: Chief Emeka Jude Agumadu ( OzodinakaChukwu); Chief Emmanuel Ndubuisi (Ukpaka Umuawulu); Hon. Pius Okoye (Ozo mpkuruobi Amawbia) member representing Awka South 11 Constituency, Hon. Patrick Obalum Udoba, member representing Anambra West Constituency;

Others were; HRM Igwe Joel Egwuonwu (EzeUdo II of Umuawulu); Traditional ruler of Umuawulu, Aka Ji Ofo Nri, Azaoku Chukwudinigbo Agwuna (Igwe Mkpume of Enugwu-ukwu), Traditional ruler of Nise, Igwe Romanus Iloh (Ise na Ise), Building Materials International Market President, Chief Jude Nwankwo (Ochendo Umuawulu), Vincent Agiliga (Nwakanwa Na Umuawulu).

Members of Diamond Fitness Club of Nigeria ably led by it's Grand Patron High Chief Dr. Ambassador Chigozie Nwaolisa (Ochiora Ndigbo), Igwe Ochiagha 1 of Ndi Ikpa, Chief Obumnaeme Ezeokonkwo (Ozo Ezeani of Ichida), members of Ide Global Movement, Obizi First Son Movement, New Eastern Nigeria Movement, critical Stakeholders of Obizi Stakeholders Forum, and business associates of Ide Umuawulu, who's who in Obizi and Awka North and South, Captains of Industries, members of various social clubs from Lagos, Abuja and parts of the country, members of Elite friends Onitsha club led by it's President Chief Chuka Gabriel ( Ukwuoma kpolu Nnewi ) amongst others were present at the event.

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Justice Development and Peace Caritas (JDPC) Awka Diocese, the social arm of the church tasked with ensuring good governance and sound political participation within the society, held its press conference earlier today, addressing amongst other things, its CLIP Clinic Initiative and position in the forthcoming gubernatorial election in the State.

In his address, the Director, Rev. Fr. Levi Ndubisi Ukor, stated that in couple of days the good people of Anambra state will be presented with another opportunity to choose who becomes their governor for the next four years.

Sharing JDPC's concerns with the recent security challenges in the state, a development he said Anambra is not known for in the past seven years, Rev. Ukor, however, reassured, "amidst this sad situation and more, what can we do? We must not lose hope. The Justice, Peace and Development Caritas (JDPC) Awka Diocese has not and will never lose hope. We wish to encourage the good people of Anambra state to stay strong in this trying moment".

Thanking the Obiano's administration and other government agencies for swiftly rising to these challenges, the Director also commend the electoral umpire, INEC, in what he described as giant stride with the introduction of electronic voting. And also JDPC be part of the monitoring process for the election.

Rev. Ukor revealed that in the past years JDPC have consistently observe and report elections in the state, and the November 6th election won't be an exception. In ensuring a peaceful conduct of the election, the group called on all candidates to allow their interest be driven by passion in order provide quality leadership to the people.

Call against voters intimidation was also made and the security agencies charged to do more to protect the average Anambrarian who is willing to exercise his or her franchise.

Appreciating the unwavering support and paternal guidance of Lord Bishops Most Rev. Paulinus Chukwuemeka Ezeokafor and his auxiliary Most Rev. Jonas Benson Okoye, the Director assured that JDPC monitoring team will be on ground to observe and report facts.

My Nelson Nwaenyi, Project Supervisor of JDPC, moderated the press conference and at interval dwell more on the CLIP Clinic Initiative, which stands for Community Legislative Interactive Platform.

OMAH LAY AND ZUBBY MICHAEL SET TO HEADLINE 'EASTER FIESTA' THIS EASTER

NIBO, AWKA and its environs will come alive during the Easter celebrations as A-list music, movie stars, and arrays of Comedians prepare to storm the area for a show tagged 'MUZZY WORLD ENTERTAINMENT - Easter Fiesta'.

The fiesta will hold on Monday, 5th April at the MUZZY WORLD ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE, Eke Nibo by Mbaukwu Road, Awka South.

The event, organised to set a record in the social and entertainment scenes in Anambra is an initiative of High Chief Azubuike Ekweozor (Ide Umuawulu Nwanayoeze), founder Ide Global Movement and CEO Muzzy World Entertainment Centre.

Popular Nollywood Actor, ZUBBY MICHAEL, will make special appearance, and the icing on the cake, OMAH LAY, is among the artistes billed to perform.

So, if you are wondering what to do or the event that could spark up your Easter holiday, this is the place to be.

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The Commissioner of Women and Children Affairs, Lady Mrs Ndidi Mezue, Ada Dioramma , was moved to tears as she visited, in an undisclosed hospital, Onitsha, the three kids rescued from one Rejoice Raymond and her aged mother Chidi Felicia Nwafor last week on 19th February, 2021, in a raid carried out by policemen attached to 3-3 Police station, Nkwelle.

Recall during the raid that evening, the three children were found naked with their hands and legs tied, as the women were alleged to pound those kids in mortar for their devilish intentions.

Arriving at the special ward were the kids are being given medical attention and taken care of, Lady Ndidi Mezue, expressed shock at the level of inhuman treatment the children were subjected to, as they had scars, with fresh bruises from a purported infliction meted on them.

The doctor on call appraised the Commissioner on the extensive and prompt medical attention given to the kids so far since they were admitted, as Lady Mezue emphasised that such report will guide the Ministry on when it will be safe to move them.

The kids were beginning to show sign of life except for the girl among them, gift, who according to the Doctor, was said to sustain fracture in her arm but will be taken care of.

With the case now transferred to the State CID, Awka, Lady Mezue has assured that the case will be given the much accelerated hearing and everyone involved will face the law, as the State Government, through the Ministry will continue fight child abuses in Anambra.

For Jeff, Ikechukwu and Gift, the visit of the Commissioner brought gleams of hope, after the torturous experience they were exposed to at their tender age.

Some change of clothes and enough provisions to sustain them during their time at the hospital, to aid their quick recovery. Also, a special nurse from the Ministry was assign to them, to look after them.

Before the visit, the Commissioner had earlier stopped at the 33 Police Station Nkwelle, as she met with the CSP Bawa Sale, appreciating him and his men for their conduct and prompt response.


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Few Months After, See Transformation of the little girl who was once abused by her foster mother late last year.

When the Commissioner for Women and Children Affairs, Lady Mrs Ndidi Mezue Ada Dioramma, rescued her in November 2020, there were little chances that the kid would survive the numerous ragged scars ravaging her body from wire beating and red-hot machete that her foster mother used on her.

Two months after, with the right care and attention, surrounded by loving people, this little angel, shines with life as one can see in her new transformation.

You can’t but wonder what would have happened with her had the Ministry not come to her rescue and treated her properly.

For Ada Dioramma, every child in our society has the right to food and education, and to live a dignified life.

The Child Rights Act of 2003 makes it an offence to subject any child to physical or emotional torture, or submit them to any inhuman or degrading treatment. And Anambra State, through the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, has domesticated the Child Rights Act, with other specific provisions for other kind of abuses.

Under the Commissioner's supervising there has been an increase in advocacy across the state to deal with issues like this.

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ANAMBRA COMMISSIONER RESCUES BRUTALISED TODDLER IN ABAGANA ACCUSED OF WITCHCRAFT

The Commissioner of Women and Children Affairs, Lady Ndidi Mezue, has come to the rescue of a 6 years old child, brutalized by her foster mother in Abagana.

The child whose name is Amanda was spotted by a good Samaritan, Miss Loritha Ebere Obelue from Akpu Village, Abagana, who noticed the burnt and severe scars all over body and raised alarm.

The Ministry through the Child's department swung into action immediately and the culprit, 39 years old, Agatha Uba, from Imo State was picked and brought to the Ministry for questioning.

Seeing the the wrenching mutilated body of the child, drove Lady Ndidi Mezue to tears, as she demanded from the mother why she subjected the child to such inhuman treatment.

Releasing that nemesis has caught up with her and speaking from both sides of the mouth, Mrs Agatha said her pastor revealed to her that the child was a witch, after years of watching her misbehave and showing signs of witchcraft.

And to deliver her, Amanda will be handcuffed, beaten and kept days indoors, some days without food until rescue came her way.

From preliminary investigation, it was discovered that the woman, had other 3 children under her custody, and all were allegedly stolen, as she has no child of her own.

Because Amanda was found in a delicate state, owing to the inhumane treatment, Lady Ndidi Mezue, who fed and clothe her, has promised the Ministry will follow up the case. She instructed that a team from the Ministry go to Abagana immediately and rescue the remaining kids and the case taken up by the appropriate authorities further investigation.

Thousands of children are accused of being witches in this part of the world, and the children are tortured, and even killed.

The protection of children from violence, including harmful practices is part of the responsibilities the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs is strongly upholding.

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The humanitarian effort of Her Excellency, Chief Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano, Osodieme, has continued to gather appreciable recognition, both locally and international.

Tonight, at the main auditorium of the Governor's lodge, Amawbia, and joined by her supportive and working husband, Governor Willie Obiano, she is being decorated in a gala dinner with the SUN Award as THE MOST SUPPORTIVE FIRST LADY OF THE YEAR 2019.

This prestigious award from the SUN Publishing Limited, publisher of the SUN newspaper, came on the heels her unwavering magnanimity towards the indigent, less privileged, physically and mentally challenged, and Children, in Anambra and the society at large.

Amongst her numerous humanitarian service, include;

1. Construction of over 22 modern public toilets in rural markets across Anambra State.

2. The completion of 47 water borehole projects to complement her husband efforts in water supply.

3. Facilitating free corrective surgeries for over 100 children and persons with congenital mouth disorders of Cleft lip and Cleft palate

4. Providing over 2000 physically challenged persons with prosthetic limbs and mobility aides.

5. Promotion of human capital development with over 5,000 women beneficiaries, including widows and physically challenged, trained and empowered in various skills.

6. Successfully treated and returned home over 100 mentally challenged persons at its 77-bed facility in Nteje.

And many more.

Osodieme through her NGO CAFE, has touched thousands of live and she is still in the business of touching more life.

This is one award that she rightly deserved and merited. Congratulations to her, as ndi Anambra and lovers of good things celebrates her benevolent heart.

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Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu has a better grassroot structure than any other politician in Anambra State

A frontline pressure group in Anambra, Sustenance Of Faith In Governance, SOFIG, with strong grassroot presence in the 21 Local Government Areas of the State, today, at the Emmaus House, Awka, made a convincing statement with the inauguration of its Excos, and a passionate appeal to Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, Ikukuoma Ndigbo, to heed the call of the people and contest the 2021 Governorship election.

SOFIG Chairperson in Anambra, Lady Ngozi Osi Agbata, in her address, stated that the group, which believe that the present administration under Governor Willie Obiano has done exceedingly well, seeks the continuity and sustenance of such ideals.

"SOFIG is confidence that the traditional good governance, which Obiano's administration is known for can be sustained if the mantle is passed on to Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu" she enthused.

"Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu is one personality that has proven his mettle, in both private business, political adminstration and social life".

"We strongly and passionately appeal to Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu to heed our call and contest the Guber election in Anambra State in 2021. We pledge our support to every effort that will actualize this noble cause" she concluded.

In the same vein, the Chairman of the occasion, Chief Simon Isuorah describe Ikukuoma as the only credible and viable individual to continue where Governor Willie Obiano will stop, because all his life, he has dedicated himself to the service of those around him.

Chief Isuorah highlighted the excellent impact, Ikukuoma has made in the lives of many without him seeking unnecessary attention and praises. He vowed that the group, will stop at nothing to persuade Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, to listen to the people and answer their call.

To the Convener of the group, Hon Kingsley Ezekwelu, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, the large turnout, was an indication that the people are only ready to support a people oriented grassrooted individual, in the mould of Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu.

Ezekwelu, who stated that both, the working Governor Willie Obiano and Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, share something in common, and that's their knack for good governance.

"Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu's social life has always been about improving the lots of the people. He has build massive industries here in Anambra, built over 400 houses for the indigent, construct roads, etc, and above all he's a man of God", he stated.

According to Ezekwelu the hour and time has come, and Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu will make ndi Anambra proud by harkening to their voice and picking up the gauntlet.

With hundreds of SOFIG members at the auditorium singing and chanting, in support of Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, the dice is cast. Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, Ikukuoma Ndigbo, will be making the right decision when he listens to the clarion call.

The Royal Father of the day was HRH Igwe Dennis Adindu Okafor, Ezebube 2 of Ojoto and the highpoint of the occasion was the inauguration of State Excos.

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Awka Youth Chairman, Tochukwu Nwaokoye Nwosu( Onyewo Awka) and all Awka youths took a stand today. They said, No destruction of properties or invasion by hoodlums.

They are protecting SEMA warehouse at Immigration junction and other places in Awka right now. They warned marauders from other states trying to cause mayhem to stop.

Every youth in all Communities in Anambra should stand up.

#ProtectAnambra

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Here is a video clip of the vandalization of Imoru Police Station in Ijebu Ode from the ongoing #EndSARS protest.


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If you still think Igbo Presidency in 2023 will be a fail mission, then you need to watch this video now. You will change your mind
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A powerful movement for the actualization of Igbo Presidency come 2023 gets underway as it was launched today at Awka, the State capital of Anambra State.

The epoch making summit had in attendance respected individuals of Igbo extraction, such as Sen. Ben Ndi Obi (Ojelugbo), Comr. Ebitu Ukiwe, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, Chief Chukwuemeka Ezeife, Iyom Josephine Anenih, and many others in attendance.

The mandate was simple and that is to brainstorm on the way forward towards actualizing a President of Nigeria from the Igbo extraction come 2023.

In his opening remarks, Sen Ben Ndi Obi, CON, justifying the call for Igbo Presidency, went down memory lane;
"the last time an Igbo man ruled this country was in the short-lived military regime of late Gen. Aguiyi Ironsi, which lasted for 194 days only, and if I am correct, this was like 54 years ago, and Nigeria turned 60 years penultimate Thursday".

"21 years after return to civil rule; this therefore makes the clamor for an Igbo man to be President of this country not only a deservedly call, but one premised on the prism of justice, equity, fairness and inclusiveness", he enthused.

Concluding he said, "for Ndigbo to successfully prosecute the journey to Aso Rock, they must consciously pursue four cardinal things, which are; Bridge across the Zones, reaching out to political parties, Mobilizing Ndigbo to be on the same page and consulting with major stakeholders across the zones".

Amb. Kema Chikwe, on her own part stated that the 2023 Igbo presidency is a laudable and justified quest, but to achieve that a survey and appraisal of the Igbos as a nation must be done by the Igbos themselves.

"While our country Nigeria gets prepared for the 2023 presidential election, it becomes fair and proper for the other ethnic major tribes in Nigeria to see the 2023 Igbo presidency as a worthy cause in the Spirit of Justice, equity and fair play" she stated.

"The Igbos must de-emphasize selfishness in this pursuit but must come together in unity of purpose, when this is achieved then they can initiate persuasive dialogues with other parts of our country Nigeria to convince them on the need for the Igbo presidency allaying any kind of fears harbored by tribal sentiments".

It was the same spirited speech from the President General of Ohanaze Ndigbo in UK, Dr Nnanna Igwe, a lecturer at the Imperial College London. Dr Igwe who bemoaned the flawed amalgamation of the country, noted that the dream of the founding fathers has not been achieved.

He however said that giving Igbo a chance, will bring Nigeria to greatness again.

Speakers upon speakers, all took turn to speak and the message was clear and that is the need to commence wide range consultation with all stakeholders from the zones, and living no stone unturned in pursuit of Igbo Presidency come 2023.

The convener of the Global Movement For Igbo President 2023, GLOMIP2023, Comr Kennedy Iyere, speaking at the summit said the Igbo Presidency dream is a global movement and nothing is stopping it.

Reawakening the 'i-can-do' spirit of the audience at the auditorium, Comr Iyere emphatically stated that the movement needs people who will support the course, live for it and if need be, die for it.

With the involvement and support of UK, EU and other foreign interest, Comr Kennedy Iyere said what will make the Igbo Presidency possible goes beyond the Igbo nation.

"It is going to be global. We are going to the UK, EU Congress to talk. An Igbo man can transform this country" he stated.

Other in attendance include, Chief Gary Enwo-Igariwey, Amb George A. Obiozor, and Dr Tanko Yinusa.

Highpoint of the summit was the unveiling of Global Movement For Igbo President 2023.


Source: https://www.topgist360.com/2020/10/awka-summit-global-movement-for-igbo.html?m=1