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Are Barcelona following Real Madrid's 2011 Ballon d'Or shun precedent?


The FIFA awards gala on Monday night will not be attended by any Barcelona players after the club cited their upcoming match with Athletic Club as reason enoughto skip the event, but they're not the first club to do so.
Lionel Messi, Gerard Pique, and Andres Iniesta are among those named in the FIFPro Best XI and yet they have made a snap decision to stay away from Zurich, with club president Josep Maria Bartomeu joining board members at the ceremony instead.


Such an act is not without precedent, however, with Real Madrid taking the same decision in 2011 due to travel commitments regarding an upcoming match with Malaga.
Then, both Cristiano Ronaldo and coach Jose Mourinho were nominated for awards that they didn't win, just like Messi's Barcelona tonight.
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By Kenechukwu Ofomah

People of Achina in Aguata Council Area have appealed to the State Government to prevail on the contractor handling the Achina-Oneh-Agbudu-Ogboji road to return to site to save the road from the threat of a major gully erosion.


The 7.6 kilometer road which cuts across 5 major agrarian communities in the area, was flagged off earlier in the life of the present administration in line with its continuity stance and has had its first tranche of mobilization cost paid by the Obiano administration.


However, a visit to the site reflected an abandoned project as there was no activity going on, with the drainage system covering about 2kilometer done initially almost lying on the road due to erosion.


Economic activities along the road which also leads to the ongoing Peter University Project of the Catholic Diocese of Awka was also in skeletal form as households and shops were totally inaccessible due to an impending gully arising from improper termination of flood water into a nearby Ezekoro stream.


For some residents along the road including Chief Godwin Mbachu and Mrs Celestina Ozugbo, if nothing is done urgently on the road before the next rain sets in, a major disaster may occur in the community as they do not have any other place to run to.

The Vice-president of Achina Town Union, Mr Henry Ezeuñara who is also the APGA Legal Adviser,Aguata Council Area, noted that some homesteads have already been cut off from the rest of their families and have to go through Oneh, Ogboji, Aguluezechukwu, Ekwulobia, Nkpologwu and Akpo to reconnect with their people and noted that construction of the road will give APGA firm root in the affected communities.

"For us as APGA people in this area, it is important that the government does this all important road.

We have seen many developmental milestones recorded by the Obiano government and all we want is to have something tangible that we can show our people as evidence so that when the time comes for campaign, no one will be in doubt as to the commitment of this government to the people's welfare".

The President General of the Town, Chief Chito Ezeani who expressed worry that the good gesture of Governor Willie Obiano in adopting the project is being cajoled by the contractor's inability to show seriousness towards the project and said when completed, the road will not only improve the face of infrastructure in the area but also give impetus to the Agric revolution initiative of the present administration by ensuring easy evacuation of farm produce from the agrarian communities.

According to him, " That this road is accessible today is due to the community's self help efforts through the Town Union. Before the Christmas celebrations, I got the information that the contractor has been mobilized to site and I followed it up".

He continued " when I realized that no work can take place due to the busy nature of the road, I begged the contractor to do palliative on the road which he agreed to do. But he never did that and the Town Union stood up to the challenge.

All we ask is for the government to impress the need on the contractor to expedite work on this road before the next rain because if that doesn't happen, I am afraid it will be difficult for us ".

Chief Ezeani further lauded the efforts of the Obiano administration in the area of grassroot development especially the 20 million naira choose-your-project initiative which the community has benefited from, and pointed out that the community is solidly behind him in his efforts to transform the state.

Also speaking, the traditional ruler of the community, Igwe Godwin Obiora said if the present administration comes to their aid immediately and ensures the speedy completion of the road, it would have written its name in gold in the annals of the community's history.
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There is no gainsaying the fact Willy Obiano is a square peg in a square hole

You made validating your claim with empirical evidence

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Before the emergence of Dr Willie obiano as governor of Anambra state, armed banditory and kidnapping were the order of the day, in fact they were operating as they liked both at night and during the day.

The story is different today because of the style and approach employed by the peoples governor, we now have a concretized security system in place and everyone is happy.

Given the laudable gains of Willie is working in road construction, primary healthcare centers, agriculture and security, I do not see any reason ndi anambra should look anywhere else or even consider another party.

We must support Dr Willie Obiano's progressive innovative style of governance for continuity come election day. Am sure ndi Anambra Dont wan no go in reverse because that's what happens when you suddenly change something you and I know s is working. Ndi Anambra, if something ain't broken why fix? Willie is working .....Onye Bogus
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Dr Chike Obidigbo, Osisioma Igbo.
Philanthropist Extraordinaire, Business Titan, Technocrat and Wealth Creator.

The best man for the job.

His Profile.

Brief profile of Dr Chike Obidigbo, Osisioma Igbo.

Dr Obidigbo, PhD, JP, FISMN, is an apostle of economic renais­sance through industrialisation with interests traversing manufacturing, education, banking, commerce, philanthropy and politics. He shares his birthday date with some notable Anambrarians like Gov Obiano, Dr Chris Ngige and Hon Chidoka. They were both born on August 8.

Osisoma Igbo as he is popularly called went to Boys' High School Nnewi, from where he proceeded to Salford University College Manchester and obtained Higher National Diploma in Business Administration (Marketing) and Advanced Diploma in management Studies (DMS).

Dr Obidigbo moved to University of Lancaster, UK and obtained a Masters degree in Marketing Management. He equally took several courses in Finance, Administration, Management, Production and bagged a Doctorate degree from the Commonwealth University, Belize, while the Pacific Christian Uni­versity, California, USA awarded him a honorary Doctorate degree in recognition of his humanitarian services.

He did many research works and has published articles and books such as "economy and youth empowerment of the Igbo nation" (1988).

Dr Chike aobidigbo practiced journalism briefed and later became a lecturer at IMT, Enugu. And in his quest to create wealth and employment found and nurtured Hardis and Dromedas Ltd, a wholly indigenous manufacturing company with almost 1000 workforce.

Today Dr. Obidigbo is the External Associate, African Research in Business Group, London, Fellow Institute of Strategic Management, Nigeria. He is equally chairman, MAN, Anambra, Enugu and Ebonyi States and Member Na­tional Council of Manufacturers Association of Nigeria.

He is also Mem­ber, Council for Medium Scale Industries and Fellow Cer­tified Institute of Management of Nigeria as well as BOT chairman of the Institute. He is the immediate past Vice President, Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture.

He is also Chairman , UCB Microfinance Bank
Chairman, Fraser Diving International Ltd
Board Member, Akuchukwu Micro Finance Bank Ltd.

In 2013 he was a front line governorship aspirant of All Progressives Grand Alliance APGA and as Anambra state 2017 governorship election approaches, Dr Obidigbo has indicated interest to lead the state.
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That this year is another election year, for the governorship seat of Anambra state, is an open secret. This is because the Nigerian Constitution has made it compulsory for governors and Presidents in the country to serve for only four years in each of their terms of office in a tenure that must not exceed eight years.

Although the incumbent governor of Anambra state, Chief Dr. Willie
Obiano, came into office on March 17, 2014, he was actually elected in November 2013. It therefore follows that the next governorship poll in the state will be conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in the last quarters of 2017.

As a matter of fact, INEC would in about four months to the election, officially lift ban on public campaigns by the political parties and candidates that would emerge from their primaries. Notwithstanding
this, subtle campaigns have already commenced in earnest since last year. Again, irrespective of the fact that primaries must be conducted by the parties there are very strong indications that Governor Obiano would once again fly the flag of his political party, the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA. He is legally entitled to go for a second term as the governor of the state.

Other likely contestants in the other political parties have equally started showing their interests in the gubernatorial race. This conclusion is inferred from the public statements being made by them,
and the body language of some of them. They would however subject themselves to the rigours of primaries of their various political parties. For obvious reasons, Obiano's success in the APGA governorship primaries is already a fait accompli or a foregone conclusion.

For the gubernatorial election proper, the incumbent governor of the state, apart from the advantage of his paraphernalia of office, has other factors that has already placed him head and shoulders above his
likely challengers. It is not in doubt that he is performing exceptionally well as the governor of the state. As a matter of fact,
many political pundits say that Obiano is apparently the best political leader to ever govern Anambra state in her twenty five years history.

With his security initiative considered the most efficacious in Nigeria today among the thirty six federating units in the country and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Anambra is evidently enjoying the safest and most secured environment. This has created a very conducive atmosphere for smooth implementation of his administration's four pillars of development namely; mechanized agriculture, trade and commerce, oil and gas in addition to industrialization. With the efficient security network in the state, the present Anambra state government is seamlessly implementing its other eleven enablers of socio-economic growth and development to the delight of the masses.

Today, the state has truly become Nigeria's first choice investment destination and a hub for industrialization and commercial activities as defined in the vision and mission statements of the present state government under the watch of Governor Obiano. The honour, integrity and dignity of Ndi Anambra, which hitherto took a flight as a result of a long period of maladministration, have graciously been restored.

The Obiano government has given true meaning to the concept of AKU LUE
UNO. Many Anambra born entrepreneurs are currently bringing their investments to the state.

Over four hundred living and dead distinguished citizens of the state,
irrespective of their diverse political affiliations and religious or denominational inclinations were last December given merit awards by the present administration at the Governor's Lodge, Amawbia. They out in their numbers to be honoured without fear of being harassed, robbed and kidnapped in any part of the state, as was
rampantly the case before Governor Obiano took over the mantle of leadership. Again, Ndi Anambra savoured the most blissful Christmas and New year recently. They drove on smooth roads and moved around at night on illuminated streets in our cities and some major routes in the state. This is truly unprecedented in the chequered history of our beloved state.

There is therefore no doubt that the pride and confidence of Ndi Anambra and their state have been effectively restored among the comity of states in Nigeria and beyond. Undoubtedly, the governor's achievements in the past two and half years or thereabout are both visible and tangible for the Anambra electorate to see and feel.
Obiano has also demonstrated that he is a man of good and noble intentions who wants the best for his state.

It is pertinent to note that the good people of the state do not also suffer from collective amnesia, to the extent of not remembering the atrocities committed in the recent past by certain unscrupulous
elements, who belong to other political parties in the state. They still remember the opprobrium and anarchy their state was plunged into before APGA took charge of the affairs of the state since March 17, 2006, after about three years legal battle to reclaim its mandate stolen in the April 2003 governorship election. The people know that their incumbent governor is genuinely determined and committed to taking Anambra state to a higher pedestal.

Ndi Anambra are equally afraid of being compelled again to experience bad governance, political crises and instability they were made to suffer between May 29, 1999 and March 17, 2006. For these reasons, they have no better alternative to Governor Willie Obiano (Akpokuedike) and the All Progressives Grand Alliance in the 2017 gubernatorial election in the state. Forward ever, backward never.

EGBUNA AMUTA
SA TO THE GOVERNOR ON
MEDIA for GRASSROOTS MOBILIZATION
Sunday, January 1, 2017.

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We are finished in this country

ANAMBRA 2017: 30,000 YOUTH THROW WEIGHT BEHIND OBIANO'S REELECTION BID

BY Kingsley Ezekwelu

It was indeed another day of pomp, pageantry and visible genuine expression of love, support,solidarity and confidence, for outstanding performance of an icon, administrator per excellence, great manager of human/material resources, humane, astute, compassionate and the most selfless leader of contemporary Anambra state- Chief Willie Obiano (Akpokuedike Global) by the United Anambra Youths Assembly.

Youths numbering over 30,000 from all parts of the state, under the auspices of United Anambra Youths Assembly, U-AYA, Ebelechukwu Obiano Ladies Movement and other affiliate organisations had last week converged on Awka, the state capital to express their open support and loudly their endorsement of Gov Willie Obiano for a second term in office.

The endorsement came at the first-of-its-kind mega-rally held at the Dr Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka.

The venue was filled to capacity as the Youths drawn from the 21council areas of the state spoke with one voice, spoke without push. They spoke with love and conviction in solidarity with the governor.

A clearly impressed Gov Obiano who beamed with smiles all over, on arrival at the venue was warmly welcomed with solidarity songs and deafening sounds of vuvuzela trumpets. He was installed the life grand patron of U-AYA.

While delivering his address to the mammoth crowd, the Governor said Youths constitute key stakeholders in the development of the state, hence the priority attention they are getting from his administration.

He revealed that in the less than three years his administration had lasted, it has created activities across various sectors of the State economy that have generated ample job opportunities for the youths and assured that under his watch, youths development would remain in first line charge.

Thanking the Youths for their support and endorsement, Gov Obiano urged them to embark on door to door campaign to ensure that APGA records massive victory in the coming 2017 governorship elections.

The National Chairman of APGA, Chief Victor Oye in his remarks said Gov Obiano has through his transformational initiatives, placed Anambra on a steady course of growth and development adding that the numerous endorsements he has been getting was a testament to this.

In his address, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters, Comrade Chinedu Obidigwe said the Mega Rally was to make a bold statement that Youths in the state were solidly behind Gov Obiano in view of the laudable Youths-oriented programmes and policies of his administration. He noted that for the first time, youths were being actively involved in governance and decision making apparatii of the state.

Earlier while welcoming guests, the Chairman of the Organising Committee, Mr George Udedibia pointed out that the era of youths involvement in violence and crimes was over in the state because of the present administration's deliberate efforts at creating jobs and other meaningful engagement ventures for them.

All branches and chapters of U-AYA from the 21 Council areas and masquerade performances also added grace to the gathering .
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Who cares

Not surprised by the way I don't give a fucck

Lol una too get mouth. This is technical knockout

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By Kenechukwu Ofomah

Friends and relatives of the Okonkwo family of Ezennaja Amada Village, Oraukwu over the weekend joined the family to celebrate the 80th birthday anniversary of their mother, Mrs Pauline Ozoemena Okonkwo, Di n'echendo.


It was an event that celebrated God's rare gift of longevity with sound health as the Children of the celebrant, Mrs Okonkwo, gave her what could be best described as a treat of a lifetime.


Accompanied by her children, grandchildren, friends and inlaws, the Octogenarian had commenced the celebration with a thanksgiving mass at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Oraukwu before proceeding for a grand reception organized in her honour at Chief RJN Okonkwo's Compound, Ezennaja Amada Village, Oraukwu in Idemili North Council Area.


The event also attracted dignitaries including the Deputy Governor, Dr Nkem Okeke, APGA National Chairman, Chief Victor Oye and his predecessor, Chief Victor Umeh, members of the Bar and Bench from within and outside the state among others.
Deputy Governor, Dr Okeke in a goodwill message, said it is only God that gives long life but acknowledged that life can very enjoyable when one is blessed with lovely children and family.

He commended one of the sons of the celebrant, Dr Theodore for his contributions towards the growth and development of the state and its political sphere, pointing out that it is not surprising that he has achieved so much in life considering his background.

In their separate remarks, the APGA National Chairman, Chief Oye and his predecessor, Chief Umeh who were amazed at the sound health of the celebrant, described her as a woman of faith who has through her true Christian lifestyle trained up her children the godly way.

Some of the Children of the celebrant including her first son, Bar Tadas, the second son, Dr Theodore and the first daughter, Mrs Uchechukwu Odunaike acknowledged that they are blessed to have such a godly woman as their mother and extolled the virtues of resilience, industry and uprightness which they noted has distinguished her in an she has done, praying God to grant her many more years of sound health and happiness.

Responding, the Celebrant, Mrs Okonkwo while thanking God for the gift of Longlife and lovely children who have over the years proved to be bundle of joy to her, thanked all who came to celebrate with her and prayed Him to reward them immensely.

Chanting of Birthday songs, presentation of gifts, cutting of birthday cake as well as Dance by the celebrant formed the highpoints of the event.
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By John Ndu

Anambra State has stated its resolve to further invest on the welfare of the people in the state by providing adequate enabling environment that would attract employment opportunities for the people of the state.


This was made known during the Priests' New Year Get - together and Silver Jubilee Celebration at Retreat Center, Okpuno, Anambra State.

The state Governor, Chief Willie Obiano said that one of his administrative dreams was to have a strong institution that would attract investors to the State, thereby established Anambra State Investments Promotions and Protection Agency (ANSIPPA).


Governor Obiano disclosed that ANSIPPA since its creation in two years had attracted N 5.1 billion from 29 companies, all geared towards making Anambra investment hub of the country.

The Governor noted that 2016 was a blessing for the state as stupendous financial achievements were recorded in all pillars of economy, such as disbursement of N 20 million to all the 181 communities in the state to choose a project that would spring socio economic activities in their communities.

Others were employment of all graduate of physically challenged persons as well as awarding of scholarship to the physically challenged in the state, training of youths in different skill acquisitions, among others, adding that 2017 would be more productive and prosperous for the state.
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By John Ndu

Anambra State government has declared state of emergency on all the dilapidated roads that had thwarted the economic activities, especially in the commercial areas of the state.

This was stated during the Priests' New Year Get - together and Silver Jubilee Celebration at Retreat Center, Okpuno, Anambra State.


Explaining, Governor Obiano said his administration had mapped out necessary logistics to embark on construction of 111 roads, cutting across the three senatorial zones.

Governor Obiano noted that the idea to embark on the roads this dry season was to ensure standard construction due to the influx of heavy vehicles plying the state roads.

The governor stressed that the state had employed 400 youths across the street to ensure zero tolerance to potholes, as well as another 400 to embark on the sweeping of the roads to maintain cleanliness of

Speaking on his achievements in education, Governor Obiano stated that over 33 teachers in the state had been sponsored by the state for a training in Singapore, in addition to welfare of teachers and renovation of school buildings in the state.

He noted that more teachers would soon be sponsored for another international training, along side training and retraining that had been going on within the state.

Earlier in his homily, the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev Dr Paulinus Ezeokafor described Governor Obiano as the lover of education who has invested tremendously to lift the standard of learning in the state.

Bishop Ezeokafor expressed gratitude to the governor for his contributions in building Paul University project, saying it would ameliorate the sufferings of many youths who had been frustrated by other conventional universities.

The Catholic prelate disclosed that the present administration had restored the confidence of people in governance which is in line with providing the people with the necessary amenities they cannot provide for themselves.

The Bishop noted that the present security Situation in the state had attracted meaningful investments and also recorded unprecedented mass return of people in the state.

He said that the agriculture policy initiated by the governor would consolidate the economy of the state and as well strengthen the state above the present economic crunch.

While urging priests and laities to key in agriculture, the bishop commended governor Obiano for his prompt payment of salaries and allowances provided for workers before Christmas celebration.
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The Former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has expressed his utmost satisfaction on the recent administrative blueprints of Governor Obiano.

This was revealed today when the former CBN Governor hosted Governor Obiano in his country home Isuofa, Aguata Local government Area, Anambra State.

After a brief private meeting with the two governors, the Former CBN boss expressed Joy, possibly over the doggedness of Governor Obiano in handling the present economic recession.
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