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Costumers have confirmed Guarantee Trust Bank (Gtbank) along zik avenue the worst customer service bank in Awka.

It was gathered that even with the little traffic of customer in the bank, the customer service desk has refused to step to the responsibility of organizing their customers and attending to them squarely without contention.

Lamenting about the poor state of service in the bank, one of the customers who pleased to be anonymous expressed his disappointment with the branch, nothing that he has been experiencing such treatment for a long each time he comes to the bank.

Other customers who could not talk directly could be seen hissing, quarrelling and rendering insults on management.

A call is therefore been made for the appropriate quarters to look into the matter and address promptly.

SPAD To Gov. Soludo, Dr. Omenugha Marks His Birthday With The Physically Challenged In Awka.

By Ndife David - (ABS News)

The Special Adviser To Prof. Chukwuma Soludo on Youth Empowerment Programme, Dr. Nelson Omenugha has paid a visit to a home for children with disability as part of celebrating his birthday this year.

Dr. Nelson who went in the company of his wife, Mrs Chidera Omenugha and Representative of the physical challenged from the Anambra Chapter of National Youth Council Of Nigeria visited God's Care School For Special Need Children at Amanyi in Awka.

Speaking during the visit, Dr. Omenugha expressed his happiness and thank God for granting him the opportunity to witness the day and celebrate his birthday day with the children. He stated that he is one who believes that there is ability even in disability, noting that the Soludo led administration has also resolved to carry everyone along as they have been able to equiped some appreciable number of the virtual impaired with digital skills to enable them communicate easily and compete in the digital world.

According to him, nothing is impossible, if they are determined to succeed. He encouraged the children to be hopeful of a brighter future and promised to support the children learning by sorting out modalities to integrate them into the "one youth, two skills" programme".

He also appreciated the effort of the school care givers and assured them of continuous support and intervention on his part and that of the state government.

Appreciating the school manager, Mr. Afamefuna Uchenna Ndife while expressing his gratitude to God, thanked Dr. Nelson for remembering their school.

Recounting the school challenges since inception in 2002, Mr. Afamefuna seek more government intervention in order to meet up with the ever rising responsibility of taking care of the growing number of children noting that the the Wife of the Governor and the Commissioner for Women Affairs has been of immense assistance so far.

He prayed for more blessings and protection for Dr. Nelson and promised continues prayers for the family and the government to succeed.

Cutting of cake, special prayer session, presentation of crafts by the students and gift items by Dr Omenugha add color to the day.

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AIG Zone 13 Visits Gov. Ugwuanyi, Assures To End Sit-At-Home Soon.

By Ndife David - Awka.

As part of the routine zonal familiarity tour, The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 13, Mr. Tony Olofu has paid a courtesy visit to the Enugu State Governor, Rt Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and Enugu state police command.

Mr Olofu who recently took over from Mr Abutu Yaro became the 6th Zonal AIG of Zone 13 since its establishment in Ukpo, Anambra State

Mr Olofu who was on arrival received by the commissioners team of the Enugu state Police Command led by Enugu state Police Commissioner, Mr. Ahmed Ammani, immediately held an interactive session with senior officers of the command to develop more tactical and strategic plans to end insecurity in the region.

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By Ndife David - Awka.

The Economic And Financial Crime Commission Football team Of Abuja has on Wednesday, 10th May 2023 defeated their counterparts Akwa United of Uyo to qualify for the round 16 of FA Cup.

The encounter which was played at the Awka City Stadium saw Ukum Godswill solitary strike in the extra time during the penalty shootout for the EFCC side see off their opponents in the FA competition after the 1-1 full-time score during the main match.

Speaking to newsmen after the match, the head coach of EFCC FC Abuja, Mr. Kabiru Adeyemi Sani while expressing his happiness and satisfaction with the outcome of the game thanked God for giving his side a resounding victory. I believe we gave each other a good fight, though they are playing in the premier league he said. He emphasized the important of the victory to make up for the shortcomings of home challenges and commended his boys for making him proud by their outstanding performance. He dedicated the victory to the club chairman and his new born baby whose naming ceremony is coincidentally same-day

Also speaking, the manager EFCC Football Club of Abuja, Mr. Cletus Nwaobi described the performance of his side as laudable and commendable as it is essential in getting to the quarter finals of the AITEO Cup.

According to him, determination gave rise to the brilliant performance as the zeal to push forward to the semi-final of the competition played a major role in boosting the morale of his team, he said.

Highlighting the advantages of more home matches than away, he affirmed that his team will make it to the top of his group to secure their spot in the premier league since they are the only club to have featured in the NPL since the inception of the Federal Capital Territory. He finally commended the Anambra State Football Association Boss for providing a peaceful and conductive environment for the game.

Reacting also, the manager of Heartland FC, Mr. Victor Ugochukwu expressed his satisfaction with the two goals to one victory secured by his side against the Essien Ayi Of Cross River State. He added that though his boys didn't meet with up his expectations of sealing up their win in the first half of the game with more goals, he is delighted to have the opportunity to be promoted from NNL to the NPL next season and noted rooms for necessary improvement in his team.

On his part, the Chairman, Anambra State Football Association (ANSFA), Chief Chikelue Iloenyosi commended the two sides for their professional conduct on the course of the game. He emphasized that ANSFA is here to provide appropriate technical support in ensuring that competitions are fair and hitch free.

Coach Adamu A Mohammed was also on ground for the EFFC side.

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ACTDA Continue Desilting Of Drainages At Arthur Eze Avenue In Awka, Warns Residents Against Blocking Of Water Channels

By Ndife David - Awka.

The officials of ACTDA-Awka Capital Territory Development Authory led by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Ossy Onuko have continued desilting of the water ways at Arthur Eze Avenue in Awka.

It was observed that, after a heavy downpour, residents of the area and commuters usually finds it difficult to access parts of the avenue because of the damage caused by the rainfall.

Officials of the agency who have been desilting various water channels, engaging in palliative works in most roads in the city, as well as beautifying the capital territory were at the avenue to ensure that gutters were desilted to make way for free flow of water whenever it rains

Speaking to newsmen during the exercise, Mr. Ossy Onuko who noted that in accordance with Governor Chukwuma Soludo's administration of finding solution to every problem, that his team responded immediately after the rainfall to make the road accessible and in good shape as well after the damage caused by the downpour.

The ACTDA MD regretted that the constant flooding threatening the avenue was as a result of the inability of the residents of the area and its environs to dispose their refuse properly, as according to him, they throw everything inside the gutter which blocks water movement each time it rains, and thereby causing obstruction and damage on the road.

Mr. Onuko appealed to residents to key into the clean, green and sustainable Anambra initiative of the Soludo administration by disposing their waste properly to aid government intervention to bring lasting solution to the menace of heavy downpour.

He called on Ndi Anambra, especially residents of State Capital to cultivate the habit of always disposing their waste properly, according to him, this will help the governmemt to serve them better for a prosperous and liveable homeland that would be enjoyable and beneficial to every onye Anambra.

The commendations and applauds by the happy residents, commuters and passerby made the ACTDA officials vow to continue to make every road within the capital territory motorable to the satisfaction of Ndi Anambra.

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NYCN In Partnership With Brainbox Sport Foundation And Anambra State Football Association Host Football Tournament For The 21 Youth Council Area.

By Ndife David - Awka.

The National Youth Council Of Nigeria (NYCN) Anambra State chapter has collaborated with the brainbox football foundation to organize a football tournament for the 21 local government youth council chapters in the state.

The event which took place in Awka City Stadium started with a solidarity walk lead by the NYCN state chairman in support of the Soludo led administration from Alex Ekwueme Square to the stadium.

The opening match which featured the fearless buffalo of Oyi local government area versus the dunukofia warriors which ended 1-0 in favour of Oyi Council.

Mr. Igboamalu Anthony Onyekachukwu, the head coach of Oyi team, expressed his joy and satisfaction with the performance of his team, saying the winning foretells goodwill for more success for his side in the competition.

According to the sponsor, the winner of the competition will smile home with the sum of N3million, while the 1st and 2nd Runners Up will each take home the sum of N2million and N1million respectively. Individual awards for the Best Goalkeeper, Best Player of the tournament and Highest Goal Scorer will be the sum of N100,000.

Speaking to the media during the halftime break, the Anambra State chairman, National Youth Council Of Nigeria, Surveyor Emeka Obi Chukwudi stated that the major aim of organizing the tournament is to promote unity and understanding among the youth. He added that the competition is geared towards encouraging the youths to pursue career in football to help reduce crime and support security as such event engages the youth positively. While commending the ‘One Youth Two Skills’ empowerment programme by Governor Soludo, he thanked the Commissioner for Youth Empowerment, Hon. Patrick Agha Mba for his encouragement and support.

Also speaking, the deputy president national youth council of Nigeria, Comrade Innocent Nduanya commended governor Soludo for providing a peaceful environment for the competition. He called on Ndi Anambra living outside the state and other stakeholders to partner with the youth council and state government to initiate program that will empower and engage the youth positively to make them responsible citizens of the state in order to build the much desired secured, livable and prosperous homeland.

On his part, the Manager of Brainbox Sports Foundation, Comrade Ifeanyichukwu Nwoye who spoke on behalf of the sponsor emphasized that the passion for football by the benefactor and desire to provide a platform where youths in the state can showcase their talent gave the drive for the competition. According to him, the competition has come to stay and will be an annual event in the sports program of the NYCN. He also went further to disclose that Brainbox foundation intends to host the entire 36 states of the federation in the future.

In his separate remark, the Anambra State Football Association Chairman, Comrade Chikelue Iloenyosi while commending the bold step taken by the Youth Council and the Brainbox foundation to organize the game, noting that it provides opportunity to scout for young talents from grassroot. He added, that the ANSFA as the state football governing body is always available to support such initiative and provide necessary technical support to ensure that competitions are fairly played from the start to finish

Other important dignitaries who graced the event includes; the commissioner for local government and chieftaincy matters, Mr. Tony Collins Nwabunwanne, MD/CEO Anambra State Investment Promotion and Protection Agency (ANSIPPA), Mr. Mark Okoye. National President Anambra State Association Of Town Union, Barr. Titus Akpudo amongst others.

Special parade by the boys scout association and music performance featured at the competition.

Anambra Lawmakers Confirms Reappointment Of Transition Committee Chairmen Of The 21 Local Government In The State House In Awka.

By Ndife David - Awka.

The members of the House Of Representative In Anambra State House of Assembly has confirmed the reappointment of the transition committee chairmen of the 21 local government area of the State for another three months with effect from 3rd of May, 2023.

The event which took place in today's plenary session had all the TCC in attendance and the Rep members who moved to confirmed their reappointment haven obtained and observed the statutory report of their performance.

Speaking to newsmen immediately after the confirmation, the transition committee chairman of orumba south, Prince Neville Uchendu appreciated the law makers and thanked the speaker of the State House for carrying out their legislative function without bias. He commended Governor Soludo for initiating the move of building the biggest pharmaceutical hub in Ogboji.

According to him, such project when completed will attracted more foreign investors and stakeholders to the state.

Highlighting his success, he stated that the challenge of security has made the journey so far a bit tough. He called on stakeholders to help the state government fund the security architecture of the state to succeed in making the state, a peaceful, livable and prosperous homeland.

He however promised to do more given the opportunity to perform once more as the transition committee chairman of orumba south.

In his separate remarks, the transition committee chairman of Ekwusigo Local Government, Hon. Chimezie Obi submitted that the task has been very demanding but thanked God for the enabling grace to surmount the security challenge of the local government.

He Applauded Governor Soludo for the construction of three major roads and rehabilitation of the abandoned Secretariat in his constituency despite the available of limited resources.

While congratulating the chairmen, the speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Uche Okafor urged them to give in their best to foster the rapid developmental stride in the state.

He recounted his happiness to have the chairmen returned to continue their good works and noted that it's paramount they synergize with law makers to achieve the goal of Mr. Governor.

Other key note persons who were also present at the plenary includes; the commissioner for chieftaincy and local government affairs, Hon Tony Nwaunwanne. The transition committee chairman of Nnewi South, Hon. Ikenna Aniagboso, Dunukofia Local Government Area transition committee chairman, Mr. Nonyelum Augustine Onyemaobi and Member representing Aguata 1 constituency in the state house, Hon. Carter Dike Nnamdi Amongst others.

"The Solution Agenda of Anambra State has No Room For Land Grabbers - MD/CEO ACTDA, As It Demolishes Illegal Two Storey Building Erected On Church's Land In Isuaniocha.

By Ndife David - Awka.

The Development Control Unit of the ACTDA-Awka Capital Territory Development Authority has demolished a two storey building illegally erected on a property belonging to the Catholic Diocese of Awka at Isuaniocha, in Awka North Local Government Area.

Speaking during the exercise, the MD/CEO ACTDA, Mr. Ossy Onuko stated that the demolition was a serious warning to land grabbers who fraudulently sell and occupy people's land without approval or proper documentation.

The ACTDA boss affirmed that the developer had been warned to stop work on several occasions by his officials, but it fell on deaf ears. He further made it clear that outlaws have no place under the current administration in the state.

Mr. Onuko maintained that the agency has intensified supervision exercise across the the capital territory to checkmate excesses by developers and promise to deal severely with defaulters of the agency rules of engagement for land acquirement process and development activities.

He also went further to warn that ACTDA is all out to wipe out impunity in the system and instill discipline and rule of law, and advised developers and builders to always visit the headquarters of the agency in Awka for approval and proper documentation before they commence work to avoid regrets.

He finally noted that the demolition will serve as a deterrent to others who are into land grabbing and advised the general public to always follow the right channels each time they want to engage in real estate business in the state capital territory.

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Anger is one major tool that the devil uses to destroy destinies. Everybody knows clearly that no one just gets angry for no reason, without any provocation. Ecclesiastes 7:9 says, “Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools”. In Numbers 20:1-12, Moses – who had been labouring for God for forty years and leading a very difficult set of people, lost his temper just before he got to the promised land and so didn’t enter into it. Watch it: anytime something is about to make you angry, quickly check yourself; the devil may be preparing to spring an attack.

Anger is very dangerous. There was a man whose only problem was anger. Whenever he got angry, he could do anything. He had just bought a brand new car, parked it in front of the house and was rejoicing when his son took something sharp and scratched it on the new car. This man saw it and out of anger, used the first thing he saw – a hammer, to smash his son’s hand. The boy screamed. Upon realising what he had done, the man rushed the boy to the hospital, where the doctor said the only solution was to amputate the boy’s fingers. The following day, he went to see the boy in the hospital and the boy said to him, “Daddy, when will my fingers grow again?” The man went back home with a very heavy heart. He then decided to go and check what the boy had written on the car anyway. The boy had written on the car, “Daddy, I love you”. The man was so devastated that he committed suicide.

Anger is temporary madness; that is why you hear people say, “I was mad with him” and they say it with pride. If you really want to fulfil your destiny, you have to deal with anger in your life.

He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city. – Proverbs 16:32

Rule your spirit. Don’t let anger bring you down.

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YESS Converter, Dr. Omenugha Ties The Knot With His Hearthrob In Awka.

By Ndife David - (Awka)

It was a moment of great celebration and display by the height and might in town as top government functionaries family members, friends and well-wishers both home and abroad stormed the Anambra International Convention Center to celebrate the union between the Special Adviser To Governor Chukwuma Soludo On Youth Empowerment, Dr. Nelson Omenugha and his wife Chidera.

The ceremony which began with a holy mass was officiated by the Catholic Bishop Of Nnewi Diocese, Rev. Jonas Benson Okoye and a host of other priest, including a visiting Bishop from Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Dr Matthew Kukah at St. Patrick Cathedral Awka.

Speaking at the reception, the Chief of Staff to Prof Chukwuma Soludo, Mr. Ernest Ezeajuigi commended the bold step taken by groom in keying into the family system for it blessings. He advised the young couple to live in peace and understanding and wished them a happy and successful marriage life.

Extending their felicitation, the Member-Elect for Idemmili North Federal Constituency, Hon. Uche Annie Okonkwo, the President General of Anambra State Association of Town Unions, Barrister Titus Akpudo, Chief Primus Odili among others while describing the groom as a friend and a brother congratulated and advised the couple to remain committed to their marital vows in order to enjoy peace and success in their journey. They prayed that God grants them unity, long life and many blessings.

In their separate remarks, the honourable Commissioner For Environment, Felix Odumegu and his counterpart, the Commissioner for Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Bar. Anthony Ifeanya prayed for the couple and wish God's guidance and blessings as they begin a new phase of their lives together and advised them to love and respect each other.

Another friend of the groom, Dr Chikwado James and the transition committee chairman of orumba. Hon. Ogochukwu Ekwueme both advised the couple to engage the virtues of patience and tolerance to succeed in their marriage. They prayed for good health and progress for Dr Nelson's new family.

Expressing their joy and excitement, the couple thank God for making their prayers and dream come through, noting that they are the God's choice for each other. They thanked everyone for honouring their invitation and pray for journey mercy as they return to their various destination.

The event was climaxed by cutting of cake, special gifting, music performance by Prince Gozie Okeke, and dance by the couple.

Other notable dignitaries who grace the occasion includes; Secretary to the state government, Prof Solo Chukwulobelu, Deputy Chief of Staff, Hon. Chinedu Nwoye. The Commissioner for culture and entertainment, Don Onyenji. The commissioner for Budget and Economic planning, Mrs. Chiamaka Nnake.the Commissioner For Special Duties, Hon. Silvester Ezeokenwa, the MD/CEO Anambra Broadcasting Service, Sir. Chido Obidiegwu and the Anambra State President Of Ohaneze Ndigbo Anambra, Obi Emeka Udodeme amongst others.

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YESS Converter, Dr. Omenugha Ties The Knot With His Hearthrob In Awka.

By Ndife David - (Awka)

It was a moment of great celebration and display by the height and might in town as top government functionaries family members, friends and well-wishers both home and abroad stormed the Anambra International Convention Center to celebrate the union between the Special Adviser To Governor Chukwuma Soludo On Youth Empowerment, Dr. Nelson Omenugha and his wife Chidera.

The ceremony which began with a holy mass was officiated by the Catholic Bishop Of Nnewi Diocese, Rev. Jonas Benson Okoye and a host of other priest, including a visiting Bishop from Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Dr Matthew Kukah at St. Patrick Cathedral Awka.

Speaking at the reception, the Chief of Staff to Prof Chukwuma Soludo, Mr. Ernest Ezeajuigi commended the bold step taken by groom in keying into the family system for it blessings. He advised the young couple to live in peace and understanding and wished them a happy and successful marriage life.

Extending their felicitation, the Member-Elect for Idemmili North Federal Constituency, Hon. Uche Annie Okonkwo, the President General of Anambra State Association of Town Unions, Barrister Titus Akpudo, Chief Primus Odili among others while describing the groom as a friend and a brother congratulated and advised the couple to remain committed to their marital vows in order to enjoy peace and success in their journey. They prayed that God grants them unity, long life and many blessings.

In their separate remarks, the honourable Commissioner For Environment, Felix Odumegu and his counterpart, the Commissioner for Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Bar. Anthony Ifeanya prayed for the couple and wish God's guidance and blessings as they begin a new phase of their lives together and advised them to love and respect each other.

Another friend of the groom, Dr Chikwado James and the transition committee chairman of orumba. Hon. Ogochukwu Ekwueme both advised the couple to engage the virtues of patience and tolerance to succeed in their marriage. They prayed for good health and progress for Dr Nelson's new family.

Expressing their joy and excitement, the couple thank God for making their prayers and dream come through, noting that they are the God's choice for each other. They thanked everyone for honouring their invitation and pray for journey mercy as they return to their various destination.

The event was climaxed by cutting of cake, special gifting, music performance by Prince Gozie Okeke, and dance by the couple.

Other notable dignitaries who grace the occasion includes; Secretary to the state government, Prof Solo Chukwulobelu, Deputy Chief of Staff, Hon. Chinedu Nwoye. The Commissioner for culture and entertainment, Don Onyenji. The commissioner for Budget and Economic planning, Mrs. Chiamaka Nnake.the Commissioner For Special Duties, Hon. Silvester Ezeokenwa, the MD/CEO Anambra Broadcasting Service, Sir. Chido Obidiegwu and the Anambra State President Of Ohaneze Ndigbo Anambra, Obi Emeka Udodeme amongst others.

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< Drainage Desilting Continues (2nd Day) At The Ifite - School Road >

ACTDA Continues Desilting Of Blocked Drainages At Ifite Road/Unizik Gate Awka

The Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA) has continued the desilting of drainage channels along Ifite road, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka School gate, Ifite.

The exercise which has entered its second day was led by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Mr. Ossy Onuko.

The ACTDA boss warned landlords and developers to stop channeling their water and septic tanks into the drainages, as the agency will soon commence supervision of buildings in the city and defaulters would be severely dealt with.

Mr. Onuko assured that the ACTDA will continue to work with the policies and programmes of the governor Chukwuma Soludo's led administration to ensure a clean, green and sustainable Anambra.

He equally advised developers within the capital territory to always visit the head office of the agency in Awka to get adequate approvals before they commence any work to avoid running fowl of the law.

The drainages have been blocked for years, failing some portions of the road - very badly.
This is one of the many steps ACTDA will be taking to rescue Ifite from turning into a mega slum.

SOLUTION IS HERE!!!
SOLUDO MUST SUCCEED!!!
ACTDA IS WORKING!!!

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As part of efforts in supporting the Prof Soludo led administration vision of building a peaceful, livable any prosperous homeland, the MD/CEO of ACTDA - Anambra Capital Territory Development Authority Mr. Ossy Onuko has reiteirated commitment in making the State Capital A Clean, Safe And Healthy Mega City.

Mr. Onuko who expressed his readiness to facelift the Capital was on site to supervise the exercise as the drainage desilting activity began at the Ifite-School Road in Awka.

It was observed that these drainages have been blocked by many waste materials and silt for years, failing some portions of the road - very badly.

This is one of the many steps ACTDA will be taking to rescue Ifite from turning into a mega slum the ACTDA boss noted.

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Land Acquired 300 Years Ago By Conquest Throws Nimo To Disarray As Concerned Nimo Citizens Clashes Over Rights And Interest With Community Leaders.

By Ndife David - Awka.

The entire Nimo community was thrown into fear at the sight of good number of fully armed security operatives, who were all looking combat-ready with hooded faces as they stormed the popular "Oye Nimo" market in Njikoka local government area of Anambra State on Tuesday, 11th 2023 to halt a proposed protest by a group known as "Concerned Nimo Citizens " alleging illegal sales of community land by the town union leadership.

The youths had earlier gathered at the market square to peaceful demonstrate their disapproval over the activities of few rich people at the hem of affairs in the community according to them, held placards with different inscription demanding an overturn in decision and action of the town union leaders.

But the operatives arrived the oye market just in time to stop the protest, stating that the police were yet to receive notification of the proposed activity.

Speaking to newsmen, one of the leader of the protesters, a legal practitioner and also former chairman of the Lagos branch of Nimo Town Union, Bar Chucks Okonkwo stated that they had received clearance for the protest. He noted that they had communicated to the office of the Governor, the Commissioner for Town Union and Chieftaincy Matters, the Commissioner of Police, the Local government Chairman, the Chairman House Committee for Local government and Chieftaincy Matters, and other appropriate authorities prior to the protest.

In the same vein, Bar. Chuks outrightly accused the town leadership of illegally selling off a vast portion of the "Ana Owa" which belongs to the entire community to private individuals and even non indigenes for as much as 3.1 million naira per plot, adding that all efforts by concerned citizens to stop the action yielded no result.

He noted that the move was in line for the pursuit of peace for achieving good governance, accountable and sustainable development for the future of the people.

He further to accuse the town union leadership of illegally snatching market space from widows and selling the same to their rich folks who now rent it back to the same widows.

Lending his voice, a former special assistant to former governor Chief Willie Obiano, Comrade Chigbo Aniedobe in his explanation stated that the town has long been experiencing impunity of such accord.

He maintained that the protest was for the interest of their future, stating that the land Ana Owa as it was popularly known was changed to "Obodo Oma" to enable the accused sell off the land despite the call by the community to stop.

According to him, the town union leadership had earlier presented a verbal account of generating the sum of 900 million in the land sale activities in a annual general meeting which usually holds every december, but however reported to have spent 1.3 billion naira already without notice of transactions or accruing benefits to the community

Reacting, the National Secretary of Nimo Town Development Union, Mr. Patrick Egbekpalu, stated that the decision to develop the said land was taken as far back as 2012 by the entire Nimo General Assembly. He described the protesters as nuisance and mischievous individuals who seek only to create coarse in the society, and argued that their claims were ridiculous and unfounded.

Contributing, the Traditional ruler of Nimo, Igwe Ikechukwu Maximus Oliobi, described the allegations as embarrassing and disrespectful. He emphasized on peace and progress of Nimo as his major priorities since ascending the throne and stated that the said event has been transparent and adopted by the consent of every active member of the town union.

He advised the aggrieved persons to follow the right channels of communication and seek clarification on issues of contention rather than working tirelessly to create unnecessary strife in the society.

He also promised to continue on the path of promoting peace and better understanding for the progress and development of the community.

TBN Anambra Organizes A Thank You Meeting For State Coordinators For A Successful Election Outing.

By Ndife David - Awka.

The leadership of Anambra Take Back Naija Group TBN has put together a congratulations meeting to appreciate state coordinators who had put up exceptional efforts in the just concluded 2023 elections.

The event which took place in Awka had in attendance local government coordinators, ward leaders and stakeholders who stormed the venue to render account of their stewardship and also partake in the judicious treat.

Speaking at the meeting, the led coordinator, for Take Back Naija For South East And Anambra State, Comrade Chidi Nzekwe commended the brave efforts of coordinators at different level of leadership at the state who ensured that the group succeeded tremendously at the 2023 poll.

He commended the doggedness and courage of the media, mobilization and PVC sensitization and registration team for their outstanding performance during the election period.

He said, the TBN Group had contributed majorly to the landslide victory of labour party candidates in many state of the federation due to their initial activity of sensitization for the need to take back the country from corrupt and bad leadership.

He noted that the move which began like a play gain momentum when Mr. Peter Obi left PDP for labour party since the mega party refused to zone the presidential ticket to the south.

While recognizing the national leadership of the group for their impressive coordinations, he narrated the challenges members faced during both campaign and elections. TBN has come to stay, especially in Anambra, he added. He however encouraged members to be hopeful of better future engagements,

Contributing, the Anambra TBN deputy coordinator, Comrade Lawrence Obiefuna, State Secretary, Mrs. Mgbena Ijeoma and Treasurer, Mrs. Chinyere Onyegbado equally expressed their satisfaction with the conduct of the group.

Appreciating, Ihiala LGA coordinator, Comrade Cajetan Okolie and the state media coordinator Arc. Davidson Echiedike thanked the state executives for the opportunity to serve in their different categories and promised to put in their best anytime duty calls.

Other coordinators and members who were present at the event includes; Oyi LGA coordinator, comrade John Paul Chukwura,Awka Ward 4 coordinator, comrade Chinyere Ekweli Nwezeakor, Awka Ward 3 coordinator, Glory Mary Nwogbo, Mrs. Ugochukwu Nzekwe, Maazi Owagu Chibuzo and Bright Kelechi.

Soludo And Ndi Anambra Mourns Former Governor Mbadinuju

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has commiserated with the family of Chinwoke Mbadinuju (Odera), first Executive Governor of the state, who passed on earlier today, April 11, 2023 at the age of 78.

The demise of the former Governor was announced by his son, Cheta Chinwoke Mbadinuju, Esq on behalf of the family.

The late Mbadinuju was the former Governor of Anambra State from May 1999 to 29 May, 2003. He was elected Governor on the platform of the People's Democratic Party.

Governor Soludo who had consoled the family also sympathised with Uli Community in Ihiala Council Area as well as the entire people of Anambra State for the loss.

The Governor notes that the late 'Odera' will be fondly remembered for passing a law that created the Anambra Vigilante Services, establishing Anambra State University, Uli, among other legacy projects.

Governor Soludo asked the family to ensure his good legacies are sustained while praying that the Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest!

#restinpeace ODERA

APC Lawyers Responds , Says Peter Obi Is Not Qualified To Contest For President Because Of The Following Reasons::

1- Peter Obi was successfully cleared to Contest for PDP Presidential Primary and Also received his Certificate of Clearance on 30 April 2022.

2- Peter Gregory Obi withdrew from PDP primaries on May 12th, 2022, less than a week to Labour Party's presidential election.

3. According to Section 77 of the Electoral Act 2022 as amended, "each party is required to maintain a membership register in hard and soft copy and to make such register available to the Commission not later than 30 days before the date fixed for
primaries, congresses and conventions".

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Moghalu Apologises For Calling ‘Obidients’ Unlettered, Uncultured People Of Social Media Age Over Soyinka Criticism

Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Prof. Kingsley Moghalu, has tendered a public apology to supporters of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, popularly known as ‘Obidients’ for calling them “unlettered and uncultured people of lazy social media age”.

Moghalu said, "In my tweet yesterday on Prof. Wole Soyinka’s comment on Datti Baba Ahmed’s own comments about the 2023 presidential election, I said WS is a principled fighter for justice and a phenomenon “that unlettered and uncultured people may not fully understand in an age of lazy social media in which many don’t read or think deeply”.

"I want to apologize FOR THE PHRASE IN QUOTATION MARKS which, on a second thought, can be misconstrued as a harsh judgment on citizens who are hurting from the outcome of the elections. That was not my intention.

"While we all bear responsibility for the words we choose to use (and I have the utmost respect for Prof Soyinka and Dr. Datti-Ahmed), I caution again, however, that there will always be different voices with different beliefs in a democracy.

"These voices are NOT illegitimate simply because we disagree with them or they do not agree either with our political preferences or with whatever manner in which we choose to express our views. This applies across the board to the supporters of ALL the leading candidates.

The Labor Party Presidential Campaign Council (LP-PCC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating a campaign to discredit and delegitimize its presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

The LP-PCC alleges that this campaign is aimed at forcing Obi to abandon his right to seek legal redress over the outcome of the election, which was deemed unfair and lacking in credibility by both local and international observers.

Despite the pressure on Obi, the LP-PCC insists that he has no intention of leaving the country at this time. The LP-PCC in a statement yesterday said "We continue to thank all Nigerians, especially the youths and Obidients as they have remained focused on the core mission of a New Nigeria That Is Possible, even after the presidential elections of February 25, 2023.

“Before, throughout and after the campaigns, it is on record that Mr Obi maintained his commitment and focus on an issues-based campaign, about a New Nigeria that is possible, a shift of emphasis from consumption to production, as well as a New Nigeria characterised by inclusion, justice, equity, fairness and prosperity.

”He repeatedly stated that no one should vote for him based on tribe or religion, but rather on the assessment of character, competence, capacity, credibility and compassion.

“Most unfortunately, in the past few weeks, Mr Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the February 25, 2023, presidential election, has been contacted by associates, elder statesmen, family and friends with concerns for his personality.

”These concerns have increased intensely in the last few days as immense pressure, has been mounted directly on Mr Obi to leave the country, no doubt, from sources allied to the APC and its agents in the security services.

” Mr Obi has been repeatedly and categorically told that he has a choice to leave Nigeria or face the prospect of being arrested on false charges of inciting insurrection in the country.

“It is difficult to fathom and regrettably unfortunate that state institutions have become part of a well calculated, deliberate and orchestrated campaign of calumny by the APC to discredit and delegitimize Mr Peter Obi and compel him to abandon his right to seek redress in court, following the outcome of the last election which was adjudged both locally and internationally to have failed to meet any standard of credibility or fairness.

“As part of the grand design, they are circulating a fake, doctored audio call. At no time throughout the campaign and now did Mr Obi ever say, think or even imply that the 2023 election is or was a religious war.

”It is very sad and wicked the attempts to manipulate Nigerians. Our legal team have been instructed to take appropriate legal actions against the media outlets that make themselves willing tools in the hands of APC’s malicious propagandists.

“Despite the public denunciation of the fake audio call, its contents have been translated to other Nigerian languages and circulated in most parts of Northern Nigeria with some of our Muslim clerics deceived and instigated to use the contents for their sermons at various Mosques during the usual Friday prayers.

”This is a dangerous development at a time the APC led-government and the APC party which have been awarded undeserved and unfair victory should be more concerned in addressing the ethnic and religious frictions unfortunately created by the outcome of the elections.

“Yet unsatisfied but determined to cause more problems, Mr Lai Mohammed, who fancies himself as modern-day Goebbels is on a tour of some selected countries to present an alternative story about the 2023 discredited election.

“There are many more campaigns of calumny against Mr Obi planned for the near future, both before and during the court process. However, we want to make it clear to the APC party, APC led-government and its agents that Mr Obi, a widely travelled man, has no intention to leave the country at this time, irrespective of the pressure on him and his family. “

Nigerians and the international community to caution APC and the APC led-government to stop their nasty attacks, Mr. Obi’s focus and commitment to lawfully and peacefully retrieve our mandate to secure and unite our nation, take Nigeria from consumption to production, pull millions of Nigerians out of multidimensional poverty, especially in the North and jumpstart prosperity through agricultural, industrial and technological revolution remains unchanged.

“He has continued to impress upon his supporters the essence of the legal process and will not now or in the future encourage any violence against the state.

He has absolutely no reason for this nor desperate, especially as throughout the campaign, he called for a new Nigeria defined by opportunities for all, an end to poverty and criminality in government, especially corruption and an end to tribal and religious division and bigotry.

“It is for this reason that we appeal to revered religious leaders, especially in the North, not to be part of the grand design of the state apparatus to further increase the religious and ethnic divide in the country.

”Irrespective of the outcome of the court process, we have the obligation to strive for the peace and co-existence of all Nigerians. We call on President Buhari to rein in his desperate officials at all levels as their actions or inactions could lead to unnecessary crises in the country.

“Elections are over, and we are in court to retrieve our stolen mandate. We reiterate that we are doing so through all lawful and peaceful options in line with our legal system and constitution, and I continue to implore all Nigerians to remain peaceful and law-abiding.

“Those fixated on heating up the polity, creating divisions, tensions and hatred within and outside Nigeria should remember that Nigeria is our only country. Our focus should be on how to address the litany of challenges facing us, such as deliberate non-adherence to the election process, the parlous state of our economy, unsustainable debt burden, lamentable unemployment and inflation, insecurity and multi-dimensional poverty. A new Nigeria is, indeed, possible and God will help us.”

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By Ndife David - Awka.

As part of commemorating 75th Year Anniversary, The Anambra Field Office of the World Health Organization (W.H.O) has organized a rally and free medical outreach to celebrate their historic achievements in Awka.

The ceremony which brought together, health care professionals and volunteers from the Anambra State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ASPHCDA) and the WHO Field Office (FO) in Awka, started with a road walk from the Sir Jerome Udoji Secretariat Complex To Aroma Junction.

Free medical checkups and consultations at both the State Secretariat Complex and Aroma formed the highlight of the celebration.

Speaking briefly to newsmen on behalf of the State Coordinator, the State Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (M&E), Mr. Ndubuisi Orji stated that the anniversary is commensurate to the landmark achievements of the organization in improving health services to humanity over the years.

According to him, the organization has played a key role in ensuring improved surveillance, remuneration and strengthening of health care service delivery in many countries of the world, Nigeria to mention a few.

These policies has also encouraged the organization to partner with Anambra State Government to set up systems, strategies and coordinating platforms to ensure that nuclear diseases (PPDs) are nipped at the bud by ensuring adequate training for health workers to ensure wider coverage in health care service delivery in the state for prompt interventions, he said.

In a goodwill message, the Anambra State Commissioner for health, Dr. Afam Obidike appreciated WHO for their numerous interventions, sacrifices and support to the people of Anambra and wish them a happy 75th Anniversary Cerebration.

In her separate remarks, the executive secretary of Anambra State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ASPHCDA), Pharm Chisom Uchem while appreciating WHO for her all round intervention activities and health care support in the state, congratulated the organization for its laudable achievements and wish them a happy celebration.

Appreciating, a realtor, Enyeama Sunday and a commuter, Onovo Denise Samuel who were beneficiaries of the free medical consultations equally expressed their excitement, they commended the organization for intervening promptly in alleviating the health challenge of the people, stating that the exercise is a welcome development. They however emphasized on more of the significant impact it will have on the health system of the people if encouraged to continue.

They advised the state government to collaborate more with WHO in ensuring better health care services to the people of the State.

Other key note members of the organization who were present at the exercise includes; The State Consultant For Cholera Disease and Control, Dr. Moses Ohameme, State Surveillance Officer, Dr. Haruna Daniel Musa, State Consultant on COVID-19 , Mallam Muhammad Shehu, Nurses, amongst others.

Prof Chukwuma Soludo CFR To Begin Implementation Of 25 Million NairaCommunity-Choose-Your-Project Scheme.

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Happy Birthday To This Two Beautiful Soul!

Youth Leader, Ohaneze Ndigbo Anambra State, Comrade Eweh Onyedikachi And Member Representing Aguata I In The State House Of Assembly.

God Bless Your New Age, Preserve, Guide And Bless You More!!!

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Please Read The Below Notification And Attend According To Your Appropriate Offices In The State.

Thank You.

In the past few days, I have observed various campaigns of calumny directed at my person, with the latest being allegations attributed to the information Minister, Lai Mohammed from Washington DC.

It is most unfortunate that these consistent efforts to portray me quite contrary to what I am, and my core values, is coming from such high quarters. Minister Lai accusing me of stoking insurrection is totally malicious and fictitious.

I have never discussed or encouraged anyone to undermine the Nigerian state; I have never sponsored or preached any action against the Nigerian state. Those initiating these actions have increasingly used their official positions and agents to make false allegations against me.

I am on record as always, advocating for peace and issue-based campaign and never campaigned based on ethnicity or religion. I am committed to due process, and presently seeking redress in the Court.

I urge those engaged in this demarketing process to stop presenting Nigeria in such bad light. Our future generations deserve a new Nigeria, where they can live a secure and decent life like their counterparts in other climes. It is possible.

#PeterObi 🇳🇬

Obedient General Homecoming Reception Takes Center Stage As Obizi Labour Party Community Organizes Thank You Party For Members.

By Ndife David - Awka.

Members of the Awka South II Constituency of Labour Party (Obizi obedient family) Community play host the homecoming of their illustrious son, Hon Ikenna Azom'Chine in Awka.

The community which includes; Amawbia, Nibo, Umuawulu, Mbaukwu converge at Nibo to appreciate members for their contributions at the just concluded 2023 poll and also to welcome their illustrious son, "The Obedient General" after a long political journey.

In a welcome address, the Awka South II constituency labour party chairman, Hon Alex Okoyeugha rolled out words of appreciation to members for their to the contribution to the success of their outing in the just concluded election, stating that the efforts of Chief Ikenna can not be overemphasized at the presidential election.

He expressed his satisfaction with the victory recorded in the just concluded election at the state level. With the emergence of Senator Victor Umeh at the red chambers and Prof. Lilian Orogbu at the green chambers, we are hopeful that Obizi will be well represented at the federal level, he said.

Also Speaking at the event, Hon. Ikenna Azom'Chine Stated that his passion and desire to participate in the process of restoring the working status of the country for the common good of all gave rise to the obedient movement. He added that, through their prayers and the support of the obedient family in diaspora, his team had worked tremendously in so many spheres to see to the emergence of Mr. Peter Obi as the next president of the country.

He however commended the sacrifice of ward leaders in the various communities, stating that their efforts will not be in vain.

While appreciating the members, he urged them to stay ready to repeat same resilience in any forthcoming electioneering process and pray that God grant their heart desires in restoring the mandate of Mr. Obi.

According to the host and labour party campaign coordinator for Awka South II constituency, Prince Anayo Nnama, the personality and capacity of Chief Ikenna Azom'Chine is second to none, ascribing the extra ordinary spread and acceptance of the candidacy of Mr. Peter Obi and labour party in most part of the north as part of his brave effort.

I will see to the fact that what is due and right for every member of this constituency is secured, he said.

Chief J. C Okeke who contested for Awka South II constituency in the State House of Assembly election under labour ceased the opportunity to thanked the Obizi community for their individual support and vote during the election.

He promised to continue in his efforts to campaign and work for true representation and defense for justice despite the defeat at the March 18 poll.

In their separate remarks, the coordinator for labour party in Mbaukwu, Chief Pius Okeke and another stakeholders of the party, Nze Chike Eze equally expressed their satisfaction with the warm reception and celebration, noting that hosting a remarkable event like this to appreciate those who contributed to the success of the party in the constituency is necessary.

Expressing their optimism on the recovery of Mr. Obi's mandate, they extolled accolades on the agility and coordination of Hon Ikenna in success delivery, stating that he contributed immensely to the victory of the party in their constituency.

Hon. Sir Obiorah Okafor, Awka South II labour party Ward leaders and many other support groups and their executives attended the event.

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By Ndife David - Awka.

The All Progressive Grand Alliance Member-Elect Of Ekwusigo, Engr. Ikenna Sylvester Udodeme has commended The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for their peaceful and transparent conduct during the just concluded march 18 election.

He made this remark in Awka while celebrating with party members, stakeholders, and other local government party executives as well as constituent members and other well wishers.

Speaking shortly after receiving his certificate of return from INEC, Hon. Ikenna commended the people of Ekwusigo for their support. He said that his passion for fairness, equity and justice gave him an edge during the primaries.

According to him, His tenacity and resilience also played a major role as the people of Ekwusigo could attest to his truth and value orientated ideology.

He thanked God for the victory and promised to carry every member of his constituency along and called for reconciliation and reintegration of other party members into the team to foster unity and bring about rapid development in the constituency.

The Ekwusigo Local Government APGA Chairman, , Hon Chimezie Obi also expressed confidence in the credibility and competence of Hon Ikenna to represent the constituency effectively at the state house. He noted that it was the first time APGA has had a grasp on the sit since the inception of the State. He promised continuous unalloyed support to the new Member-Elect.

In his remarks, the President Ohaneze Ndigbo, Anambra State, Chief Chukwuemeka Udodeme, while commended Prof Soludo described him as an exceptional State leader for providing an enabling environment for the peaceful conduct of the election. He advised Members-Elect of the State House Of Assembly to work with the governor to succeed on his mandate.

In a separate interview, the Member-Elect of Oyi in the State House of Assembly, Hon Innocent Ojike, also joined his colleagues in other constituency in expressing gratitude to God for the opportunity to serve. He thanked the people of Oyi for believing in him and promised to live up to expectations to ensure quality assurance delivery through efficient representation of the constituency.

Chief Jude Emecheta and other APGA party chieftains were also present at the event.

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Earlier today, I inaugurated the Board of the Anambra Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) with clear terms of reference and a task to increase the state's internally generated revenue.

The Internal Revenue Service is the life-blood of all government operations, if it doesn't work, nothing works.

The results of IGR are not even close to 50% of what we anticipated to achieve. We expected to have the revenue body double its initial revenue within its first four months, which did not happen.

The Anambra state government should be making more than 3 billion naira per month, which is yet to happen, and the 2023 budget is expected to generate 4 billion naira per month, currently the State government is running a deficit on IGR. FAAC allocations are unpredictable, but we have an economy with an estimated value of up to 5 trillion naira.

It is critical to highlight the enormous potentials that exist, as well as the appropriate benchmarks and targets.

If we have a 5 trillion naira estimate and collect 1%, that is 60 billion naira per year. If we collect 2%, that's 120 billion naira per year, or a minimum of ten billion naira per month on average. If we receive 5% of income, we will have 300 billion naira per year.

As of Monday, we were dangling around 1 billion naira per month, which is extremely low. You can see how far we are doing in relation to the potentials that exist. The internal revenue service requires a 180 percent turnaround. The current path we are taking will not get us very far because we have been trying it for a year.

Members of this board must get to work right away because there is a lot of work ahead of them. We will interface and evaluate performance every three months. It will have a high mortality rate and a three-month life span. If this board fails, we will disband it and create a new one.

Mr. Richard Madiebo is the Board Chairman. Executive Directors of the Board include Dr. Greg Ugochukwu Ezeilo (Anambra South), Dr. Christian Madubuko (Anambra North), Mr. Benjamin Anierobi Okafor (Anambra Central).

Others include the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Mrs Chiamaka Nnake, Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Ifeatu Onejeme, Commissioner for Lands, Prof. Ofornze Amucheazi, Commissioner for Transport, Mrs. Pat Igwebuike.

More members of the Board include; Mr. Don Adizuo, Secretary/Head of Legal Dept., Mr. Chika Oformma, Head of Assessment and Mrs. Juliet Nwakpudolu, Head of High Net Individual Assessment Dept.

May Anambra continue to win!

CC. Soludo CFR.

SOLUDO'S ADMINISTRATION EXPRESSES ABSOLUTE COMMITMENT TOWARDS ENSURING A SUSTAINABLE CLEAN AND GREEN STATE.

By Paul Nwosu.

All roads lead to Ochanja Market, Onitsha on Friday, March 31st as Anambra State Governor, Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, undertakes the landmark flag-off of the clean, green and sustainable programme in Anambra State.

The drive toward a sustainable clean and green Anambra State is in line with the well-articulated people’s manifesto of Mr. Governor aimed at turning the homeland into a liveable, pleasurable and prosperous destination of choice.

Governor Soludo who as ever leads by example will set the tone of clearing, evacuating and desilting the Anambra environment.

After the Friday, March 31st flag-off by Governor Soludo in Ochanja Market, Onitsha, the launching of the sustainable clean and green Anambra State programme will be extended to the 21 local governments and 181 communities on Saturday, April 1st with the Deputy Governor, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim driving the charge.

All the nooks and crannies of Anambra State will bear comprehensive witness of the sustainable clean and green revolution.

With the effective launch of the clean, green and sustainable environment programme, it shall no longer be business as usual in Anambra State. The old way of just observing a sanitation day and letting refuse revert back to the streets and gutters will become a thing of the past.

The open dumping of refuse will now be anathema in Anambra State. The earlier impunity of keeping the environment dirty will fizzle out for good.

Now that proper waste management is on the front burner in the sustainable clean and green operation, it is incumbent on all Ndi-Anambra to hold fast to the great dictum that states: “Cleanliness is next to godliness.”

There is in effect zero tolerance for flagrant dumping of refuse in Anambra State. The clearing and evacuation of clogged gutters will be undertaken with gusto to alleviate the concomitant danger of the offensive odour oozing from the gutters that may lead to the outbreak of diseases.

The erstwhile eyesore of heaping mountains of refuse in the major streets of cities like Awka, Onitsha, Nnewi and Ekwulobia has of course been done away with for good.

The significant improvement in refuse evacuation in the state makes it crucial for Ndi-Anambra across board to pay the requisite fees promptly.

Desilting is imperative to clear the sand and mud clogging the highways and gutters through the flooding waters of the rainy season.

The sustainable clean and green initiative by Governor Soludo will entail the planting of trees to maintain an unpolluted environment. The planted trees will go a long way in staving off erosion that is a clear and present danger to Anambra State.

Incidentally, Anambra State has the smallest land mass amongst the states of Nigeria, with the exception of Lagos State. But then, while Lagos State is gaining more land through the reclamation of the ocean, Anambra State is losing its land to erosion. It is through the greening of the environment through massive tree planting that Anambra State can win the battle with erosion that is depleting all the land.

Sustaining the clean and green ecosystem will kill off pollution that is a great danger in the cities of Anambra State such as Onitsha, Nnewi, Awka, Ekwulobia etc.

The Anambra clean and green initiative will in due cause gain sustainability through planting trees by increasing the green areas, proper disposal of waste of every kind, checking the emission of vehicular gases, and removing plastics from wanton circulation etc.

By conserving natural vegetation, trees, natural resources, and water, Anambra State will, as Governor Soludo had promised, become a liveable, pleasurable and prosperous homeland.

Sir Paul Nwosu Commissioner for Information, Anambra State