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  Jamie Pajoel, the founder of JAMIE PAJOEL INTERNATIONAL, and Dr Linda Iheme over the weekend hosted His Excellency, Former Governor of Anambra state, Mr Peter Obi, at the just concluded JPI leadership conference in Owerri Imo state.  The Nigerian- Canadian based global leadership mentors for youths in Nigeria, attracted over 3000 youths who they used the conference to mentor in different aspects of life for their overall development inline with international best practice. JPI Annual leadership conference has over the years established it's pride of place as the largest event in the South East, because of its impact on youth development and mentorship.  In her keynote address at the conference, Dr Linda Iheme, who is a Nigerian- Canadian based educational consultant spoke on the need for the youths to take back their destinies by ensuring good leadership at all levels of government, through active political participation. Speaking further  on the theme “WAY FORWARD...

  By Chigozie Igbo Jr The name Senator Dr Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah, needs no introduction both in business and political circles in Nigeria. Over the years, he has continued to impact positively on the lives of the people in his community, state and by extension Nigeria. His journey to the 9th Senate has been awesome, going by his many achievements. Today, one can't talk about the 9th Senate without the mention of Senator Dr Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah, the Prince of the Senate. One of the most outstanding senators  who was able to sponsor bills that is today impacting on the lives of Nigerians positively. Today, I will be looking at the Deep Offshore and Inland Basin Production sharing contract law, which is one of the most prominent bills the senator has co sponsored. I will be stating it's benefits and possible implications to the overall development of Nigeria, which many do not know about and how Nigerians have benefited from it therein. In this piece I will throw more light on the ...

  ~Dr Ezeafurukwe Paul Ihunanya Sen. Osita Izunaso’s intention to represent the good people of Orlu Zone at the Senate in 2023 has been described as timely and a representation that will herald good tidings to the people of Orlu zone. This is as a result of Izunaso strongwill to position the zone into socio-economic height as opposed to the type of representation being witnessed in the zone currently. The pedigree and antecedents of Izunaso most especially as it concerns politics has been proven overtime.  His desire to become the Senator that will represent Orlu zone is borne out of passion, selfless service and burden that must be lifted only and when the people begins to enjoy the dividends of good representation. He has never been unwavering in his aspiration, he understands that the people must always come first before power as he sees power as another alternative towards achieving great things for his people. Hence, his philanthropic gestures under the Kpakpando Foundati...

........COMMISSIONS  ULTRA MODERN PLAZA SHOPPING COMPLEX BUILT BY PLAZA OWNERS ASSOCIATION (PLOWASS) IN LAGOS. On Wednesday being; August 10, 2022,  Senator Dr Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah at the Lagos International Tradefair market commissioned the new ultra modern shopping plaza complex built by Plaza Owners Association (PLOWASS) in Lagos State.  Addressing the guests including the leadership and traders of various markets unions, Industry heads, Bank Executives and other Government officials, he restated his unwavering commitment towards supporting  indigenous businesses through the instrumentality of the legislature. Senator Ubah however noted that Ndi Igbo and Anambra people in particular are by nature, traders and economic giants. "We dominate trade/commerce in Nigeria as a whole and contribute up to 60% input in the Nigerian GDP through trade and commerce. It is therefore my avowed determination to continually support the growth of indigenous businesses while promotin...

In keeping with its continuous safety awareness program, the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) subjected its workforce to a Fire Drill, as part of its way of inculcating safety consciousness and firefighting techniques among its employees. The exercise, which is held periodically, took place at the company’s corporate headquarters in Enugu, Thursday, and was organized by the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) department, in conjunction with the Enugu State Fire Service. At the session, there were teachings on fire prevention tips, classes of fire and the various firefighting equipment, with practical demonstration on how they are used. The Head of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), EEDC, Engr. Dr. Francis Iwu reiterated the company’s commitment to safety and charged every staff of the organization to always be safety conscious and vigilant about happenings around them, both at home and at the workplace.   He further advised them to always converge at the...

By Igbo Chigozie  It's worthy to note that In the ancient world of the Bible, cities had walls surrounding them, which provided protection from enemies and hooligans from penetrating into their domains.  When the wall was breached, the city was vulnerable to destruction; the only way to secure it was for people to risk their lives, by literally standing in the gap on the wall and fighting the enemy. The narration above best describes Senator Dr Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah, the senator representing Anambra South Senatorial District, who in the last three years has stood in the Gap for Ndi Anambra South Senatorial District. He has so far in the Senate protected the people from the hawks who have since 1999 coverted the position of the Senate as theirs  while the people languished in abject want  and lack of proactive legislation for the overall good of the people.  In his bid to change the narrative of old in the zone , Senator Ubah has quietly done a yeomans job despite...

Following the recovery of Imo Standard Shoes Industry from the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) by His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Comr. Simon Ebegbulem has taken possession of the company on behalf of the State Government from the RHODS Security Consultant.  Speaking after the signing of the official documents, the Commissioner stated that the ceremony marks another landmark achievement of the 3R Administration. He stated that the recovery of the shoe industry will boost job creation and industrial base of the State.  He lauded his Excellency Dist. Sen Hope Uzodimma for courageously paying off the debts and his determination to ensure that the shoe industry comes back on board. The CEO of RHODS Security Consultant, Commodore Ogechi Osuagwu (RTD.) stated that the company, a security arm of AMCON, has over the period, secured the premises, and following the recovery of the Industry by Imo...

Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR has congratulated the Minister for Labour and Employment, Senator (Dr.) Chris Nwabueze Ngige, as he clocks seventy years (70) on planet earth. Governor Soludo in a birthday message commended Dr. Chris Ngige, describing him as an accomplished politician, an erstwhile Governor of Anambra State, Senator and now Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.  These are commendable achievements as an  illustrious son of the State. Therefore, on this auspicious occasion of your  70th birthday, on behalf of my family, the government and people of Anambra State, I heartily congratulate you and wish you many more years of service to your fatherland  Happy birthday Onwa!

By Christian Aburime  Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR and his counterpart Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, Governor of Delta State were both present to honour Archbishop Alexander Chibuzo Ibezim on his diamond Jubilee birthday anniversary at the Cathedral Church of Saint Faith, Awka, Anambra State  His Grace, Most Reverend Alexander Chibuzo Ibezim, the Archbishop, Ecclesiastical Province of the Niger and Bishop of Awka Diocese celebrated his 60th birthday, three years of Archiepiscopacy, twelve years episcopacy, twenty eight years of progressive marriage union and thirty eight years of service in the Lord's vineyard The event was presided by His Grace, the Most Reverend Henry C. Ndukuba, Archbishop Metropolitan and Primate of All Nigeria (Anglican Communion), assisted by other Archbishops and Bishops across the nation  In his homily, Most Reverend Ndukuba told the congregation to hold-on to God.  He assured that God will arise and the enemy will ...

Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has extended his warm felicitations to the Archbishop, Ecclesiastical Province of the Niger and Bishop of Awka Diocese, the Most Rev'd Alexander Chibuzo Ibezim, PhD, on his 60th birthday celebration. Governor Soludo joins millions of Ndi Anambra and well-wishers to acknowledge God's blessings on His Grace life as he marks three years of Archiepiscopacy, twelve years episcopacy, twenty years of marriage and thirty eight years of service in God's vineyard. "I commend the exemplary leadership you have provided over the years as an Anglican Prelate and your pious devotion to the service of the Lord." "Anambra State, Nigeria and indeed, the global community are proud of the exceptional commitment, passionate and visionary leadership you have provided in diligently piloting the affairs of the Church and selfless service to humanity over the years." "On behalf of my family, the government and ...

  By Collins Ughalaa KSC  If Government must fight insecurity to a standstill in Imo, all hands must be on deck. We must play our different roles because security is everyone's business. If we look the other way, or give covert support to non-state actors because our opponent is in power, we may be riding on the back of the tiger. This is why we get worried when people who should know better begin to say things that are unbecoming, by making incendiary comments, glamorizing acts of terror or pummelling government each time there is operational pushback against non-state actors. Journalists have a lot to do in this regard.  A good example of what a journalist should not do in time of insurgency is the kind of article written on Thursday, August 4, 2022, by the State Correspondent of ThisDay newspaper, Amby Uneze. Captioned "The unmasking of the unknown gunmen", Uneze made claims that distort recent history. He gave himself out as someone acting a script, by calling for the...