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  A special tribute by CHRISTIAN ABURIME The name Joe Anatune may not ring a loud bell to some people. But for those privileged to have come in contact or whose paths have crossed with the man who bears the name, it does. Because, there is something enigma about the man and the name! From the very humble beginning, it was very clear even though the heavens may not have displayed terrific lightening and torrential rainfall to herald the birth of Joe Anatune, that he was destined for greatness. But to Joe, greatness is not measured in material acquisitions or the horde of degrees one has acquired here on earth. Joe believes the greatest of  'greatness' is the impact one has made in the lives of others and his community Joe Anatune, as the jolly good fellow that he is, showed very early in life that the true meaning of 'greatness' is when "we live for one another"  From his days at the famous Emekuku High School, the genius in Joe could no longer hide. It began t

The governor of Anambra state Prof Charles Soludo has commiserated with Hon. Emeka Aforka over the death of his father-in-law, Elder John Eke-Eze. Governor Soludo, in a press release made avaliable today in Awka through his Chief Press Secretary Christian Aburime said the late Elder John Eke-Eze who was a prominent community leader and peace maker dedicated his life to serving his community and humanity. The Governor however said that the deceased's selfless commitment and dedication remain a source of joy and inspiration to members of his community, both young and old. Governor Soludo opined that, it is comforting that Elder Eke-Eze lived a fulfilled and examplary life worthy of emulation. The Governor therefore urged Hon Emeka Aforka and his wife Lady Lilian Aforka to take solace in the fact that Elder Eke-Eze's contributions to his community and his examplary lifestyle as a devout Christian and dotting father will forever be cherished and remembered. The Governor on behalf o

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, Anambra State Governor has  congratulated the Nigerian Muslim Ummah on this year's occasion of Eid-el-Fitr celebration which is being celebrated across the globe. In a press release made avaliable to Journalist in Awka, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor,  Christian Aburime, said that Governor Soludo heartily rejoice with all Muslims in Anambra State, across the country and the entire world on the successful completion of the 30-day fast, in total submission and obedience to Almighty Allah. The governor prayed that the sacrifices and supplications made by all adherents of the Islamic faith in this holy month will engender progress, peace and unity in Anambra State and the nation at large. Governor Soludo however called on all muslim-faithful to use the occasion of the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr to re-dedicate their lives, pray for peace and unity as well as continue to live in harmony in their various communities and across the nation. The G

The Imo State Hausa Community congratulates Gov. Hope Uzodimma on the occasion of Id el Fitr Sallah celebration and expresses their gratitude towards the Governor for incorporating us into his administration as well as ensuring a peaceful coexistence in the state. They said it's noteworthy to say that the administration of His. Excellency, Gov. Hope Uzodimma has been a beacon of unity and has continued to live up to the demands of unity in diversity by creating an advisory office on Northern Affairs and appointing one of us as a Special Adviser on Northern Affairs. "It is evident that the Hausa Community in Imo State has experienced a level of security of lives and properties which has demonstrated the love of Imolites towards us as we have continued to ensure a peaceful coexistence for the peace and progress of Imo State." "Let me use this medium to extol the unprecedented achievements of Gov. Hope Uzodimma in road construction, infrastructural development, recovery

The Speaker, IMHA Rt Hon. Barr Kennedy Ibeh wish to felicitate with all Muslim ummah on the successful completion of Ramadan fasting.  The Speaker through his Media Office Commended them for their patience, spiritual exercise, tolerance, as well as perseverance  during the fasting period and pray to Almighty Allah to answer all their prayers. He also called on the Muslim faithfuls to seize the opportunity of the festive period to pray for peaceful coexistence in Imo State and Nigeria at large. Rt Hon. Ibeh also urged them to use the festive period to promote harmonious peace and unity of our Nation .  Happy fruitful and peaceful EI-DEL FITRI

The management of Sir Emeka Okwuosa Foundation has unveiled it's cardiology facility under Dame Irene Okwuosa memorial hospital in Oraifite. The management of the hospital today took newsmen round the facility to take first hand experience of the world class facility, which will in the long run be a big boost to Anambra in medical tourism.  The multi million dollar investment with specialties in critical care   management, automated surgery procedures, and possible transformation into a teaching hospital in the near future will serve as a gap towards training young talents and medical professionals in Nigeria.  While taking Journalists round the facility, the manager of the hospital, Aghomishe Aherosuie Ogaga and Sir Oseloka said that the facility employs highly skilled medical experts in cardiology, nephrology, and critical care management from all over the world. He said that  Sir Emeka Okwuosa had invested in specialist doctors from the USA under the Voom Foundation Cardiology c

Project Nigeria Foundation, a group that supports the presidential ambition the honorable minister of state education, Hon Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, has picked the APC Presidential Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the minister. He is the first presidential hopeful to pick the forms among many aspirants in the party jostling for the APC Presidential ticket. Project Nigeria Group, PNG, picked the N100m forms for the Imo State born Minister of State at the APC National headquarters in Abuja, some hours ago. The forms will be presented him later today where he is billed to address a world press conference.

His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma has partnered with the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) through an MoU for the State takeover of lingering road projects in the State. While commending Dr Effiong Akwa  Interim Administrator CEO, NDDC and his team, Governor Hope Uzodimma disclosed that the partnership is geared towards providing a long lasting solution to lingering execution of projects in the State due to insecurity, youth restiveness and environmental hazards as the State Government will handle the projects, provide security and the enabling environment for the desired win win situation of the people and the Government. The Governor disclosed that there is a joint team of engineers from the State and the NDDC to monitor the projects. Speaking earlier, Dr Effiong Akwa, the Interim Administrator, NDDC commended the Governor for taking bold steps in the development of the State. He further stated that the essence of the partnership is to hasten the completion

The Speaker Of Imo State House Of Assembly, Rt Honourable Barrister Kennedy Chidozie Ibeh has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the good people of Ohaji/Egbema State Constituency, over the unfortunate but avoidable death of over 100 indigenes of the local government, who lost their lives in the recent fire outbreak. In a condolence Message to the  Traditional Rulers, Political/Religious  Leaders and  People of  Ohaji/Egbema local government area, through  the  Honourable Member representing the  Constituency at the Imo State House Of Assembly,  Hon Heclus Okoro, Rt Honourable Kennedy Ibeh deeply expressed his shock, sadness and sorrow on the unfortunate but avoidable incident which  claimed hundreds of Lives,  and massive destruction of properties, with several other people   severely sustaining various degrees of injuries, in the fire outbreak which came about as a result of alleged  Illegal  Oil and Gas activities in the Constituency's forest. Rt Honourable Ibeh also consoled

  - WARNS AGAINST OIL BUNKERING AND OTHER CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES The Governor of Imo State, Sen. Hope Uzodimma has expressed his condolences to the families that lost their loved ones on Saturday after the ill-fated oil bunkering explosion at Ohaji/Egbema while he joins the host community in mourning over their loss. Gov. Hope Uzodimma has expressed his sadness over the incident, describing it as an unfortunate occurrence which underscores the basis of his fight against crime and criminality as well as his visible stand against economic sabotage in the State. He expressed his worry as to why people will continue to indulge in such a dangerous crimes knowing that the resultant effect could cost them their lives and called for a halt by those who are into it and urged those considering going into the illegal venture to desist from it in order to save lives. Gov. Uzodimma reiterated that his administration, from inception has been waging war against illegal oil bunkering in the state and it

Imo state governor Senator Hope Uzodinma has once more condemned tge activities of illegal crude oil bunkering at the wake of the explosion that rocked the illegal refinery in Ohaji Egbema where many lives was lost.   In his speech after the Holy Mass today, he condemned, once again, the activities of illegal crude oil bunkering within Imo territory.  He said that the recent pipeline explosion in Imo State has thrown some families in Ohaji/Egbema and Imo State at large, into mourning. These are the consequences of criminality and its associated trades. The governor stressed however, that with the improved Ebube Agu,  Vigilante Group, and a synergy with the security agencies, the approach against banditry has been beefed up for maximum safety of lives and properties.  "Graciously, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has agreed to resume, tomorrow, the suspended Continous Voter Registration Exercise at the three affected Local Government Areas in the State. Our righ