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  His Excellency Amb. Hezekiah C. Duru wins Human Rights Defender of The Year Award from Arise Africa Magazine. Social scientist have postulated that no man is born human but being classified as a human being is only but a product of the content of ones character and behaviours makes one a human being .same can be seen in the person of Dr. Hezekiah .C. Duru.     Born in the family of most Rev. Prof. Daddy Hezekiah MFR. The founder and leader of living Christ mission Inc, and the proprietor of Hezekiah university the first private university in Imo state. Dr. AMBASSADOR HEZEKIAH .C. DURU is the fourth child among seven children of his parents, Mr and Mrs Benjamin Duru . Ambassador Dr. Hezekiah .C. Duru can mistakenly be described as one born with golden spoon ,but he never was as he grew from grass to grace. His early childhood education was made possible by self help efforts which saw him engaged in Baber jobs later sales of petty articles to enable him assist his parents to pay school

  .....Says, 'Peter Obi will be the best president Nigeria has ever had' Sending shockwaves through the main opposition party in Nigeria, Valentine Ozigbo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2021 Anambra governorship election, has announced his decision to dump the party and throw his weight behind Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party.  In an appearance on the evening programme 'The Arise Interview' programme anchored by Charles Aniagolu on Thursday, August 18, 2022, Mr Ozigbo revealed that his decision to resign from the PDP was based on the need to ensure that at this precarious time in Nigeria's history a competent and visionary leader was elected to lead Nigeria into the future.  According to the respected business leader, Nigerians have been split into two categories: "those working to sustain the status quo and those uncomfortable with the status quo and want to bring positive change. "I belong to the group that is uncomfo

Imo State residents under the aegis of Imo Coalition For Justice, Peace and Unity has organised a peaceful rally in Owerri, the Imo State capital to register their support towards the shared prosperity government of Gov. Hope Uzodimma and against those fermenting insecurity in the state. While addressing newsmen, the spokesman of the group, Barr. Ekeh Uzoma made it clear that they are resisting the attempts of some desperate politicians in the state causing insecurity in some parts of the state and will stand against such politicians from progressing their evil intentions. The group called on the federal government to immediately investigate the actions of Emeka Ihedioha, Uche Onyeagocha and Gerald Irona over what they described as an act of sedition against the government of Gov. Hope Uzodimma since he assumed office as the Governor. They described the recent attacks by Uche Onyeagocha against Gov. Hope Uzodimma as unwarranted, provocative and self seeking attention for his selfish in

  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” she stressed

  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 i

  ~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 Foundation which

........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 promoting their welfar

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 Muster P

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 his refusal to blow

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 State Go

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!