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2023: Atiku Will Defeat Obi In South-East – Aniagwu

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Spokesman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Campaign Council, Mr Charles Aniagwu says the turn out for the party’s presidential rally in Anambra and Imo states shows that the party had what it takes to win in the South East geopolitical zone.

Speaking on Arise Television on Saturday, Aniagwu said that the PDP was still very popular in the South East and urged Nigerians to support the party’s Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar and his running mate, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa to rescue the nation from destruction.

Aniagwu said contrary to claims that Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi may win because he was from the South East, popular politicians had defeated their opponents in the past even in their strong holds.

According to him, the same way you have Peter Obi in the South East, same way you have Atiku Abubakar and Rabiu Kwankwaso in the North and Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in the South-West, so individuals will naturally come from somewhere.

“That a man comes from somewhere does not mean that he may not be defeated and I may need to take you back to 1992 and if you could recall Bashir Tofa and Moshood Abiola. Tofa from Kano and Abiola from Ogun State in the South-West but Abiola defeated him in Kano.

“So that a man is from a place does not mean that the place will automatically be for him. And so I would not want us to be intimidated with the fact that somebody is from somewhere.

“Atiku is not just speaking and making promises, his chances both in the South-East and elsewhere in the country is far brighter than even the northern star and that is on the basis of his pedigree in time past.

“You will recall that between 1999 and 2007, Atiku and Obasanjo held sway in this country and their records are there for everyone to see,” he said.

The campaign spokesman further remarked that Atiku had the ability to search for talents to develop the country as he did while he was Vice president.

“Atiku is not just talking because he has the ability to search for talents irrespective of where they are from.

“Dr Okonjo Iweala and Professor Chukwuma Soludo who served as Minister of Finance and Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, were discovered by Atiku and they made great impact during their tenure.”

On bringing peace back to the South-East, Aniagwu said Atiku had already enshrined peace and unity in his policy document “My Covenant With Nigerians”

“Atiku has made it very clear that he is going to discuss with both state and non-state actors and the crisis in the South-East is basically from non-state actors.

“Some people see them as agitators while others see them as militants but Atiku is not going to be involved in labeling. He will discuss the issues with them and good enough some of the issues are already known to him.

“Issues of under development and marginalization and he says he is going to address them to ensure that every Nigerian irrespective of where you are from is going to be brought on the decision table and once those issues are dealt with, the people agitating would have been assuaged to embrace peace,” he said.

Aniagwu who is also Delta State Commissioner for Information, said the party’s Vice-Presidential Candidate and Delta State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa had addressed similar issues in the state to the extent that the creeks where there used to be agitations is now as peaceful as the upland.

“Atiku besides his pan Nigerian disposition  also believed that that formula worked and will be adopted to bring lasting peace across the country, so we are quite convinced that Atiku will take decisions that will make everybody comfortable by forming a government of national unity,” Aniagwu added.

Atiku’ll Resuscitate MSMEs With $10bn – Okowa

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Vice-Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor of Delta, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Saturday, affirmed that the party’s Presidential Candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, would revive and grow Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with 10 billion dollars. 

Okowa stated this at the flag-off of PDP’s Presidential Campaign in Imo held at Heroes’ Square, Owerri and urged Imo people and all Nigerians to vote Atiku-Okowa ticket for the unity, rescue and rebuilding of the nation from the ruins the APC-led Federal Government pluned into.

He charged party faithful in the state to take the campaigns to the homes of the people to assure them that the PDP would resolve all security and economic challenges facing the nation, if elected.

“What I am seeing here today shows that you are indeed working very hard for the PDP and I am convinced that PDP will win the election in February, 2023.

“I greet all of you and I am very convinced that you are very ready to work for the PDP because you have come here in very large numbers.

“I urge you all to go to all our communities and preach to the people about the programmes and policies of the PDP as encapsulated in the Atiku’s ‘Covenant With Nigerians’.

“Only Atiku can unite Nigeria and rescue us out of the dire situation the APC has placed Nigerians with their inept leadership.

“Atiku has assured of a 10 billion dollar fund to support MSMES and you can be assured that whatever he says, he does.

“I have gone to various parts of the country and I am convinced that Atiku and PDP will win the election and when that happens, Imo State will be counted among the states won by the PDP,” he stated.

On his part, National Chairman of the party, Senator Iyorchia Ayu, said Imo had been a traditional PDP state since 1999 and urged the people to work together to win the presidential election for the party in 2023.

“Once we have won the Presidency, then be assured that Imo will be back to PDP. If you vote PDP be sure of economic growth because without security you cannot develop.

“We shall tackle insecurity so that our people can return to their various endeavours,” he stated.

Ayu warned against division in the party and urged the leaders to unite and work for the party’s victory in 2023, saying “We will not accept division in our party; everybody must work together to produce victory for the party”. 

Chairman of the PDP Presidential Campaign Council and Governor of Akwa-Ibom State,  Udom Emmanuel, said Atiku Abubakar remained the only candidate to unify the country and bring back the industries and create jobs for the people.

“Atiku will resuscitate and restore our nation’s lost glory,” Udom stated.

Director-General of the PDP Presidential Campaign Council and Governor of Sokoto State, Rt. Hon. Aminu Tambuwal, charged Imo people to vote for the PDP to recover the nation from abject poverty, insecurity and economic malaise brought upon the country by the inept APC.

The campaign team, which had earlier paid a courtesy visit to the Imo State Traditional Rulers’ Council led by the Chairman, Eze Dr Emmanuel.C. Okeke (Eze Imo), had in attendance Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki; former Governors of Imo, Chief Achike Udenwa and Chief Emeka Ihedioha.

Others include former Governor of Old Anambra State, Jim Nwobodo, former National Chairman of the party, John Nwodo; former President of the Senate, Adolphus Wagbara and Senator Ben Ndi-Obi.

Okowa Congratulate Buhari At 80

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Vice Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor of Delta, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, has congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on his 80th birth anniversary.

Okowa, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba extended the goodwill of the government and people of the state to the President on the landmark anniversary, saying God had been faithful.

The governor used the opportunity to commend Buhari for the completion of the second Niger Bridge, and remarked that it was a demonstration of “political will”

He said “as you clock 80 today, I heartily rejoice with you and your family on behalf of the Government and people of Delta.

“Let me on behalf of our people commend you for the completion of the second Niger Bridge, an audacious project that was long overdue.

“Your administration has provided support to states and local governments through interventions and refunds to mitigate the myriad of economic challenges faced by the two tiers of government.

“As you celebrate this year’s anniversary, it is my prayer and that of Deltans that God will continue to grant you good health and wisdom to finish strong as your administration winds down.

“On this auspicious occasion, I join your family, friends and other Nigerians to thank Almighty God for granting you a life of great accomplishments and service to mankind.”

Medical Officers’ Brain Drain: Okowa, Enabulele Proffers Solution

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Vice-Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor of Delta, Sen Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, and President of World Medical Association, Dr Osahon Enabulele, have said that improvement on emolument and working environment would reverse the preponderance of brain-drain of medical personnel from the country.

They made this known in their separate remarks at the opening of Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) National Executive Council Meeting and Leadership Retreat in Asaba, on Wednesday.

They expressed optimism that resolutions from the NEC meeting, with the theme “Doctors and Effective Leadership in the Health Sector” would also proffer more solutions to resolving the issue and others plaguing the medical profession and healthcare delivery.

Reacting to the request for replacement of medical workers who left for greener pastures abroad, Okowa said he had given approval to fill the vacancies.

According to him, it is painful that people are leaving the country due to poor conditions. We cannot stop them, but the vacancies created by such exits should be filled; I have given the approval that they should be replaced so that we don’t over-labour those left behind.

“I have long given approval to the Commissioner for Health that all doctors and medical professionals who exits the services of the state should be replaced immediately.

“No doubt, the economic fortunes of a nation are closely intertwined with the status of the health of its people. But, to remain economically buoyant as a nation, we have to ensure that our health sector is not plagued with daunting challenges.

“Although we have achieved some milestones in health as a nation, the healthcare system of our country is beset with the current problem of brain-drain.

“It is worrisome that our medical doctors who are expected to provide care for those who are ill among us, are leaving the shores of our country in droves.

“I feel this is a very key issue facing us as a nation and we should look into ways of stemming this ugly tide as we will continue to lose our medical professionals to other countries abroad if urgent measures are not adopted.

“It is a national challenge, which demands the collective attention of all, and among other reasons, is especially the desire to earn more money. There are also some complaints about the working environment and inadequate equipment,” he said.

Okowa said that his administration had built new hospitals and provided modern hospital equipment to meet with current realities.

“In Delta State, we have tried to tackle some of these challenges by carrying out extensive renovations of most of our health facilities in all the three tiers of government
across the State.

“In addition, we have largely replaced old, worn-out and obsolete medical equipment with new ones in virtually all the health facilities in the State. 

“We have also built new hospitals; an example is Asaba Specialist Hospital, which is providing tertiary-level services in the State, including the Delta State University Teaching Hospital at Oghara. Others include the Advanced Diagnostics Medical Centre and Mother and Child Centre in Owa-Alero.

“Their medical equipment are state-of-the-art and these facilities will also serve as referral centres providing tertiary-level health services in the State and indeed, the entire country.

“They have been provided with all necessary amenities, including a very conducive environment and attractive working conditions for staff.

“I am proud to add that Delta State is one of the very few in the Federation to domesticate the Medical Residency Training Act of 2017 in all our health institutions where residency training is being done,” he stated.

On his part, Dr Enabulele said that there was a need to have effective leadership that would address the myriad of issues confronting the health sector in the country.

He called for concerted efforts to address the issue of brain drain, saying “we must ensure that we walk the talk in terms of leadership.”

Enabulele described Governor Okowa as an exemple of good leadership, and wished that the medical profession and Nigeria had more persons like him.

Chairman of the occasion, Professor Sam Oyovbaire, recalled the role of the NMA in the past and urged them to wake up and contribute their best to rebuild the nation’s health sector.

He commended Governor Okowa for his impact in the health sector of the state, especially with the state’s contributory health insurance scheme.

In his address, the President of the association, Dr. Uche Ojinmah, expressed appreciation to the Federal Government and some state governments, including Delta, for paying the new hazard allowance, adding that the Delta blazed the trail in paying the new allowance and many others.

Ojinmah called on other state governments in the country that were yet to commence payment of the allowance to do so to maintain industrial harmony in their health care sectors.

According to him, the quest for the long overdue upward review of CONMESS has been reinvigorated and shall not wane until the goal is achieved.

The NMA boss stressed that the grief of the long-suffering Nigerian doctor must meet a relief quickly to avert a total acquisition of escape velocity also known as ‘Japa’.

He said the NMA was passing through a lot of turbulence as a result of loss of standards and derision of merit in the society, and urged members to be of good cheer in the discharge of their duties.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman of NMA in Delta, Dr. Carter Okolakpa, had expressed appreciation to Governor Okowa for the immense support his administration had offered the association.

Okolakpa appealed to the governor to declare an emergency on the replacement of medical doctors and other healthcare workers who had left the service of the state.

This, he said, would reduce the stress the doctors and health workers were passing through due to manpower shortage.

In his remarks, the Asagba of Asaba, Obi Prof. Chike Edozien, who was represented by Chief Chris Chukwurah, called for a strong leadership in the country that would address the challenges be-devilling all sectors of the nation, adding that the problem in the country was failure of government to implement well-articulated policies and programmes.

The Asagba, who is a medical doctor, wished participants fruitful deliberations.

During the ceremony, Prof. Clement Osime of the University of Benin, who delivered a lecture titled “Doctors and Effective Leadership in the Health Sector,” stressed the need for medical practitioners to put in their best in the discharge of their duties.

He also tasked the medical doctors on leadership, saying it was important for them to be good leaders so as to be good mentors and motivators.

2023: Nigerians Will Rejoice Again, Okowa A ssures

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Vice-Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor of Delta, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa, on Wednesday assured Nigerians that they would rejoice again as the nation would overcome its present travails after 2023 general elections.

Okowa gave the assurance at the 2022 Annual Convention and Christmas Concert of Christ Holy Church International, Asaba, with “Immanuel” as theme, and urged Nigerians to pray to God who alone could turn situations around for the good of the people.

He said that the sufferings of today would definitely pass away and a new life would come for Nigerians, adding that “rather than grumble and blame people, spend the time to pray to our God because He alone can turn things around.

“But, God alone who had allowed us to pass through the last seven years there is a lesson to be learnt from this.”

The governor, who took the only lesson of the occasion, said that the Christian faith was nourished daily by the word of God and expressed belief that the people were gathered to nourish their faith through the word of God.

“The convention is for us to be enriched such that when we leave for our various homes, we would have been assured that our lives have been affected positively.

“As Christians, we all know that God always want to be with us. But the question is, are we ready to be with God?

“The benefit of Christian life is to allow God to be with us and dwell in our lives and as children of faith we can do nothing without Jesus so we must struggle daily to abide in Jesus,” he said.

The PDP Presidential running mate said that Nigeria was facing challenging times which required the people to go into self-retrospection.

He stated that a very challenging period was prevailing in the country and that people were wondering if this was the Nigeria of their dream.

Okowa said “this, certainly is not the Nigeria of our dream; so, what do we do in this time? It is to call on the name of our God to touch the lives of our people so that we will do His will.

“These are interesting times for politics and politicians because as we talk to the people it is only God that knows our hearts and He alone knows those He has prepared to lead at this time.

“Our people must be prayerful and watchful so that God will truly lead us as a church and as a people so that we don’t act with the trauma of the times.”

In his sermon, President, Christian Association of Nigeria and General Superintendent, Christ Holy Church International, Most Rev. Daniel Okoh, said that the theme of the convention, “Immanuel”, was an assurance that God was always with the people.

He said that God did not abandon His creation, adding that Nigeria would not break because God was with the country.

“The coming election will not break Nigeria. As a matter of fact, 2023 is the year of golden opportunity for Nigeria. 2023 is year of opportunity to elect leaders who will turn around the fortunes of Nigeria.

“God has already chosen those who will lead the people come 2023 and since God is interested in the government and the economy of men, then the people should be involved because God will use people to turn things around for the country.

“Do not be afraid because we have God who dwells among us to chose our leaders and watch over them and to hold them accountable,” the cleric stated.

The CAN President condemned those attacking INEC offices and urged Nigerians to be prepared to vote for the candidates of their choice to lead the country out of its present travails.

Nigeria Fail Again To Defeat Egypt In Final Of African Hockey5s Qualifiers

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Ossy Ugwu

Nigeria’s Men’s Senior National Hockey Team has failed to avenge Tuesday’s loss to Egypt at the inaugural International Hockey Federation IHF, Hockey5s, African World Cup qualifiers holding in the Egyptian Port City of Ismailia

The Nigerian team fell to a 9-2 defeat to the continent’s powerhouse in the finals played on Thursday.

Despite the loss, Nigeria still grabbed the second qualification spot in the men’s category, behind champions Egypt, followed by Kenya who defeated Zambia 5-2 to displace the South Africans and complete the list of African countries heading to the inaugural Hockey5s World Cup in Oman in 2024.

The Nigerian team started the journey to qualification on Sunday in blazing form, defeating South Africa 5-4 in the opening fixture and also picked a 4-2 victory over Kenya, before playing out a 4-4 draw with Zambia on Tuesday.

The team suffered their first defeat against Egypt in the last game of the evening on Tuesday

Enugu State Gov. Flags Off Dec. 2022 Main Pilgrimage Exercise To Israel/Jordan

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The Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has flagged off the 2022 Christian Pilgrimage exercise to Israel and Jordan on Friday, December 16, 2022 in Enugu.

Addressing the intending pilgrims during the orientation programme organized by the Mobilization Department of  the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission and the Enugu State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, the Governor thanked the leadership of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission for choosing the state for the inaugural airlift of  the December 2022 pilgrimage exercise to Israel and Jordan.

He pointed out that his administration has been consistent in the sponsorship of Christian pilgrims to the Holy land.

According to him, “every year Christians in our state are sponsored on pilgrimage irrespective of their denominations”. He added,” today, 300 pilgrims would be airlifted to Israel and Jordan “.

Governor Ugwuanyi tasked the intending pilgrims on zero abscondment during pilgrimage.

He urged them to exhibit high sense of decency and decorum while in the Holy land.

He further charged them to ensure they pray for God’s intervention in the affairs of Nigeria and for smooth transition of a  new Government in Nigeria in 2023.

Earlier in his remarks, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Rev Dr Yakubu Pam stated that Enugu had  made history for being the first to be airlifted in the year’s December pilgrimage.

The NCPC helmsman commended the Governor for his dedication of faith for his people.

He lauded President Muhammadu Buhari for approving the commencement of the Pilgrimage and for his continued support for Christian Pilgrimage in Nigeria.

In the same vein, the NCPC boss also applauded the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha for his support and guidance.

Rev Pam hinted that the year’s December pilgrimage exercise was mainly the states affairs.

He admonished the intending pilgrims not to think of absconding in the holy land . His words,” I want all of you to come back safely the way you went”.

NECHAMA NGO Brings Solace To The Widows, Others

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…As CEO Recieves Commendation

By Sandra Agenu

Many, from the way they express concern for others, especially for the less privileged in the society, would have loved to be extending the milk of human kindness in them but for the simple fact that they have not the means.

Those who have the means complimented with the feeling for the less privileged, show it no matter how little, and not minding that they have not fully made it.

To the latter group of human is what the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mrs. Isioma Catherine Itekena Tamunokuro who is also a Special Assistant to the governor of Delta State, Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa on Youth Mobilization, belongs.

She believes in giving out to the less privileged no matter the little she has, and will be left with her thereafter.

Her NGO formed in 2020, has started making waves and lives according to its motto which is providing solace and comfort, the main reason for forming it, to shower solace, comfort and happiness among the aged, from 60 and above, because according to her, ‘’age 50 and below are still able-bodied and can cater for themselves. Nechama also takes care of the youths as we believe they are future leaders of tomorrow.’’

On where her NGO has been able to touch since forming it, she says: “We get in touch with ward chairmen of political parties from different local governments areas. The most recent recipients from my NGO was wards 5 and 7 where rice, beans, oil, other condiments were given out to more than 60 persons and still counting among them were men and women, widows, the aged who were all carefully selected.’’

A prominent Obi in Asaba, Obi Micheal Odiaka spoke at the event while Obi Amuwa Sunday was present at the occasion that attracted many people in both wards in Asaba, the Delta State capital.

Isioma Catherine Itekena Tamunokuro, says her NGO hopes to carry its functions beyond Oshimili to other parts of Delta State to enlarge the number of its beneficiaries.

The NGO has many members and still hope to widen its scope by bringing in more members after the elections.

She was full of appreciation for her boss, Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa for giving her the opportunity to serve her people as SA on Youth Mobilization. Her appreciation also goes to the Permanent Secretary, Government House, Asaba, Sir Edwin Ogidi-Gbegbaje, whom she described as a father and a mentor, also to her husband for supporting her project which she is using to reach out to people. In her list of those appreciated is Ambassador Uyero Erarawewho Junior for his support also.  

National Sports Festival Victory, Justifies Delta Huge Investment In Sports – Ned Nwoko

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…Congratulates Okowa,  Team Delta Champions.

The Founder of SPORTS UNIVERSITY, Idumuje -Ugboko, Hon.Prince Ned Nwoko has  congratulated Delta state for winning the 21st National Sports festival, held at Asaba, the state capital and noted that the victory justified the state’s huge investment in sports.

In a congratulatory message, issued at his Idumuje -Ugboko country home, Prince Ned Nwoko, said the performance of Delta was outstanding with 320 gold, 200 silver and 228 bronze medals.

He said Delta had proved its matchless excellence as the number one in Sports among the 36 states and Federal capital Territory, having won various  Sports competitions  at local and international levels.

He commended governor Ifeanyi Okowa for his rare ingenuity and foresight in making the state the hub of sporting activities in Nigeria.

Prince Nwoko who is the Delta North senatorial candidate of the PDP for the 2023 elections noted that sports development formed one of the most significant human empowerment, with its values of self actualisation, enhancement of health, wealth creation , peace and unity among people.

He  noted with joy that the superlative strides of the state in Sports , aligned with the vision of SPORTS University, dedicated to the grooming of male and female sporting talents that would rise to national and global champions.

He expressed optimism that the institution, reputed as the first Sports university in Sub Saharan Africa would partner with the  state government in developing youngsters that would lead the Nation in Sports.

According to Nwoko: “ Sports is a thriving enterprise in Delta. The sterling performance of the state in national sporting competitions had been quite remarkable, especially under the Okowa administration. The state has consecutively won the   national  sports festival. It has also excelled, hosting and winning other sports events, both at local and international levels.

“ Okowa built bridges, roads, hospitals , schools and markets even without making noise or  fanfare. Yet Delta under his tenure , has accomplished so much in Sports far ahead of other states.

“ I am delighted about the sporting feat recorded so far by Delta because I am passionate about sports. The development of individuals with sound mind and body is the idea of Sports university. There is no development more rewarding and enduring than human capital investment through sports.

“ I heartily congratulate team Delta for emerging champions at the national sports festival. It is a great win for all Deltans as sports lovers”, Ned Nwoko stated.

Okowa’s EA Media, Chiazor, Rallies Voters For PDP Candidates

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*Mobilizes Idumuje- Unor Youths

By Patrick Ochei

The Executive Assistant to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa on Media and former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, Comrade Norbert Chiazor has commenced canvassing votes for the candidates of the PDP ahead of the 2023 general elections.

The cerebral Media Aide of the Delta State Governor, was at his home town, Idumuje-Unor in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, on Saturday 10th December, 2022, where he addressed over 500 youths of the community in a memorable interactive session.

Chiazor, former Deputy General Manager and Head of News, Delta Broadcasting Service, DBS Warri, said he had networked various administrations of Government for over three decades of public service and noted that Idumuje unor had been on the front roll of history as regards peace and self-driven community development.

While giving the historical behaviour of the people of Idumuje-Unor, Chiazor said that an average Idumuje person symbolized integrity, honour, contentment and self worth, adding that such has always shown in the enterprising manner the people initiated projects.

He advised the youths on the importance of approaching the 2023 General Elections with one voice and full support for an organized and well structured political party like the PDP.

As a professional in politics, he also counseled them to support the PDP 5/5 as a party that had demonstrated sincerity in the affairs of the community.

His words: “Governor Okowa has done excellently well constructing the Idumuje unor- Idumuje Ugboko road which had existed as a narrow earth road for centuries. He has also made salutary efforts in school renovation among other positive interventions in Idumuje unor. A couple of Idumuje indigenes have been empowered with political appointments.
We certainly need more from the system; from the federal to the state levels.

“While Atiku and Okowa will be at the presidency rescuing Nigeria, Sheriff Oborovwori will be here doing MORE for Deltans. And the best of leadership is closer to us with Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko, illustrious Idumuje son in the Senate and other PDP candidates across our communities.

“We have a proud heritage; We had a king of blessed memory, who was the longest reigning monarch in Africa and second in the world. The reign of our current Obi, a God-fearing, intelligent and progressive King, has brought unprecedented development to the kingdom. Yet we have lagged behind in terms of political relevance among communities.

“We must change the narrative as a people. I am not vying for any political position. However, I am here because I am your brother and as someone that has fair knowledge of power and politics, I am convinced and confident that the PDP would win at all levels; and as such, would not want you to be in the opposition. Happily, Idumuje clan as a whole ranked among Anioma areas that had voted massively for the party since 1999. We must continue the good winning streak.

“Things will no longer be the same again. Believe me as your brother who is very close to these people, I will alongside other leaders of thought, ensure that we are not left out but benefit much, collectively as a people. I am particular about employment of our young graduates, skills development and social infrastructure for our community.

“I most warmly appreciate you for your prayers and going forward, we shall work together to achieve the necessary progress you desire as youths”, Chiazor posited.

Earlier in acknowledging his presence, the Idumuje-Unor Youth President, Mr. Hilary Ikechukwu had eulogized Comrade Chiazor as a man widely read and known for his outstanding contributions to the Nigerian media industry.

He affirmed that Idumuje-Unor is proud of him and in particular the youths who see him as a role model.

In addition, he said, “Because we hold you in high esteem, whatever you tell us we will believe and work with. Though we have had some failed promises in midst of much achievements, we need leaders who are experienced and widely connected to guide us and assist in making our collective desires realizable”, the youth leader submitted.

Moreover, several youths who spoke at the meeting attended by the councilor representing the community, Hon.Udoji
Azonuche and PDP youth leader, Felix Udoka Bardi, made germane observations, suggestions and appeals, aimed at the advancement of Idumuje community.

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