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THE 2 DR BENS IN ORUMBA

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By Okey Emmanuel ODEWAIWAI There are defining moments in the life of a people—rare seasons when history, leadership, and opportunity converge to reshape destiny. For Orumba, that moment appears to be now. Once a formidable political bloc in Anambra State, Orumba’s influence was built on the shoulders of visionary patriarchs—men of courage, intellect, and strategic depth. Figures like Igwe Chief M.N. Ugochukwu, High Chief E.C.I. Onuigbo, Chief T.N. Madu, and the iconic Chief Alex Ekwueme did not merely occupy positions; they defined an era. Under their stewardship, Orumba commanded respect, negotiated power, and shaped the political direction of the state. Over time, however, that dominance waned, giving way to a quieter presence in the political landscape. But history has a way of repeating itself—especially when a people are anchored in resilience and collective memory.   Today, a new chapter is unfolding. At the center of this resurgence s...
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OMENKA N'AKPUJIOGU

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OMENKA N'AKPUJIOGU - THE BEAUTY BEHIND THE CURVES AND THE COURTYARDS By Okey Emmanuel ODEWAIWAI Great architects know that true architectural beauty lies behind the curves and the courtyards. While this write up would not give me time to assay the concept of curves and courtyards, I would borrow the idea to describe a man who, in present time, is behind most progressive moves in the ancient town of Akpu, otherwise known as Akpujiogu.  Am talking of no mean man: a man of personality well known across old Aguata region and the entire Anambra State. A true son of Akpu. Many love him, many don't. I do not only love him. I jealous him.  Engr Innocent Ike-Ibe is the man. OMENKA n'Akpujiogu. He's a man clothed by God Almighty with a coat of many colours - as far as natural endowments are concerned. In my village event few days ago, my jealousy for him grew taller. He stole the show with jokes and comic speeches. When he stood to dance, all eyes glued on...
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OLD AGUATA UNION (OAU) DECLARES TOTAL SUPPORT FOR GOV SOLUDO, DISSOCIATES SELF FROM PROF ORAJIAKA

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OLD AGUATA UNION (OAU) DECLARES TOTAL SUPPORT FOR GOV SOLUDO'S RE-ELECTION: DISTANCES SELF FROM PROF ORAJIAKA'S POSITION ON THE GOVERNOR By Okey Emmanuel ODEWAIWAI The Old Aguata Union (OAU) in their _Ime Obi_ meeting held at the country home of the group's  National Leader, Chief Godwin Uchime, on November 6, 2025, declared unequivocally their total support for Gov Soludo's re-election on November 8, 2025. Speaking in his welcome address, Chief Uchime said that Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR, the executive Governor of Anambra State and the proud son of the Old Aguata Union, performed so creditably well that the whole country is hailing him in all aspects of leadership. According to him, OAU is extremely proud to have Gov Soludo as their son. He added that the Union intentionally kept quiet, watching in cheerful amazement as other regions in Anambra hail and endorse the governor for the second term.  "As Gov Soludo goes around receiving accolades, end...
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AKPU PG makes Special Prayer for His Town as Nigeria Marks 65 Independence

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AKPU MY BELOVED TOWN: MAY THIS OCTOBER MARK A SPECIAL TURNAROUND IN OUR LIVES I feel highly delighted to wake up this morning and realize it's Nigeria's 65th Independence.  As I meditate, my beloved town Akpu stood in my face. And I prayed. My prayer is that God shall remember Ndî Akpu in a special way this remaining part of the year. This is more so as we prepare to celebrate Akpu Day / Mass Return on December 31, 2025. My prayer is that God will bless and multiply in one thousand fold the works of your hand. Yes, it is God that says whatever you lay your hand to do He shall prosper. That God that lifts someone from the dust bin to the palace; that God that fetched David from ikpà nkwà and crowned him King of Israel, that same God shall lift you - Onyè Akpu - to such a high level in your society to the amazement of the people. I pray that in no distant future, a good number of Ndî Akpu shall become leading figures and personalities in Anambra State.  I am praying ...
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Hon Jude Umunnakwe Prays for Ndî Orumba on Nigeria's 65th Independence

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WELCOME TO OCTOBER OF GREAT IMPACT AND FREEDOM AS NIGERIA CELEBRATES 65TH INDEPENDENCE I am of immense gratitude to God Almighty for keeping you, your family and loved ones to witness this new month of October and to celebrate Nigeria's 65th Independence. It shall be a month of great impact in your life - such an impact that will make even your enemy to praise God on your behalf. Your God will be pleased with you such that every delayed blessings and promotions shall be remembered and released this month from the throne of grace. Men and women of impact shall remember you and show you such favour that you never imagined.  By the end of the month, you shall sit back and count your blessings and have good reasons to praise the God of heaven in the mighty name of Jesus. Happy Independence! Hon Jude Umunnakwe , Senior Special Assistant to Mr Governor on Political Mobilization 
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3 GLOBAL AWARDS - Hon Jude Umunnakwe Salutes Gov Soludo'

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CONGRATULATIONS GOVERNOR SOLUDO AS THE WORLD SALUTES YOUR REVOLUTIONARY ACHIEVEMENTS WITH 3 NEW GLOBAL AWARDS We are proud to see that the global community is taking keen notice of your revolutionary developmental feats in Anambra State.   We are delighted to see that your Ólûatûegwû cap is decorated with 3 new golden feathers with awards as:   * The African Governor of the Year Award * The African Public Service Excellence Award * Special Recognition/Commendation by the House of Representatives US State of South Carolina By these, you have proven that Anambra is indeed the Light of the Nation, not just the Nigeria nation but the nations in African. Am certain that Ndî Anambra will not make the mistake of quenching this light on Nov 8 2025 as we are all eager to illuminate Africa through your exemplary leadership for the next 4 years. Congratulations, Mr Governor! Congratulations, Mr Solution, Congratulations, Ólûatûegwû! Hon Jude Umunnakwe Senior Special Assi...
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"RUN TO THE FARM", ERIC DONALDSON

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HAD I UNDERSTOOD THE REGGAE ARTISTE THEN - I WOULD HAVE BEEN A MULTI MILLIONAIRE FARMER TODAY!   By Okey Emmanuel ODEWAIWAI When in my secondary school days I was devouring the sweet melody of Eric Donaldson -  the unbeatable reggae artiste of his time - little did I know he was admonishing us to run to the farm. Yes, every reggae line then was a pack of message, but we were all engrossed in the melody and the typical rhythmic dance step. In the attached music, Eric Donaldson was calling Jamaicans to run to the farm - that was in the early '80s. He was calling everyone - students, those wearing dreadlocks, the Baldheaded, even those with screw face, all were admonished to run to the farm. Had I listened, had I understood him, if I had gotten the relics and heed to his call, today I would have been a millionaire farmer. Now consider this: my family had a very large empty land. If, for example I had planted 20 palm trees every year - from when the music was released...
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