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Ikwerre BBIGN Congratulates New Ikwerre LGA Council Chairman

Ikwerre BBIGN Congratulates New Ikwerre LGA Council Chairman

Dr Emmanuel Chigoziri Orgwu, the President of Bridge Builders Initiative for Green Nigeria (BBIGN), has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Hon. Charles Wobodo on his election as the new Chairman of the Ikwerre Local Government Area. Dr Orgwu also congratulated Ethel Kinika, who alongside was elected as Vice Chairman. In a letter jointly signed by BBIGN Ikwerre LGA Coordinator, Mr. Benjamin Amaewhule and the Secretary, Barr. Chukwudi Enyi-Wuzor, the organisation’s leadership expressed their best wishes for a successful and impactful tenure.The letter emphasised the importance of upholding the core values and principles of good governance, urging the newly elected officials…
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Yoruba: From ancestors to architects (1) – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Yoruba: From ancestors to architects (1) – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

The Yoruba-speaking people of Nigeria have been floundering, a state that, as is common in human societies, has led to transferred aggression. This isn’t a problem unique to the Yorubas; we need only recall how large segments of the German population misdirected their aggression towards Jews and other minorities, resulting in a worldwide catastrophe. We must learn from these historical lessons! Yorubas are unfortunately misinterpreting their own cultural strength, using it to promote self-serving interests rather than collective empowerment. They should look to the Gujaratis – a small Indian ethnolinguistic group – as a model for how a community can…
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Blind Leaders Cannot Lead a Great Nation NYA Calls for Change in 2027

Blind Leaders Cannot Lead a Great Nation NYA Calls for Change in 2027

Our leaders have become spiritually blind they neither see nor understand the true pains of the people anymore. The cries of the masses echo daily, yet they turn deaf ears changing political parties for their personal gains. Fellow Nigerians, under the banner of the National Youth Alliance (NYA), the time has come for us to rise and live up to expectation. We cannot continue on this path of neglect and suffering. Come 2027, let us boldly stand together to change the status quo. The destiny of our nation lies not in the hands of a few, but in the collective…
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E.C.K Foundation Visit to Amangwu Ohafia for Iriji Festival: A Step Forward in Grassroots Philanthropy

E.C.K Foundation Visit to Amangwu Ohafia for Iriji Festival: A Step Forward in Grassroots Philanthropy

In a significant stride towards strengthening grassroots engagement and fostering community development, delegates from the E.C.K Foundation recently visited Amangwu Ohafia to participate in the annual Iriji (New Yam) Festival. The visit underscored the Foundation’s commitment to deepening its philanthropic impact and connecting with local traditions. During the event, the Foundation’s delegation met with the Council of Chiefs and the Ezie Ogo, the traditional ruler of the Ohafia "A" community. Leading the entourage were Barr. Emelike Okorie, Esq., the Foundation’s legal adviser, and Chief Colins Agwu (Udu Mmini Ohafia), who addressed the gathering on behalf of E.C.K Foundation. Chief Dr.…
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Eke Kalu Eke: From Aspiration to the Bar; a Journey of Success

Eke Kalu Eke: From Aspiration to the Bar; a Journey of Success

On Tuesday September 23, 2025, one of the sons of Okon-Aku, in Ohafia LGA of Abia State, Eke Kalu Eke, will officially be called to the Nigeria Bar by the Body of Benchers in Abuja. From that day, Eke will become a barrister and solicitor at the Supreme Court of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. To those who know the famous family of Elder K. U Eke and Elder (Mrs) O. E. Eke of Ndi Torty Compound of Okon-Aku , in Ohafia LGA, would know that this development will be a significant step in his legal career as a lawyer.…
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