Valentine Ozigbo, the immediate past president and group CEO of Transcorp Plc, has congratulated the renowned Nigerian economist, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on her appointment as director-general of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Dr Okonjo-Iweala has served as Nigeria’s finance minister and foreign affairs minister from 2003 till 2006. Most recently, she was the country’s finance minister and co-ordinating minister of the economy which she served from 2011 till 2015. Her rich resume includes a 25-year stint at the World Bank, where she rose to the number two position of managing director. She was appointed as the director-general of the WTO on Monday, February 15, 2021, after representatives of its 164 member countries held a vote.In a statement issued on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Mr Ozigbo lauded Dr Okonjo-Iweala as “an icon of excellence, a trailblazer, and a world-shaper.”
“The world is going through a peculiar time in which the capacities of economies are being tested. Her appointment is an expression of faith by world leaders in her abilities to steer the affairs of an important institution such as the WTO at this trying time.”Dr Okonjo-Iweala’sOkonjo-Iweala’s appointment is timely, significant, and inspiring. This is also well-deserved and is in line with her track record for being a trailblazer and a world-shaper.
“She is a shining example to all Nigerians, Africans, and especially women. She is an icon of excellence, and I am convinced that she will continue to excel,” the respected business leader added.Dr Okonjo-Iweala’s emergence as the WTO’s director-general makes her the first woman and first black person to hold the powerful global trade position. Her term begins on Monday, March 1, 2021.Okonjo-Iweala is an economics graduate of Harvard University and holds a PhD in regional economics and development from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She is an international development expert and sits on the boards of Standard Chartered Bank, Twitter, Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI), and the African Risk Capacity (ARC).
VALENTINE OZIGBO FULFILLS PROMISE: PRESENTS 8 TOYOTA CARS TO PDP ANAMBRA EXCO
The Udoka Estate secretariat of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Awka was thrown into a joyous mood on Valentine’s Day of 2021 when Valentine Ozigbo, a business mogul, fulfilled his promise to donate eight vehicles to the executive committee of the party.
Recall that on January 16, 2021, Ozigbo, the frontrunner in the Anambra 2021 governorship election under the PDP, pledged to donate the vehicles to key party officials at a high-powered meeting with the Anambra State Executive Committee (EXCO) and Local Government leaders. The donation is the first of its kind in the history of PDP Anambra chapter.
During the brief event, Ozigbo, who is the immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, addressed the state’s PDP leaders saying, “I am thrilled to be with you once more and, I am even more delighted that this event is coincidently being held on a special day, St. Valentine’s day, a day of global celebration in memory of the power and importance of love.”
“Before proceeding further let me appeal to us all, in the spirit of the love in the air, to always show love to one another even to those who we consider adversaries and enemies.
“Love heals all wounds, opens all doors, closes all gaps and settles all disputes. No leader can lead well without love,” he admonished.
On the donation of the vehicles, Ozigbo said the gesture was an expression of his commitment to the PDP and its success in the governorship polls scheduled for November 6, 2021.
According to the respected business leader, the decision to donate cars to the party was to ease the job of party executives and challenge others within the party to seek ways to forge a solid front as the election draws near.
“We are dealing with an incumbent government. We need enormous capacity. So I’m doing this to send the right signal to other aspirants because if we are to be victorious, we have to approach the elections as a united family,” Ozigbo remarked.
“Let me remind us that these vehicles are neither personal gifts nor for private usage. They are for the offices that the users occupy to the extent that they are meant for official use, specifically for activities that will ensure and enhance our party’s preparation for the November election.
“This is not a one-off gesture. Since I began this project, I have recorded many firsts. When the COVID-19 pandemic began last year, I was the first to distribute palliatives to all local government areas in the state. I am the first aspirant to go on a state-wide tour,” he added.
In his remarks, Chairman of the PDP in Anambra State, Chief Ndubuisi Nwobu thanked Mr Ozigbo for fulfilling his promise to the party.
He asserted that the vehicles would serve multiple purposes to the party, including providing more visibility to the party and increased exposure for the Valentine Ozigbo brand.
Chief Nwobu commended Ozigbo for his sustained familiarisation with Ndi Anambra, urging him to keep up the tempo. Once again, he reiterated his assurance that the party primaries would be free, fair, and transparent.
Ozigbo’s contingent to the event included Directors of the VCO Campaign Organisation – a former Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly and a two-time member of the Federal House of Representatives, Honourable Eucharia Azodo; a former State Chairman of the party, Chief Ejike Oguebego; a former member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Sir Tim Egboka; and a former member of the state party executive, Chief Tony Offiah.
Others senior members of Ozigbo’s campaign organisation who were present at the event were Ichie Sunday Ezeobiora; the General Manager of the VCO Foundation, Sir Izuchukwu Oraelosi; a former Chairman of the party in Dunukofia Local Government Area, Ikechukwu Akaeze; Dr Willy Emenari; a party stalwart in Anambra West Local Government Area, Bartholomew Obaha; a former women leader in the state, Dame Love Ebeh; the leader of the VCO Youth movement, Innocent Ugwo, Mrs Oby Mezi, and others.
VALENTINE OZIGBO CELEBRATES VALENTINE’S DAY WITH ANAMBRA WOMEN
It was an evening of celebration and oneness on Sunday, February 14, 2021 as Valentine Ozigbo, the leading People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in the upcoming November, 2021 election, celebrated Valentine’s Day with Anambra women.
The event which took place at Emmaus House, Awka, was unique and the first of its kind by any aspirant gunning for the office of governor in Anambra state. The host, his wife and other participants were treated to some trending local vibes. The highpoint of the event was the sharing of gifts by Mr Ozigbo to the participants numbering over 600 amid an atmosphere of palpable love and memorable merriments.
Addressing the women who dressed in red in compliance of the sign of love that St. Valentineās day celebration signifies, Mr Ozigbo said the decision to celebrate Valentine’s Day with them was not a coincidence or political gimmick but a deliberate design bearing in mind that women embody and manifest unconditional love and compassionate living.
“I decided to celebrate Valentine’s Day with all of you, so we could interact, relax our nerves, renew our strength and remind ourselves of the important goal we have ahead of us,” Ozigbo said.
“It is time for our story to change for the good, and that change will come with the help of you people and others that could not make it to attend. I am a firm believer in the innate power and strong character of women. When you support a project, you donāt waver, when you move, you pull along your husband and children. Outside God you are the nextā
“Women are the most reliable people to go on a mission, like the one I am undertaking now, with. That’s why I have always anchored this my project on you and your children, the youths. That’s the reason behind my decision for us to show and share love with you on this special dayā
“The message of Valentine’s Day celebration, showing love to one another, resonates with my brand. Which by extension is all about – oneness, unity, and love. St. Valentine came, saw and conquered because Love leads over and above all human endeavours. I am Valentine I am for love for all,” Ozigbo added.
Ozigbo was accompanied to the event by his lovely wife, Mrs Ojiugo Ozigbo and some Directors of the VCO Campaign Organisation – Ichie Sunday Ezeobiora, a former Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly and a two-time member of the Federal House of Representatives, Honourable Eucharia Azodo; a former State Chairman of the party, Chief Ejike Oguebego; a former member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Sir Tim Egboka; and a former member of the state party executive, Chief Tony Offiah.
Others senior members of Ozigbo’s campaign organisation who were present at the event were the General Manager of the VCO Foundation, Sir Izuchukwu Oraelosi; a former Chairman of the party in Dunukofia Local Government Area, Ikechukwu Akaeze; Coordinator of VCO Campaign Organisation in Oyi LGA, Hon Barr Okechukwu Ngoesina; a party stalwart in Anambra West Local Government Area, Bartholomew Obaha; former Chairman of the PDP in Njikoka Local Government Area, Dr. Willy Emenari; a former PDP women leader in the state, Dame Love Ebeh; the leader of the VCO Youth movement, Innocent Ugwo, Mrs Oby Mezi, and others.
Valentine Ozigbo is the immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, a position he resigned from in 2020 to concentrate on his next chapter which is public service. He is one of Nigeria’s most recognizable philanthropists being the founder of one of the leading non-profit charity organisations, Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Foundation.
ANAMBRA GUBER: ‘I BRING A RARE MULTI-DISCIPLINARY, MULTI-DIMENSIONAL EXPERIENCE TO THE TABLE’ – VALENTINE OZIGBO
Valentine Ozigbo, a leading gubernatorial aspirant in Anambra State, has declared that the time for the restoration of Anambraās greatness has come as he made a case for his candidacy based on his wide experience and exposure in business and leadership.
Mr Ozigbo made the assertion on Monday, February 1, 2021, when he visited Anaocha constituency as part of his ongoing tour of the 30 constituencies in the state.
While speaking at the event that was hosted at the residence of Chief Onyeanwuna Ezeani in Agulu, Ozigbo emphasized that the people of Anambra should not repeat the recent past mistakes, stressing that they must insist on character and competence as against nepotism and decisions which are driven by sentiments.
Ozigbo, who is running for governorship on the platform of the Peopleās Democratic Party (PDP), said Anambra needs a governor who can mobilize manpower and resources needed to rapidly develop the state.
āWe have lost ground on our contemporaries in terms of sustainable development goals and the time for restoration is now,ā Ozigbo declared.
āWe are a state blessed with numerous businessmen. To create an enabling environment, we must fix our port system. We should look to exploring the natural gas potentials of Anambra State. I have rich experience in the power sector, and we all know that power is key to the industrialization of Anambra State.
āI have experience in hospitality, banking, finance, administration, sports, entertainment, agriculture, oil and gas, and power. All these are key sectors that cumulatively reflect what we lack as a people.
“I bring a rare combination of a multi-disciplinary and multi-dimensional experience and exposure in leadership, and I believe I am highly equipped for the role of governor. I present myself for the leadership of Anambra State to bring our lofty dreams to life,ā Ozigbo added.
Ozigbo, who is the immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, went on to appreciate the people of Anaocha for their staunch support since the inception of the #KaAnambraChawapu project.
The respected business leader publicly appreciated several stakeholders from the constituency who have been instrumental to the progress of his governorship so far.
The stakeholders include the Deputy Minority Leader of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Ebele Ejiofor; a former PDP chairman in Anaocha LGA, Ifeanyi Orji; a consultant to the National Assembly, CY Udoh; a former House of Assembly candidate, Honourable John Nnoli; a former Special Assistant to the Anambra State Governor, Chris Chukwelu; a former Special Adviser to the Commissioner of Works, Mike-Joe Onwudinjo; a popular women mobilizer in the constituency, Dr. Mrs. Vivian Mgbaefulike; the coordinator of the VCO project in Anaocha Local Government, Jude Okafor and stakeholders like Paulinus Anagboso, Adol Ezeora and Hyginus Ezeanolue.
Ozigbo, a prominent Nigerian philanthropist and founder of the Valentine Chineto Ozigbo Foundation, also distributed bags of rice and other souvenirs to attendees at the visit.
Former Anambra State Commissioner of Information, Chief Joe-Martins Uzodike was present and admonished the gathering on the importance of prioritizing competent leaders.
Ozigbo was accompanied on the tour by senior members of his campaign organization, including a former member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Honorable Tim Egboka; a former Speaker of the Anambra State of Assembly and a two-time member of the Federal House of Representatives, Honorable Eucharia Azodo; a former women leader of the PDP in Anambra State, Dame Love Ebeh.
Others include PDP stalwart, Chief Tony Offiah; Honourable Peter Umeonwuka; State Secretary of the Valentine Chineto Ozigbo Youth Movement, Comrade Frank Ekpeha O., and the women leader of the Valentine Chineto Ozigbo Youth Movement, Mrs. Oby Mezi.
Nnewi Tanker Fire: Governorship Hopeful Valentine Ozigbo Visits Scene, Calls for Better Safety Measures
Valentine Ozigbo, a Nigerian business mogul and philanthropist, has sympathized with those affected by a fire outbreak that was recorded at Otolo Nnewi, in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
According to eyewitness reports, the fire started as a result an unguarded motorcycle plug that ignited after coming close to a diesel tanker that was offloading its content at the petrol station.
Speaking from the scene of the unfortunate incident at Great V-Max Oil and Gas Filling Station along Nnobi Road, Nnewi, Ozigbo expressed sadness at the level of destruction recorded.
While thanking God for the fact that no life was lost, he called for a higher safety awareness and consciousness as he thanked God that nobody was hurt in the fire.
āWhile we thank God that no life was lost, it is important that we emphasize safety and what it means to our livelihood,” Ozigbo said in the video on Friday, January 22, 2021.
“We need a better, safer, and healthier Anambra.”
āThis is another wake-up call. Tanker fire incidents have proven very deadly and costly in the past and I believe we have lost enough to avoidable fire incidents.ā
āThese incidents can be prevented by taking necessary safety measure. We must begin to adopt a culture of safety. We need to educate our people more, especially drivers of all kinds of vehicles on the need to adopt safety measures in petrol stations and on the road,ā the respected business leader added.
In recent months, the country has witnessed a number of incidents of fuel tanker fires and many lives have been lost and property running into billions consumed by fire.
VALENTINE OZIGBO CONDEMNS AGULERI/UMULERI COMMUNAL CLASH, CALLS FOR LASTING SOLUTION TO AGE-LONG CRISIS
Valentine Ozigbo, a Nigerian business mogul and philanthropist, has condemned the recent communal clashes between the neighbouring towns of Aguleri and Umuleri in Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Mr Ozigbo, in a press statement issued to journalists on Sunday, January 17, 2021, decried the recurring violence between both communities describing the development as is “entirely condemnable”, while suing for authorities to intervene and establish a lasting peace.
Ozigbo, who is the leading governorship aspirant in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), also stressed the importance of peace to society’s progress and development.
“Last year, I travelled through the 21 local government areas of Anambra State, preaching on the importance of peace to our collective progress and prosperity. To this effect we ran a public interest campaign to send the message home to our people,” Ozigbo said.
“In December 2020, my foundation, held an event, Walk4Peace still to drive home this important message of peace and love.
“It is unfortunate that the dispute between Aguleri and Umuleri has been allowed to degenerate to this worrisome level. Violence never solves the problem; it only makes things worse.
“As Ndi Anambra, a hurt to one of us is hurt to all of us. What we need now is proactive leadership at the state level to intervene by deescalating the conflict and deploying solutions to bring lasting peace to our brothers and sisters in these communities.
“Community conflict in Anambra, and indeed Nigeria, should be made to be a thing of the past. Progressive societies have moved beyond conflict into co-operation. Ndi Anambra must evolve. We should be coming together to leverage our collective strength for progress,” Ozigbo admonished.
According to reports, disputes over farmland triggered this latest spate of violence between the Aguleri and Umuleri.
Both farming communities have had a long history of clashes, with the recent and most bloody, taking place in 1999, lasting for about three months and over 350 people were killed.
Ozigbo is the founder of Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Foundation, one of the leading non-governmental organisations in Nigeria that focuses on youth development, women empowerment, leadership, and community building.
Source: VCO Media
ANAMBRA 2021: ‘PDP’s VICTORY IS ASSURED WITH MY CANDIDACY’ ā OZIGBO PROMISES AS HE MEETS STATE EXCO OFFICIALS
Donates 8 Toyota Cars, Approx N5 Million to party officials
Valentine Ozigbo, a leading governorship aspirant in Anambra State, on Saturday, January 16, 2021, assured the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leadership in the state of victory in the 2021 election if he wins the party’s gubernatorial ticket.
At a high-powered meeting with the Anambra State Executive Committee (EXCO) and Local Government leaders of the PDP, Mr Ozigbo also made donations of vehicles to the offices of key officials in the party.
While addressing the PDP stalwarts, Mr Ozigbo expressed confidence in the party’s leaders at the national level like former Governor Peter Obi, Senator Ben Ndi Obi, Senator Joy Emordi, Iyom Joesphine Anenih, and others. He also expressed confidence in PDP political leaders from Anambra holding critical positions at the National Assembly.
The frontrunner also stated that he would not be running for governor if he were not convinced of the credibility of the state’s PDP leadership led by the Chairman, Chief Ndubuisi Nwobu.
The respected business mogul reiterated that the party primaries must be free, fair, transparent, and without rancour for the PDP to emerge victorious at the crucial November gubernatorial polls. This way, aspirants who did not win the party primary would not become disgruntled, but rally support around the party’s choice.
“Given the assurances of a transparent primary election, I am confident that I would emerge as the PDP candidate for the governorship ballot,” Ozigbo said as he added that his candidacy would assure victory at the general elections for the PDP.
“I want to assure those who are still unsure that I have the wherewithal to mobilize the resources, people, contacts, connections, and everything necessary for us to emerge victorious at the elections,” Ozigbo said.
“We will mobilize all denominations of the church, from Catholic, Anglican to Pentecostal. We will mobilize the markets, youths, and students to win this crucial election,” he added.
Ozigbo thanked Chief Nwobu for the leadership he has provided for the party so far. He appreciated the state chairman for the unity within the party which has seen all aspirants politick without bitterness, asking for a continuation of the same as the party approaches the governorship election. Ozigbo, who is a philanthropist and founder of the eponymously named Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Foundation, went on to make generous donations of cash and gifts for different offices within the party including:
– 8 Toyota Sienna cars and the sum of N5m was donated in cash and bags of rice to the state officers.
In his response, Obuka Awka gave a brief throwback of what he was told about Mr. Ozigbo over a year ago. According to him, he was told that “Ozigbo is someone whose word is his bond”.
Obuka Awka, as the state PDP Chairman is fondly called, hailed Ozigbo for the calibre of his team, adding that an entourage that includes three former state chairmen of the party is no mean feat and shows that his bid was solid and that he, Ozigbo, is capable of clinching the ticket and winning the election.
He went on to reiterate that the party primaries will be fair and honest, urging those who have thoughts of irregularities to have a rethink. He further assured that all aspirants would be copied when the names of the delegates for the governorship primaries would be sent to the national arm of the party.
Ozigbo’s contingent to the event included three former State Chairmen of the party, Chief Frank Oramulu, a founding Chairman of the party in the state; Chief Benji Udeozor; Chief Ejike Oguebego; a former women leader in the state, Dame Love Ebeh; a former member of both the Anambra State House of Assembly and the Federal House of Representatives, Barrister Valentine Ayika; a former member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Sir Tim Egboka.
Other senior members of Ozigbo’s campaign organisation who were present at the event are a former member of the state party executive, Chief Tony Offiah; Ichie Sunday Ezeobiora; the General Manager of the VCO Foundation, Sir Izuchuku Oraelosi; a former Chairman of the party in Dunukofia Local Government Area, Ikechukwu Akaeze; Dr. Willy Emenari; a party stalwart in Anambra West Local Government Area, Bartholomew Obaha; the youth leader of the VCO Youth movement, Innocent Ugwo, his female counterpart, Mrs. Oby Mezi, and others.
The event held at the state PDP secretariat in Udoka Housing Estate, Awka.
VALENTINE OZIGBO WINS COVETED MILES MAGAZINE PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR AWARD
It was a night of pomp, panache, and celebration of excellence as Miles Magazine held its Night of a Hundred Stars Gala and Awards in Enugu on Monday, December 28, 2020.
Valentine Ozigbo was awarded the coveted Personality of the Year by the Canada-based gospel magazine.
The event, which was held at Best Western Hotel Enugu was graced by dignitaries from all works of life.
Ozigbo, who covered the year special edition of the magazine, was also the keynotre speaker for the night.
The respected business leader and philanthropist, who was accompanied to the event by his delectable wife, Mrs Ojiugo Ozigbo, emphasized on the central message of the Christmas season which is love in his keynote address.
Mr Ozigbo stressed the transformational power of love and the pivotal role it plays in leadership and development of any society.
According to him, the timeless principle of love has guided him throughout his life and will continue to guide him into the future.
āEverywhere I have found myself, I have lived a life of service to my employer, service to our customers, service to my family, service to my community and to my country,” he said in his rousing speech.
“I believe that it is the power of love that has lifted me to where I am today. It is love that has manifested in the form of grace in my life,ā Ozigbo remarked.
Ozigbo, who is the leading PDP aspirant in the upcoming 2021 gubernatorial election in Anambra State, also revealed that his discovery of the power of love is the reason why he is compelled to offer himself to serve the people.
āI want to provide the kind of transformational leadership that eliminates division and promotes unity,” Ozigbo declared.
“The kind of leadership that brings on a new world where the powerful uplift the weak.
It was indeed a night of multiple honours for the business leader as he also covered the 17th anniversary edition of the Miles Magazine.
Miles Magazine is a gospel publication published by Bishop Don Ifepe.
VALENTINE OZIGBO FLAGS OFF STATE-WIDE CONSTITUENCY TOUR
Valentine Ozigbo, a leading gubernatorial aspirant in Anambra State under the umbrella of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has kickstarted a state-wide tour of the 30 constituencies in the state as part of consultations with key stakeholders of the party.
Mr. Ozigbo flagged off the tour in the commercial city of Onitsha on Sunday, December 20, 2020 with visits to Onitsha South I, Onitsha South II, Onitsha North I, and Onitsha North II State Constituencies.
While addressing party faithfuls at the PDP Local Government Office in Onitsha South, the respected business mogul and philanthropist stressed the importance of unity within the party, adding that cohesion is a key ingredient in PDP’s quest to win the 2021 polls.
He went on to charge party members to eschew all divisive behaviours that would be detrimental to both the party’s chances and his grand vision for shared prosperity for the state. In his address, the PDP Chairman of Onitsha South Local Government, Sir Chuks Onyeizugbe thanked Mr. Ozigbo for his visit and wise counsel.
He also thanked him for not hesitating to extend his goodwill to party members. Ozigbo, who is the immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, then moved to Onitsha North, where a mammoth crowd welcomed him at the residence of the former member representing Onitsha North/Onitsha South Federal Constituency in the Federal House of Representatives, Sir Cyril Egwuatu.
Ozigbo expressed his appreciation to his supporters in the constituency for always making him feel at home whenever he visits them. He assured them that the acceptance of his candidacy in their constituency has been replicated across the state. According to Ozigbo, this is “a sign that project #KaAnambraChawapu is backed by God’s blessings”.
The tour continued on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 as he visited Aguata II Constituency. At the meeting held at the residence of Chief Chukwujekwu Okeke in Ikenga, Ozigbo acknowledged the rancour that has previously characterized politics in Aguata Local Government as a whole.
He beseeched party members in the constituency to join hands to ensure that the dream of a united Aguata and an similarly equally united Anambra, in general, comes to fruition.
Next stop for the tour was Anambra West Constituency which was hosted by Chief Anaekwe Agudor.
In his remarks, Ozigbo lamented the situations within the PDP where aspirants and their followers decamp to other parties once they fail to secure the party’s ticket.
He, therefore, urged delegates to consciously select aspirants who would unify other aspirants around a common vision. In the spirit of the Christmas season, Ozigbo distributed bags of rice and other souvenirs to attendees at all the events.
The business mogul was accompanied on the tour by several members of his campaign organization, including a former member of both the Anambra State House of Assembly and the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Barr.
Valentine Ayika; a former Speaker of the Anambra State Hoise of Assembly and a two-time member of the Federal House of Representatives; a former Anambra State PDP Women Leader, Dame Love Ebeh; a respected PDP chieftain in the state, Chief Tony Offiah; Ichie Sunday Ezeobiora; Hon. Peter Umeonwuka, among others.
Ozigbo’s tour of the 30 constituencies in Anambra State is scheduled to run through January 2021.
Anambra Lawmaker Udoba Distributes Cassava Stems To Flood Displaced Persons In Anambra West To Kickstart Farming
In his effort to ensure that the 2020 flood disaster that ravaged his constituents and destroyed all their crops did not affect his people negatively, the member representing Anambra West Constituency in the State House of Assembly, Honourable Patrick Obalim-Udoba has distributed hundreds of bundles of high yield Cassava stems to the people of Anambra West to enable them kick-start farming in earnest.
The distribution which took place at Umueze Anam, was witnessed by all the communities that make up the Local Government Area including the Igala speaking community.
Addressing his constituents Honourable Udoba said that the 2020 flood menace that ravaged the Country destroyed all the Cassava stems stored by his people who are predominantly farmers and the food basket of Anambra State.
He noted that his people normally begins cultivation, especially Cassava between November and December annually, which prompted him to distribute the high yield Cassava stems which will germinate in no distant time and urged them to use it judiciously.
In their various remarks, Mr. Dominic Obeche from Ezi Anam Ward and the leader of Anambra West Local Government Area Legislative Council, Mr. Chidokwe Udevi extolled the lawmaker for his effective representation.
VALENTINE OZIGBO NAMED PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR AT SOUTHERN AWARDS 2020
Valentine Ozigbo, a respected business executive and philanthropist, was on Friday, November 13, 2020 named as “Personality of the Year” at the 2020 edition of Southern Awards.
Southern Awards is the brainchild of Kachikwu Kachikwu, and is aimed at celebrating enterprise, applauding innovation and encouraging sectorial titans who are making a difference in their respective spheres.
Receiving the award at the event held at Oma Event Center, Awka, Mr. Ozigbo expressed elation at the recognition, describing it as a personal reminder that diligence can not go unnoticed.
Ozigbo, who is the Chairman of Feet āNā Tricks International, the largest promoter of freestyle football in Africa, encouraged the youth to strive towards excellence in their endeavors.
The immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc said he has always been endeared towards the youth because he believed that the course of history in Nigeria will be changed through the āimagination, creativity, and resilienceā of the youth.ā
Mr. Ozigbo further pledged to continue to support the youth as he has done over the years through his charitable endeavor ā the Valentine Chineto Ozigbo Foundation.
Ozigbo the leading Peopleās Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial aspirant in the upcoming 2021 gubernatorial election.
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VAL OZIGBO CONDEMNS VIOLENCE, CLAMOURS FOR PEACE IN NIGERIA
Valentine Ozigbo, a Nigerian business mogul and philanthropist, has issued a statement calling for calm and peace in the nation following the spread of post #EndSARS violence and called on the authorities to take “only lawful measures” to restore law and order to parts of the country rocked by youth restiveness.
In a statement signed by his media aide, Ephraim Adiele from Abuja, and made available to journalists on Friday, October 23, 2020, Mr Ozigbo regretted the Lekki Toll shooting of October 20, 2020 and said that the incident appeared to be the catalyst for the wave of violence which followed.
While noting that the #EndSARS protesters who gathered at the Lekki Toll Gate had been peaceful for close to two weeks, the respected business leader, regretted that hoodlums have taken over the narrative of the protest which was aimed at ending police brutality in the country.
Since Tuesday, when security forces reportedly opened fire on peaceful #EndSARS protesters at the Lekki toll gate, there have been widespread reports of varying levels of violence in several parts of the country.
Restive youth in Anambra State, his home state, had attacked police facilities in parts of the state with reports saying one police officer and some citizens were killed.
“It’s a dark hour for Nigeria following the October 20 clampdown on innocent unarmed peaceful #EndSARS protesters at Lekki Toll Gate last night,” Mr Ozigbo, who is the immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, said in the statement.
“I call on the authorities, at the Federal and State levels, to take only lawful measures to restore law and order to the states witnessing youth unrest. It is important that all actions are done within the law and no more lives are lost.”
He also called for leaders to take responsible action to bring calm to the nation as he also condemned the killing of young people.
“This is a time for responsible and responsive leadership. Let’s rise to the occasion. Nigeria is our country, and we cannot continue to murder the custodians of our bright future,” he declared.
Mr. Ozigbo, who is the founder of Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Foundation, also extended his sympathies to those who lost their lives in the violence and demoaned the destruction of properties.
“My heart goes out to those who have been injured as a result of the violence, I wish you quick recovery and the best of health, you are the heroes we see,” he said further.
“To the fallen, I salute your courage and pray that the Almighty grants your souls eternal rest. You have paid the ultimate price for our collective freedom and that sacrifice will not be in vain,” Ozigbo declared.
Ozigbo is a leading aspirant in the upcoming Anambra 2021 governorship elections. He is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.
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