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Igwe Onyido Emerges NUJ Anambra State 2023 Man of The Year”

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8 months ago

October 8, 2023

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Anambra State Council, has proudly announced HRH Igwe (Pharm) Alex Uzo Onyido, Ezechuamagha of Ogidi Kingdom, as the recipient of the prestigious NUJ Anambra State 2023 Man of the Year award.

Igwe Onyido holds the revered position of traditional ruler in Ogidi, the hometown of the late literary icon Chinua Achebe, located in Idemmil North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Notably, he also represents traditional rulers in the South-East Governors’ Forum Consultative Committee on Health (CCH).

Igwe Onyido’s selection was the result of a rigorous process that included extensive screening and voting to determine the individual who would be honored as the NUJ Man of the Year for 2023.

The award ceremony is scheduled for November 2, 2023, at the distinguished Ezeemo International Press Center, NUJ Secretariat complex in Awka, situated behind the CBN Awka. The event will commence at 11 am.

Choosing the ultimate awardee was a challenging task as several contenders boasted strong testimonies and endorsements in areas such as philanthropy, youth empowerment, job creation, societal development, communal sustainability, and advancement initiatives.

However, Igwe Onyido stood out due to his remarkable industrial expertise, administrative acumen, and significant contributions to humanity, particularly in the advancement of the health sector, oil and gas, and manufacturing, particularly in pharmaceuticals and marketing.

Igwe Ogidi, who also serves as the Chairman of a conglomerate of companies including Pal Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd. in Kano; Pal Oil & Gas LTD in Ogidi, Anambra State; Pal Plastic Ind. Ltd. in Kano; and Alben Healthcare Ind. in Ogidi, Anambra State, will receive the award during the grand finale of NUJ Anambra State Council’s 2023 Press Week

This event serves as one of the highlights of the week-long 2023 NUJ Press Week celebrations. NUJ Press Week is an annual event that provides journalists with the opportunity to reflect on their annual performances, challenges, and relationships with their internal and external stakeholders.

The lead-up to the grand finale of the week-long celebration, which commences on Friday, October 27, 2023, features a series of activities, including media chats, facility visits to Tiger Foods Company Limited, a picnic to Ogbunka waterfalls, charity visits to community children’s homes, and a novelty football match with members of the State House of Assembly. It culminates with the Press Week/Man of the Year Award and the presentation of the Prof. Chinyere Stella Okunna Ethical Journalist Award.

The keynote speech for the event will revolve around “Pragmatic Media Practice as an Antidote to Sustainable Development in a Distressed Economy: A Focus on Anambra State.”

The NUJ Anambra Man of the Year Award, 2023, is a testament to the recipient’s outstanding track record and achievements. In the previous year, Dame Dr. Ada Umeoji, OON, (Agubataofia), DMD of Zenith Bank, was honored with the prestigious NUJ Anambra Man of the Year Award

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ECOWAS Parliament Meeting in Kano is to Bring Legislature Closer to the People-Barau

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May 20, 2024

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Apart from their usual meetings in Abuja, the ECOWAS Parliament has brought its second extraordinary session to Kano.

Addressing the press after a closed-door session of the ECOWAS Parliament, the First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, said the meeting will bring the legislature closer to the people and make them aware of the happenings.

Senator Barau said Kano, being the commercial nerve center of Northern Nigeria, is pertinent to hold the second extraordinary session in Kano.

Senator Barau said the ECOWAS Parliament’s session in Kano will discuss issues of economy, security, and other social happenings for the overall benefit of society.

According to the First Deputy Speaker, the legislatures of the 15 member countries of the subregion are here in Kano, and it’s meant for Kano people to know them and also for the Parliament to know Kano.

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Governor Muftwang Of Plateau State Bids Farewell To Muslim Pilgrims

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1 day ago

May 19, 2024

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BY Asile Abel,Jos

The Governor of Plateau State Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has encouraged intending pilgrims from the state to embody the values of love, peace, and tolerance as they embark on the sacred journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2024 Hajj.

while bidding farewell to the departing pilgrims from Plateau, Governor Mutwang enjoined them to not only pray for themselves and their families but also for the restoration of lasting peace in the state.

“As you embark on the fifth pillar of Islam, you carry not only your personal aspirations but also the collective hopes and spiritual yearnings of our beloved state. The Hajj is a journey of profound reflection, steadfast faith, and a commitment to righteousness.”

He emphasized the significance of this act of worship by highlighting his administration’s unwavering support for the Plateau State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board and ensuring the spiritual growth and welfare of Muslims in the state.

As the Chief Security Officer of the State, Governor Mutfwang reaffirmed his dedication to upholding fairness and justice for all citizens, regardless of tribe, religion, or background. He emphasized his administration’s commitment to transparency and inclusivity, prioritizing the unity and prosperity of Plateau State.

“In your prayers and supplications, remember our dear State, not only for immediate peace but for sustained harmony and unity,” he urged.

Hon. Daiyabu Dauda, the Executive Secretary of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, commended Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang for his support of the Muslim community in the state.

He noted that the Governor’s sponsorship of 540 out of 1,232 pilgrims, the approval of funds for the resettlement of backlog deposits and the procurement of a bus for the board demonstrated a deep commitment to the well-being of the Muslim Ummah.

He called on all to pray and support the efforts of Governor Mutwang in providing transformative leadership for Plateau State.

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NNPC Ltd Clarifies Lagos Depot Fire Incident

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1 day ago

May 19, 2024

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) wishes to clarify that the fire incident at a tank farm in Marine Beach, Apapa, Lagos, was at a depot belonging to HOGL Energy Ltd (Honeywell Depot), and not an NNPC Retail Ltd.’s facility as circulated by early responders.

The fire, which has since been extinguished, was as a result of petroleum products spillage within the perimeter of the tank farm.

Meanwhile, NNPC Ltd and other depots in the area have resumed loading activities.
NNPC assures that the incident will, in no way, affect petroleum products supply and distribution across the country.

This was contained in a statement signed by Chief Corporate Communications Officer NNPC Ltd Olufemi O Soneye in
Abuja