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Youth & Agriculture: Anambra's Empowerment Focus By Okpala Chinedu Vincent  The Anambra State Ministry of Youth Development is forging a partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture for the next phase of the '1 Youth 2 Skills' Program. Commissioner Patrick Agha Mba led discussions at the Ministry of Agriculture to integrate agricultural training into the empowerment initiative of the Youth Friendly Governor Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR. With 65% of the state's population comprising youth, the need for their involvement in agricultural development was highlighted. Emphasizing the importance of engaging rural youth, Commissioner Agha Mba underscored the potential in empowering them through agricultural fields. Highlighting the partnership's significance, Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Forster Ihejiofor pledged support, aiming to align with the state's agenda of achieving food security. He stressed the provision of sustainable and profitable agricultural pro...

SOLUDO MAKES HISTORY EMBARKS ON A BOAT TRIP TO OLUMBANASA, ANAMBRA WEST, BRINGS HOPE FOR THE POOR AND DOWNTRODDEN By Christian ABURIME The morning of Saturday, 25, November, 2023, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo decided to pay a trip to Olumbanasa, a community hidden in Anambra West Council Area of Anambra State. One striking thing about the trip was the fact that Governor Soludo could have opted to embark on the trip by helicopter, like many people before him. No! He chose to go by boat; this, in his words is for him to appreciate what ndị Anambra leaving there, go through on a daily basis. A trip of more than two hours on the Niger river. But, as expected, the journey was filled with excitement, anticipation and a sense of adventure and importance, as the Governor played host to a select government officials, journalists and residents. The boats navigated through open waters, past beautiful islands, and along picturesque shorelines, as everyone on board enjoyed the calming effects ...

SOLUDO COMMENDS LATE CHINWOKE MBADINUJU’S EFFORTS AS FORMER GOVERNOR, SAYS HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN By Christian ABURIME Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has paid his respects to the former State Governor, late Dr. Chinwoke Clement Mbadinuju (Odera), who passed away at the age of 77. Governor Soludo paid the eulogies when he attended the State Commendation Ceremony for Dr. Mbadinuju at the International Convention Centre in Awka. In his speech, he thanked everyone for sacrificing their time to honour Odera's legacy. "On behalf of myself, my family, and the people of Anambra, I extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Mbadinuju for his selfless service to our state," Governor Soludo said. Governor Soludo recalled the challenges that Anambra faced during Dr. Mbadinuju's tenure as Governor, including widespread insecurity and economic hardship.  He praised his efforts to address these challenges, including the establishment of the state Vigilante ...

SOLUDO PRESENTS N410 BILLION NAIRA APPROPRIATION BUDGET FOR 2024 TO ANAMBRA STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY By Christian ABURIME Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has presented a N410,132, 225, 272 budget for the 2024 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly.  The budget, which is 57.8% higher than the 2023 budget, is focused on infrastructure development, education, and healthcare. Key highlights of the budget include; a N96.2 billion allocation for recurrent expenditure, accounting for 23.46% of the total budget, N313.9 billion allocation for capital expenditure, accounting for 76.54% of the total budget. There are significant increases in allocations for key sectors, such as Administration (50.85%), Economy (103.43%), Judiciary (72.9%), Social Sector (60.24%), Education (140.88%), and Health (169.55%). Making the presentation, Governor Soludo also announced the following new initiatives; the development of three new cities: Awka 2.0, Onitsha 2.0, and a new Ind...

The Israel-Gaza Conflict: A Question of Purpose and Peace By Okpala Chinedu Vincent The Israel-Gaza conflict, a recurring source of tension and tragedy in the Middle East, raises crucial questions about the purpose and worthiness of war. As we observe the ongoing strife, it becomes evident that often, we chant for things we cannot possess. No war brings peace, and no peace leads to war. It's a cycle that seems unavoidable, and one must wonder if there is a justifiable cause behind these clashes. The most pressing question we should ask ourselves is, "What is the purpose of this war?" Is it truly worth the lives it claims and the destruction it leaves in its wake? The Israel-Gaza conflict is a stark reminder that war, in most cases, only brings suffering and leaves communities torn apart. Many conflicts in the world seem to persist, driven by various motivations, including historical grievances, territorial disputes, and political ambitions. But is there any real gain in g...

AFREXIMBANK AND ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNMENT SIGN DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT Afreximbank and Anambra State have today signed two mandates, heralding a pivotal moment in the state's development.  His Excellency Governor Chukwuma Soludo,  Mr Christian Udechukwu, Commissioner for Industry, Mr. Mark Okoye – CEO of Anambra State Investment Promotion and Protection Agency (ANSIPPA), and Afreximbank President Benedict Oramah jointly endorsed these transformative deals, charting a course for the future of Anambra State.  The first initiative entails the provision of capital raise financial advisory services, amounting to an estimated USD 200 million. This funding is dedicated to crucial projects, including the development of the Ikenga Mixed-Use Industrial City Project, investments in the Anambra Export Emporium, and the establishment of the Akwaihedi Unubi Uga Automotive Industrial Park.  The second initiative focuses on the creation of the Operational and Governance Framework for t...