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APGA in Abia loses 2,000 members to PDP
About 2,000 members of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, (APGA), in Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, on Tuesday, dumped the party for the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the state.
Other defectors included the Ward and Local government executives of APGA in Ukwa West.
On why they defected to the PDP, leader of the decampees, Barrister Emeka Adiele, stated that it was the collective decision of APGA faithful in Ukwa West to defect.
He cited the good leadership of the Abia Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, who he described as a humble leader, as one of the reasons they defected to the ruling PDP in the state.
He said,” I want to inform you that those you have seen here today are members of APGA in Ukwa West alone. We are more that 2,000. These include politicians of note.
“Nobody lobbied us to leave our former party. We decided to leave when we noticed the visionless leadership in APGA, particular in Abia State. We become worried about the crisis in the party, and said to ourselves that we can’t continue in a party of rancor and deceit”.
“Again, our second major reason for leaving APGA is that we said to ourselves that as Ukwa people, we can’t afford to be elsewhere when our Ukwa-Ngwa brothers and sisters are in PDP”.
“We decided to join you in PDP because the governor has done very well. In the last 3 years, Ikpeazu has done what those before you couldn’t do in 8 years”.
“The Governor has provided leadership that has united Abia politically. Under his leadership in Abia, the state is calm and united. Even those in other parties are commending the PDP leadership, a lot of them will not join you in PDP as we have done today, but I can tell you that they love the governor”.
“No Governor in Abia since 1999 to date has given the opposition the level playing field like Governor Ikpeazu has done. So we the members of APGA in Ukwa West have returned to PDP”.
Receiving the APGA defectors into the PDP fold, PDP leader in Ukwa West local government area and former Abia representative in Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Chief Sam Nwaogu, assured them that all their rights and privileges would be granted to them as members of the party, noting that their decision was the best.
The Chief Whip of Abia State House of Assembly and a chieftain of PDP, Hon. Mezie Ubani, issued the new PDP cards to Barrister Emeka Adiele on behalf of others.
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Governor Peter Mbah Signs Multi-million Dollar Joint Venture To Birth Job Opportunities, Promote Sports And Youth Development In Enugu State
The Governor Of Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah has disclosed a recent deal he signed for the good of the people of Enugu. On his Facebook page he wrote;
“I was delighted to sign a multi-million dollar joint venture agreement with the Del-York Group for “The 042 Arena and Entertainment Park” over the weekend.
The multi-purpose sports and entertainment hub is designed to focus on key areas of development, training, innovation, education, talent discovery, hospitality, and entertainment, among others.
The Sports Arena will on completion feature training facilities, athlete housing, a physical therapy and sports medicine centre, and a performance centre, while the Entertainment Park will have a variety of designs, including screening rooms, stages, amphitheaters; and live, work and play facilities, among others.
It gladdens my heart that investors are now favouring our dear state as a location for businesses and investments. This demonstrates the success of our ceaseless efforts to make Enugu the safest place to live, invest, play sports, and enjoy leisure.
I’m hopeful that this project will create thousands of jobs for Ndi Enugu and also attract more investors and tourists to our state. It will also provide a platform for our young people to showcase their talents, thereby promoting sports and youth development in our state and the entire South-East region.
Many thanks to the CEO of Del-York, Linus Idahosa, who came up with the concept and chose Enugu as the planting soil. My administration will give him and his team all the needed support to flourish.”
Here are pictures from the signing ceremony.
We commend the Governor on this development.
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Governor Peter Mbah Appreciates Dave Umahi Over Swift Response To Work On A Recently collapsed Bridge In Enugu State
Governor Peter Mbah Appreciates The Minister For Works, Dave Umahi Over Swift Response To Work On A Recently collapsed Bridge In Enugu State
The bridge which is on the federal road, had sunk in on Monday.Thank God no casualties were recorded due to the less movements around the area on the it happened.
Here’s what the Governor wrote;
“Yesterday evening, I had the pleasure of welcoming the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, to Enugu State. The minister who came to inspect the collapsed bridge between the New Artisan flyover and the Naira Triangle, at the Enugu – Port Harcourt expressway, assured me of its immediate reconstruction.
“He commended me for ameliorating the plights of my people by undertaking to dualise the Enugu State’s part of the Enugu-Abakaliki road, and also assured me that the federal government would expedite the necessary approvals.
“I sincerely appreciate the minister for the prompt response, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for inclusive leadership. This, for us, underscores the president’s commitment to his oath of office.”
Here are pictures from the scene visit
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PHOTO: Governor Peter Mbah Speaks At 2023 Lagos Chamber Of Commerce And Industry (LCCI)
The Governor of Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah was one of the guest speakers at the 2023 LCCI. While posting pictures from the conference on his social media page, He wrote;
“Today, I was honoured to stand as Guest of Honour and Speaker on the platform of the 2023 Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Business Conference and Expo.
This event underscores our commitment to global partnerships and trade cooperation. From Enugu, I have proudly joined the dialogue that transcends borders.
As we engage in vital conversations, I extend a hand of partnership, inviting stakeholders to explore our nation’s potential. Together, let’s unlock avenues for national growth and prosperity.
In Enugu State, we are open for business; building partnership with the private sector to unlock the capital market, attract investments, and retake our place in the local and global economy.
I’m excited to share with you our state’s abundant investment opportunities and government inventives in agriculture and agro-industry, logistics and aviation, tourism, real estate, mineral resources, information and communication technology (ICT), among others.
We are also de-risking business investment in key sectors by providing access to land, providing support infrastructure, handling engagement with host communities, and facilitating the approval of building permits.
Amid challenges, our resolve for a robust business environment remains unshaken. We are intentionally revisiting our ease of doing business indicators to ensure the environment is conducive for businesses to thrive.
Join me in embracing this momentous stride as we amplify Enugu State’s prominence on the national and world map.”
Here are pictures from the conference.
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