GOVERNOR of Anambra State, Dr. Willie Obiano on 17 March renewed
his oath of office for a second term following his landslide
victory in the November 18, 2017 election. A mammoth crowd
from within and outside cheerfully witnessed the inauguration.
By his laudable performance which largely, advantageously worked
for him at the poll, Akpokuedike-Aguleri indeed deserved a second
term. Splendidly, a cursory look in his new cabinet will convince
every doubting Thomas that the state is in a safe hand and the
governor is determined if nothing else, to maintain the frequency.
The distinguished figures in the list including a raconteur and
media guru; C. Don Adinuba as the Commissioner of Information, who
earlier served in the Presidency as a Special Assistant to then
Minister of Power, Engr. Barth Nnaji, is a clear indication that
the “Light of the Nation” is practically on track and automated for
people-oriented governance, luxuriant growth and excellence.
In the first term, Obiano overwhelmingly consolidated,
complemented the achievements of his two predecessors and took it
to next level. All hitherto seemingly abandoned towns substantially
received senses of belonging particularly through road
rehabilitations. Thus, the choices of the people since the return
of democracy have tremendously paid them. It is remarkable that
Ndi-Anambra indeed have taken their destinies in their hands by
untiringly ensuring that only adept leaders mount the podium as the
governor of the state. It is therefore imperative to extend same
approaches for the choices of their representatives at the national
and House of Assembly.
From 1999, the state has experienced diverse political
metamorphosis which to a large extent is providential. Dr. Chinwoke
Mbadinuju’s administration was appraisingly, widely zeroed;
however, a holistic evaluation may submit that Mbadinuju
contributed correspondingly albeit in a different dimension.
Inarguably, his tenure was the prime era of godfathers ruling by
proxy. And like many other states, the anti-democratic elements
invaded Anambra for control of state resources with strong backup
from the Presidency then under Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. It
was completely political bullying and supremacy combats between
elected government officials and Abuja clique. Funnily, Obasanjo,
their arrowhead is presently spearheading a coalition for good
governance in Nigeria. Irresistibly, in any contests the clique
showed up interests, it was do-or-die affairs. Oddly, all elective
positions across the federation were always allotted at the
Presidential Villa by imposition and submitted to the Returning
Officers to announce accordingly. For governors, it was either
complete compliance to sinister deals particularly on security
votes and sensitive positions or kangaroo impeachment and
immaterial if only six signed impeachment motions against seventeen
members.
Beyond jokes, to become a governor, radical aerobics were
sensibly necessary for any eventualities from the
presidentially-backed self-acclaimed godfathers as their
hostilities came in diverse violent dimensions over noncompliance
to their orders. The concert was suitable for “Things Fall Apart
extra-ordinary”. Mbadinuju was the first casualty in the state with
almost all appointees foisted on him. Believably, amidst
frustrations, the helpless Mbadinuju retired to faith-proclamations
on the state; resorted to reprogramming the state with affirmative
words and consequently, clairvoyantly changed the state’s original
slogan “Home for all” to “It shall be well with Anambra State”.
Unwittingly, the people both the positive-minded, indecorous and
hubristic characters were daily declaring and reciting it; but
unconsciously sowing seeds of progress and luxuriant growth for the
state alongside his daily devotions at the government house which
he personally led except when unavailable.
Eventually, due to ceaseless squabbles, Mbadinuju wasn’t
returned for a second term by the clique but replaced with Dr.
Chris Ngige who by mission or omission dined with the clique, hence
faced legitimacy crisis after emergence as the PDP’s candidate. In
their usual overshadowing manner, Ngige was however declared a
winner but immediately he was sworn-in, major crisis busted as he
unpredictably, unwaveringly took full charge and sidelined the
‘godfathers’, above all, reneged on all hostile agreements over
control of state machinery and treasury. Strategically, Ngige
expeditiously cleared workers’ piled up arrears and energetically
became workaholic; embarked on unprecedented massive road
constructions despite their colossal distractions, possibly in
anticipation of a rerun. It was indeed a positive drama. Suddenly,
the Christian community that hitherto rejected him reversed,
embraced him over his laudable performance especially on workers’
arrears alongside mega projects. On the other hand, Mr. Peter Obi
that was massively voted for as APGA’s candidate and battling for
redress at the tribunal began to face apathy with open demand that
Ngige with a pilfered mandate should ride on.
Along the line, the court’s gavel transferred the mantle to APGA
and legitimacy crisis shifted to Obi on account of high standard
Ngige set in motion. To worsen Obi’s situation, the clique
conspiratorially, hurriedly impeached him and installed their man,
Andy Ubah which immediately hit the brick wall. After Obi’s
reinstatement by the apex court, he quintessentially espoused
Ngige’s panache. However, to prevent stealing someone’s thunder,
Obi had to painstakingly differentiate his projects with signposts
like “this road was constructed by Peter Obi” for people to see. It
critically became a battle of exploits and feats only.
The most distinctive feat of Obi that cannot be overemphasized
is that despite belonging to opposition, he maneuvered his way and
became the then President, Goodluck Jonathan’s Mannesmann and
advantageously added value to his state. Thus, from Mbadinuju’s
predictive slogan, the state progressed to the “Light of the
Nation” as sensitively renamed by Obi. Inarguably, the state under
Peter Obi’s leadership was a desideratum. Willie Obiano’s first
term equally glowed superbly. And by extension, the light shines
around her adjacent particularly Asaba, capital of Delta through
real-estate developments. Last year, Obiano remarkably
approved the proposal for construction of export processing
facility estimated at $150million in Ogidi. Thus, it is indeed
becoming well with Anambra state. As Obiano continues to navigate
the state with clear blueprints and proficient workforce, the
light, perceptively, will shine brighter and brighter.
Congratulations Ndi-Anambra!
Umegboro, public affairs analyst wrote from Abuja from
umegborocarl@gmail.com (07057101974 SMS
only)
GOVERNOR of Anambra State, Dr. Willie Obiano on 17 March renewed
his oath of office for a second term following his landslide
victory in the November 18, 2017 election. A mammoth crowd
from within and outside cheerfully witnessed the
inauguration.
By his laudable performance which largely, advantageously worked
for him at the poll, Akpokuedike-Aguleri indeed deserved a second
term. Splendidly, a cursory look in his new cabinet will convince
every doubting Thomas that the state is in a safe hand and the
governor is determined if nothing else, to maintain the frequency.
The distinguished figures in the list including a raconteur and
media guru; C. Don Adinuba as the Commissioner of Information, who
earlier served in the Presidency as a Special Assistant to then
Minister of Power, Engr. Barth Nnaji, is a clear indication that
the “Light of the Nation” is practically on track and automated for
people-oriented governance, luxuriant growth and excellence.
In the first term, Obiano overwhelmingly consolidated,
complemented the achievements of his two predecessors and took it
to next level. All hitherto seemingly abandoned towns substantially
received senses of belonging particularly through road
rehabilitations. Thus, the choices of the people since the return
of democracy have tremendously paid them. It is remarkable that
Ndi-Anambra indeed have taken their destinies in their hands by
untiringly ensuring that only adept leaders mount the podium as the
governor of the state. It is therefore imperative to extend same
approaches for the choices of their representatives at the national
and House of Assembly.
From 1999, the state has experienced diverse political
metamorphosis which to a large extent is providential. Dr. Chinwoke
Mbadinuju’s administration was appraisingly, widely zeroed;
however, a holistic evaluation may submit that Mbadinuju
contributed correspondingly albeit in a different dimension.
Inarguably, his tenure was the prime era of godfathers ruling by
proxy. And like many other states, the anti-democratic elements
invaded Anambra for control of state resources with strong backup
from the Presidency then under Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. It
was completely political bullying and supremacy combats between
elected government officials and Abuja clique. Funnily, Obasanjo,
their arrowhead is presently spearheading a coalition for good
governance in Nigeria. Irresistibly, in any contests the clique
showed up interests, it was do-or-die affairs. Oddly, all elective
positions across the federation were always allotted at the
Presidential Villa by imposition and submitted to the Returning
Officers to announce accordingly. For governors, it was either
complete compliance to sinister deals particularly on security
votes and sensitive positions or kangaroo impeachment and
immaterial if only six signed impeachment motions against seventeen
members.
Beyond jokes, to become a governor, radical aerobics were
sensibly necessary for any eventualities from the
presidentially-backed self-acclaimed godfathers as their
hostilities came in diverse violent dimensions over noncompliance
to their orders. The concert was suitable for “Things Fall Apart
extra-ordinary”. Mbadinuju was the first casualty in the state with
almost all appointees foisted on him. Believably, amidst
frustrations, the helpless Mbadinuju retired to faith-proclamations
on the state; resorted to reprogramming the state with affirmative
words and consequently, clairvoyantly changed the state’s original
slogan “Home for all” to “It shall be well with Anambra State”.
Unwittingly, the people both the positive-minded, indecorous and
hubristic characters were daily declaring and reciting it; but
unconsciously sowing seeds of progress and luxuriant growth for the
state alongside his daily devotions at the government house which
he personally led except when unavailable.
Eventually, due to ceaseless squabbles, Mbadinuju wasn’t
returned for a second term by the clique but replaced with Dr.
Chris Ngige who by mission or omission dined with the clique, hence
faced legitimacy crisis after emergence as the PDP’s candidate. In
their usual overshadowing manner, Ngige was however declared a
winner but immediately he was sworn-in, major crisis busted as he
unpredictably, unwaveringly took full charge and sidelined the
‘godfathers’, above all, reneged on all hostile agreements over
control of state machinery and treasury. Strategically, Ngige
expeditiously cleared workers’ piled up arrears and energetically
became workaholic; embarked on unprecedented massive road
constructions despite their colossal distractions, possibly in
anticipation of a rerun. It was indeed a positive drama. Suddenly,
the Christian community that hitherto rejected him reversed,
embraced him over his laudable performance especially on workers’
arrears alongside mega projects. On the other hand, Mr. Peter Obi
that was massively voted for as APGA’s candidate and battling for
redress at the tribunal began to face apathy with open demand that
Ngige with a pilfered mandate should ride on.
Along the line, the court’s gavel transferred the mantle to APGA
and legitimacy crisis shifted to Obi on account of high standard
Ngige set in motion. To worsen Obi’s situation, the clique
conspiratorially, hurriedly impeached him and installed their man,
Andy Ubah which immediately hit the brick wall. After Obi’s
reinstatement by the apex court, he quintessentially espoused
Ngige’s panache. However, to prevent stealing someone’s thunder,
Obi had to painstakingly differentiate his projects with signposts
like “this road was constructed by Peter Obi” for people to see. It
critically became a battle of exploits and feats only.
The most distinctive feat of Obi that cannot be overemphasized
is that despite belonging to opposition, he maneuvered his way and
became the then President, Goodluck Jonathan’s Mannesmann and
advantageously added value to his state. Thus, from Mbadinuju’s
predictive slogan, the state progressed to the “Light of the
Nation” as sensitively renamed by Obi. Inarguably, the state under
Peter Obi’s leadership was a desideratum. Willie Obiano’s first
term equally glowed superbly. And by extension, the light shines
around her adjacent particularly Asaba, capital of Delta through
real-estate developments. Last year, Obiano remarkably
approved the proposal for construction of export processing
facility estimated at $150million in Ogidi. Thus, it is indeed
becoming well with Anambra state. As Obiano continues to navigate
the state with clear blueprints and proficient workforce, the
light, perceptively, will shine brighter and brighter.
Congratulations Ndi-Anambra!
Umegboro, public affairs analyst wrote from Abuja from
umegborocarl@gmail.com (07057101974 SMS
only)
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