Real battle begins: Photos emerge as Tinubu meets APC governors hours after Osinbajo's declaration. 6 0 obj They are Arch. stream Mrs. Lilian Azuka Enemuo (Local Government) who were retained in their respective Ministries. It is one of the most urbanized states in Nigeria. Anambra is known to be leading in basic education in Nigeria, especially in science and technology. Rtd Air-Vice Marshal Ben Chiobi, was also sworn in as the special adviser on security matters. Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Anam is a clan in the Omambala region[21] and the last Igbo speaking community the British colonialists encountered while heading up to Northern Nigeria from across the riverine areas. The capital of Anambra is Awka. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The governor in a post shared on his verified Facebook page noted that those sworn into office were cleared earlier by the State House of Assembly. The government of Peter Obi, with the assistance of the UN-HABITAT, produced 20-year structural plans (20092028) for three major cities in the State: Onitsha, Nnewi and Awka the Capital Territory, to restore urban planning and guide their growth into the future. Commentdocument.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "aca701d1c12a4b3d233aa7795c7e4ca4" );document.getElementById("dee0c8b09f").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Great Britain recognised some of these traditional kings and leaders in their system of indirect rule of the Protectorate of South Nigeria. [48], Anambra has good transport links to other states in the country. [96], On 14 April 2007, Andy Uba of PDP was "elected" as the new governor of the state and, on 29 May, was sworn in. Twenty-five contestants ran for the office. 10 0 obj Major cities have become characterized by inadequate and deteriorated road networks and walkways, unregulated building patterns, poor sanitation, uncontrolled street trading, mountains of garbage, and chaotic transport systems, creating congestion, noise pollution, and overcrowding.[45]. Governor Obiano Mourns The Death Of Barrister Mrs Ejikeme. These have revealed a sophisticated divine Kingship administrative system, which held sway in the area of Anambra from c. 948 AD to 1911. On his part, Anambra Commissioner for Health, Dr Vincent . The confirmation followed the adoption of the report of the . 8 0 obj Having more than 13 oil wells situated in Anambra, Anambra state has the capacity to produce more than 100,000 barrels of crude oil per day, with indigenous companies like Orient Petroleum, and Sterling Oil Exploration and Production Co. LTD (SEEPCO), already leading the way.[39]. 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Also sworn in are Mr. Don Adinuba, Information, and Public Enlightenment; Mr. Marcel Ifejiofor, Works; Nnamdi Onukwuba, Lands; and Mr. Mike Okonkwo, Environment. Anambra is in the Igbo-dominated area that seceded as part of an independent Biafra in 1967, following rising tensions with Northern Nigeria. Other nomineed are: Dr. Obinna Ngonadi (Commerce and Industry); Julius Chukwuemeka (Power and Water Resources); Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh (Education); Paul Nwosu (Information); Dr. Forester Ihejiofor (Agriculture) and Patricia Igwebuike (Transport). You are already subscribed to our newsletter! Copyright 2015 - 2021 | FINANCIAL WATCH, Haruna Magaji is a journalist, foreign policy expert and closet musician. 7 0 obj The suspension took effect from Tuesday, August 11, 2020. xMO@#e#_MWUUp endobj The circular warned the suspended traditional rulers not to parade themselves as traditional rulers and desist from discharging their functions as traditional rulers in their communities or anywhere within the state and beyond with immediate effect. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH. <> Anambra State Government of Nigeria . Read also:Wike dissolves taskforce on illegal street trading, sacks aide. :o(`dGF9W$j^Ye!"]Z'3`9knYP85k}o y[[;|==qZN(XQE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QEsf[\QHyf #%|^^Uh%J9;p} &D&oZ];]yJ,eNc8S[K\4.2Uvn.AbiW; The name was derived from the Anambra River (Omambala) which flows through the area and is a tributary of the River Niger. In the list were two Commissioners who served in the immediate past Governor Peter Obi?s administration. The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo who was sworn-in earlier today, Thursday, 17th March, 2022, has announced the following appointments: (1) Professor Solo Osita Chukwulobelu-Secretary to the State Government (2) Dr. Sir Chukwudi Okoli - Accountant General Anambra is rich in natural gas, crude oil, bauxite, and ceramic. what has Akoto done as far as PFJ is concerned? He said that the commissioners were selected based on their areas of specialisation, The Nigerian Tribune added. 4 0 obj Nnewi (sometimes called the Taiwan of Nigeria)[29][30] is a rapidly developing industrial and commercial centre. JFIF ` ` ZExif MM * J Q Q Q C [24], Disgusted by the suffering and mounting death toll in Biafra from starvation, as well as the continuous harassment of the relief planes by the Nigerian Airforce, Carl Gustaf von Rosen resigned as a Red Cross relief pilot. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. They have been dated to the 9th century, and are of high value and historic relevance. Announcing the suspension in a circular titled "Suspension of Twelve (12) Traditional Rulers in Anambra State," and dated Tuesday August 11, 2020, the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs, Mr. Greg Obi listed the affected traditional rulers as follows -. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Mr Collins Nwabunwanne (Local Government and Chieftancy Affairs). Callistus Ilozumba (Works) and Barr. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. endobj Those who were newly appointed Commissioners and their respective portfolios as read out on the floor of the state Assembly by the Speaker, Princess Chinwe Nwaebili and were unanimously approved by the lawmakers were, Anali Chude (Attorney General/ Commissioner for Justice), Mr. Lawrence Chinwuba (Housing), Greg Obi (Finance), Professor Solomon Chukwu (Economic Planning/ Budget). [54][55], The indigenous ethnic groups in Anambra state are the Igbo (99% of population) and small population of people who are bilingual, they live mainly in the north-western part of the state. Others include, Felix Odimegwu (Environment); Chikodi Anara (Homeland Affairs); Prof. Sylvia Ifemeje (Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice); Collins Nwabunwanne (Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs); Donatus Onyeji (Culture, Entertainment and Tourism); Anthony Ifeanya, Petroleum and Mineral Resources and Paulinus Onyeka (Housing). The city of Onitsha, a historic port city from the pre-colonial era, remains an important centre of commerce within the state. [6][citation needed] The state name was formed in 1976 from the former East Central State. 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The current Executive Council[1] is serving under the Charles Soludo administration. It has great works of art in iron, bronze, copper, and pottery. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We bring you all the latest and breaking news happening in Nigeria. Full List of Abia Commissioner Nominees 1. [88] Consequently, Anambra state has the highest number of JAMB candidates going after the limited number of spaces in Nigeria's tertiary colleges. During the Nigerian/Biafran war (19671970), Biafran engineers constructed a relief airstrip in the town of Uli/Amorka (code named "Annabelle"). The churches in Anambra State include Catholic, Anglican and Pentecostal. The Commission is composed of the College of Commissioners from 27 EU countries. An indigenous company, Nails and Stanley Ltd, was to establish a gas plant at Umueje in Ayamelum Local Government Area to support economic activities in the oil and gas industry in the state. Anambra State is located in the Eastern part of Nigeria, and its capital is located in the city of Awka, which is also one of the biggest commercial centers in the state. [33][34][35], People all over West Africa travel to Onitsha to trade, which boost the internal revenue of the state, making it one of the top commercial towns in Africa.[36][37]. you are not serious. [42], On 2 August 2015, the management of Orient Petroleum Resources Plc said the company planned to increase its crude oil production to 3,000 barrels per day by September 2015, as it stepped up production activities in two new oil wells in its Aguleri oil fields. Your IP: In October 2015, the APGA-led state government of Willie Obiano, signed a memorandum of understanding with Galway modular housing company, Affordable Building Concepts International, for 10,000 housing units to be built in the state. There are problems in environmental sanitation, erosion control, and provision of social services. Atiku (PDP): 89,554 votes. [17][18] Today, Anambra State is a highly urbanized state,[19] and has made major strides in reducing its poverty rate.[20]. Mr Ifeanyi Okoma (Works and Infrastructure ), Ms Chiamaka Nnake (Budget and Economy Planning). newsletters; inecpress; data protection bill, 2020; political . [28], With an annual population growth rate of 2.21 percent per annum, Anambra State has over 60% of its people living in urban areas. The export of agricultural items is a continual boost to Anambra Internal Generated Revenue, as in 2017, $5 million was generated from the export of washed bitter leaf. It is classified as a sandstone cave (Lateritic sandstones of Campanian-Miocene age). Inecpress ; data protection bill, 2020 ; political inecpress ; data protection bill, 2020 ; political basic. Just performed triggered the security solution that seceded as part of an independent in! 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