BRIEF PROFILE OF HON. BARR. OBINNA AMAGWULA, THE TC-CHAIRMAN OF ORU EAST LGA
Truly, some are born great, others achieve greatness, whilst others still have greatness thrust upon them. But rarely do we have these three attributes combined so well in an individual, as in the case in our Awardee here present. I mean none other than Barr. Obinna Augustus Amagwula – Chartered lawyer; staunch member, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA); Chairman, A.O. Amagwula & Co. Chambers, Abuja; quintessential politician; and among all, a worthy council leader.
Born at Umuezike in Awo-Omamma, Oru East LGA of Imo State on the 24th October 1974 by Chief & Lolo Richard Ihekweaba Amagwula. He had his early upbringing in Imo State. He attended the famous Santana Primary Boarding School, Awo-Omamma. Thereafter proceeded to Bonus Pastor Seminary, Osina Ideato; and later concluded his secondary education at St. Mary’s Catholic Seminary Umuowa, Orlu, where he sat for his Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), and came out with flying colours to the delight of his parents and well-wishers. While in the latter, he obtained a diploma certificate in Latin.
Due to his brilliant performance at the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination, in 1997, he got admission in the University of Calabar (UniCal) Cross River State, to study Law, having obtained Diploma in Public Administration in the same institution. In 2002, as God would have it, he graduated with an excellent grade, which granted him the opportunity to be admitted in the impeccable Nigeria Law School, Abuja in 2004; a programme he also finished with flying colours. Afterwards, he proceeded for his compulsory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme, which took place in Nasarawa State, where he held the position of the President of Catholic Corpers Association, Keffi.
In 2005, the young and exuberant Obinna Amagwula was called to the Nigerian Bar; a ritual that gave him the mandate to practice as a recognized lawyer in any Nigerian court situated anywhere across the federation.
Like his educational career, Barr. Obinna Amagwula’s work experience spans a wide but impressive range. He started his Law profession with Chancellery Law Chambers Abuja as the Head of Administration. In 2009, he established a functional Law chamber, A.O Amagwula Chambers, in Abuja to enable him and his teeming colleagues carryout their respective functions effectively; a venture that has taken him to numerous places both in Nigeria and in the diaspora, because of his distinguished attributes.
Barr. Amagwula, who is the Chairman of Coalition of Imo State Indigenes Lawyers based in Abuja, the Imo State Coordinator of All Awo-Omamma Indigenes Lawyers, and the first Notary public from Awo-Omamma in Oru East, was a member of the Counsel that brought victory to the amiable Imo State Governor, Chief Rochas Okorocha, at the Apex court, Supreme Court precisely, by the special grace of God.
In 2003, he was a Councillorship candidate in Awo Ward I under the auspices of All Nigerians People’s Party (ANPP). As a distinguished politician, on Thursday January 23 – 2014, he was inaugurated as the Transition Committee (TC) Chairman of Oru East Local Government Area (LGA); an inauguration that was long awaited by the entire people of Oru East due to the implicit respect they have for his person. A position he assumed till date.
So far so good, within a short time in office as the TC-Chairman of Oru East, he has successfully restored peace among the leaders and entire members of the council, by continually calling for reconciliation cum solidarity talks amongst the concerned people. Also, he has completed a befitting hall with office apartments at the council headquarters - Omuma, just to mention but a few.
Hon. Barr. Obinna Amagwula is affiliated to various professional and social societies both indigenous and foreign, which include:
Member, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
Secretary General, Awo-Omamma Patriotic Union, Abuja (2011 - date)
Principal Partner, A.O Amagwula & Co., Abuja
Pioneer Chairman, Imo Indigenes Lawyers’ Association, Abuja (2012 - date)
Imo State Coordinator, Awo-Omamma Indigenes Lawyers.
Founder, Awo-Omamma Project.
As a practicing Christian and devoted catholic, during his study period at the Nigerian Law School – Abuja, he was unanimously recognized and as well conferred by both the Chaplain and the entire congregation of Seat of Wisdom Catholic Chaplaincy Abuja, as the Catechist of the Chaplaincy. A honour he held throughout the period of his studentship.
A widely travelled, symbolic politician, remarkable lawyer and highly refined personality, Hon. Barr. Obinna Amagwula, is essentially a peace-loving and kind-hearted motivator, conscience-driven figure, and above all, an epitome of humility. This is why he’s blessed with a God-fearing, lovely and loving wife, Nneoma Ugonna Coleth Amagwula (Nee Chukwu) from Ohuba Awo-Omamma; and the marriage is for now, blessed with three kids, Adanna, Uchenna, and Ikenna respectively.
It is indeed the overall achievements, contributions and future potentials of this Legal Luminary and politician par excellence, Honourable Barrister Augustus Obinna Amagwula, that instigated the Parish Priest and his assistants, Parish Council members, and the entire parishioners of Christ the King Church (CKC) Awo-Omamma to confer on him a remarkable and memorable Award of Excellence, Pillar of the Church, on Monday 21st April 2014.
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ENGR. (COMR.) FRED NWAOZOR
Special Adviser on Media & Publicity
to the TC-Chairman
Friday, 4 April 2014
The Imo State Governor's Proposed Visit to Oru East LGA (Aired News-Talk)
THE GOVERNOR’S PROPOSED TOUR TO ORU EAST LGA, TOMORROW MONDAY MARCH 31, 2014
As soon as a baby is born, the first thing the woman lying in the labour room wants to hear is nothing but the cry of the newly born child; such fascinating mood is not unlike when a newly married man can’t wait to receive the news of his wife’s pregnancy. These and many more similar phenomena are being witnessed on a daily basis in every facet of human endeavours.
Few days ago, the news of the tour to the twenty-seven (27) Local Government Areas in Imo State by Governor Rochas Okorocha was widely in circulation in all the nooks and crannies of the state; an information the entire people of the state couldn’t wait to receive just like a woman expecting the cry of her newly born baby, due to their enormous love for the governor in question.
The aforementioned love being exhibited by Imolites both home and in the diaspora, towards the governor, is not unconnected to the level of capital project embarked upon by the governor. Within two years in office, the governor ensured that all the promises he made during his political campaign came to reality, by practically putting virtually everything in place in all the localities in the state.
First and foremost, Governor Rochas Okorocha was the first among all governors in Nigeria, to implement the recent minimum wage that was signed into law by the National Assembly.
He further ensured that, all the civil servants in Imo State were paid as and when due, and as well continued to shower them with tremendous incentives to the greatest surprise of the workers in question; a routine which is being practised till date. Also, the pensioners otherwise known as the Senior Citizens, were not left out.
The governor never stopped at the above remarkable gestures, rather he went further to guarantee thorough free education to all the pupils and students in all the primary and secondary schools in the state respectively; a gesture he later extended to Imo State indigenes studying in all the tertiary institutions of the state.
As a God fearing leader, he thought it wise to ensure that all the roads in Imo State were in good and enticing shape, by awarding contracts of over one thousand kilometres (1000km) of roads including the rural roads in the state, to various contractors; a project that is still ongoing, and could be witnessed by even the blind.
Inter alia, being a governor who sees the masses as a priority, he decided to extend his administration to all the rural areas in Imo State, by instituting the Community Government Council (CGC), so that, every dick and harry in the state can freely and boldly contribute to the developmental stride of their respective autonomous communities.
These and many more projects and initiatives too numerous to mention going on in the state, are the sole reason the people of Imo State unanimously crowned him the Senior Advocate of the Masses (SAM); suffice to say that, he is indeed the heartbeat of that man in the street.
As the amiable governor and his entourage are prepared to visit Oru East LGA, come Monday March 31 – 2014, being tomorrow, the people of Oru East in its entirety cannot wait to embrace his pleasant presence, because of the unending magnanimity he has shown to the men and women of the council.
It is no longer news that the governor has, from the onset, been a true friend and lover of Oru East, going by the manner he has been carrying the people of the council along.
One amongst the good and remarkable gestures he has showcased to Oru East is the recognition cum appointment of numerous sons, daughters, and wives of the council in various notable positions in the state, since the inception of his administration. Some of these recognitions are as follows:
The appointment of Chief Donatus Ejimfugha, as the Director of Imo Civil Guard, whom was formerly one of the Special Advisers to the Governor.
The promotion of Evang. Esther Obong Egbuna, as the Director General of Imo Broadcasting Corporation.
The appointment of Prince Marshal Anyanwu, as the Interim State Chairman of the ruling party in the state, All Progressives Congress (APC).
The appointment of Mrs. Nma Nzeribe Michaels, as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
The appointment of Dr. Emma Ogbenta, as the Special Adviser (SA) to the Governor on Community Govt. Council (CGC), whom was formerly the Chairman of the Governing Board of Imo State Teaching Hospital - Orlu.
The appointment of Hon. Lawrence Nwobodo, as the Special Adviser (SA) to the Governor on Due Process.
The last but not the least, the recent elevation of Mrs. Stella Udogwu, as the Accountant General of Imo State. Just to mention but a few.
Above all, the entire people of Oru East, which encompass children, youths, and elders, are deeply impressed that the indefatigable governor, His Excellency Chief Rochas Anayo Etelbert Okorocaha, OON – Owelle Ndi Imo, is coming to Oru East when their beloved, exuberant, trustworthy and competent son, Barr. Obinna Augustus Amagwula, is piloting the affairs of the council.
The people of Oru East are generally of the view that, having Honourable Barrister Obinna Amagwula as the Transition Committee (TC) Chairman of the council during the visit of the Governor, would no doubt, attract fathomless blessings to the entire nineteen autonomous communities in Oru East LGA. On this note, the lovely people of Oru East have collectively tagged the proposed Governor’s visit which is expected to take place tomorrow 31st of March, 2014, at the council headquarters – Omuma by the special grace of God, as “placing a round peg in a round hole”.
Surely, now that all the leaders of Oru East are with one voice having observed the just concluded reconciliation cum peace talk in the council, is the right and ripe time for the Governor to embrace the people of the area. This is why the entire leaders of Oru East is pleading with all the occupants in the area, which include the technocrats, academics, industrialists, politicians, civil/public servants, traders, artisans, school children, sport men and women, Ndi-Eze, Ndi Nze na Ozo, commercial drivers and motorcyclists, and the youth, regardless of their political affiliations, to come out en masse to welcome the lovely and loving Governor.
At this juncture, I’m pleased to announce to my beloved people of Oru East that, the governor who has made Imolites to acknowledge the fact that good governance is their right, not their privilege, is coming to cheer with the overall members of Oru East tomorrow; thus, no living soul belonging to Oru East is expected to be absent at the occasion.
Governor anyi, Owelle Ndi Imo, ndi Oru East na asi gi, ije oma ooo!
_____________________________
ENGR. COMR. FRED NWAOZOR
Special Adviser on Media & Publicity
to the TC-Chairman
______________________
+2348099250401
As soon as a baby is born, the first thing the woman lying in the labour room wants to hear is nothing but the cry of the newly born child; such fascinating mood is not unlike when a newly married man can’t wait to receive the news of his wife’s pregnancy. These and many more similar phenomena are being witnessed on a daily basis in every facet of human endeavours.
Few days ago, the news of the tour to the twenty-seven (27) Local Government Areas in Imo State by Governor Rochas Okorocha was widely in circulation in all the nooks and crannies of the state; an information the entire people of the state couldn’t wait to receive just like a woman expecting the cry of her newly born baby, due to their enormous love for the governor in question.
The aforementioned love being exhibited by Imolites both home and in the diaspora, towards the governor, is not unconnected to the level of capital project embarked upon by the governor. Within two years in office, the governor ensured that all the promises he made during his political campaign came to reality, by practically putting virtually everything in place in all the localities in the state.
First and foremost, Governor Rochas Okorocha was the first among all governors in Nigeria, to implement the recent minimum wage that was signed into law by the National Assembly.
He further ensured that, all the civil servants in Imo State were paid as and when due, and as well continued to shower them with tremendous incentives to the greatest surprise of the workers in question; a routine which is being practised till date. Also, the pensioners otherwise known as the Senior Citizens, were not left out.
The governor never stopped at the above remarkable gestures, rather he went further to guarantee thorough free education to all the pupils and students in all the primary and secondary schools in the state respectively; a gesture he later extended to Imo State indigenes studying in all the tertiary institutions of the state.
As a God fearing leader, he thought it wise to ensure that all the roads in Imo State were in good and enticing shape, by awarding contracts of over one thousand kilometres (1000km) of roads including the rural roads in the state, to various contractors; a project that is still ongoing, and could be witnessed by even the blind.
Inter alia, being a governor who sees the masses as a priority, he decided to extend his administration to all the rural areas in Imo State, by instituting the Community Government Council (CGC), so that, every dick and harry in the state can freely and boldly contribute to the developmental stride of their respective autonomous communities.
These and many more projects and initiatives too numerous to mention going on in the state, are the sole reason the people of Imo State unanimously crowned him the Senior Advocate of the Masses (SAM); suffice to say that, he is indeed the heartbeat of that man in the street.
As the amiable governor and his entourage are prepared to visit Oru East LGA, come Monday March 31 – 2014, being tomorrow, the people of Oru East in its entirety cannot wait to embrace his pleasant presence, because of the unending magnanimity he has shown to the men and women of the council.
It is no longer news that the governor has, from the onset, been a true friend and lover of Oru East, going by the manner he has been carrying the people of the council along.
One amongst the good and remarkable gestures he has showcased to Oru East is the recognition cum appointment of numerous sons, daughters, and wives of the council in various notable positions in the state, since the inception of his administration. Some of these recognitions are as follows:
The appointment of Chief Donatus Ejimfugha, as the Director of Imo Civil Guard, whom was formerly one of the Special Advisers to the Governor.
The promotion of Evang. Esther Obong Egbuna, as the Director General of Imo Broadcasting Corporation.
The appointment of Prince Marshal Anyanwu, as the Interim State Chairman of the ruling party in the state, All Progressives Congress (APC).
The appointment of Mrs. Nma Nzeribe Michaels, as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
The appointment of Dr. Emma Ogbenta, as the Special Adviser (SA) to the Governor on Community Govt. Council (CGC), whom was formerly the Chairman of the Governing Board of Imo State Teaching Hospital - Orlu.
The appointment of Hon. Lawrence Nwobodo, as the Special Adviser (SA) to the Governor on Due Process.
The last but not the least, the recent elevation of Mrs. Stella Udogwu, as the Accountant General of Imo State. Just to mention but a few.
Above all, the entire people of Oru East, which encompass children, youths, and elders, are deeply impressed that the indefatigable governor, His Excellency Chief Rochas Anayo Etelbert Okorocaha, OON – Owelle Ndi Imo, is coming to Oru East when their beloved, exuberant, trustworthy and competent son, Barr. Obinna Augustus Amagwula, is piloting the affairs of the council.
The people of Oru East are generally of the view that, having Honourable Barrister Obinna Amagwula as the Transition Committee (TC) Chairman of the council during the visit of the Governor, would no doubt, attract fathomless blessings to the entire nineteen autonomous communities in Oru East LGA. On this note, the lovely people of Oru East have collectively tagged the proposed Governor’s visit which is expected to take place tomorrow 31st of March, 2014, at the council headquarters – Omuma by the special grace of God, as “placing a round peg in a round hole”.
Surely, now that all the leaders of Oru East are with one voice having observed the just concluded reconciliation cum peace talk in the council, is the right and ripe time for the Governor to embrace the people of the area. This is why the entire leaders of Oru East is pleading with all the occupants in the area, which include the technocrats, academics, industrialists, politicians, civil/public servants, traders, artisans, school children, sport men and women, Ndi-Eze, Ndi Nze na Ozo, commercial drivers and motorcyclists, and the youth, regardless of their political affiliations, to come out en masse to welcome the lovely and loving Governor.
At this juncture, I’m pleased to announce to my beloved people of Oru East that, the governor who has made Imolites to acknowledge the fact that good governance is their right, not their privilege, is coming to cheer with the overall members of Oru East tomorrow; thus, no living soul belonging to Oru East is expected to be absent at the occasion.
Governor anyi, Owelle Ndi Imo, ndi Oru East na asi gi, ije oma ooo!
_____________________________
ENGR. COMR. FRED NWAOZOR
Special Adviser on Media & Publicity
to the TC-Chairman
______________________
+2348099250401
Thursday, 3 April 2014
Recent Dimensions of Sexual Abuse
RECENT DIMENSIONS OF SEXUAL ABUSE: A PARADOXICAL SCENARIO
Brethren, never allow the negative experiences in your life to spoil all the good things you’re blessed with. Always choose to acquire eternal happiness, because, it is the only factor that can grant you an eternal life. I’m putting up this candid warning because what I witness or hear on a daily basis has suddenly paralyzed my entire skeletal system.
I’ve come to realize lately that, most of us indulge in dirty acts due to the negative experiences encountered in the past. Even, such “dirty acts” have become a way of life of the people involved. Frankly, I’m deeply bemused by this anomaly; this is why I chose to bemoan bitterly over it, through this avenue.
If I may ask; what exactly could make a man in his right senses to change his lifestyle for bad, without being propelled by any impulse? Could it be the natural lingering phenomenon regarding man’s quest to taste what he’s yet to taste? Please, this question really requires an answer, because I’m rightly placed in an extreme state of imbroglio due to the vagueness of most occurrences across the globe.
I don’t think this should also be tagged as a “mystery”, as it’s usually cited by all and sundry when issues that are beyond human comprehension are raised; because I’m strongly of the view that whatever that’s being created or invented by mankind must not be seen as a mysterious phenomenon.
Maybe we should drive straight to our destination, rather than, putting up a digression. Well, our concern for today is all about the recent dimensions of sexual abuses, which I’ve personally tagged as “a paradoxical scenario”.
According to the context of this edition, “sexual” has to do with, those feelings or activities that are connected with the act of sex or with the desire for sex.
Please brethren, isn’t it a paradox for one to be seen enjoying an act that has no iota of link to pleasure? I’m asking this because my eyes have seen, and my both ears have as well heard profoundly as regards several paradoxical anomalies in respect to sexual abuses.
How can a fully fledged man, in his fifties for instance, be caught “making love” to or raping a barely six-year old female child or thereabouts? As if that of child abuse wasn’t enough, they went further to include animals in the barbaric act; of course, recently many has been caught doing it with a goat or dog as the case may be.
Another devastating dimension is the one that has to do with incest. Yes, it’s no longer news that severally, blood related persons have been caught “making love” to each other. For instance, many ladies have been allegedly caught often times sleeping with their younger/elder brothers of the same mother. The most ugly part of this, is that of a father indulging his daughter in the act. What’s actually happening to us? Could it be the sign of end-time as it’s widely believed? Well, let’s ride on!
The most confusing aspect of sexual abuse is the one that has to do with similar sexes or genders. Homosexuality has suddenly dominated the society in spite of the newly signed law by the Nigeria’s National Assembly that forbids the crazy act. If I mention “Nigeria’s National Assembly”, it appears as if the act is only taking place in Nigeria; on the contrary, to the best of my knowledge, this is a global practice that didn’t even commenced in Nigeria.
Inter alia, I’ve even heard of the situation whereby a man was caught having a sexual intercourse with a mad woman. One may ask or exclaim; mad woman? But the fact is that, it is real; yes, the sane and the insane have been reportedly caught in the act. And, the people involved may say, it’s enjoyable. What a paradox!
Even, what about that of extramarital affairs? Of course, several married women had been caught in most occasions “enjoying” the act with another man; or vice-versa. A paradoxical scenario indeed! Honestly, we’re really seeking for the wrath of God in our respective lives, if only we really know who is “God”. Because, going by the countenance of the scenario, it seems the people in question are yet to know who’s God.
What about the situation whereby unmarried youths indulge in the act as if they are participating in football matches? How can something designed for only married couples, be evenly disseminated among all dicks and harries like mere peanuts? Hour of deliverance!
More so, the type that exists in our various churches cannot be overemphasized. In most cases, the so-called clergy men or men of God have allegedly been found sleeping with female members of their respective congregations, all in the name of deliverance, spiritual cleansing or what have you. The most painful part is that, most of the persons involved were married women.
Above all, most pathetically, my utmost decry faces those who continually patronize sex toys, or who only believe in masturbation while wanting to quench their respective sexual urges on a daily basis. We really need to return to our right senses because apparently, we’ve derailed tremendously and lost our senses as well.
I’m of the view that, apart from the so-called social pleasure being derived from the disgusting acts, most of the incidence are linked to occult ritualism. Yes, most of these people indulge in the loathsome acts in order to initiate or renew their occult sacrifices. In other words, those people don’t do it for the sake of pleasure, but solely for the sake of money or wealth. Whilst, some of the participants are believed to be passing through spells due to a certain evil act they committed in the past. Surely, the evil that men do live with them.
But, no matter how far we’ve derailed, we can still turnaround and come back to our creator. Thus, I’m urging each of everyone of us to retrench our respective steps in order to seek for God’s face. Mind you, no sacrifice in respect to cleansing would be too much, if you really and genuinely want to come back to God. I repeat; hour of deliverance.
Who knows, tomorrow might be too late. Therefore, this is the ripe time for the proposed deliverance or total turnaround. Please, don’t take this chance for granted, because you might not be privileged to encounter a second chance. Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, never allow the negative experiences in your life to spoil all the good things you’re blessed with. Always choose to acquire eternal happiness, because, it is the only factor that can grant you an eternal life. I’m putting up this candid warning because what I witness or hear on a daily basis has suddenly paralyzed my entire skeletal system.
I’ve come to realize lately that, most of us indulge in dirty acts due to the negative experiences encountered in the past. Even, such “dirty acts” have become a way of life of the people involved. Frankly, I’m deeply bemused by this anomaly; this is why I chose to bemoan bitterly over it, through this avenue.
If I may ask; what exactly could make a man in his right senses to change his lifestyle for bad, without being propelled by any impulse? Could it be the natural lingering phenomenon regarding man’s quest to taste what he’s yet to taste? Please, this question really requires an answer, because I’m rightly placed in an extreme state of imbroglio due to the vagueness of most occurrences across the globe.
I don’t think this should also be tagged as a “mystery”, as it’s usually cited by all and sundry when issues that are beyond human comprehension are raised; because I’m strongly of the view that whatever that’s being created or invented by mankind must not be seen as a mysterious phenomenon.
Maybe we should drive straight to our destination, rather than, putting up a digression. Well, our concern for today is all about the recent dimensions of sexual abuses, which I’ve personally tagged as “a paradoxical scenario”.
According to the context of this edition, “sexual” has to do with, those feelings or activities that are connected with the act of sex or with the desire for sex.
Please brethren, isn’t it a paradox for one to be seen enjoying an act that has no iota of link to pleasure? I’m asking this because my eyes have seen, and my both ears have as well heard profoundly as regards several paradoxical anomalies in respect to sexual abuses.
How can a fully fledged man, in his fifties for instance, be caught “making love” to or raping a barely six-year old female child or thereabouts? As if that of child abuse wasn’t enough, they went further to include animals in the barbaric act; of course, recently many has been caught doing it with a goat or dog as the case may be.
Another devastating dimension is the one that has to do with incest. Yes, it’s no longer news that severally, blood related persons have been caught “making love” to each other. For instance, many ladies have been allegedly caught often times sleeping with their younger/elder brothers of the same mother. The most ugly part of this, is that of a father indulging his daughter in the act. What’s actually happening to us? Could it be the sign of end-time as it’s widely believed? Well, let’s ride on!
The most confusing aspect of sexual abuse is the one that has to do with similar sexes or genders. Homosexuality has suddenly dominated the society in spite of the newly signed law by the Nigeria’s National Assembly that forbids the crazy act. If I mention “Nigeria’s National Assembly”, it appears as if the act is only taking place in Nigeria; on the contrary, to the best of my knowledge, this is a global practice that didn’t even commenced in Nigeria.
Inter alia, I’ve even heard of the situation whereby a man was caught having a sexual intercourse with a mad woman. One may ask or exclaim; mad woman? But the fact is that, it is real; yes, the sane and the insane have been reportedly caught in the act. And, the people involved may say, it’s enjoyable. What a paradox!
Even, what about that of extramarital affairs? Of course, several married women had been caught in most occasions “enjoying” the act with another man; or vice-versa. A paradoxical scenario indeed! Honestly, we’re really seeking for the wrath of God in our respective lives, if only we really know who is “God”. Because, going by the countenance of the scenario, it seems the people in question are yet to know who’s God.
What about the situation whereby unmarried youths indulge in the act as if they are participating in football matches? How can something designed for only married couples, be evenly disseminated among all dicks and harries like mere peanuts? Hour of deliverance!
More so, the type that exists in our various churches cannot be overemphasized. In most cases, the so-called clergy men or men of God have allegedly been found sleeping with female members of their respective congregations, all in the name of deliverance, spiritual cleansing or what have you. The most painful part is that, most of the persons involved were married women.
Above all, most pathetically, my utmost decry faces those who continually patronize sex toys, or who only believe in masturbation while wanting to quench their respective sexual urges on a daily basis. We really need to return to our right senses because apparently, we’ve derailed tremendously and lost our senses as well.
I’m of the view that, apart from the so-called social pleasure being derived from the disgusting acts, most of the incidence are linked to occult ritualism. Yes, most of these people indulge in the loathsome acts in order to initiate or renew their occult sacrifices. In other words, those people don’t do it for the sake of pleasure, but solely for the sake of money or wealth. Whilst, some of the participants are believed to be passing through spells due to a certain evil act they committed in the past. Surely, the evil that men do live with them.
But, no matter how far we’ve derailed, we can still turnaround and come back to our creator. Thus, I’m urging each of everyone of us to retrench our respective steps in order to seek for God’s face. Mind you, no sacrifice in respect to cleansing would be too much, if you really and genuinely want to come back to God. I repeat; hour of deliverance.
Who knows, tomorrow might be too late. Therefore, this is the ripe time for the proposed deliverance or total turnaround. Please, don’t take this chance for granted, because you might not be privileged to encounter a second chance. Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
My Solidarity Message to the New Imo State Police Commissioner
MY SOLIDARITY MESSAGE TO THE NEW IMO STATE POLICE BOSS
Brethren, do you know that worry does nothing but steal your joy, and as well keep you very busy doing nothing? In case you were yet to know, believe me, this is nothing but a fact. This is why I always ask you to free yourself and fly; and to actualize this, you must accept your past without regret, handle your present with confidence, and most importantly, face your future without fear.
You must thoroughly abide by the above rule if you really wish to distance your person from worry. Thus, you must not take thoroughness for granted when dealing with any matter, if you’re really interested in coming up with the best at the end of the long run.
Lest I forget; few days ago while going through one of the social media I’m addicted to, Facebook precisely, I came across a certain striking news that amused my person greatly. Reportedly, a certain woman in the person of Misao Okawa at the age of 116, who happens to hail from Japan in Asia, was posed as the world’s oldest person. Quickly I asked myself, on what ground did the reporters conclude that this woman was the oldest in the world; were they able to locate all the local or remote localities in the universe before arriving at such amusing conclusion. In other words, did they embrace thoroughness why carrying out their research? Honestly I’m so concerned about thoroughness because I sincerely believe in its efficacy. Please, pardon the digression.
Let’s face the business of the day squarely. And, if the said business must be faced thoroughly, then I wish to quickly remind you of what we have for today, for the interest of those of us with low memory, coupled with those who are just coming. Our business for today remains, my proposed open solidarity message to the current Imo State Police boss who came into the ‘Eastern Heartland’ barely few weeks ago. I proposed to present this message/note because of the interest I’ve for humanitarianism, coupled with activism. As a Crime/Social analyst, and a devoted activist as well, my soul won’t be at rest if I fail to present this piece.
Surely, no doubt, change remains the only constant factor in life; even an imbecile comprehends this language to the fullness. This is the reason we all must be willing and ready to welcome and embrace change at all time. For instance, barely two months ago, we received the striking news that the former Imo State Police Commissioner (boss), among some other state commissioners, would be redeployed to other different police quarters in the country. A news that totally placed my person to a state of imbroglio; needless to say that, I was partially paralyzed. But what else could I do, than to accept the existence of ‘change’, in good faith. Yes, change is our fate, and we must always accept it in good faith. Let’s ride on!
It’s no longer news that a new Police Commissioner in the person of CP Abdulmajid Ali, has arrived in the state, and as well resumed duty. Believe me, prior to his arrival, I prayed vigorously and fervently to God to ensure that someone of higher competence occupies the vacant seat. And, as I’m communicating to you right now, I’m duly convinced that my prayer was answered. So many signs which I’ve observed so far in respect to this, are the proof to my presumption.
The statement the man in question made the day he was formerly hosted (received) by the Governor of Imo State, Chief Rochas Okorocha, which I’ll never forget in a hurry, was one of the signs I just mentioned. On that fateful day, at the Government House – Owerri, Monday February 17 – 2014 to be precise, he unequivocally made it clear that, he was in the state for serious assignment and warned criminals to steer clear of the state, with the view that he would make the state extremely hot for them; he further stated that, he was not in the state for a ‘tea party’. Another comment he made that impressed me was the warning he issued to politicians against heating up the polity, thereby stating that, he would not tolerate lawlessness on the parts of the politicians in the state.
That simply means, beyond any reasonable doubt, he’s here for nothing but business, as it was left by his predecessor. And his business remains, protection of lives and property. Above all, I’ve personally gone through his past records, and they were very impressive.
I sincerely pray that, he would never derail from that candid statement he made openly on that special and historic day. I really want him to deliver far more than his immediate predecessor. And, to actualize this, there are some tangible facts he must note.
First and foremost, he must be willing to work with everyone. In other words, his doors must be open for those who are into like business with him. When I mention ‘like business’, I simply mean similar business. We’re on security matter, therefore, there’s no need to expatiate. As a security guru, I expect him to understand my language fully.
Secondly Sir, endeavour to maintain and enhance the ongoing Community Policing in the state. And to actualize this, all hands must be on deck; in a nutshell, every dick and harry has a quota to contribute. Suffice to say; this routine requires absolute and thorough networking. Thus, no facet of the state is expected to be left behind. Inter alia, our borders ought to remain formidable to ensure that, no bad egg enters the state.
Above all, my honourable Commissioner, please I encourage you to be media friendly, so that, everyone in the state would be duly informed on what’s happening in the state as regards security. Believe me, media is a very veritable tool requires in eradication of crimes or societal social-vices. When I say ‘media’, I’m referring to both the print and electronic aspects.
I want you to note Sir, that, Imolites are right behind you. Every patriotic occupant of the state is willing to support your administration. Yes, we’re sincerely by your side because, we anticipate nothing less than the best from this mission. Summarily, we expect nothing but thoroughness from you and your ebullient team.
I also want to disclose to you that, the entire members of Imo Fans Fortress (IMOFAF) – a Non Governmental Organization that fosters unionism among all Imo occupants, which Comrade Fred Nwaozor is the Founder/Leader, are ever ready to work hand-in-glove with your leadership. The interest of Imo as a whole is IMOFAF’s paramount concern, therefore, it must assist anyone who is sincerely willing and ready to protect or safeguard the four-corners of the state.
At this juncture, I say, you’re highly welcome to the Eastern Heartland, Sir. But don’t forget, for you to serve us better, you must see yourself as an indigene of the state; that is, as one whose blood runs in the state. Think about it, while I continue to pray for you and your entire team!
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, do you know that worry does nothing but steal your joy, and as well keep you very busy doing nothing? In case you were yet to know, believe me, this is nothing but a fact. This is why I always ask you to free yourself and fly; and to actualize this, you must accept your past without regret, handle your present with confidence, and most importantly, face your future without fear.
You must thoroughly abide by the above rule if you really wish to distance your person from worry. Thus, you must not take thoroughness for granted when dealing with any matter, if you’re really interested in coming up with the best at the end of the long run.
Lest I forget; few days ago while going through one of the social media I’m addicted to, Facebook precisely, I came across a certain striking news that amused my person greatly. Reportedly, a certain woman in the person of Misao Okawa at the age of 116, who happens to hail from Japan in Asia, was posed as the world’s oldest person. Quickly I asked myself, on what ground did the reporters conclude that this woman was the oldest in the world; were they able to locate all the local or remote localities in the universe before arriving at such amusing conclusion. In other words, did they embrace thoroughness why carrying out their research? Honestly I’m so concerned about thoroughness because I sincerely believe in its efficacy. Please, pardon the digression.
Let’s face the business of the day squarely. And, if the said business must be faced thoroughly, then I wish to quickly remind you of what we have for today, for the interest of those of us with low memory, coupled with those who are just coming. Our business for today remains, my proposed open solidarity message to the current Imo State Police boss who came into the ‘Eastern Heartland’ barely few weeks ago. I proposed to present this message/note because of the interest I’ve for humanitarianism, coupled with activism. As a Crime/Social analyst, and a devoted activist as well, my soul won’t be at rest if I fail to present this piece.
Surely, no doubt, change remains the only constant factor in life; even an imbecile comprehends this language to the fullness. This is the reason we all must be willing and ready to welcome and embrace change at all time. For instance, barely two months ago, we received the striking news that the former Imo State Police Commissioner (boss), among some other state commissioners, would be redeployed to other different police quarters in the country. A news that totally placed my person to a state of imbroglio; needless to say that, I was partially paralyzed. But what else could I do, than to accept the existence of ‘change’, in good faith. Yes, change is our fate, and we must always accept it in good faith. Let’s ride on!
It’s no longer news that a new Police Commissioner in the person of CP Abdulmajid Ali, has arrived in the state, and as well resumed duty. Believe me, prior to his arrival, I prayed vigorously and fervently to God to ensure that someone of higher competence occupies the vacant seat. And, as I’m communicating to you right now, I’m duly convinced that my prayer was answered. So many signs which I’ve observed so far in respect to this, are the proof to my presumption.
The statement the man in question made the day he was formerly hosted (received) by the Governor of Imo State, Chief Rochas Okorocha, which I’ll never forget in a hurry, was one of the signs I just mentioned. On that fateful day, at the Government House – Owerri, Monday February 17 – 2014 to be precise, he unequivocally made it clear that, he was in the state for serious assignment and warned criminals to steer clear of the state, with the view that he would make the state extremely hot for them; he further stated that, he was not in the state for a ‘tea party’. Another comment he made that impressed me was the warning he issued to politicians against heating up the polity, thereby stating that, he would not tolerate lawlessness on the parts of the politicians in the state.
That simply means, beyond any reasonable doubt, he’s here for nothing but business, as it was left by his predecessor. And his business remains, protection of lives and property. Above all, I’ve personally gone through his past records, and they were very impressive.
I sincerely pray that, he would never derail from that candid statement he made openly on that special and historic day. I really want him to deliver far more than his immediate predecessor. And, to actualize this, there are some tangible facts he must note.
First and foremost, he must be willing to work with everyone. In other words, his doors must be open for those who are into like business with him. When I mention ‘like business’, I simply mean similar business. We’re on security matter, therefore, there’s no need to expatiate. As a security guru, I expect him to understand my language fully.
Secondly Sir, endeavour to maintain and enhance the ongoing Community Policing in the state. And to actualize this, all hands must be on deck; in a nutshell, every dick and harry has a quota to contribute. Suffice to say; this routine requires absolute and thorough networking. Thus, no facet of the state is expected to be left behind. Inter alia, our borders ought to remain formidable to ensure that, no bad egg enters the state.
Above all, my honourable Commissioner, please I encourage you to be media friendly, so that, everyone in the state would be duly informed on what’s happening in the state as regards security. Believe me, media is a very veritable tool requires in eradication of crimes or societal social-vices. When I say ‘media’, I’m referring to both the print and electronic aspects.
I want you to note Sir, that, Imolites are right behind you. Every patriotic occupant of the state is willing to support your administration. Yes, we’re sincerely by your side because, we anticipate nothing less than the best from this mission. Summarily, we expect nothing but thoroughness from you and your ebullient team.
I also want to disclose to you that, the entire members of Imo Fans Fortress (IMOFAF) – a Non Governmental Organization that fosters unionism among all Imo occupants, which Comrade Fred Nwaozor is the Founder/Leader, are ever ready to work hand-in-glove with your leadership. The interest of Imo as a whole is IMOFAF’s paramount concern, therefore, it must assist anyone who is sincerely willing and ready to protect or safeguard the four-corners of the state.
At this juncture, I say, you’re highly welcome to the Eastern Heartland, Sir. But don’t forget, for you to serve us better, you must see yourself as an indigene of the state; that is, as one whose blood runs in the state. Think about it, while I continue to pray for you and your entire team!
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Friday, 21 March 2014
Oru East Reconciliation Talks Among Its Leaders
REVIEWING THE RECENT EPOCH OF ORU EAST SOLIDARITY TALK AMONG ITS LEADERS
Brethren, my last trip to Abuja three weeks ago gave me a thorough insight into the real efficacy of true unionism. During the outing, I was privileged to interact with my old time university friends. There was severe rancour among some members of the gathering during those days in the university; and the rancour was due to our involvement in Students Unionism, which I happened to be one of the staunch leaders. The Abuja professional convention brought us together again just like one single and united family. We were busy sharing and reawakening our unforgotten nostalgias with extreme vigour and passion. Believe me, that togetherness or reunion that lasted for barely seventy two hours, three days precisely, yielded a fathomless and tangible fruit to our greatest surprise.
Our concern for today remains the epoch of reconciliation and solidarity talks amongst the leaders of Oru East Local Government Area (LGA), which was ably and duly organized by the present Transition Committee (TC) Chairman of the said LGA, in the person of Honourable Barrister Obinna Augustus Amagwula.
Immediately after the assumption of office, the Oru East TC-Chairman made a gigantic move to ensure that normalcy is restored in Oru East in its entirety by indulging each of the aggrieved leaders of the council who are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), otherwise known as the ruling party, in a prolonged peace talks, having pleaded with each of them for formidable unity. He let them realize the need for them to come together once more and bear one mind for the interest of the anticipated growth in the council and their children yet unborn. Subsequently, without further delay, the people involved unanimously agreed to dance to the enticing idea and tune of the TC-Chairman.
Hon. Amagwula in the midst of his people
The proposed reconciliation came to reality on Tuesday march 4 – 2014, when the first phase of the meeting among the leaders took place at the council headquarters – Omuma. On that fateful day which recorded a massive turnout to my enormous surprise, the leaders such as Chief Hon. Nathan Odogwu, Dr. Emma Ogbenta, Chief Donatus Ejimfugha, Prince Marshal Anyanwu, among others who were present, agreed to schedule for the second phase of the gathering, so that, anyone who wasn’t present would be opportune to join the chorus.
The second phase of the reconciliation and solidarity talks took place on Sunday March 9 - 2014, still at the council headquarters. As a social analyst, if called to earn my view, I’ll say that the most impressive and genuine aspect of the gathering was that, it took place on a neutral ground, the council headquarters.
I must commend the TC-Chairman and his co-members for this rare initiative. I also want to seize this opportunity to appreciate all the concerned leaders, for the intense maturity showcased by them; they’ve proven to me that they’re not just leaders, but also, the eyes of others. I urge other TC-Chairmen and their fellow leaders to emulate the juicy and charming gesture.
I’m sure the Oru East TC-Chairman and his impeccable co-members might have embarked on a thorough fasting and prayers before summoning the impetus to call for the solidarity talks, because, some of the persons involved had been at the loggerheads for many years. Suffice to say that, the predecessors of the Transition Committee members must had taken a similar step to no avail. My presumption of having gone for thorough fasting and prayers is not unconnected to what the TC-Chairman told me during a phone conversation with him; during the conversation, when I tried to enquire how he was able to actualize such marvelous dream, he simply told me that, it was a thing of divinity. Let’s ride on!
The remarkable and miraculous thing that transpired on the day of the second phase of the gathering proved to me that, truly, the initiative was a thing of divinity as it was cited by the TC-Chairman. While the ceremony was taking place, it rained profoundly in the vicinity of the council headquarters which was the venue of the occasion, but amazingly, there was no drop of rain witnessed at the venue in spite of the thunderstorms that echoed severally at the venue in question. Surprisingly, the rain commenced at the venue immediately after the ceremony was over. A thing of divinity indeed!
I pray that this mark of divinity will continue to follow the Chairman and his co-members throughout their reign in Oru East, because, the LGA had suffered tremendously in the past due to enmity and treachery.
No doubt, a remarkable history was made on Thursday January 23 – 2014 when Barr. Amagwula was sworn in as the TC-Chairman of Oru East, just as I cited it on this very column, Monday February 3, 2014 to be precise; because with my experience so far, I’m of the view that, a leader who started with reconciliation would surely attain to the peak of his/her dream. Though I’m not surprise, because, a man whose tongue is always filled with praises and worship songs and as well sings praises anywhere he finds himself, which I’ve personally observed in the person of Barrister Obinna Amagwula, is no doubt a true man of God. From my humble definition, a “Man of God” is one who sincerely worships God and follows His rules as well.
If the TC-Chairman of Oru East is gifted with the aforementioned idiosyncrasy, then permit me to say that, the entire people of Oru-East is blessed for having someone like him as their leader. Thus, to have tagged his appointment as Oru East TC-Chairman as “a remarkable history” wasn’t a mistaken utterance; and I’ll continue to thank the lovely and loving Imo State Governor, Chief Rochas Okorocha, for such wonderful gesture displayed by him.
But one thing must be made clear here. Our amiable leaders who were involved in the reconciliation cum solidarity talks ought to note that, they’ve indulged themselves in what Igbo people call “Oriko”. Oriko is a sort of holistic initiation among some/all members of a certain family who are at loggerheads, whereby they willingly accept to dine together which signifies reunion. In Igbo land, having participated in “Oriko”, anyone who goes contrary to the agreement in subsequent time might attract the wrath of God. Even those who were unavoidably absent at the ceremonies, but signified their willingness either through phone calls or otherwise, should have it in their respective minds that they were also involved in the Oriko.
Brethren, even at this juncture, I’m surely convinced that a tremendous achievement have been recorded in Oru East since we’re now sure that peace has come to stay in the area. Just like I said in my penultimate edition that, a formidable unity among family members guarantees peace, and peace alone yields fathomless progress (success). Think about it!
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FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, my last trip to Abuja three weeks ago gave me a thorough insight into the real efficacy of true unionism. During the outing, I was privileged to interact with my old time university friends. There was severe rancour among some members of the gathering during those days in the university; and the rancour was due to our involvement in Students Unionism, which I happened to be one of the staunch leaders. The Abuja professional convention brought us together again just like one single and united family. We were busy sharing and reawakening our unforgotten nostalgias with extreme vigour and passion. Believe me, that togetherness or reunion that lasted for barely seventy two hours, three days precisely, yielded a fathomless and tangible fruit to our greatest surprise.
I want to sincerely let you know that, misunderstanding among partners or members of a certain family is natural. In other words, it’s as old as the world, if not older. Even, lately I’ve come to realize and as well conclude that, misunderstanding helps to solidify any relationship. But, it invariably leads to mayhem when the people involved fail to embrace a rethink and retrench their respective steps for the sake of reconciliation.
Our concern for today remains the epoch of reconciliation and solidarity talks amongst the leaders of Oru East Local Government Area (LGA), which was ably and duly organized by the present Transition Committee (TC) Chairman of the said LGA, in the person of Honourable Barrister Obinna Augustus Amagwula.
Immediately after the assumption of office, the Oru East TC-Chairman made a gigantic move to ensure that normalcy is restored in Oru East in its entirety by indulging each of the aggrieved leaders of the council who are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), otherwise known as the ruling party, in a prolonged peace talks, having pleaded with each of them for formidable unity. He let them realize the need for them to come together once more and bear one mind for the interest of the anticipated growth in the council and their children yet unborn. Subsequently, without further delay, the people involved unanimously agreed to dance to the enticing idea and tune of the TC-Chairman.
The proposed reconciliation came to reality on Tuesday march 4 – 2014, when the first phase of the meeting among the leaders took place at the council headquarters – Omuma. On that fateful day which recorded a massive turnout to my enormous surprise, the leaders such as Chief Hon. Nathan Odogwu, Dr. Emma Ogbenta, Chief Donatus Ejimfugha, Prince Marshal Anyanwu, among others who were present, agreed to schedule for the second phase of the gathering, so that, anyone who wasn’t present would be opportune to join the chorus.
The second phase of the reconciliation and solidarity talks took place on Sunday March 9 - 2014, still at the council headquarters. As a social analyst, if called to earn my view, I’ll say that the most impressive and genuine aspect of the gathering was that, it took place on a neutral ground, the council headquarters.
I must commend the TC-Chairman and his co-members for this rare initiative. I also want to seize this opportunity to appreciate all the concerned leaders, for the intense maturity showcased by them; they’ve proven to me that they’re not just leaders, but also, the eyes of others. I urge other TC-Chairmen and their fellow leaders to emulate the juicy and charming gesture.
I’m sure the Oru East TC-Chairman and his impeccable co-members might have embarked on a thorough fasting and prayers before summoning the impetus to call for the solidarity talks, because, some of the persons involved had been at the loggerheads for many years. Suffice to say that, the predecessors of the Transition Committee members must had taken a similar step to no avail. My presumption of having gone for thorough fasting and prayers is not unconnected to what the TC-Chairman told me during a phone conversation with him; during the conversation, when I tried to enquire how he was able to actualize such marvelous dream, he simply told me that, it was a thing of divinity. Let’s ride on!
The remarkable and miraculous thing that transpired on the day of the second phase of the gathering proved to me that, truly, the initiative was a thing of divinity as it was cited by the TC-Chairman. While the ceremony was taking place, it rained profoundly in the vicinity of the council headquarters which was the venue of the occasion, but amazingly, there was no drop of rain witnessed at the venue in spite of the thunderstorms that echoed severally at the venue in question. Surprisingly, the rain commenced at the venue immediately after the ceremony was over. A thing of divinity indeed!
I pray that this mark of divinity will continue to follow the Chairman and his co-members throughout their reign in Oru East, because, the LGA had suffered tremendously in the past due to enmity and treachery.
No doubt, a remarkable history was made on Thursday January 23 – 2014 when Barr. Amagwula was sworn in as the TC-Chairman of Oru East, just as I cited it on this very column, Monday February 3, 2014 to be precise; because with my experience so far, I’m of the view that, a leader who started with reconciliation would surely attain to the peak of his/her dream. Though I’m not surprise, because, a man whose tongue is always filled with praises and worship songs and as well sings praises anywhere he finds himself, which I’ve personally observed in the person of Barrister Obinna Amagwula, is no doubt a true man of God. From my humble definition, a “Man of God” is one who sincerely worships God and follows His rules as well.
If the TC-Chairman of Oru East is gifted with the aforementioned idiosyncrasy, then permit me to say that, the entire people of Oru-East is blessed for having someone like him as their leader. Thus, to have tagged his appointment as Oru East TC-Chairman as “a remarkable history” wasn’t a mistaken utterance; and I’ll continue to thank the lovely and loving Imo State Governor, Chief Rochas Okorocha, for such wonderful gesture displayed by him.
But one thing must be made clear here. Our amiable leaders who were involved in the reconciliation cum solidarity talks ought to note that, they’ve indulged themselves in what Igbo people call “Oriko”. Oriko is a sort of holistic initiation among some/all members of a certain family who are at loggerheads, whereby they willingly accept to dine together which signifies reunion. In Igbo land, having participated in “Oriko”, anyone who goes contrary to the agreement in subsequent time might attract the wrath of God. Even those who were unavoidably absent at the ceremonies, but signified their willingness either through phone calls or otherwise, should have it in their respective minds that they were also involved in the Oriko.
Brethren, even at this juncture, I’m surely convinced that a tremendous achievement have been recorded in Oru East since we’re now sure that peace has come to stay in the area. Just like I said in my penultimate edition that, a formidable unity among family members guarantees peace, and peace alone yields fathomless progress (success). Think about it!
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FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Wednesday, 12 March 2014
Formidable Unity Among Family Members
THE NEED FOR FORMIDABLE UNITY AMONG FAMILY MEMBERS
Brethren, sincerely you give to me hope and always help me to cope; whenever life pulls me down, the thought of your existence and care brings me around. I’m saying this because, I wouldn’t have make it to this edition due to ill health that befell me barely two nights ago. But the moment I recollected that you can’t cope with my absence on this platform, I was left with no other choice than to stand on my feet once more. Honestly I thank you so much for being there for me.
Please, whenever I say “brethren”, I’m directly referring to the members of my humble congregation, whom at all times remain members of my family; please don’t ask me whom they are, because they know themselves. Frankly, the last time I checked, they were uncountable. Yes the number increases on a daily basis simply because there’s unity amongst us.
Please brethren, do not leave me for a second because if you do, the little drops of anguish will all run together, and the smoke that roams looking for a home will drift into me choking my lost heart. Please let’s remain together because we’re progressing geometrically; yes, even the blind can see it. Why I’m pleading for steadfastness of this ongoing unity in our family is because, missing someone and not being able to see him/her is the worst feeling ever.
Few weeks ago, I happened to be in the midst of a certain family comprising of a father, mother and two children, in Abuja. My visit which lasted for one week brought a revelation to my person. Prior to the visit, little did I know that, the family had been living in shambles for over one calendar year; a certain melodrama that was displayed before me by the couple in question summarized every bit of it to my person. Before I left the home, I told myself that that was a challenge to my humble person; on that note, I concluded that, I must restore normalcy (unity) in that family, and I thank God my vision came to past. Thus, my mission was accomplished. Can somebody say, Hallelujah?
The topic before us remains, the essence of unity amongst family members. In a concise and precise term, a family is a group of people who are related to each other. You can put up your own definition in a language it would suit your person; but whenever you do so, endeavour to remember that, a family is simply a group of persons with the same motive.
For instance, “Imo” as a state is a family, likewise any other state across the federation. Mind you, every family has a head, and the head remains the leader. In other words, the head of any family oversees the activity of the members of the family. Though some families might not have constitution or bye-law that stipulates this remark, but the fact remains that, every family is bound to have “a head”. Let’s ride on!
Presently, going through most families across the globe, you will observe with me that a lot of things have profoundly gone wrong as a result of lack of unity. Yes recently, several anomalies have set into most families due to the aforementioned factor.
Honestly, I so much believe in the efficacy of unity, because I’m personally aware that, it’s only unity that guarantees peace. And unequivocally, without peace, there will never be progress in any family; QED. Believe me, there’s no two ways about it.
Certainly, misunderstanding is expected to set in, in any family because we’re all gifted with different mentality, and such anomaly (misunderstanding) often leads to separation or estrangement among some members of the family. But I still strongly believe that, no matter how grievous the separation among the members of any family might seem, there is still need for total turnaround if the members are still interested in actualizing the object(s) of the family.
At this juncture, I urge each of everyone of us to have a rethink and as well search our respective consciences, with the motive of restoring unity in any family we belong to. And, as you embrace a rethink, don’t forget to note that, the head of any family invariably remains the leader. And the leader is expected to be in charge irrespective of the circumstance. Therefore, respect must be accorded to any leader by his/her subjects. In addition, some of us are blessed with the talent of settling any form of family dispute; if you possess such rare idiosyncrasy, please do not misuse it because it’s a very potent one.
For crying out loud, there’s joy in togetherness; there’s love in sharing; and there’s always oneness whenever respect is sustained. But any leader must acknowledge the fact that, he/she remains the head and backbone of the family in question, thus, must lead by example.
Surely, every family regardless of its nature – be it social, religious, political, or what have you, deserves a formidable unity in order to foster peace, so that, progress must be guaranteed. And I don’t think there’s anyone in his or her right senses that doesn’t pray for progress or success on a daily basis. Think about it!
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FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, sincerely you give to me hope and always help me to cope; whenever life pulls me down, the thought of your existence and care brings me around. I’m saying this because, I wouldn’t have make it to this edition due to ill health that befell me barely two nights ago. But the moment I recollected that you can’t cope with my absence on this platform, I was left with no other choice than to stand on my feet once more. Honestly I thank you so much for being there for me.
Please, whenever I say “brethren”, I’m directly referring to the members of my humble congregation, whom at all times remain members of my family; please don’t ask me whom they are, because they know themselves. Frankly, the last time I checked, they were uncountable. Yes the number increases on a daily basis simply because there’s unity amongst us.
Please brethren, do not leave me for a second because if you do, the little drops of anguish will all run together, and the smoke that roams looking for a home will drift into me choking my lost heart. Please let’s remain together because we’re progressing geometrically; yes, even the blind can see it. Why I’m pleading for steadfastness of this ongoing unity in our family is because, missing someone and not being able to see him/her is the worst feeling ever.
Few weeks ago, I happened to be in the midst of a certain family comprising of a father, mother and two children, in Abuja. My visit which lasted for one week brought a revelation to my person. Prior to the visit, little did I know that, the family had been living in shambles for over one calendar year; a certain melodrama that was displayed before me by the couple in question summarized every bit of it to my person. Before I left the home, I told myself that that was a challenge to my humble person; on that note, I concluded that, I must restore normalcy (unity) in that family, and I thank God my vision came to past. Thus, my mission was accomplished. Can somebody say, Hallelujah?
The topic before us remains, the essence of unity amongst family members. In a concise and precise term, a family is a group of people who are related to each other. You can put up your own definition in a language it would suit your person; but whenever you do so, endeavour to remember that, a family is simply a group of persons with the same motive.
For instance, “Imo” as a state is a family, likewise any other state across the federation. Mind you, every family has a head, and the head remains the leader. In other words, the head of any family oversees the activity of the members of the family. Though some families might not have constitution or bye-law that stipulates this remark, but the fact remains that, every family is bound to have “a head”. Let’s ride on!
Presently, going through most families across the globe, you will observe with me that a lot of things have profoundly gone wrong as a result of lack of unity. Yes recently, several anomalies have set into most families due to the aforementioned factor.
Honestly, I so much believe in the efficacy of unity, because I’m personally aware that, it’s only unity that guarantees peace. And unequivocally, without peace, there will never be progress in any family; QED. Believe me, there’s no two ways about it.
Certainly, misunderstanding is expected to set in, in any family because we’re all gifted with different mentality, and such anomaly (misunderstanding) often leads to separation or estrangement among some members of the family. But I still strongly believe that, no matter how grievous the separation among the members of any family might seem, there is still need for total turnaround if the members are still interested in actualizing the object(s) of the family.
At this juncture, I urge each of everyone of us to have a rethink and as well search our respective consciences, with the motive of restoring unity in any family we belong to. And, as you embrace a rethink, don’t forget to note that, the head of any family invariably remains the leader. And the leader is expected to be in charge irrespective of the circumstance. Therefore, respect must be accorded to any leader by his/her subjects. In addition, some of us are blessed with the talent of settling any form of family dispute; if you possess such rare idiosyncrasy, please do not misuse it because it’s a very potent one.
For crying out loud, there’s joy in togetherness; there’s love in sharing; and there’s always oneness whenever respect is sustained. But any leader must acknowledge the fact that, he/she remains the head and backbone of the family in question, thus, must lead by example.
Surely, every family regardless of its nature – be it social, religious, political, or what have you, deserves a formidable unity in order to foster peace, so that, progress must be guaranteed. And I don’t think there’s anyone in his or her right senses that doesn’t pray for progress or success on a daily basis. Think about it!
____________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Monday, 3 March 2014
Indiscriminate Dumping of Waste Materials in The 'Eastern Heartland'
INDISCRIMINATE DUMPING OF WASTE MATERIALS IN THE ‘EASTERN HEARTLAND’
Brethren, I sincerely thank God that; as the days unfold, our congregation increases. This signifies that we’re witnessing growth on a daily basis. I’m sure we all know what that implies? To the best of my knowledge, growth is what everyone prays for, regardless of his/her status or background. Glory be to the Almighty that our denomination is really vastly progressing; I can’t thank Him enough.
Having noted that there’s a remarkable progress among our fellowship for the past two years we commenced this ministry, I wish to use this avenue to let you know one fact, which is; my love feeds on yours and as long as you live, it’ll remain in your arms without leaving mine. In case you consider the candid statement vague, the summary of it is that, we’re meant to be together irrespective of the pressure we might be facing.
Barely two months ago, I was in Lagos state. During my stay which lasted for several weeks, I noticed that so many things had changed positively in the state, except one thing which seemed to be unchangeable. That very anomaly appears to be common amongst virtually all the states across the federation; this singular observation made my person to conclude that, Nigeria as a nation has a certain common disease, though social. I wouldn’t like to disclose that social disease at this juncture. But I promise, prior to the end of this edition, it must be mentioned and duly treated.
Please permit me to go back to history, as usual. Few days ago, an old time friend studying in Ghana, West Africa initiated a chat with me on one of the existing social media, Facebook to be precise. At the starting point of the chat, she hurriedly asked how Nigeria had been faring regarding environmental sanitary. According to her, the last time she checked, Nigeria as a whole was still lagging behind in the area of public sanitation. Based on her enquiry, I responded that, from my personal view, most of the recent government functionaries (administrators) in Nigeria adore cleanliness; but it appears that their subjects enjoy littering the environments due to the fact that, they have not been forcedly persuaded to act otherwise. Suffice to say; they cherish being treated like members of the “animal farm”. Let’s ride on!
If you can take a second glance at the topic of today, you will concur that, my interest solely lies in Imo state otherwise known as “the Eastern Heartland” which remains my state of origin.
For those of you who have been residents of Imo state, you will bear me witness that the state in question has been facing tremendous challenges as regards environmental sanitation, in spite of the tireless effort that had been recorded by the ongoing Owelle’s administration to see that the anomaly becomes a thing of the past. Needless to say that the efforts rendered so far by the government seems futile, or were to no avail. It’s no longer news that all the gutters has been loaded with fathomless rubbishes, thereby negatively affecting our drainage systems seriously. As a concerned social analyst, I can recollect vividly that I’ve often times spoken on this societal eyesore.
Frankly, I want to state unequivocally that, for a wholly decent and charming environment to be obtained in Imo state in respect to environmental sanitary, or for the aforementioned anomaly to be adequately addressed by the government, both human and non-human faces are required, and all hands must as well be on deck.
Firstly, the government in collaboration with the relevant existing Non-governmental Organizations in the state should from time to time organize seminars, workshops, and what have you, to properly educate and re-orientate the occupants of the state on their respective civic responsibilities in the area of environmental sanitation. The religious institutions should not be left out with regard to the proposed sensitization exercise. The print and electronic media ought to also be used to actualize this motive.
Secondly, I urge the Ministry of Environment to ensure that waste bins are situated at all strategic locations across the state. In other words, no area or locality should be exempted or ostracized while this routine is being carried out. In line with this, a formidable ad-hoc committee must be set up to guarantee thoroughness of the project/initiative.
Thirdly, a mobile Task Force group ought to be set up by the government. The group is expected to monitor every nook and cranny of the state on a daily basis and in every second, to ensure that the commuters and pedestrians adhere strictly to the environmental instruction by making adequate use of the various waste bins mounted at the strategic points after emptying any canned, bottled, packaged or sachet drink/food. Such concernment would be wise and ideal to be signed into law by the State Legislative organ. Therefore, the members of the task force must always endeavour to wear a non-human face while implementing the proposed law; most importantly, they must be thoroughly sincere and transparent. In this regard, anyone caught defaulting the law must be instantly tried by a mobile court, which would be established at every major junction in the state; and if found guilty, must be subjected to a capital punishment. In addition, any moving vehicle would be mandated to have a small waste bin where its passengers can discard any waste material, to avoid any embarrassment from the task force.
Lastly, but not the least, the government must ensure that, the usual but defunct monthly environmental sanitation exercise in the state is reinitiated. And this time, it must be whole and compulsory. When I say “whole”, I mean ensuring that it’s being observed by all localities in the state, whilst “compulsory” implies that everyone regardless of age or status must participate. I also urge the state legislators to sign the practice into an impeccable law, therefore, must ensure that it is duly enforced. On this note, a committee is also expected to be inaugurated by the executive arm to see to the effectiveness of the practice; and the committee must also wear a non-human face in carrying out this official assignment. Thus, anyone caught abusing the directive by the committee must be brought to book with no iota of delay.
Believe me, if all these are properly put in place, in no distant time, Imo state would be a place to reckon with in regard to conducive and accommodating environmental condition.
But, the people involved must wake up from slumber by bearing in mind that, such act is barbaric, uncultured and uncalled for. We should endeavour to deliver ourselves instead of waiting for others to do so on our behalf.
The above mentioned and treated syndrome is a national issue that requires an urgent and cogent measure that must be implemented in earnest by the respective affected states. Don’t forget; “Cleanliness is next to godliness”, and “A healthy nation is a wealthy nation.” Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, I sincerely thank God that; as the days unfold, our congregation increases. This signifies that we’re witnessing growth on a daily basis. I’m sure we all know what that implies? To the best of my knowledge, growth is what everyone prays for, regardless of his/her status or background. Glory be to the Almighty that our denomination is really vastly progressing; I can’t thank Him enough.
Having noted that there’s a remarkable progress among our fellowship for the past two years we commenced this ministry, I wish to use this avenue to let you know one fact, which is; my love feeds on yours and as long as you live, it’ll remain in your arms without leaving mine. In case you consider the candid statement vague, the summary of it is that, we’re meant to be together irrespective of the pressure we might be facing.
Barely two months ago, I was in Lagos state. During my stay which lasted for several weeks, I noticed that so many things had changed positively in the state, except one thing which seemed to be unchangeable. That very anomaly appears to be common amongst virtually all the states across the federation; this singular observation made my person to conclude that, Nigeria as a nation has a certain common disease, though social. I wouldn’t like to disclose that social disease at this juncture. But I promise, prior to the end of this edition, it must be mentioned and duly treated.
Please permit me to go back to history, as usual. Few days ago, an old time friend studying in Ghana, West Africa initiated a chat with me on one of the existing social media, Facebook to be precise. At the starting point of the chat, she hurriedly asked how Nigeria had been faring regarding environmental sanitary. According to her, the last time she checked, Nigeria as a whole was still lagging behind in the area of public sanitation. Based on her enquiry, I responded that, from my personal view, most of the recent government functionaries (administrators) in Nigeria adore cleanliness; but it appears that their subjects enjoy littering the environments due to the fact that, they have not been forcedly persuaded to act otherwise. Suffice to say; they cherish being treated like members of the “animal farm”. Let’s ride on!
If you can take a second glance at the topic of today, you will concur that, my interest solely lies in Imo state otherwise known as “the Eastern Heartland” which remains my state of origin.
For those of you who have been residents of Imo state, you will bear me witness that the state in question has been facing tremendous challenges as regards environmental sanitation, in spite of the tireless effort that had been recorded by the ongoing Owelle’s administration to see that the anomaly becomes a thing of the past. Needless to say that the efforts rendered so far by the government seems futile, or were to no avail. It’s no longer news that all the gutters has been loaded with fathomless rubbishes, thereby negatively affecting our drainage systems seriously. As a concerned social analyst, I can recollect vividly that I’ve often times spoken on this societal eyesore.
Frankly, I want to state unequivocally that, for a wholly decent and charming environment to be obtained in Imo state in respect to environmental sanitary, or for the aforementioned anomaly to be adequately addressed by the government, both human and non-human faces are required, and all hands must as well be on deck.
Firstly, the government in collaboration with the relevant existing Non-governmental Organizations in the state should from time to time organize seminars, workshops, and what have you, to properly educate and re-orientate the occupants of the state on their respective civic responsibilities in the area of environmental sanitation. The religious institutions should not be left out with regard to the proposed sensitization exercise. The print and electronic media ought to also be used to actualize this motive.
Secondly, I urge the Ministry of Environment to ensure that waste bins are situated at all strategic locations across the state. In other words, no area or locality should be exempted or ostracized while this routine is being carried out. In line with this, a formidable ad-hoc committee must be set up to guarantee thoroughness of the project/initiative.
Thirdly, a mobile Task Force group ought to be set up by the government. The group is expected to monitor every nook and cranny of the state on a daily basis and in every second, to ensure that the commuters and pedestrians adhere strictly to the environmental instruction by making adequate use of the various waste bins mounted at the strategic points after emptying any canned, bottled, packaged or sachet drink/food. Such concernment would be wise and ideal to be signed into law by the State Legislative organ. Therefore, the members of the task force must always endeavour to wear a non-human face while implementing the proposed law; most importantly, they must be thoroughly sincere and transparent. In this regard, anyone caught defaulting the law must be instantly tried by a mobile court, which would be established at every major junction in the state; and if found guilty, must be subjected to a capital punishment. In addition, any moving vehicle would be mandated to have a small waste bin where its passengers can discard any waste material, to avoid any embarrassment from the task force.
Lastly, but not the least, the government must ensure that, the usual but defunct monthly environmental sanitation exercise in the state is reinitiated. And this time, it must be whole and compulsory. When I say “whole”, I mean ensuring that it’s being observed by all localities in the state, whilst “compulsory” implies that everyone regardless of age or status must participate. I also urge the state legislators to sign the practice into an impeccable law, therefore, must ensure that it is duly enforced. On this note, a committee is also expected to be inaugurated by the executive arm to see to the effectiveness of the practice; and the committee must also wear a non-human face in carrying out this official assignment. Thus, anyone caught abusing the directive by the committee must be brought to book with no iota of delay.
Believe me, if all these are properly put in place, in no distant time, Imo state would be a place to reckon with in regard to conducive and accommodating environmental condition.
But, the people involved must wake up from slumber by bearing in mind that, such act is barbaric, uncultured and uncalled for. We should endeavour to deliver ourselves instead of waiting for others to do so on our behalf.
The above mentioned and treated syndrome is a national issue that requires an urgent and cogent measure that must be implemented in earnest by the respective affected states. Don’t forget; “Cleanliness is next to godliness”, and “A healthy nation is a wealthy nation.” Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Monday, 24 February 2014
Leadership And Its Inevitable Challenges
LEADERSHIP AND ITS INEVITABLE CHALLENGES
Brethren, frankly the inconveniences I personally encountered during my last trip to Calabar in Cross River State was solely my fault. Honestly I learnt a lot of lessons in respect to what transpired that fateful day. Though, I’m not willing to disclose the real nature of the anomaly, but the experience implies that, most of the inconveniences we come across on a daily basis are due to our mistakes.
Of course it’s no longer news that, mistakes are inevitable. In other words, apparently we will continue to witness inconveniences as long as we breathe. Please don’t get me wrong; what I’m saying in essence is that, some harmful challenges we encounter in our respective lives or endeavours are simply unavoidable. I’m just appraising facts.
Come to think of it; who says he’s beyond a mistake? Sincerely I want to use this avenue to unequivocally inform you that, no one who breathes lacks a mistake. We’re all victims to mistakes sometimes, someday, or even every day, irrespective of our statuses or backgrounds. Thus, we must continue to face challenges provided we still inhale air.
Lest I forget; penultimate week, Tuesday precisely, I overhead a certain young man in my neighbourhood lamenting over a certain scenario which had to do with the correction he received from a senior colleague in his place of work. According to him, the colleague told him that he made a mistake in a proposal he submitted for approval. The said neighbour made it clear before his listeners that, he could never make a mistake in his life, stating that, his colleague was just trying to intimidate him thereby making him feel inferior. Imagine how far people can attend while bragging, or whenever they are being corrected.
Well, our topic remains, “Leadership and its inevitable challenges”. Concisely, according to the context of this edition, leadership is the state of being in control of a certain group or organization.
The prime essence of this piece is to remind us of some of the qualities a leader is expected to exhibit regardless of the nature or status of the organization he/she leads.
First and foremost, any leader is expected by his/her subjects or colleagues to be God-fearing. Believe me, apart from a leader, any God-fearing individual cannot think of lying, cheating, stealing, or hating anyone no matter the circumstances surrounding him/her.
Secondly, every leader must have a forgiving heart. He must be willing to forgive anyone who must have hurt him, especially those who cheated him while he was aspiring/contesting for the position.
Thirdly, anyone who calls himself a leader must be tolerant. A tolerant person absorbs any opinion from his colleagues or subjects without minding the nature of the opinion. Therefore, any leader must be willing to accept criticism, either constructive or destructive.
Fourthly, any leader must be courageous. Yes, a leader is expected to wear a bold skin, so that, no circumstances can break him/her. A leader must be ready to withstand any pressure or tension at all times.
Fifthly, every leader is expected to be very observant. He/she must be sensitive enough to know and comprehend every bit of what’s happening around him/her.
More so, any leader must be very careful and conscious. He must mind the kind of action he takes, and must always bite his tongue before he speaks. He must always consider and as well reconsider the consequences of any action he intends to take. He must beware of nemesis or repercussion; he should consistently have it in mind that, whatever goes around will surely come around directly, not indirectly. Yes, the evil that men do live with them, not after them as it’s popularly cited. Carefulness is a very worthwhile virtue in any leadership stride. Let’s ride on!
Inter alia, a leader must have a listening ear. He ought to be willing to gather opinions and information as much as possible. He should never create any limit as regards listening to people’s opinions or complaints.
Anyone who sees himself as a leader must be transparent. He must invariably endeavour to run an open-door policy. He must from time to time disclose to his subjects what his administration has done so far and as well seek direction from anyone. On this note, he must be accountable; accountability ought to remain his watchword.
Above all, every leader is expected to wear a human face in every occasion he finds himself, even if the tempo of the antagonisms from the opposition is extremely high. Needless to say that, a leader is expected to carry everyone along regardless of where the member is coming from. In addition, a leader is expected to be liberal, magnanimous, and generous, but he ought to be strict. Mind you; there is a dichotomy between strictness and wickedness, or lack of magnanimity. Surely, strictness is a welcome idiosyncrasy. Please, meet me for further explanation so you won’t go astray in your presumption.
Lastly, but not the least, any leader must be humble; humility should remain his motto at all costs. He must always turn his back on arrogance. Therefore, he must always be ready to welcome corrections due to his mistakes. Believe me, arrogance which often leads to bragging constantly brings or contributes to the downfall of any man, knowingly or unknowingly. I also want to let you know that, there’s a contrast between pride (ego) and arrogance; pride is worthwhile. To be frank, one without pride is worthless. So beware! Please, kindly mail me for details.
Having noted the qualities of a leader or any leadership that are worthy of emulation, we must also note that, there’re some certain inevitable challenges that invariably accompany any leadership, be it social, political, religious, or what have you. These are: criticism, antagonism, fanaticism, extremism, hypocrisy, sycophancy, death, envy, and human insatiable nature.
Criticism must surface in any administration; it’s as old as the world. Don’t forget that, a criticism may be constructive or destructive. Whatever the case might be, a leader must be willing and ready to accommodate any criticism. Mind you, constructive criticisms are worthwhile!
Also, antagonism or envy are always witness in any leadership. The gesture is mostly exhibited by those who wish to occupy the position of the present leader, and they’re often tagged “the opposition”.
Fanaticism or extremism are not left out; they can be showcased by any member of the administration or any of the subjects. It has to do with what one’s individual self strongly believes in. Thus, he/she would continue to stick to that ideology thereby constituting an unfavourable and unhealthy circumstance to the administration. Surely, any leader must be ready to encounter such attributes.
Hypocrisy or sycophancy are other gestures a leader must receive from members of his/her administration or any of his subjects. Most grievously, sometimes people/someone may impersonate the leader in order to gain favour or obtain their selfish wants, at the expense of the healthiness of the administration.
Furthermore, due to human insatiable nature, most of the accomplishments of a certain leader may not be appreciated by some/most of his subjects. Suffice to say; to the sight of those in question, the leader hasn’t done anything yet to their delight. This is a challenge every leader must be prepared to experience because it’s also inevitable.
Above all, death is a grievous experience that often seem to cripple any administration; whenever it occurs, it appears as if the leadership cannot function properly again. For instance, a staunch and reliable member of a certain administration may kick the bucket when his/her services or opinions are mostly needed. Such anomaly will definitely weigh the leader down, thereby crippling his/her administration. We must all know that death is inevitable, therefore, must always be willing to accept its hurt or the vacuum it might create. Even if one dies as a leader, there must be a substitute; this is a bitter fact we must all bear in mind.
At this juncture, I urge every leader, including the potential ones, to acknowledge the fact that he/she remains the Moses of the organization he leads. Thus, must bear in mind that, he must surely lead them to the promise-land. Any result less than this would be seen as an aberration.
Don’t forget, mistakes made by a leader are often the sole cause of the challenges mentioned above. Though mistakes are inevitable, but mind you, the level of mistakes made by someone can be controlled or minimized if only he becomes extremely careful. Therefore, carefulness summarizes everything.
Meanwhile, challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes it meaningful. Think about it!
_______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, frankly the inconveniences I personally encountered during my last trip to Calabar in Cross River State was solely my fault. Honestly I learnt a lot of lessons in respect to what transpired that fateful day. Though, I’m not willing to disclose the real nature of the anomaly, but the experience implies that, most of the inconveniences we come across on a daily basis are due to our mistakes.
Of course it’s no longer news that, mistakes are inevitable. In other words, apparently we will continue to witness inconveniences as long as we breathe. Please don’t get me wrong; what I’m saying in essence is that, some harmful challenges we encounter in our respective lives or endeavours are simply unavoidable. I’m just appraising facts.
Come to think of it; who says he’s beyond a mistake? Sincerely I want to use this avenue to unequivocally inform you that, no one who breathes lacks a mistake. We’re all victims to mistakes sometimes, someday, or even every day, irrespective of our statuses or backgrounds. Thus, we must continue to face challenges provided we still inhale air.
Lest I forget; penultimate week, Tuesday precisely, I overhead a certain young man in my neighbourhood lamenting over a certain scenario which had to do with the correction he received from a senior colleague in his place of work. According to him, the colleague told him that he made a mistake in a proposal he submitted for approval. The said neighbour made it clear before his listeners that, he could never make a mistake in his life, stating that, his colleague was just trying to intimidate him thereby making him feel inferior. Imagine how far people can attend while bragging, or whenever they are being corrected.
Well, our topic remains, “Leadership and its inevitable challenges”. Concisely, according to the context of this edition, leadership is the state of being in control of a certain group or organization.
The prime essence of this piece is to remind us of some of the qualities a leader is expected to exhibit regardless of the nature or status of the organization he/she leads.
First and foremost, any leader is expected by his/her subjects or colleagues to be God-fearing. Believe me, apart from a leader, any God-fearing individual cannot think of lying, cheating, stealing, or hating anyone no matter the circumstances surrounding him/her.
Secondly, every leader must have a forgiving heart. He must be willing to forgive anyone who must have hurt him, especially those who cheated him while he was aspiring/contesting for the position.
Thirdly, anyone who calls himself a leader must be tolerant. A tolerant person absorbs any opinion from his colleagues or subjects without minding the nature of the opinion. Therefore, any leader must be willing to accept criticism, either constructive or destructive.
Fourthly, any leader must be courageous. Yes, a leader is expected to wear a bold skin, so that, no circumstances can break him/her. A leader must be ready to withstand any pressure or tension at all times.
Fifthly, every leader is expected to be very observant. He/she must be sensitive enough to know and comprehend every bit of what’s happening around him/her.
More so, any leader must be very careful and conscious. He must mind the kind of action he takes, and must always bite his tongue before he speaks. He must always consider and as well reconsider the consequences of any action he intends to take. He must beware of nemesis or repercussion; he should consistently have it in mind that, whatever goes around will surely come around directly, not indirectly. Yes, the evil that men do live with them, not after them as it’s popularly cited. Carefulness is a very worthwhile virtue in any leadership stride. Let’s ride on!
Inter alia, a leader must have a listening ear. He ought to be willing to gather opinions and information as much as possible. He should never create any limit as regards listening to people’s opinions or complaints.
Anyone who sees himself as a leader must be transparent. He must invariably endeavour to run an open-door policy. He must from time to time disclose to his subjects what his administration has done so far and as well seek direction from anyone. On this note, he must be accountable; accountability ought to remain his watchword.
Above all, every leader is expected to wear a human face in every occasion he finds himself, even if the tempo of the antagonisms from the opposition is extremely high. Needless to say that, a leader is expected to carry everyone along regardless of where the member is coming from. In addition, a leader is expected to be liberal, magnanimous, and generous, but he ought to be strict. Mind you; there is a dichotomy between strictness and wickedness, or lack of magnanimity. Surely, strictness is a welcome idiosyncrasy. Please, meet me for further explanation so you won’t go astray in your presumption.
Lastly, but not the least, any leader must be humble; humility should remain his motto at all costs. He must always turn his back on arrogance. Therefore, he must always be ready to welcome corrections due to his mistakes. Believe me, arrogance which often leads to bragging constantly brings or contributes to the downfall of any man, knowingly or unknowingly. I also want to let you know that, there’s a contrast between pride (ego) and arrogance; pride is worthwhile. To be frank, one without pride is worthless. So beware! Please, kindly mail me for details.
Having noted the qualities of a leader or any leadership that are worthy of emulation, we must also note that, there’re some certain inevitable challenges that invariably accompany any leadership, be it social, political, religious, or what have you. These are: criticism, antagonism, fanaticism, extremism, hypocrisy, sycophancy, death, envy, and human insatiable nature.
Criticism must surface in any administration; it’s as old as the world. Don’t forget that, a criticism may be constructive or destructive. Whatever the case might be, a leader must be willing and ready to accommodate any criticism. Mind you, constructive criticisms are worthwhile!
Also, antagonism or envy are always witness in any leadership. The gesture is mostly exhibited by those who wish to occupy the position of the present leader, and they’re often tagged “the opposition”.
Fanaticism or extremism are not left out; they can be showcased by any member of the administration or any of the subjects. It has to do with what one’s individual self strongly believes in. Thus, he/she would continue to stick to that ideology thereby constituting an unfavourable and unhealthy circumstance to the administration. Surely, any leader must be ready to encounter such attributes.
Hypocrisy or sycophancy are other gestures a leader must receive from members of his/her administration or any of his subjects. Most grievously, sometimes people/someone may impersonate the leader in order to gain favour or obtain their selfish wants, at the expense of the healthiness of the administration.
Furthermore, due to human insatiable nature, most of the accomplishments of a certain leader may not be appreciated by some/most of his subjects. Suffice to say; to the sight of those in question, the leader hasn’t done anything yet to their delight. This is a challenge every leader must be prepared to experience because it’s also inevitable.
Above all, death is a grievous experience that often seem to cripple any administration; whenever it occurs, it appears as if the leadership cannot function properly again. For instance, a staunch and reliable member of a certain administration may kick the bucket when his/her services or opinions are mostly needed. Such anomaly will definitely weigh the leader down, thereby crippling his/her administration. We must all know that death is inevitable, therefore, must always be willing to accept its hurt or the vacuum it might create. Even if one dies as a leader, there must be a substitute; this is a bitter fact we must all bear in mind.
At this juncture, I urge every leader, including the potential ones, to acknowledge the fact that he/she remains the Moses of the organization he leads. Thus, must bear in mind that, he must surely lead them to the promise-land. Any result less than this would be seen as an aberration.
Don’t forget, mistakes made by a leader are often the sole cause of the challenges mentioned above. Though mistakes are inevitable, but mind you, the level of mistakes made by someone can be controlled or minimized if only he becomes extremely careful. Therefore, carefulness summarizes everything.
Meanwhile, challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes it meaningful. Think about it!
_______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Farewell Note To The Outgone Imo State Police Commissioner
MY FAREWELL NOTE TO THE OUTGONE IMO STATE POLICE COMMISSIONER
Brethren, I want to use this avenue to candidly disabuse you of the belief that, any child born with a ‘silver spoon’ can attain to his/her desired height regardless of the level of effort involved. Let me quickly use this wonderful opportunity to remind you of my usual citation which states that, any child is a product of nature and nurture. Believe me, I grew up to train myself with such belief; and it’s a fancy fact.
Let me throw more light on what I mean by a child being a product of ‘nature and nurture’. Considering nature; you would bear me witness that, any child is formed, born and sustained by the sole effort of nature. On the other hand; for any born child to be a useful member of the family he/she hails from, he must had been well nurtured by the family in question. In other words, a child can never be useful to either his family or society without passing through a thorough and severe nurture by his/her parents or guardian.
I wish to put up a brief question at this juncture. And the question is; have you ever for once dreamt of seeing your junior colleague or your younger one at home chasing you for the sole purpose of intimidating you? Such manner of dream is not unconnected to witnessing a scene whereby the Secretary of a certain club/society presides over the club’s meeting right in the presence of the president of the said club. Believe me, anyone in his right senses who witnesses such dream or scenario must be bemused thereby embracing a state of incapacity. Nevertheless, pardon me for I’ve digressed.
Few weeks ago, during my last trip to Enugu State for a business transaction, as soon as I switched on my radio set for the news of the day, I was informed that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Abubakar had ordered the redeployment, with immediate effect, of eighteen (18) Police Commissioners to various Commands and Formations of the Force across the federation. On receiving the striking news, I quickly picked up my phone and dialed the phone number of one of my fellow Imo State based Social activists to ascertain if the state in question was affected. Shockingly, the crusader told me that Imo State was one of the affected states. Honestly, I abruptly became devastated and incapacitated by the mode of the message. Truly, the information took my person to a state of incapacity. In fact, the news was really a shocker.
As an Imo State based Crime/Social analyst, I’m in a good and better position to inform you that the outgoing Imo State Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Musa Katsina, has recorded tremendous achievements in the history of the state in the area of security or Protection of lives and property. Suffice to say that, the pronouncement of his redeployment from the state wasn’t just a shocker to my person, but to the state at large. The 637 autonomous communities in the state would testify to this fact.
Without mincing words, prior to the inception of duty of the outgoing Police Commissioner, the crime rate in Imo State was unquantifiable; a condition that kept the entire occupants of the State in a state of imbroglio. Even the blind could see as at then that, Imo was right in the hands of our enemies. Let’s ride on!
Since the stay of the outgoing CP and his entire team in Imo State, it has been as if God has finally answered the prayers of the occupants of the state in its entirety, as regards security. Everyone has been sleeping with his/her eyes well closed, unlike as it was in the past. Inter alia, it was only during his time/administration, that I understood fully, the real meaning and essence of Community Policing; every nook and cranny of the state has been totally under control till date. Needless to say; the outgoing Police boss was not just a ‘silencer’, but a God-sent.
I also want to use this medium to appreciate the pleasant Governor of the great State, Chief Rochas Okorocha, for his vigorous mission to see that the crime rate in the state is reduced to the barest minimum; I can’t thank him enough.
I sincerely want to inform the entire Imolites that, CP Mohammed Katsina came to nurture the security structure of the gigantic state (Imo) which was founded by nature itself. This was the only reason we were able to attain the present desired and anticipated height. My prayer remains that, his successor would work more effectively and efficiently to see that Imo got to its Promise-land.
My impeccable outgoing CP Sir, we all pray that as you leave Imo for a tougher and more challenging concernment ahead, God in His infinite mercy would continue to guide and guard you till you arrive at the peak of your service. I want to rightly inform you that, the entire members of Imo Fans Fortress (IMOFAF) – an NGO that fosters unionism among all Imo State occupants, which Comr. Fred Nwaozor is the Leader, is deeply pleased by the potent and selfless service you rendered to the ‘Eastern Heartland’. But, when shall Imo receive your warm handshake or see your enticing and charming face again? A question I would love you to answer without hesitation.
My fellow Imolites, truly Imo was born with a silver spoon, but insecurity and societal social-vices in the state has become a thing of the past due to the unending nurture granted to it by the outgoing Police boss and his team in general with the support and willingness of the Governor of the state, by the special grace of the Almighty. Think about it!
_____________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, I want to use this avenue to candidly disabuse you of the belief that, any child born with a ‘silver spoon’ can attain to his/her desired height regardless of the level of effort involved. Let me quickly use this wonderful opportunity to remind you of my usual citation which states that, any child is a product of nature and nurture. Believe me, I grew up to train myself with such belief; and it’s a fancy fact.
Let me throw more light on what I mean by a child being a product of ‘nature and nurture’. Considering nature; you would bear me witness that, any child is formed, born and sustained by the sole effort of nature. On the other hand; for any born child to be a useful member of the family he/she hails from, he must had been well nurtured by the family in question. In other words, a child can never be useful to either his family or society without passing through a thorough and severe nurture by his/her parents or guardian.
I wish to put up a brief question at this juncture. And the question is; have you ever for once dreamt of seeing your junior colleague or your younger one at home chasing you for the sole purpose of intimidating you? Such manner of dream is not unconnected to witnessing a scene whereby the Secretary of a certain club/society presides over the club’s meeting right in the presence of the president of the said club. Believe me, anyone in his right senses who witnesses such dream or scenario must be bemused thereby embracing a state of incapacity. Nevertheless, pardon me for I’ve digressed.
Few weeks ago, during my last trip to Enugu State for a business transaction, as soon as I switched on my radio set for the news of the day, I was informed that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Abubakar had ordered the redeployment, with immediate effect, of eighteen (18) Police Commissioners to various Commands and Formations of the Force across the federation. On receiving the striking news, I quickly picked up my phone and dialed the phone number of one of my fellow Imo State based Social activists to ascertain if the state in question was affected. Shockingly, the crusader told me that Imo State was one of the affected states. Honestly, I abruptly became devastated and incapacitated by the mode of the message. Truly, the information took my person to a state of incapacity. In fact, the news was really a shocker.
As an Imo State based Crime/Social analyst, I’m in a good and better position to inform you that the outgoing Imo State Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Musa Katsina, has recorded tremendous achievements in the history of the state in the area of security or Protection of lives and property. Suffice to say that, the pronouncement of his redeployment from the state wasn’t just a shocker to my person, but to the state at large. The 637 autonomous communities in the state would testify to this fact.
Without mincing words, prior to the inception of duty of the outgoing Police Commissioner, the crime rate in Imo State was unquantifiable; a condition that kept the entire occupants of the State in a state of imbroglio. Even the blind could see as at then that, Imo was right in the hands of our enemies. Let’s ride on!
Since the stay of the outgoing CP and his entire team in Imo State, it has been as if God has finally answered the prayers of the occupants of the state in its entirety, as regards security. Everyone has been sleeping with his/her eyes well closed, unlike as it was in the past. Inter alia, it was only during his time/administration, that I understood fully, the real meaning and essence of Community Policing; every nook and cranny of the state has been totally under control till date. Needless to say; the outgoing Police boss was not just a ‘silencer’, but a God-sent.
I also want to use this medium to appreciate the pleasant Governor of the great State, Chief Rochas Okorocha, for his vigorous mission to see that the crime rate in the state is reduced to the barest minimum; I can’t thank him enough.
I sincerely want to inform the entire Imolites that, CP Mohammed Katsina came to nurture the security structure of the gigantic state (Imo) which was founded by nature itself. This was the only reason we were able to attain the present desired and anticipated height. My prayer remains that, his successor would work more effectively and efficiently to see that Imo got to its Promise-land.
My impeccable outgoing CP Sir, we all pray that as you leave Imo for a tougher and more challenging concernment ahead, God in His infinite mercy would continue to guide and guard you till you arrive at the peak of your service. I want to rightly inform you that, the entire members of Imo Fans Fortress (IMOFAF) – an NGO that fosters unionism among all Imo State occupants, which Comr. Fred Nwaozor is the Leader, is deeply pleased by the potent and selfless service you rendered to the ‘Eastern Heartland’. But, when shall Imo receive your warm handshake or see your enticing and charming face again? A question I would love you to answer without hesitation.
My fellow Imolites, truly Imo was born with a silver spoon, but insecurity and societal social-vices in the state has become a thing of the past due to the unending nurture granted to it by the outgoing Police boss and his team in general with the support and willingness of the Governor of the state, by the special grace of the Almighty. Think about it!
_____________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Nigeria, INEC And the Elections in Anticipation
NIGERIA, INEC AND THE ELECTIONS IN ANTICIPATION
Brethren, it’s popularly cited that ‘It’s better late than never’. Believe me, most of us are yet to know the prime essence of that citation. For some of us who knows the essence or significance of the famous quotation, how would you throw more light on it if you were asked to do so?
As for me; ‘it’s better late than never’ simply means that, it is better one comes late to an event than being marked absent. In other words, it means, it’s better you’re being known by your colleagues as a latecomer than being recognized as a regular absentee. You can tweet me at ‘fdnnwaozor’ for further clarification. Please, pardon my preamble; I just decided to commence with such analysis. But as we proceed, you will acknowledge its relevance.
Barely three nights ago, February 7 precisely – at exactly eleven O’clock, I was faced with a serious and thorough meditation as regards the present state of the Nigerian society in respect to her socio-political sector. At the end of the said meditation, I concluded that one thing was missing in Nigeria’s polity in its entirety, and that had been the root of our collective plight. And till date, that thing is still missing. Without mincing words, that “thing” remains sincerity coupled with transparency. Please I’m just thinking aloud; therefore, I’m humbly letting out my opinion which can be countered by any interested person. If you have any contrary view, kindly drop it on my official Facebook page, http://facebook.com/fred4nwaozor.
For crying out loud, Nigeria is of age. Fifty three years is neither fifty-three days nor fifty-three weeks. It beats my psyche to realize that most Nigerians are yet to know that Nigeria is truly of age, going by the manner they treat the country in question. Most pathetically, they’ve turned the ‘giant of Africa’ to a thing of mockery. Isn’t it wickedness? Well, still thinking aloud; though sooner or later, I would be communicating loudly.
The fancy fact remains that, Nigeria has been abused greatly by her subjects. How can we be repeating just one issue, which is corruption, on a daily basis; does it implies that, we don’t know the actual remedy to put such cankerworm to stop? As far as I’m concerned, this is simply insincerity. Let’s ride on!
Just few days ago, the House of Representatives suspended the consideration of the national budget due to non compliance of the Fiscal Responsibility Acts. And my singular question is; how can such vital and critical aspect of the budget be missing or incomplete in spite of the fact that, budget approval by the National Assembly remains an annual ritual? Very soon the first quarter of this year (2014) would round off, still the budget for the said year is yet to be approved. Who is deceiving who? Still thinking aloud; or, if you wish to answer it, you can kindly forward your response to my innocent e-mail address.
Furthermore, the polity has been filled with enormous uproar in regard to the forthcoming elections. The funniest part is that, lately, even the ‘touts’ have been speaking as if they own this country. The aforementioned pandemonium has abruptly become ubiquitous, which implies that, no one is safe if we decide to remain mere onlookers as the days unfold.
It’s no longer news that, the national Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Atahiru Jega, has announced to the public recently that, he wouldn’t guarantee perfect elections in Nigeria come 2015. How can the boss of a committee in charge of a certain concernment be exercising skepticism as regards actualization of perfection? We universally know that no one has ever attained perfection, but still, we all struggle to attain the perfect line on a daily basis. On this note; even if one embraces some elements of doubt towards attaining perfection, courtesy demands that, such vision or feeling shouldn’t be disclosed to his/her fans or well wishers because such disclosure might warrant unquantifiable panic among the people in question. But on a second thought, why must one exercise doubt towards arriving at the peak; isn’t it despair?
At this juncture, I urge each of everyone of us to search our respective consciences because, I’m of the view that we’ve all derailed tremendously. Mind you, it’s better late than never.
I can’t see how someone born with silver spoon could be dinning with rotten one even as a grown-up. Isn’t it absurd? Think about it!
______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, it’s popularly cited that ‘It’s better late than never’. Believe me, most of us are yet to know the prime essence of that citation. For some of us who knows the essence or significance of the famous quotation, how would you throw more light on it if you were asked to do so?
As for me; ‘it’s better late than never’ simply means that, it is better one comes late to an event than being marked absent. In other words, it means, it’s better you’re being known by your colleagues as a latecomer than being recognized as a regular absentee. You can tweet me at ‘fdnnwaozor’ for further clarification. Please, pardon my preamble; I just decided to commence with such analysis. But as we proceed, you will acknowledge its relevance.
Barely three nights ago, February 7 precisely – at exactly eleven O’clock, I was faced with a serious and thorough meditation as regards the present state of the Nigerian society in respect to her socio-political sector. At the end of the said meditation, I concluded that one thing was missing in Nigeria’s polity in its entirety, and that had been the root of our collective plight. And till date, that thing is still missing. Without mincing words, that “thing” remains sincerity coupled with transparency. Please I’m just thinking aloud; therefore, I’m humbly letting out my opinion which can be countered by any interested person. If you have any contrary view, kindly drop it on my official Facebook page, http://facebook.com/fred4nwaozor.
For crying out loud, Nigeria is of age. Fifty three years is neither fifty-three days nor fifty-three weeks. It beats my psyche to realize that most Nigerians are yet to know that Nigeria is truly of age, going by the manner they treat the country in question. Most pathetically, they’ve turned the ‘giant of Africa’ to a thing of mockery. Isn’t it wickedness? Well, still thinking aloud; though sooner or later, I would be communicating loudly.
The fancy fact remains that, Nigeria has been abused greatly by her subjects. How can we be repeating just one issue, which is corruption, on a daily basis; does it implies that, we don’t know the actual remedy to put such cankerworm to stop? As far as I’m concerned, this is simply insincerity. Let’s ride on!
Just few days ago, the House of Representatives suspended the consideration of the national budget due to non compliance of the Fiscal Responsibility Acts. And my singular question is; how can such vital and critical aspect of the budget be missing or incomplete in spite of the fact that, budget approval by the National Assembly remains an annual ritual? Very soon the first quarter of this year (2014) would round off, still the budget for the said year is yet to be approved. Who is deceiving who? Still thinking aloud; or, if you wish to answer it, you can kindly forward your response to my innocent e-mail address.
Furthermore, the polity has been filled with enormous uproar in regard to the forthcoming elections. The funniest part is that, lately, even the ‘touts’ have been speaking as if they own this country. The aforementioned pandemonium has abruptly become ubiquitous, which implies that, no one is safe if we decide to remain mere onlookers as the days unfold.
It’s no longer news that, the national Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Atahiru Jega, has announced to the public recently that, he wouldn’t guarantee perfect elections in Nigeria come 2015. How can the boss of a committee in charge of a certain concernment be exercising skepticism as regards actualization of perfection? We universally know that no one has ever attained perfection, but still, we all struggle to attain the perfect line on a daily basis. On this note; even if one embraces some elements of doubt towards attaining perfection, courtesy demands that, such vision or feeling shouldn’t be disclosed to his/her fans or well wishers because such disclosure might warrant unquantifiable panic among the people in question. But on a second thought, why must one exercise doubt towards arriving at the peak; isn’t it despair?
At this juncture, I urge each of everyone of us to search our respective consciences because, I’m of the view that we’ve all derailed tremendously. Mind you, it’s better late than never.
I can’t see how someone born with silver spoon could be dinning with rotten one even as a grown-up. Isn’t it absurd? Think about it!
______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
The Dawn of a New Era in Oru East LGA
THE DAWN OF ANOTHER ERA IN ORU EAST LGA: MY CANDID NOTE TO THE TC-CHAIRMAN
Brethren, today is truly bright or would I say, it’s grinning at us. Having noted the worthwhile countenance of this day, apparently, throughout today would yield a thing of joy. Thus, we’re indeed convinced that, nature has once again ushered us into another joyous day.
Personally, each time I wake up from my long-lasted night slumber, I usually ask myself a certain question which may seem peculiar to you all. A question that remains constant and consistent to my entire person. And the question is, “How would my name sound to my people today?” When I say ‘my people’, I mean all those who have been by my side, which includes my friends, fans, relatives, well-wishers, colleagues (associates), and as well my kinsmen.
Penultimate month, January 2 to be precise, I was opportune to dine with my old time friends from different walks of life, at Owerri metropolis. In the midst of the pleasant conversation, one of us raised a point in respect to the present Nigerian political system. Conclusively, we unanimously agreed that, politics has abruptly become a “business venture” to most Nigerian politicians. But at last, I succeeded in convincing them that there’s a way forward to such ugly scenario; though time and space may not permit me to disclose the candid opinion I submitted to that assembly (forum) which was made-up of fully learned men and women from different parts of Imo State.
Please, kindly pardon the digression, though it was consequential and relevant because, any work or piece without a preamble (preface) or prologue as the case may be, might not be comprehensible to the entire audience or observers. My paramount desire in anything I say or do is to ensure that everyone understands my language or footstep respectively. Let’s ride on!
On Thursday January 23 - 2014, a remarkable history was recorded in Oru East Local Government Area (LGA). It was the day a new Transition Committee (TC) Chairman was inaugurated for the said LGA, alongside other LGAs in Imo State, by the Governor of the State, Chief Rochas Okorocha. An inauguration that was long awaited by the entire people of Oru East due to the implicit respect they have for the appointee, Barr. Obinna Augustus Amagwula.
No doubt, a tangible history was made on that fateful day the aforementioned Barrister was sworn in. This singular opinion was due to several conclusions I’ve arrived at; from my sole observation, Hon. Amagwula is a practicing Lawyer par Excellence, an exuberant and competent youth, a gentleman to the core, and one who hails from a parental background of no questionable character. As a bona-fide indigene of Oru-East, Awo-Omamma precisely which the person in question also hails from, I’m in a good and better position to observe every bit of his person or image.
Hon. Amagwula Addressing His People After His Inauguration
Of course with no atom of skepticism, a young man who single-handedly cited the “Imo Anthem” to his people’s delight during the occasion of his assumption of office at the Council headquarters – Omuma on Monday 27th January – 2014, deserves to be addressed as an ‘exuberant and competent’ youth. I also want to bring to your notice that Hon. Amagwula who’s the Chairman of the Coalition of Imo State Lawyers based in Abuja, was a member of the Counsel that brought the recent victory to the eminent Governor of Imo State at the Apex Court, by the special grace of the Almighty. In the same vein, he has been crowned by his people as the youngest serving TC – Chairman in the whole of Imo State. And if properly checked, he ought to be one of the youngest Council Chairmen, if not the youngest, that has ever been produced in Imo State. These and more are some of the reasons the people of Oru East see him as the right person that can deliver the Council or that would lead the Council to its desired promise-land. Suffice to say that, they’ve tagged him as the “Moses” of their time. No wonder, the overall members of Oru Youths Platform (OYOPLA), an umbrella body for all the youths in Oru Ancient Kingdom - which comprises of Oru East/West LGAs, addressed the recognition as “Placing a round peg in a round hole”. Mind you, I’m not eulogizing anyone here; frankly I’m just earning my view based on my observation as a concerned social analyst.
At this juncture, I wish to unequivocally use this avenue to submit my candid note (advice) to my newly inaugurated TC – Chairman, Hon. Barr. Obinna Amagwula, if truly he wants his administration to yield the best so far. The proposed advice is also applicable to other TC – Chairmen in Imo State.
First and foremost, I urge him to be a forgiving leader. He should be willing to forgive people at all times; most especially, those whom must have wronged him at the long-run. Thus, he ought to endeavour to give everyone a sense of belonging.
Secondly, he should be very observant. He’s expected to know every bit of what’s happening in the Council in its entirety. Therefore, he must stretch out his tentacles to the lengths and breadths of all the six major towns comprising of ninety Autonomous Communities that make up the LGA. So, he’s expected to increase his level of sensitivity, but ought to pay less attention to inconsequential and trivial issues. Most importantly, he must beware of sycophants.
Thirdly, he ought to grant all his subjects a listening ear; most especially, members of his Transition Committee (TC). I urge him to carry everyone along, thus, must shun any iota of segregation. Listen to everything, but don’t utilize or make use of all.
Fourthly, I expect my Honourable Chairman to be tolerant at all occasions. Please Sir, welcome every advice or comment from the opposition, the elders, present and past leaders of the Council, your fellow youths; even the children or toddlers are not left out. Please keep your door widely open for criticisms because they must surely surface. Criticism, antagonism, sycophancy, rumour mongering and what have you, are natural; they’re as old as the world, if not older. Even Christ was criticized. Nevertheless, bear it in mind that constructive criticism is a worthwhile gesture; it enables any administration or government to grow adequately. Let’s proceed!
Fifthly, he should always be courageous. Never he embrace despair irrespective of the circumstance. Lately, I’ve come to realize that, despair is one of the grievous sins, if not the worst, in existence. So my dear brother and friend, do not allow any pressure or distraction becloud your reasoning faculty or sense of reasoning.
Inter alia, I sincerely urge him to be transparent. As a leader that is largely accepted by his people which is not unconnected to how the members of the Council turned out en masse on the day he assumed duty, he should invariably come closer to them, so that, they can easily access him. He ought to run an open door policy to enable his people know him too well. Be open to all; do not despise any person or group regardless of age, background or status. On this note, you should constantly and consistently call for an Assembly which must involved every member of the Council including the opposition. Such gesture would be an avenue where everybody would be expected to earn his/her view. You would also use the medium to inform them on what your administration has done so far, and the way forward.
Above all, he should often endeavour to wear a human face whenever he’s with his people or addressing any issue, no matter how sad or devastating the matter might be. Thus, I sincerely urge him to always control his emotions. In other words, let his emotions be under his control. I’m not a lawyer, but I wish to rest my case at this point. A word is enough for the wise.
My able and impeccable Chairman, I’m of the view that, if you wholly absorb the above note, Oru East LGA which has been known for years to be a byword for sycophancy and hypocrisy, would be an LGA to positively reckon with in near future. Honestly you require nothing but the best out of this concernment because this is just your stepping stone. Besides, you don’t deserve any honour such as “Second Best”; rather, what you deserve is “Second to None”.
Don’t forget; each time you wake up from sleep, endeavour to ask yourself, “how would my name sound to my people today?” Think about it, while I continue to pray for you, your administration and the entire Oru East!
_____________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, today is truly bright or would I say, it’s grinning at us. Having noted the worthwhile countenance of this day, apparently, throughout today would yield a thing of joy. Thus, we’re indeed convinced that, nature has once again ushered us into another joyous day.
Personally, each time I wake up from my long-lasted night slumber, I usually ask myself a certain question which may seem peculiar to you all. A question that remains constant and consistent to my entire person. And the question is, “How would my name sound to my people today?” When I say ‘my people’, I mean all those who have been by my side, which includes my friends, fans, relatives, well-wishers, colleagues (associates), and as well my kinsmen.
Penultimate month, January 2 to be precise, I was opportune to dine with my old time friends from different walks of life, at Owerri metropolis. In the midst of the pleasant conversation, one of us raised a point in respect to the present Nigerian political system. Conclusively, we unanimously agreed that, politics has abruptly become a “business venture” to most Nigerian politicians. But at last, I succeeded in convincing them that there’s a way forward to such ugly scenario; though time and space may not permit me to disclose the candid opinion I submitted to that assembly (forum) which was made-up of fully learned men and women from different parts of Imo State.
Please, kindly pardon the digression, though it was consequential and relevant because, any work or piece without a preamble (preface) or prologue as the case may be, might not be comprehensible to the entire audience or observers. My paramount desire in anything I say or do is to ensure that everyone understands my language or footstep respectively. Let’s ride on!
On Thursday January 23 - 2014, a remarkable history was recorded in Oru East Local Government Area (LGA). It was the day a new Transition Committee (TC) Chairman was inaugurated for the said LGA, alongside other LGAs in Imo State, by the Governor of the State, Chief Rochas Okorocha. An inauguration that was long awaited by the entire people of Oru East due to the implicit respect they have for the appointee, Barr. Obinna Augustus Amagwula.
No doubt, a tangible history was made on that fateful day the aforementioned Barrister was sworn in. This singular opinion was due to several conclusions I’ve arrived at; from my sole observation, Hon. Amagwula is a practicing Lawyer par Excellence, an exuberant and competent youth, a gentleman to the core, and one who hails from a parental background of no questionable character. As a bona-fide indigene of Oru-East, Awo-Omamma precisely which the person in question also hails from, I’m in a good and better position to observe every bit of his person or image.
Of course with no atom of skepticism, a young man who single-handedly cited the “Imo Anthem” to his people’s delight during the occasion of his assumption of office at the Council headquarters – Omuma on Monday 27th January – 2014, deserves to be addressed as an ‘exuberant and competent’ youth. I also want to bring to your notice that Hon. Amagwula who’s the Chairman of the Coalition of Imo State Lawyers based in Abuja, was a member of the Counsel that brought the recent victory to the eminent Governor of Imo State at the Apex Court, by the special grace of the Almighty. In the same vein, he has been crowned by his people as the youngest serving TC – Chairman in the whole of Imo State. And if properly checked, he ought to be one of the youngest Council Chairmen, if not the youngest, that has ever been produced in Imo State. These and more are some of the reasons the people of Oru East see him as the right person that can deliver the Council or that would lead the Council to its desired promise-land. Suffice to say that, they’ve tagged him as the “Moses” of their time. No wonder, the overall members of Oru Youths Platform (OYOPLA), an umbrella body for all the youths in Oru Ancient Kingdom - which comprises of Oru East/West LGAs, addressed the recognition as “Placing a round peg in a round hole”. Mind you, I’m not eulogizing anyone here; frankly I’m just earning my view based on my observation as a concerned social analyst.
At this juncture, I wish to unequivocally use this avenue to submit my candid note (advice) to my newly inaugurated TC – Chairman, Hon. Barr. Obinna Amagwula, if truly he wants his administration to yield the best so far. The proposed advice is also applicable to other TC – Chairmen in Imo State.
First and foremost, I urge him to be a forgiving leader. He should be willing to forgive people at all times; most especially, those whom must have wronged him at the long-run. Thus, he ought to endeavour to give everyone a sense of belonging.
Secondly, he should be very observant. He’s expected to know every bit of what’s happening in the Council in its entirety. Therefore, he must stretch out his tentacles to the lengths and breadths of all the six major towns comprising of ninety Autonomous Communities that make up the LGA. So, he’s expected to increase his level of sensitivity, but ought to pay less attention to inconsequential and trivial issues. Most importantly, he must beware of sycophants.
Thirdly, he ought to grant all his subjects a listening ear; most especially, members of his Transition Committee (TC). I urge him to carry everyone along, thus, must shun any iota of segregation. Listen to everything, but don’t utilize or make use of all.
Fourthly, I expect my Honourable Chairman to be tolerant at all occasions. Please Sir, welcome every advice or comment from the opposition, the elders, present and past leaders of the Council, your fellow youths; even the children or toddlers are not left out. Please keep your door widely open for criticisms because they must surely surface. Criticism, antagonism, sycophancy, rumour mongering and what have you, are natural; they’re as old as the world, if not older. Even Christ was criticized. Nevertheless, bear it in mind that constructive criticism is a worthwhile gesture; it enables any administration or government to grow adequately. Let’s proceed!
Fifthly, he should always be courageous. Never he embrace despair irrespective of the circumstance. Lately, I’ve come to realize that, despair is one of the grievous sins, if not the worst, in existence. So my dear brother and friend, do not allow any pressure or distraction becloud your reasoning faculty or sense of reasoning.
Inter alia, I sincerely urge him to be transparent. As a leader that is largely accepted by his people which is not unconnected to how the members of the Council turned out en masse on the day he assumed duty, he should invariably come closer to them, so that, they can easily access him. He ought to run an open door policy to enable his people know him too well. Be open to all; do not despise any person or group regardless of age, background or status. On this note, you should constantly and consistently call for an Assembly which must involved every member of the Council including the opposition. Such gesture would be an avenue where everybody would be expected to earn his/her view. You would also use the medium to inform them on what your administration has done so far, and the way forward.
Above all, he should often endeavour to wear a human face whenever he’s with his people or addressing any issue, no matter how sad or devastating the matter might be. Thus, I sincerely urge him to always control his emotions. In other words, let his emotions be under his control. I’m not a lawyer, but I wish to rest my case at this point. A word is enough for the wise.
My able and impeccable Chairman, I’m of the view that, if you wholly absorb the above note, Oru East LGA which has been known for years to be a byword for sycophancy and hypocrisy, would be an LGA to positively reckon with in near future. Honestly you require nothing but the best out of this concernment because this is just your stepping stone. Besides, you don’t deserve any honour such as “Second Best”; rather, what you deserve is “Second to None”.
Don’t forget; each time you wake up from sleep, endeavour to ask yourself, “how would my name sound to my people today?” Think about it, while I continue to pray for you, your administration and the entire Oru East!
_____________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
African Leadership Tussle
NATURE OF LEADERSHIP TUSSLE IN AFRICAN SOCIETY
Brethren, I can’t seize to greet you or recognize your presence each time I stand on this podium; or, whenever I face this noble congregation. Because, no doubt without you, there wouldn’t be me. Needless to say that, I indeed love you all. Suffice to say; each time I remember you, I grin.
Last night, I unusually encountered a very horrible dream. I won’t disclose to you the real content of the said dream but the factual point remains that, the true nature of it was horrendous. Also, I won’t tell you whom the dream concerns or is related to. Maybe I’m trying to be discreet.
Lest I forget; whenever you have a nightmare, the first thing you must do as soon as you wake up is to search your conscience. Yes, at that point, you would be expected to ask yourself some certain vital questions. By thoroughly searching your conscience, you would ascertain if your person deserves the reality of the nightmare. Then having done that, the next thing you would do is to totally submit yourself to your creator. Only you knows whom you call or regard as your ‘creator’. Having submitted yourself to your creator, the last but not the least thing you must do is to ensure that you abstain completely from anything whatsoever that has the tendency of attracting the wrath of the nightmare. Thus, you must in subsequent time, be extremely careful and as well apply deep caution. But mind you; some nightmares are hallucinations. The treatment of such anomaly is related to psychotherapy rather than religious or physical means.
Few weeks ago, a friend who used to be my colleague called me on phone from Canada where he presently resides. Amazingly, instead of asking me of Nigeria in particular, he came up with the issue of Africa in its entirety. His first question after the usual exchange of pleasantry was, ‘How is Africa?’ To be frank, initially I expected him to commence with Imo State which I know he also hails from, but on the contrary, he derailed. Though I wouldn’t say he derailed because I’m of the view that, he was deeply touched and concerned over the issue of African polity in general. Honestly, if I were in his shoes, I would do same; or would I say, I would have ‘derailed’ too.
In respect to my friend’s enquiry, firstly I hurriedly informed him that the African society as a whole was still battling with her usual ‘bloody’ nature as regards leadership tussle. I further told him that, that of the recent time has been quite alarming and more bloodier, instead of being less due to the unfriendly experiences encountered in the past. Finally, I candidly disclosed to him that, we’re the cause of our plights because we’ve failed to embrace sincerity coupled with transparency. Let’s ride on!
Frankly, I unequivocally state that from my singular view, we Africans are the sole cause of the ongoing predicament that has been predominant in our polity. If not, how can someone in his/her ‘right senses’ continue to adore self-deceit, which I had earlier tagged as one of the most psychological problems being faced by mankind? Maybe you don’t seem to comprehend the above critique that might seem harsh; so, let me make the picture more clearer.
How can a person who rightly knows that ‘A’ is the sole answer to a given question continue ticking ‘B’ from the option provided regardless of the damages such lackadaisical attitude is bringing to his/her person? Isn’t it abnormal or sort of ‘mental disorder’? In other words, our problem is strictly psychological. Take it anywhere, and I shall prove it to you in a language you would understand easily.
It’s no longer news that, my parents hail from Africa, I was born in Africa, and presently I reside in Africa, Nigeria to be precise. Therefore, at my age and status, I’m in the right position to know fully the actual origin (genesis), features, and fate of the universal polity of the African society with regard to the nature of her ongoing leadership tussle.
Africa is a continent specially created and blessed with enormous human and natural resources. Inter alia, it’s blessed with various human and agricultural friendly atmospheric conditions. Still, it remains one of the most poorest continents across the globe, which is not unconnected to the manner in which the respective countries that constitute the continent elect their leaders. Though, I sincerely thank God that, in spite of the level of the decadence, her (African) subjects seem to remain hyper-exuberant and tireless.
Brethren, at this juncture I tell you, it’s high time for holistic deliverance. Yes we have collectively sinned greatly, thus, we must all rise for this long awaited thorough penance and psychological deliverance because this is the rightful and ripe time for it. Mind you, we might not be opportune to embrace a second chance. On this note, I say, Africa arise. Think about it!
______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, I can’t seize to greet you or recognize your presence each time I stand on this podium; or, whenever I face this noble congregation. Because, no doubt without you, there wouldn’t be me. Needless to say that, I indeed love you all. Suffice to say; each time I remember you, I grin.
Last night, I unusually encountered a very horrible dream. I won’t disclose to you the real content of the said dream but the factual point remains that, the true nature of it was horrendous. Also, I won’t tell you whom the dream concerns or is related to. Maybe I’m trying to be discreet.
Lest I forget; whenever you have a nightmare, the first thing you must do as soon as you wake up is to search your conscience. Yes, at that point, you would be expected to ask yourself some certain vital questions. By thoroughly searching your conscience, you would ascertain if your person deserves the reality of the nightmare. Then having done that, the next thing you would do is to totally submit yourself to your creator. Only you knows whom you call or regard as your ‘creator’. Having submitted yourself to your creator, the last but not the least thing you must do is to ensure that you abstain completely from anything whatsoever that has the tendency of attracting the wrath of the nightmare. Thus, you must in subsequent time, be extremely careful and as well apply deep caution. But mind you; some nightmares are hallucinations. The treatment of such anomaly is related to psychotherapy rather than religious or physical means.
Few weeks ago, a friend who used to be my colleague called me on phone from Canada where he presently resides. Amazingly, instead of asking me of Nigeria in particular, he came up with the issue of Africa in its entirety. His first question after the usual exchange of pleasantry was, ‘How is Africa?’ To be frank, initially I expected him to commence with Imo State which I know he also hails from, but on the contrary, he derailed. Though I wouldn’t say he derailed because I’m of the view that, he was deeply touched and concerned over the issue of African polity in general. Honestly, if I were in his shoes, I would do same; or would I say, I would have ‘derailed’ too.
In respect to my friend’s enquiry, firstly I hurriedly informed him that the African society as a whole was still battling with her usual ‘bloody’ nature as regards leadership tussle. I further told him that, that of the recent time has been quite alarming and more bloodier, instead of being less due to the unfriendly experiences encountered in the past. Finally, I candidly disclosed to him that, we’re the cause of our plights because we’ve failed to embrace sincerity coupled with transparency. Let’s ride on!
Frankly, I unequivocally state that from my singular view, we Africans are the sole cause of the ongoing predicament that has been predominant in our polity. If not, how can someone in his/her ‘right senses’ continue to adore self-deceit, which I had earlier tagged as one of the most psychological problems being faced by mankind? Maybe you don’t seem to comprehend the above critique that might seem harsh; so, let me make the picture more clearer.
How can a person who rightly knows that ‘A’ is the sole answer to a given question continue ticking ‘B’ from the option provided regardless of the damages such lackadaisical attitude is bringing to his/her person? Isn’t it abnormal or sort of ‘mental disorder’? In other words, our problem is strictly psychological. Take it anywhere, and I shall prove it to you in a language you would understand easily.
It’s no longer news that, my parents hail from Africa, I was born in Africa, and presently I reside in Africa, Nigeria to be precise. Therefore, at my age and status, I’m in the right position to know fully the actual origin (genesis), features, and fate of the universal polity of the African society with regard to the nature of her ongoing leadership tussle.
Africa is a continent specially created and blessed with enormous human and natural resources. Inter alia, it’s blessed with various human and agricultural friendly atmospheric conditions. Still, it remains one of the most poorest continents across the globe, which is not unconnected to the manner in which the respective countries that constitute the continent elect their leaders. Though, I sincerely thank God that, in spite of the level of the decadence, her (African) subjects seem to remain hyper-exuberant and tireless.
Brethren, at this juncture I tell you, it’s high time for holistic deliverance. Yes we have collectively sinned greatly, thus, we must all rise for this long awaited thorough penance and psychological deliverance because this is the rightful and ripe time for it. Mind you, we might not be opportune to embrace a second chance. On this note, I say, Africa arise. Think about it!
______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Scenic Scenarios: A Book Every Nigerian Needs
‘SCENIC SCENARIOS’: A BOOK EVERY NIGERIAN NEEDS
Brethren, I sincerely welcome you once more for another wonderful gathering of this blessed congregation, as usual. For those of us who would be coming late, you might not be privileged to receive and absorb my ever lovely welcome address. Nevertheless, whenever I say “You are all welcome”, the latecomers are inclusive.
Honestly, I had a very powerful and remarkable dream yester-night, just as it has always been. I must confess, having or embracing a good and memorable dream strengthens my level of optimism as regards my personal, communal, or national target as the case may be. Mind you, never you pursue a rat as your dream simply because you dreamt of a rat in the previous night; not unlike I’ve invariably warned you in the past. The warning might sound a bit confusing, but try to unravel the mystery yourself. It’s an unavoidable assignment to you all.
Lest I forget; penultimate week, Wednesday January 15 to be precise, I encountered an old time friend in one of the commercial banks situated in Owerri metropolis. Amidst our prolonged discussion, he hurriedly told me that after the series of expenditures during the yuletide season, hunger follows. I absorbed the notice as a joke, but he meant it. Of course it’s a fact, because I’ve often observed that virtually all, don’t eat to remain when it calls for festivities. It’s a common syndrome in our society.
But, my candid question remains; how can one ‘lousily’ forget the future because he finds himself in a joyous mood? Does it mean that, the future has nothing to do with the present, or that, the future can plan for itself? A question yet to be answered, but must be answered. Let’s ride on!
As a concerned citizen, and social analyst, a certain young man looked inwards and found out that Nigeria as a republic and as a country, was fast decaying. On this note, he decided and concluded to come out with a piece that would perpetually settle the whole plight being faced by the Nigerian society in its entirety. The piece in question is Scenic Scenarios. In a nutshell, ‘Scenic Scenarios’ as the title implies, is a book every Nigerian needs irrespective of age, background or status.
‘The Way Forward!’ which is the caption of the book, as it was written by the Author, Fred Nwaozor, duly edited by an impeccable editor Ken Uwasomba and thoroughly published by Solotech Press Limited, lays emphasis on the six major sectors that ought to be considered by the Nigerian government with the object of solving the ongoing socio-economic and political crises in the country. Each of the chapters that extensively discussed a particular sector candidly emphasized on the steps or remedial approach to be taken to ensure that the lingering predicament(s) in the sector in question is/are duly eradicated. The challenges that await the government while taking any of the steps, were foreseen and tagged by the author as ‘unavoidable’ if the noble dream of the nation as specified by ‘Vision 20:20:20’ must be wholly actualized.
Prior to the compilation of the book, the contents had earlier been published in parts by the author on the Newspaper column, Fancy Facts, handled and regularly maintained by him. The book/omnibus comprises of six major chapters that exclusively discussed Power, Health, Education, Refineries, Security, and Labour respectively. The Author, FDN Nwaozor – a prolific writer, media commentator, motivational speaker, social analyst and activist who hails from Awo-omamma in Oru-East LGA of Imo State, is a patriotic Nigerian that truly understands the plight of the nation to the fullness.
The book, which was published in the year 2013, can be obtained/purchased in most recognized Bookshops across the federation. Besides; for those of us who are research oriented, you can grab a copy of the book in the Imo State Library, and the National Library of Nigeria situated in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) – Abuja and Imo State; also, the libraries of some of the Campuses in the aforementioned state, such as Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Imo State University (IMSU) and Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education (AIFCE) are not left out. It can also be found in some of the State Libraries in Lagos State. Above all, its softcopy could be read on the internet, via www.frednwaozor.blogspot.com. Mind you; do not download or print any of the pages/contents from the Net, without the consent of the Author or the Publisher. ‘To before warned is to before harmed.’
Believe me, keeping a copy of the piece (omnibus) in our respective individual libraries would convince us that, the long awaited Messiah in respect to the Nigerian socio-economic and political problems, has come in form of a book. Let’s take an apt action to salvage the future of our dear country because, it lies in our respective hands. Let’s not allow this persistent phantom override our entire creative ingenuity. Think about it!
_____________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, I sincerely welcome you once more for another wonderful gathering of this blessed congregation, as usual. For those of us who would be coming late, you might not be privileged to receive and absorb my ever lovely welcome address. Nevertheless, whenever I say “You are all welcome”, the latecomers are inclusive.
Honestly, I had a very powerful and remarkable dream yester-night, just as it has always been. I must confess, having or embracing a good and memorable dream strengthens my level of optimism as regards my personal, communal, or national target as the case may be. Mind you, never you pursue a rat as your dream simply because you dreamt of a rat in the previous night; not unlike I’ve invariably warned you in the past. The warning might sound a bit confusing, but try to unravel the mystery yourself. It’s an unavoidable assignment to you all.
Lest I forget; penultimate week, Wednesday January 15 to be precise, I encountered an old time friend in one of the commercial banks situated in Owerri metropolis. Amidst our prolonged discussion, he hurriedly told me that after the series of expenditures during the yuletide season, hunger follows. I absorbed the notice as a joke, but he meant it. Of course it’s a fact, because I’ve often observed that virtually all, don’t eat to remain when it calls for festivities. It’s a common syndrome in our society.
But, my candid question remains; how can one ‘lousily’ forget the future because he finds himself in a joyous mood? Does it mean that, the future has nothing to do with the present, or that, the future can plan for itself? A question yet to be answered, but must be answered. Let’s ride on!
As a concerned citizen, and social analyst, a certain young man looked inwards and found out that Nigeria as a republic and as a country, was fast decaying. On this note, he decided and concluded to come out with a piece that would perpetually settle the whole plight being faced by the Nigerian society in its entirety. The piece in question is Scenic Scenarios. In a nutshell, ‘Scenic Scenarios’ as the title implies, is a book every Nigerian needs irrespective of age, background or status.
‘The Way Forward!’ which is the caption of the book, as it was written by the Author, Fred Nwaozor, duly edited by an impeccable editor Ken Uwasomba and thoroughly published by Solotech Press Limited, lays emphasis on the six major sectors that ought to be considered by the Nigerian government with the object of solving the ongoing socio-economic and political crises in the country. Each of the chapters that extensively discussed a particular sector candidly emphasized on the steps or remedial approach to be taken to ensure that the lingering predicament(s) in the sector in question is/are duly eradicated. The challenges that await the government while taking any of the steps, were foreseen and tagged by the author as ‘unavoidable’ if the noble dream of the nation as specified by ‘Vision 20:20:20’ must be wholly actualized.
Prior to the compilation of the book, the contents had earlier been published in parts by the author on the Newspaper column, Fancy Facts, handled and regularly maintained by him. The book/omnibus comprises of six major chapters that exclusively discussed Power, Health, Education, Refineries, Security, and Labour respectively. The Author, FDN Nwaozor – a prolific writer, media commentator, motivational speaker, social analyst and activist who hails from Awo-omamma in Oru-East LGA of Imo State, is a patriotic Nigerian that truly understands the plight of the nation to the fullness.
The book, which was published in the year 2013, can be obtained/purchased in most recognized Bookshops across the federation. Besides; for those of us who are research oriented, you can grab a copy of the book in the Imo State Library, and the National Library of Nigeria situated in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) – Abuja and Imo State; also, the libraries of some of the Campuses in the aforementioned state, such as Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Imo State University (IMSU) and Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education (AIFCE) are not left out. It can also be found in some of the State Libraries in Lagos State. Above all, its softcopy could be read on the internet, via www.frednwaozor.blogspot.com. Mind you; do not download or print any of the pages/contents from the Net, without the consent of the Author or the Publisher. ‘To before warned is to before harmed.’
Believe me, keeping a copy of the piece (omnibus) in our respective individual libraries would convince us that, the long awaited Messiah in respect to the Nigerian socio-economic and political problems, has come in form of a book. Let’s take an apt action to salvage the future of our dear country because, it lies in our respective hands. Let’s not allow this persistent phantom override our entire creative ingenuity. Think about it!
_____________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
New Year Resolution
ESSENCE OF NEW YEAR RESOLUTION
Brethren, never give up on something you really want; it’s difficult to wait but worse to regret. Mind you, as your urge remains persistent towards actualizing your goal (aim), courtesy demands that you take a second look of the goal in question and ascertain how worthwhile it would be to possess such thing because, a worthless thing doesn’t worth waiting for.
In the same vein, as you wait to receive your heart desire, you are also expected to reconsider the kind of life you live and see if it’s worth living, or if such life can be of help towards attaining your desired height because, most of the lives we live don’t deserve worthwhile goals.
Few weeks ago, I was privileged to be in the midst of a certain group in Port-Harcourt Rivers State that was debating the significance of being steadfast in one’s pursuit towards success. I was listening with keen interest, so along the line, the members of the group got confused and derailed as regards their sense of judgement. I candidly used the avenue to educate them on the real essence of steadfastness or persistence, and what’s expected of someone who embraces it. And at the end of the discussion, they unanimously appreciated my concern.
Persistence, according to the context of this edition, simply means the situation in which one continues to do something with determination in spite of difficulty or opposition. But we must know that, there are certain questions we’re required to ask ourselves whenever we persist to do or expect something. First and foremost, you must ask yourself how useful and relevant would that thing be to you, and what impact would it unleash on the people around you. Thus, in anything you do, you’re not meant to consider only yourself but others as well.
Secondly and most importantly, you’re meant to ensure that the life you live deserves what you’re anticipating. This might sound a bit vague, but the fact remains that, most lives we live do not deserve to behold the fruit of most of our aspirations. In other words, if you really want something good, bear it in mind that nature requires something good in return prior to the procurement of that which you expect or want. And don’t forget, no one has ever cheated nature. Therefore you can never cheat nature, rather, the reverse would become the case. Let’s ride on!
We are discussing the prime essence of New-Year resolution. To start with; abiding by the context of this very edition, a resolution in a concise term is a firm decision taken by someone to do something or not do something. Apparently, a New Year resolution is a decision taken by someone to do something or not do something at the beginning of any calendar year, within first days of January precisely.
Many people see the above phenomenon as a worthwhile scenario; on the contrary, several others despise it. But the most appalling and devastating aspect of the phenomenon is the situation whereby most persons merely take the decision without sticking to what the so called decision requires in subsequent time.
Frankly speaking, new year resolution is a worthwhile gesture required by mankind regardless of age, status, background or religious affiliation. It is a point in our respective lives at which we’re expected to make a U-turn or reconsider our lives so far, and see where that should be amended and where we’re meant to sustain. This is the reason the great philosopher, Socrates of the blessed memory said, “An unexamined life is not worth living.” And I concur with him.
Having examined our life, we are expected to take a very firm and tangible decision that would enable us sustain the worthwhile part, and amend the porous part. Therefore the decision is meant to be seen as an oath, and ought to be kept sacred. I bet you, if the decision is kept sacred, it would fortify us and enable us actualize our respective goals.
So brethren, at this juncture I urge you to sincerely embrace a genuine New Year Resolution as we embrace another long awaited year 2014, and you would see how effective and efficient the tool is or has been. Or, do you wish to wait till next century before you abide by it? The ball is right in your court. Think about it!
______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, never give up on something you really want; it’s difficult to wait but worse to regret. Mind you, as your urge remains persistent towards actualizing your goal (aim), courtesy demands that you take a second look of the goal in question and ascertain how worthwhile it would be to possess such thing because, a worthless thing doesn’t worth waiting for.
In the same vein, as you wait to receive your heart desire, you are also expected to reconsider the kind of life you live and see if it’s worth living, or if such life can be of help towards attaining your desired height because, most of the lives we live don’t deserve worthwhile goals.
Few weeks ago, I was privileged to be in the midst of a certain group in Port-Harcourt Rivers State that was debating the significance of being steadfast in one’s pursuit towards success. I was listening with keen interest, so along the line, the members of the group got confused and derailed as regards their sense of judgement. I candidly used the avenue to educate them on the real essence of steadfastness or persistence, and what’s expected of someone who embraces it. And at the end of the discussion, they unanimously appreciated my concern.
Persistence, according to the context of this edition, simply means the situation in which one continues to do something with determination in spite of difficulty or opposition. But we must know that, there are certain questions we’re required to ask ourselves whenever we persist to do or expect something. First and foremost, you must ask yourself how useful and relevant would that thing be to you, and what impact would it unleash on the people around you. Thus, in anything you do, you’re not meant to consider only yourself but others as well.
Secondly and most importantly, you’re meant to ensure that the life you live deserves what you’re anticipating. This might sound a bit vague, but the fact remains that, most lives we live do not deserve to behold the fruit of most of our aspirations. In other words, if you really want something good, bear it in mind that nature requires something good in return prior to the procurement of that which you expect or want. And don’t forget, no one has ever cheated nature. Therefore you can never cheat nature, rather, the reverse would become the case. Let’s ride on!
We are discussing the prime essence of New-Year resolution. To start with; abiding by the context of this very edition, a resolution in a concise term is a firm decision taken by someone to do something or not do something. Apparently, a New Year resolution is a decision taken by someone to do something or not do something at the beginning of any calendar year, within first days of January precisely.
Many people see the above phenomenon as a worthwhile scenario; on the contrary, several others despise it. But the most appalling and devastating aspect of the phenomenon is the situation whereby most persons merely take the decision without sticking to what the so called decision requires in subsequent time.
Frankly speaking, new year resolution is a worthwhile gesture required by mankind regardless of age, status, background or religious affiliation. It is a point in our respective lives at which we’re expected to make a U-turn or reconsider our lives so far, and see where that should be amended and where we’re meant to sustain. This is the reason the great philosopher, Socrates of the blessed memory said, “An unexamined life is not worth living.” And I concur with him.
Having examined our life, we are expected to take a very firm and tangible decision that would enable us sustain the worthwhile part, and amend the porous part. Therefore the decision is meant to be seen as an oath, and ought to be kept sacred. I bet you, if the decision is kept sacred, it would fortify us and enable us actualize our respective goals.
So brethren, at this juncture I urge you to sincerely embrace a genuine New Year Resolution as we embrace another long awaited year 2014, and you would see how effective and efficient the tool is or has been. Or, do you wish to wait till next century before you abide by it? The ball is right in your court. Think about it!
______________________
FRED NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Friday, 10 January 2014
Dangers of Human Trafficking
DANGERS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Brethren, penultimate Monday, December 16 to be precise, one of my closest neighbours where I reside instinctively understood I wanted to be alone having hurriedly observed the ugly look on my beautiful face. Frankly at that very moment, I needed to be left alone because my sense of reasoning was beclouded by most inhumane acts I witness on a daily basis across the globe, Nigeria in particular. How can we be made of human ribs, still we act like “animals”?
Take note; there are three very important words in life which are, love, honesty and respect. Without these in your life, you have nothing. I keep reminding us that, there’re no two definitions of “love”. Love remains love in any dictionary or holy writ. Honesty simply means “truth”. Finally, it’s only when you have faith in someone or something that you would live to respect him/it.
Human means relating to or concerning people or mankind. While traffic, according to the context of this edition, is the act of trading in something illegally. Summarily, human trafficking is the act of trading in humans illegally. That is, illegal trading in humans.
Over the years, millions of people across the globe live by indulging in this dirty and inhuman act due to the “enormous benefit” attached to it. Recently my major concern lies on that of the Nigerian society which has become more alarming compare to any other part of the world. Record has it that, out of a hundred human traffic offences in the whole world, Nigeria or Nigerians is/are involved in sixty of them. We’ve really overstepped the limits. Let’s ride on!
On the above note, parents should apply caution as regards whom they lease their children to. In most occasions, out of vulnerability, parents lease their children to someone who they hardly know his/her background. Even if the person in question is your relative, you still need to ascertain the kind of business he/she does, and most importantly, his/her social background. Don’t let vulnerability overcome your sense of reasoning.
Secondly, the civil rights societies and activists ought to form a syndicate towards conscientizing the minds of the vulnerable parents on the dangers that await the lease of their children to others. They should from time to time organize seminars to sensitize their minds in that regard. They are also expected to use the medium to enlighten them on the essence of education in any child’s life. Furthermore, the concerned non-governmental organizations should from time to time endeavour to grant scholarship to the less-privileged children, and as well establish various vocational centres for those whom had completed their secondary education.
Thirdly, the custom officers must ensure that our borders are strengthened and made substantially formidable. This measure would help to silence the high level of illegal emigration experienced often thereby discouraging most of the human traffickers.
Lastly but not the least, our law makers should enact a strict law prohibiting human trafficking thereby enabling the judiciary to issue capital punishment to anyone found guilty of such dastardly and inhumane act. In this regard, an independent commission (agency) is expected to be inauguration by the federal government to super head and monitor the strict implementation of the said law.
Above all, those responsible for such loathsome attribute should as a matter of urgency turn a new leaf by acknowledging that, it’s an evil occupation that has the tendency of clearing (consuming) their entire generations. How can you be abusing a child willingly given to you to take care of; how can you be enriching yourself at the expense of others’ happiness; have you ever tried to put yourself in the shoes of the affected people, or have you for once find yourself in a severe moment of sincere meditation?
Let’s love ourselves, be honest to anyone we come across, and above all, always remember that respect is reciprocal. Mind you, we make a living by what we get but we make a life by what we give. Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, penultimate Monday, December 16 to be precise, one of my closest neighbours where I reside instinctively understood I wanted to be alone having hurriedly observed the ugly look on my beautiful face. Frankly at that very moment, I needed to be left alone because my sense of reasoning was beclouded by most inhumane acts I witness on a daily basis across the globe, Nigeria in particular. How can we be made of human ribs, still we act like “animals”?
Take note; there are three very important words in life which are, love, honesty and respect. Without these in your life, you have nothing. I keep reminding us that, there’re no two definitions of “love”. Love remains love in any dictionary or holy writ. Honesty simply means “truth”. Finally, it’s only when you have faith in someone or something that you would live to respect him/it.
Human means relating to or concerning people or mankind. While traffic, according to the context of this edition, is the act of trading in something illegally. Summarily, human trafficking is the act of trading in humans illegally. That is, illegal trading in humans.
Over the years, millions of people across the globe live by indulging in this dirty and inhuman act due to the “enormous benefit” attached to it. Recently my major concern lies on that of the Nigerian society which has become more alarming compare to any other part of the world. Record has it that, out of a hundred human traffic offences in the whole world, Nigeria or Nigerians is/are involved in sixty of them. We’ve really overstepped the limits. Let’s ride on!
On the above note, parents should apply caution as regards whom they lease their children to. In most occasions, out of vulnerability, parents lease their children to someone who they hardly know his/her background. Even if the person in question is your relative, you still need to ascertain the kind of business he/she does, and most importantly, his/her social background. Don’t let vulnerability overcome your sense of reasoning.
Secondly, the civil rights societies and activists ought to form a syndicate towards conscientizing the minds of the vulnerable parents on the dangers that await the lease of their children to others. They should from time to time organize seminars to sensitize their minds in that regard. They are also expected to use the medium to enlighten them on the essence of education in any child’s life. Furthermore, the concerned non-governmental organizations should from time to time endeavour to grant scholarship to the less-privileged children, and as well establish various vocational centres for those whom had completed their secondary education.
Thirdly, the custom officers must ensure that our borders are strengthened and made substantially formidable. This measure would help to silence the high level of illegal emigration experienced often thereby discouraging most of the human traffickers.
Lastly but not the least, our law makers should enact a strict law prohibiting human trafficking thereby enabling the judiciary to issue capital punishment to anyone found guilty of such dastardly and inhumane act. In this regard, an independent commission (agency) is expected to be inauguration by the federal government to super head and monitor the strict implementation of the said law.
Above all, those responsible for such loathsome attribute should as a matter of urgency turn a new leaf by acknowledging that, it’s an evil occupation that has the tendency of clearing (consuming) their entire generations. How can you be abusing a child willingly given to you to take care of; how can you be enriching yourself at the expense of others’ happiness; have you ever tried to put yourself in the shoes of the affected people, or have you for once find yourself in a severe moment of sincere meditation?
Let’s love ourselves, be honest to anyone we come across, and above all, always remember that respect is reciprocal. Mind you, we make a living by what we get but we make a life by what we give. Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Eclipse of the Hypocrites
UNAVOIDABLE ECLIPSE OF THE HYPOCRITES
Brethren, most times their insincerity and insensitivity make my heart my heart shed fathomless blood; it often keeps my mind in skeptical mood thereby making my lonely soul vulnerable. Honestly they’re dampening my humble spirit. Suffice to say that, they’ve all tried my patience both in the past and present which had brought unquantifiable loopholes to my ebullient person. Lately I’ve come to realize that, they have made themselves kings without taking into consideration who remains the ultimate king.
Apparently, they’ve forgotten the prime essence of their individual existences which has made me to lose my patience. Frankly, I’ve lost it (patience) totally and that’s why I seized this medium to address the anomaly and as well tell them the gospel truth. I can’t remain an onlooker to such acts because I’m not impervious to them. Personally they affect me negatively and deeply. And I’m quite sure no one expects me to be imperturbable over such inhumane attributes.
One thing you must get into your thick and indefatigable skull is that, no one gives what he doesn’t possess regardless of his/her status. In any occasion it seemed you’ve succeeded in granting what you don’t have, then behold, you must be watchful and extremely prepared towards the period of eclipse that awaits your person. Let’s get to the business of the day.
A hypocrite is one who pretends to have beliefs, principles, or feelings that they do not really have. On the other hand according to the context of this edition, an eclipse is a situation whereby someone/something loses some or all of their importance or influence. In the same vein, according to Oxford Mobile Dictionary, “an eclipse is a sudden loss of significance or power.”
Presently many has derailed intensely as regards presentation of fake, or deceit as the case may be. In a concise term, hypocrisy is simply the act of disclosing a fake posture. And such manner of act is found in every sector of human endeavours such as polity, health, religion, economy, just to mention but a few. Let’s ride on!
In the political sector, hypocrisy has become the order of the day. In most occasions we see people aspiring for respective positions, claiming to do one thing or the other when they get to power without their followers (supporters) knowing that they are all interested in their personal businesses; their only goal is enrichment of their individual pockets. We’ve been deceived both in the past and present by this aspect of hypocrisy. There are so many other branches of hypocrisy in the political arena; for instance, a sycophant whom is known as one who chant eulogies for his superior in order to gain favour, is simply a hypocrite.
Let’s dive into the health aspect of hypocrisy. This aspect is found virtually in every individual. In most occasions we pose as one suffering from a certain ailment in order to be exonerated from a certain crime committed. On the other hand, most times we present ourselves as persons that are physically or medically fit while we’re not, just to be among a proposed exercise that would “favour” us. The devastating aspect of health hypocrisy is that, several persons have taken it as a way of life forgetting that an unavoidable eclipse awaits them.
Inter alia, the astonishing aspect of hypocrisy is observed in the religious sector. Taking the Christian community as a case study we would discover that many have chosen to be addressed as “men of God” in order to gain dominion, and to cater for themselves. It doesn’t even stop at that; they go a long distance allegedly impregnating the wives of their so-called followers and committing all other sorts of atrocities in a place meant to be kept sacred.
I want to sincerely assure all those who live by dishing out one fake life or the other that, an unavoidable eclipse will befall them soonest if they fail to turn a new leaf. I’m earnestly warning them to desist from such dastardly and barbaric act because the eclipse in question is definitely unavoidable irrespective of the umbrella they might be hiding under.
Brethren let me quickly remind you of something very vital; efficiency without God’s sufficiency is simply a pathway to the scene of deficiency. Mind you, I wouldn’t like to repeat myself because I’m strongly of the view that, a word is enough for the wise. Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
Brethren, most times their insincerity and insensitivity make my heart my heart shed fathomless blood; it often keeps my mind in skeptical mood thereby making my lonely soul vulnerable. Honestly they’re dampening my humble spirit. Suffice to say that, they’ve all tried my patience both in the past and present which had brought unquantifiable loopholes to my ebullient person. Lately I’ve come to realize that, they have made themselves kings without taking into consideration who remains the ultimate king.
Apparently, they’ve forgotten the prime essence of their individual existences which has made me to lose my patience. Frankly, I’ve lost it (patience) totally and that’s why I seized this medium to address the anomaly and as well tell them the gospel truth. I can’t remain an onlooker to such acts because I’m not impervious to them. Personally they affect me negatively and deeply. And I’m quite sure no one expects me to be imperturbable over such inhumane attributes.
One thing you must get into your thick and indefatigable skull is that, no one gives what he doesn’t possess regardless of his/her status. In any occasion it seemed you’ve succeeded in granting what you don’t have, then behold, you must be watchful and extremely prepared towards the period of eclipse that awaits your person. Let’s get to the business of the day.
A hypocrite is one who pretends to have beliefs, principles, or feelings that they do not really have. On the other hand according to the context of this edition, an eclipse is a situation whereby someone/something loses some or all of their importance or influence. In the same vein, according to Oxford Mobile Dictionary, “an eclipse is a sudden loss of significance or power.”
Presently many has derailed intensely as regards presentation of fake, or deceit as the case may be. In a concise term, hypocrisy is simply the act of disclosing a fake posture. And such manner of act is found in every sector of human endeavours such as polity, health, religion, economy, just to mention but a few. Let’s ride on!
In the political sector, hypocrisy has become the order of the day. In most occasions we see people aspiring for respective positions, claiming to do one thing or the other when they get to power without their followers (supporters) knowing that they are all interested in their personal businesses; their only goal is enrichment of their individual pockets. We’ve been deceived both in the past and present by this aspect of hypocrisy. There are so many other branches of hypocrisy in the political arena; for instance, a sycophant whom is known as one who chant eulogies for his superior in order to gain favour, is simply a hypocrite.
Let’s dive into the health aspect of hypocrisy. This aspect is found virtually in every individual. In most occasions we pose as one suffering from a certain ailment in order to be exonerated from a certain crime committed. On the other hand, most times we present ourselves as persons that are physically or medically fit while we’re not, just to be among a proposed exercise that would “favour” us. The devastating aspect of health hypocrisy is that, several persons have taken it as a way of life forgetting that an unavoidable eclipse awaits them.
Inter alia, the astonishing aspect of hypocrisy is observed in the religious sector. Taking the Christian community as a case study we would discover that many have chosen to be addressed as “men of God” in order to gain dominion, and to cater for themselves. It doesn’t even stop at that; they go a long distance allegedly impregnating the wives of their so-called followers and committing all other sorts of atrocities in a place meant to be kept sacred.
I want to sincerely assure all those who live by dishing out one fake life or the other that, an unavoidable eclipse will befall them soonest if they fail to turn a new leaf. I’m earnestly warning them to desist from such dastardly and barbaric act because the eclipse in question is definitely unavoidable irrespective of the umbrella they might be hiding under.
Brethren let me quickly remind you of something very vital; efficiency without God’s sufficiency is simply a pathway to the scene of deficiency. Mind you, I wouldn’t like to repeat myself because I’m strongly of the view that, a word is enough for the wise. Think about it!
______________________
FDN NWAOZOR
frednwaozor@gmail.com
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