iwa convention brochure 2011
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The Igbo World Assembly's Convention of 2011 took place in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.TRANSCRIPT
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OTU NDI IGBO NA FINLAND BU IGBO UNION FINLAND JI OHEREA WERE N’EKELE NDI IWA NA OHANEZE NDIGBO MAKA MBÖ HA N’AGBA GBASARA AGAMNIHU NDIGBO N’UWA NILE GBURUGBURU IGBO UNION FINLAND CONGRATULATES IWA & OHANEZE NDIGBO ON THE OCCASION OF THE 4TH IWA CONVENTION AND IGBO REMEMBRANCE DAY LONG LIVE NDI IGBO LONG LIVE NIGERIA
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Ohaneze Spain Congratulates IWA& Ohaneze Ndigbo On the occasion of the 4th IWA conven-tion and Igbo Remembrance day in Abakaliki Ebonyi State, Nigeria Long Live IWA Long Live Ohaneze Ndigbo Long Live Ndi Igbo Long Live Nigeria
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Congratulations Igbo World Assembly on your 4th Convention at Abakaliki Ebonyi State On behalf of Ndigbo in UK, I wish IWA the Best in Championing IGBO AGENDA in Diaspora
Chief Christian Udechukwu Onuorah (Enyi Anam) Umu-Eze Anam, Anambra North LGA, Anambra State, Nige-ria Dip Mktg, MA Acc & Fin. Executive Director Savike Global Interchange Ltd (Oil , Gas and Mining) President Anambra State Association (ASA) UK Ex. Leader Council Igbo Communities Vice Chairman Igbo World Assembly (IWA) Vice President Anambra State Association (ASA) World
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Chief Ralph Uwechue President General Ohaneze Ndigbo
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Dr Nwachukwu Anakwenze (Okaa Omee N’Abagana) MD MBA MPH Chairman Igbo World Assembly
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Chief Christian Onuorah is from Umu-Eze Anam, Anambra North LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria Dip Mktg, MA Acc & Fin. Executive Director Savike Global In-terchange Ltd (Oil , Gas and Mining) President Anambra State Association (ASA) UK Ex. Leader Council Igbo Communities Vice Chairman Igbo World Assembly (IWA) Vice President Anambra State Association (ASA) World Chairman BOT European Igbo Community (EIC)
Chief Christian Udechukwu Onuorah (Enyi Anam) Vice Chairman Igbo World Assembly
Chief Oliver Nwankwor Secretary General Igbo World Assembly
Chief Oliver Nwankwor after his secondary education obtained OND in Mechanical Engineering from the Idah Polytechnic in 1985. He proceeded to study further for his BA at the Haagse Hogeschool in the Netherlands and after that did his MBA at the University of Teesside. Chief Oliver Nwankwor presently holds the position of Risk Man-ager at the ABN AMRO Bank in the Netherlands. He is also the President of European Igbo Com-munity (EIC)
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ATLOGWU EZEAGU A vibrant Igbo traditional music and dance display
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WE CONGRATULATE IGBO WORLD ASSEMBLY AND OHANEZE NDIGBO ON THE OCCASION OF THE 2011 CONVENTION IN ABAKALIKI EBONYI STATE LONG LIVE NDIGBO! LONG LIVE NIGERIA!
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Dr Mrs Anthonia Uche Umeh DSG IWA Women & Children Institute
Hon Ikechukwu Ude-Chime DSG IWA Media & Publicity Institute
Hon Ike Ude-Chime is a native of Ngwuo in Enugu State. He is a media specialist based in Finland. He studied at the Alvan Ikoku College of Education Ower-ri, and later at the University of Helsinki, and the Adulta Institute of radio and Television He is a recipient of the golden cross of honour from the govern-ment of Finland for his numerous contributions in promoting mul-ticulture through sports and me-dia. He is the president of ”Let’s Move”, a multicultural sports organization, and also Grass-Roots Media of Finland. He was a former Chairman Igbo Union Finland (IUF)
Dr Mrs Anthonia Uche Ume is from Anambra State. She obtained a bachelor degree in chemistry from the University of Nigeria Nsukka and a Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy from Howard University College of Pharmacy in Washigton D C, and a pediatric pharmacology Certification from the University of Kentuky. She is the Pediatric Clinical Mana-ger at Georgetown University Hos-pital GUH in Washington.
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ABIA STATE
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Abia State was carved out of the former Imo State in 1991. The name "Abia" is an abbreviation of four of the state's densely populated regions Aba, Bende, Isuikwuato, and Afikpo. It is one of the thirty-six (36) States that constitute the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Abia people are of the Igbo ethnic group who predominates much of the Southeast-ern part of Nigeria. Their traditional language is Igbo, Eng-lish is widely spoken and serves as the official language in governance and business. Globally, Igbos are well travelled. Abia's 2.4mm people are mainly christians. They are entre-preneurial, known and reputed to be industrious, highly market oriented, very hospitable and accommodating, probably due to their migratory nature. His Excellency Theodore Orji Governor Abia State
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OHANEZE NDIGBO SOUTH AFRICA
Message of Felicitations on the Auspicious Occasion of Igbo World Assembly Convention Celebration
The New Executives of Ohaneze Ndigbo South Africa are using this opportunity to thank The leader ship of Igbo World Assembly spearheaded by the indomita-ble Dr Nwachukwu Anakwenze (Oka Ome) and his leadership team on 4th Igbo World Assembly Convention. We want to express our continued support and solidarity as affiliate organisation with Leader ship of Igbo World Assembly. Nke a bu Eziokwu: NJIKO BU NGBOROGWU OGANIHU NDI IGBO. As Igbo World Assembly in collaboration with Ohaneze Ndigbo, com-memorates Igbo Souls on Igbo Day, the 29th September 2011, we con-gratulates Your Excellencies; Amb.Ralph Uwachue, the President General Of Ohaneze Ndigbo , the Executive Governors and the Depu-ties of South East zone, the honourable members of the legislative houses, Igbo leaders, Igbo Council of traditional rulers, our elected officials, business men and women, professionals, trade group leader-ships, union leaders for their efforts in making the Igbo World Assem-bly Convention and the World Igbo Day A success. Long Live Igbo World Assembly Long Live Ohaneze Ndigbo Long Live Ndigbo Signed Emeka Ezinteje Collins Secretary
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ANAMBRA STATE
Anambra is a state in south-eastern Nigeria. Its name is
an anglicized version of the original 'Oma Mbala', the name
of the river now known as Anambra which the state is
named after. The Capital and the Seat of Government
is Awka, Onitcha and Nnewi are the biggest commercial and
industrial cities, respectively. The state's theme is "Light Of
The Nation". Boundaries are formed by Delta State to the
west, Imo State and Rivers State to the south, Enugu State to
the east and Kogi State to the north. The origin of the name
is derived from the Anambra River (Omambala) which is a
tributary of the famous River Niger.
His Excellency Governor Peter Obi
Governor Anambra State
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EBONYI STATE
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His Excelency Martin Elechi Governor Ebonyi State
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The Need for Synergy, Deliberation, and Collaboration among Ndi Igbo: The IWA Factor
The Igbo World Assembly (IWA) has become the umbrellas Igbo association that gives Igbo people the kind of worldwide institu-tional presence that is much needed by all hometown associa-tions in the Igbo Diaspora. IWA’s motto emphasizes the princi-ples of njiko na Igba izu (synergy and deliberation). In the past four years IWA, in the spirit of synergy and deliberation, has provided several contexts in Alaigbo and abroad for the leaders of Igbo associations in Nigeria and the greater Igbo Diaspora to engage in serious talks, advocacies, and interventions in matters affecting Ndi Igbo. This has been the case, since the conflict that tore apart the World Igbo Congress began. And we have watched the crack in the wall of the World Igbo Congress grow into a big hole. Michael J. Behe, whose writing I admire, said something in his book, Darwin’s Black Box, which reminds me of what is going in WIC today. Behe said, “A house with a crack in the wall would never sell”. When I think of the implication of this poign-ant statement to the house we call WIC, I get profoundly dis-tressed. But then, I look around and see IWA working in collaboration with the Ohaneze Ndi Igbo. From time to time, I see IWA in the Nigerian national arena. Very often I hear IWA leaders discuss-ing with governors in the Igbo speaking states on behalf of the Igbo Farm Village in Staunton, Virginia. When I sit and think about these things, I cannot help but see the IWA factor as very crucial. It seems to me that IWA is perhaps the only hope we have to restore the spirit of Njikoka na Igba Izu. Indeed, IWA does for us what no other Igbo Association is doing at the moment. Let’s rally around IWA to strengthen the syn-ergy, deliberation, and collaboration that it (IWA) has made pos-sible. Biko nu. Ticha Akuma
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Dr Akuma Kalu Njoku (Ticha) is associate professor of folks studies and Athropology. He championed the Igbo farm village project in Staunton West Virginia.
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ENUGU STATE
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His Excelency Sullivan Chime
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IMO STATE
His Excellency Owelle Rochas Okorocha Governor Imo State
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What City…….
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…… is home to over 35million Nigerians? …… has a modern, functional and widespread city infrastructure, with good roads, pedestrian walkways, traffic control lights and street lighting? …… is a leading destination centre in Nigeria, with impeccable safety and security records? …… welcomes you for business or pleasure with open arms and strives to make your stay a pleasurable one?
Enugu …… Of course!!!!!
Enugu, the city set on a hill, is the political headquarters of Enugu State. It is also home, emotional, spiritual and socio-economic capital of the Ndigbo and the former Eastern Region. Currently enjoying a second phase of social and infrastructural rejuvenation by the Sullivan Chime administration, Enugu beckons to all individuals and businesses desirous of a calm and serene environ-ment with world class infrastructure
We intend to engage the stakeholders in the New Enugu project to fathom their special needs and plans for incorporation into the New Enugu Master plan. Be part of it. Promote Enugu, your Enugu, A New Enugu. Join in the re-making of
history. Indeed the song says Ka anyi je Enugu. Come with us. Let’s go to Enugu.
All inquiries and correspondence to: Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority,
Office of the Governor, Government House, Enugu
HE. Sullivan Chime Governor Enugu State
Enugu street at night
Bird-eye view of Enugu from the hill top
CONTACT: 08033135528
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I salute the IWA leadership especially Nze, Chief, Dr. Nwachukwu Anakwenze and ALL NDI Ohaneze leadership and IWA and Ohaneze members for putting this 2011 con-vention in place. I pray that God will continue to straighten NDI IGBO and ALL NIGERIANS as we continue to work TOGETHER IN HARMONY for the betterment of our CHILDREN. Up IWA! UP NDI IGBO!! UP NIGERIA!!! Chief, Dr. (Mrs.) Josephine Uzoamaka Aguoji, Bayero University Kano (Education/English Language/Geography--BA (ED)), University of Lagos (Educational Administration: Masters Degree), Teachers College Columbia University, New York, NY (Masters Degree), Teachers College Columbia University, New York, NY (Doctoral Degree in Administration and Supervision of Spe-cial Education Programs). Assistant Adjunct Professor of Education @ City University Of New York. Anambra State Progressive Union , New York:Vice Presi-dent IWA:Treasurer
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