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November 2014

ENAW EXECUTIVE POLICY AND PROJECT INITIATIVES

2014 - 2016 At the beginning of the 2013/2014 ENAW year, we pledged to provide the association with a responsive, responsible, strategic and visionary leadership in the spirit of serving above and beyond. Con-sistent with that pledge the 2014/2016 ENAW elected executives in cooperation with the Chairman and members of the Council of Pres-

idents, under my leadership wish to elucidate the agenda of progress and perpetuity. � ere has been an increased expectation in the com-munity for ENAW to provide a vision of development and leadership in the highest level be� tting an association of our magnitude. With anticipated supports and encouragements from Edo communi-ty at home and in Diaspora, we have outlined the following strategic

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directions to enable us ful� ll our mandates.   As we align ourselves with global best practices, we hereby pledge to be accountable and transparent on how ENAW is ran.  We wish to reiterate and rea� rm our unequivocal commitments to represent ENAW and protect her interests to the best of our abilities. We will make e� orts to involve Edolites who are not currently members of any organization to par-ticipate in our collective a� airs.

MAXIMIZING ENAW INTERNALNETWORK

COMMUNICATION:1. Quarterly NewsletterWe will continue to create and distribute quarterly newsletter to share local chapter’s events and to inform Edo the world on ENAW’s matter2. Edo Magazine (EDOMA)We will continue to publish EDOMA as the o� cial magazine on an annual basis during the convention. A committee of volunteers to serve in the editorial board will be put together to support the e� orts of ENAW secretary.

3. ENAWORLDWIDE.ORGENAW website when in full operation will be primarily use to com-municate ongoing pertinent information about all ENAW’s global and local initiatives� e site will be linked to all chapter websites and will house privileged information for all members of the COPWe would seek the support of  a professional webmaster as long as it is cost e� ective to ensure that information are incorporated in a timely and professional manner.

4. IV. Souvenirs and ParaphernaliaENAW will continue to produce and distribute souvenirs and para-phernalia as our primary interest is to make ENAW a household name for all Edos at home and in Diaspora. � is may also include purchasing articles like pens, co� ee mugs, etc, with ENAW logo that can be distributed for free. Secondarily, the sale of souvenirs will be an added revenue source for ENAW to continue her transformation projects in Edo State

CAPITAL PROJECTSENAW will continue to engage in capital projects that will form the nexus of our progress in perpetuity in areas that will include but not limited to the following;

HEALTHMedical Mission Committee will continue to implement the strategic plan to improve access, a� ordable and sustainable health care services to Edo State indigenes through annual medical missions. We will build on the successful collaboration with local partners in Edo State and other non-pro� t organizations around the world espe-cially in the United States of America.In December 2014, there will be another mission to Edo State1.   � e mission’s goal is provision of access to a� ordable medical care in our disadvantaged and vulnerable communities around the state2. Its aims are to improving the management and control of infectious diseases, promoting health and wellness, providing medical relief and quality of life of those mostly in need. � e December 2014 mission shall also witness the foundation laying ceremony of the Ehor medical center, a collaborative project with the ENAW and the local community. An MOU is expected to be signed to demonstrate our commitment and identify our scope of involve-ment.

PARK AND RECREATIONIn 2014, ENAW will vigorously pursue success of the established in-ternational recreational parks around Edo State in the three senatorial districts to support the vast social infrastructural development in the state. ENAW partnership with � e Benin Cultural Heritage Centre (BCHC) to establish a multi-purpose international recreation park in Utekon, a few blocks away from Oluku junction along the by-pass will be be completed in session starting with surface preparation and installa-tion of various facilities.

WOMEN, YOUTHS AND CULTURAL ISSUES

WOMEN� e executives would con-tinue to support the vision of equal participation and inclusion of women to the polity of the ENAW. Make the ENAW Women a relevant and progressive arm of ENAWWe shall advocate to the COP to dedicate a day during the convention for the Women’s Conference as an interactive day for the whole family. � is day is

intended to engage as many Edo women, men and organizations in diaspora and Edo State as possible to participate in the activities� ere shall be increased communication and involvement of the women in the hosting city, especially during the convention.

YOUTHS AND CULTURE

A committee has been set up to put forward proposals that will educate, initiate, facilitate and improve processes that will not only sustain Edo culture but also be bene� cial in all it’s rami� cation in Edo Land.YouthsA Committee on youth will be mandated to raise funds to ensure full participation and engagement of our youths during the convention  � e committee will explore the possibility of organizing a Youth An-nual Conference during the convention or any other suitable time

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NEW INITIATIVESEdo state Indigenes Business Directory in the Diaspora: As of today, there is no known Edo people business directory in the Diaspora. � ere will be a database created for businesses owned and operated by Edo citizens. � e directory will create a huge communi-cation base between all Edos in the homeland and in the Diaspora in areas of:

1. Retailing2. Creativity3. Investment4. Recruitment5. Technology, etc.

� is process is to create a Yellow Page type directory to support Edo businesses. � is can be executed either through hard copy booklets or a Web Online Market Place with a link to the ENAWORLD-WIDE.ORG where prospective buyers can order goods and services

Professional Directory:ENAW hopes to also create a pool of Edo State professionals in Dias-pora to showcase their expertise and advocate the state government on their behalf for Sabbatical appointments or speci� c role portfolios that would be reserved for Edo professionals in Diaspora interested in serving and giving back to the state.

� e List would be updated periodically and shared with the Diaspo-ra community and linked to other website in Nigeria and Edo State in particular.

His Excellency Govenor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State, Nigeria

REVENUE GENERATIONLONGITUDINAL STRATEGYREVENUE� e executive will create a revenue stream for both operating and capital expenditure. ENAW is going to move forward and become � nancially viable in the long term. To this end executive will create an Economic development Committee with  mandates to:

1. Develop a long term strategic direction for ENAW Financial growth and sustainability. � e committee shall manage the ENAW 100 Club (VIP Member)2. Develop a yearly budget template for expenditure with the Presi-dent and approval from members of the council of presidents.Support the ENAW Club 100 with any additional idea to raise fund for ENAW.3. Help promote ENAW Virtuous image all over the World and en-courage non members to join ENAW4. Coordinate with local Presidents to pay their annual dues before or at the COP meeting, but not at the annual convention day

In addition to all of the above, the Economic team which shall include ENAW’s Financial Secretary and the Treasurer shall develop  a frugal management of executive expenditure by scheduling traveling plans in advance for a better priced tickets and coordinated payment of hotel accommodation for all executive  members

BUDGETA budget tied to anticipated revenue would be presented to the COP during the next COP meeting in California. We strongly encourage each association to meet their target to ensure that we can carry out your approved mandate.

POLITICAL ACTIVISM AND LEADERSHIP

The ENAW executive shall suggest to the Council of Presidents the establishment of a Leadership committee that will be responsible for supporting the present leadership as think-tank body and take step to search for the next quali� ed and credible leaders with a pedigree that can sustain the initiatives and projects of the ENAW. A. � e committee can explore the possibility of advocating for early election to the leadership position to allow a period of mentoring and orientation to the present vision by the present leadership teamB. � is policy think-tank committee of experts shall critic, review, respond, make proposals, and � nd ways to support policies that are bene� cial to the people of Edo state initiated by the EDSG C. � is committee would speci� cally explore and advocate to the Edo State government to revive the o� ce of Diaspora A� airs and the lead-ers of that o� ce be selected from Edo States indigenes actually based in the Diaspora. D. Other areas of importance are for the committee to develop a strategy to engage our brothers and sisters from the di� erent ethnic groups. 1. � ey shall create an opportunity for discussion and collaboration within a year. 2. � e committee shall continue to develop strategies for ENAW po-litical activism and strategic engagement with all levels of government in Nigeria.

COMMITTEESEconomic management committeeLeadershipWomenCultural/youthsMedical missionPark and Recreationpublicity Committee

Mrs. Katie Ogiamen-Salami National President, ENAW

Engineer Dr. Ogiemwonyi, Engineer Dr. Ogiemwonyi, Engineer Dr. Ogiemwonyi, Former Minister of Works Federal Former Minister of Works Federal Former Minister of Works Federal

Republic of Nigeria, is ENAW Club Republic of Nigeria, is ENAW Club Republic of Nigeria, is ENAW Club 100 distinguished member100 distinguished member100 distinguished member

CONSTITUTIONAL CONSIDERATION� e executive have recommendations to the council of presidents on areas that need review in our constitution on an ongoing basis for the e� ective running of our association.  A constitutional review has now become necessary to rede� ne membership and change various sections of the bylaws that needs revision

We are mindful and appreciative of the support from individuals and organizations that has made our projects and initiatives successful in the past. We call for more support from all stakeholders, members of various organization, businesses and individuals to ensure the suc-cessful implementation of all the proposed projects above.

Barrister Dickson Iyawe, Chairman Council of Presidents

Edo National AssociationWorldwide

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CRISIS IN EDO STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY:Enough is Enough

� e recent in� ghting within the legislature and squabbles at the government level leaves a lot to be desired.

In our view, the behavior of those concerned is an inexcusable exercise that put good governance, properties and lives at stake to the detri-ments of the common man and the electorates.

� ose perpetuating this in-� ghting promote a deliber-ate ploy to destabilize the peace in Edo State resulting in the delay of legislative ac-tivities and key govenmental initiatives.

ENAW hereby calls for peaceful resolution of the on-going crisis in the overall interest of the Edo people. All parties should not forget that sel� sh imbroglio does not provide solutions or put an end to problems, but rather the opposite. While not casting blame on any particular group or fashion, ENAW however siezes this opportunity to acknowledge the works and e� orts of the leadership of Governor Comrade Adams Oshiomhole for all the developmental initiatives that are visible in the length and breadth of the state since the incep-tion of his administartion.

We at ENAW will continue to monitor the a� airs of the State, and express our concerns as we may see � t regarding how our homeland of Edo State is currently managed. We pledge to do our altmost best to continue our support of various Edo State insfrastures and services.

We hope to be in Edo State in the month of December 2014, to con-tinue with our annual Medical Mission in collaboration with St. Ga-briel’s Medical Center and the Nigeria Nurses Association of North America. In addition, ENAW will be implemeting its phase two of the international park and recreation facilities located at Utekon in Benin-City during the same time period.

Our goal is to identify the best way to ensure e� ective collaboration with Edo State Government and the business community at home on various initiatives for the bene� t of the people of Edo State.  

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Honorable Uyi Igbe,Speaker Edo State House Of Assmbly