Chris Ngige, AC Candidate Leads Gov. Obi and Soludo In Anambra
Nov 17th, 2009 | By admin | Category: Front Page Story
Ahead February 6, 2010 Anambra State governorship elections, stakeholders and media ranking tip Dr Chris Ngige, gubernatorial candidate of the Action Congress (AC) as the candidate to beat in a free and fair election.
A cross section views, opinion and analysis by leaders of thought, stakeholders and media inside and outside the State rank Dr Ngige ahead his two closest contenders, incumbent Governor Peter Obi of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) and Prof Charles Soludo of the PDP. The trio is ranked as the top three contenders.
Dr Ngige, former governor of the State emerged top in all indices used in analysis of the chances of each candidate.
Ironically, the same factors from which Dr Ngige was rated higher in the analysis, was seen as the albatross of the two close runners-up, Gov. Obi and Prof Soludo.
For instance, regarding performance in public office earlier held, for example governorship, Dr Ngige was rated very high while incumbent Gov. Obi was remarked as suffering credibility problems especially with regards to the over N250 million cash found with his aide by the police in Lagos which he (Obi) had not satisfactorily accounted for. While Prof. Soludo is haunted by the rot discovered in the banks he had earlier in January 2009 described as being safe and sound by his successor as Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mallam Lamido Sanusi.
In terms of party cohesion and mobilization, the squabbles and confrontations in APGA, and the gimmicks of anti-Soludo’s forces in the PDP were respectively compared and contrasted with the solid cohesion and harmony in the AC. Again, Dr Ngige emerged tops.
While Governor Obi has monopolized the state-owned ABS Radio/TV for his own publicity and propaganda against opponents, Dr Ngige soars higher in popularity. Alas, the people regard the PDP as parasitic and a band of gangsters out for their personal gain.
In his analysis Awka-based Geoffrey Anyanwu, a journalist with an major national newspaper describes Dr Chris Ngige “as a household name in the state as his three years in office between 2003 and 2006 brought liberation to the state and development too. Ngige, who is the AC standard bearer, showed, for the first time, that government could work for the people. He fought the federal might led by former President Olusegun Obasanjo to a standstill and yet worked for the people, like no government before him had done.
“Ngige is so revered at the grassroots that he is the greatest nightmare of Peter Obi, his APGA and the PDP. However he appears to soar higher , as all the campaign against him by APGA and the Obi Government has rather popularized him the more.
“Political pundits say that with the influence he wields at the grassroots, Ngige needs only prayers for the elections to be free and fair to return to Government House. His followership is said to cause jitters to his opponents. This, it was gathered caused his illegal ban by the INEC from 2007 elections in which PDP fielded Andy Uba.” Anyanwu states.
In their analysis, two other journalists, Messrs Vin Ujumadu, also Awka-based and Sam Nwaoko, tip Dr Ngige as being far ahead of his opponents.
“Ngige stands an equal chance with Governor Obi and Professor Soludo as they are considered the frontrunners in the race.
“However, it is said that the same antecedents of strength of character and brevity could work against him as those who fought him between 2003 and 2006 would still be waiting on the wings to scuttle his ambition.” Writes Nwaoko after a tour of the State.
For Ujumadu, Anambra remembers Dr Ngige with nostalgia “His three years as governor of the state between 2003 and 2006 before he was removed by election tribunal marked the beginning of infrastructural development in Anambra State, especially in road construction.
“Before his assumption of office, most roads in the state were impassable and the manner he embarked on road rehabilitation made him very popular with the people.
“He was the only candidate that stood for the primaries on the platform of AC and members of the party were unanimous in electing him as their candidate” Ujumadu argued.
According to Eric Osagie, a newspaper columnist, Dr Ngige “had every reason to beat his chest in broad light. He had solid achievements to boast of. Having lost out with his benefactors and disdained in Aso Rock, smart Ngige had aligned himself with his people, working for them, providing them purposeful leadership. I haven’t visited Awka or any part of Anambra in a long while, but I am told that the former governor left his foot prints in the sand of time.
“Any way, Ngige became admired for his service to the people and his courageous, albeit audacious posture in the face of the weapons of mass destruction targeted against him by Aso Rock.”
Mr. Alabi Williams, an Assistant Political Editor with the Guardian writes that Ngige “left with a legacy that the people could still connect with. He battled the strong men of PDP to the last; and he left with the impression that he did it on behalf of the people. He could ask the people to trust him again”
Dr Jideofor Adibe a public affairs analyst submits that “Whatever his critics may say, Dr Chris Ngige was perhaps the first Governor of the state to pay workers salary on time and construct roads on a scale never seen before in the state. It is generally believed that after Ngige, it will be really difficult for any Governor of the state to use insufficient receipts from the Federation Account to justify non-performance or to owe teachers and other state government functionaries their salary for months. However, while Ngige remains popular in the state, his candidacy is likely to face a number of challenges:
“In the 2010 election, the compassion reserved for an underdog will not be there. It will simply be Dr Ngige and other candidates selling themselves to the electorate.”
Governor Obi for instance claims he has outperformed Ngige in his signature road construction and timely payment of salaries. It is worth noting that for his 33 months of magic, Dr Ngige only collected N42 billion, while Gov. Obi has collected N118 billion for about the same period.
A political stalwart and former commissioner in the State, Chief Charles Amillo underscores the fact that an outstanding attribute of Dr Ngige is his integrity and accountability in the management of public funds. Anambra people must not forget that despite the abruptness of his departure from the Government House, he leftover N12 billion in the treasury. “we know that those in the race with him do not measure up in terms of accountability.
“I know that Dr Ngige is far ahead in this race, he is the people’s choice, and I know that Anambra people want to move forward from the era of godfathers”
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Let Ac work very well in Anambra and gain the state for Ac
Wishing Ngige best of luck.
Ngige and co should be more vigilance, knowing fully well the antics of PDP most especially.
Chris Ngige please take us to the promised land. Do not mind your critics since God will help and see you through. Onwa!!!
In terms of popularity,visionary,people oriented and highly focused on change,Action Congress is leading fast.So its never a new thing seeing Ngige leading all other contestants.But my prayer is may the good Lord deliverred Anambra as one of the AC states come Feb.,2010,amen.
I have traced the history of Ngige right from when he was the Governor in Anambra. His achievements can attest to this. So he should be given the chance because it is God that has sent him to deliver his people from poverty. He is the man of the people. Dr Ngige, go on with your ambition. God is with you.
Dr. Chris Ngige is noted for his steadfastness and sincerity when it comes to human development and infrastructural facilities in Anambra State. In the light of the above, he stands the chance of winning the election and should be supported.
ACTION CONGRESS OUR TIME HAS COME.
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Ngige.-The TESTED,TRIED AND TRUSTED is the person we know come Feb.6.2010
Ngige should go ahead, he is the God’s sent and I will be happy if he will even become a president of Nigeria so that Nigerians can say bye to poverty. GOD BLESS NGIGE. I wish I can get in contact with Ngige, I will let him know that he is not alone that most people from Nigeria that is living in USA are all praying for him because, he is that God’s sent that can provide Nigeria with that primary need of humans.
GOD BE WITH YOU DR CHRIS NGIGE.
Carry go Dr chris Ngige,the entire AC supporters nation wide are behind u wit our prayers the good Lord will deliver Anambra state to u in Jesus name,amen.
I TOTALLY DISAGREE WITH YOUR WRITE UP. I DO NOT THINK IT REFLECTS THE FEELING OF A TYPICAL ANAMBARIANS. GUESS NGIGE IS UP TO HIS TRICKS AGAIN. THIS TIME AROUND WITH SOME ROOKIES
THAT MUST HAVE DROPPED OUT OF SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM. NGIGE IS NOT A GENTLE MAN AT ALL, HE IS JUST ANOTHER CON MAN THAT I SHOULD CHASE OUT OF THE YARD.
All am going to say is that Dr chris ngige is the man of action. am not a politician or a brother to him but am inspired by the good work that GOD has used him to do in the lives of every anambrarian.
i think people should give him the chance because i believe GOD will use him to deliver anambra state.
Ngige carry on we are your supporter and god wil help til the end of your life
Ngige carry on we are your supporter and god wil help til the end of your life and u wil surely be the governor of Anambra state
Ngige carry on we are your supporter and god wil help til the end of your life and u wil surely be the governor of Anambra state n u wil govern dem wit fear of God n no more any other party wil conquer ur indomie party.
Ngige carry on we are your supporter and god wil help til the end of your life and u wil surely be the governor of Anambra state n u wil govern dem wit fear of God.
Up ngige up A.C no more wahala party in Nigeria
We wil countiune like dis God wil take control
We wil countiune like dis God wil take control of our party which is A.C
@ xana, AMENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
Defender, reports like these could make Ngige’s supporters to assume that “i don’t need to be at the poll in the face of overwhelming support Ngige commands’. Ngige’s supporters must go out to vote and ensure their votes count on 6 february 2010.
surely, we have to vote. supporting with mouths cannot help the situation
My Oga Ngigi! I wish u God’s favour! We love you!
Hope is on the way for the people of Anambra State come February 6, 2010.
Anambra State will once again be liberated from political struggles and leadership inexperience.
The people of Anambra State tasted outstanding leadership under Dr. Chris Ngige and quick enough to separate gimmicks and unfulfilled promises of Peter Obi’s Aministration. Opinion poll indicated that the people of Anambra State are sick and tired of snail and unfufiling administration of Peter Obi. Peter is fond of hiding behind other people’s achievement and interested in seeking acolades. I will say to Mr. Peter Obi, let the people and history judge you. however, the people have not judged you right and only left for history to complete it’s verdict.
Still hidding behind Ikemba Dim Odimegwu Ojukwu to save your job after February 6, 2010? think again because you will be the biggest looser! You failed Anambra State and we cannot let you continue training on job, you have cost Anambra people enough!
When will people stop mixing small truth with big lies, Dr Ngige can not be compared with Mr Peter Obi, Obi’s achievement is too far more than that of Dr Ngige,
have you heard that he did any other thing accept roads but Obi beat him hands down on that sector,
now, what about other sectors like; health, education, land and housing, security, environment, justice, commerce and industries, sports and youth development, water resources to mention but a few,
Ngige is a Doctor but nothing on health sector but i will use that sector as case study to give a little light about the man called Gov Peter Obi,
Obi is simply the best and unbeatable.
When will people stop mixing small truth with big lies, Dr Ngige can not be compared with Mr Peter Obi, Obi’s achievement is too far more than that of Dr Ngige,
have you heard that he did any other thing accept roads but Obi beat him hands down on that sector,
now, what about other sectors like; health, education, land and housing, security, environment, justice, commerce and industries, sports and youth development, water resources to mention but a few,
Ngige is a Doctor but he did nothing on health sector but i will use that sector as case study to give a little light about the man called Gov Peter Obi,
Obi is simply the best and unbeatable.
Onye Anambra , thanks my brow. i was just beginning to wonder if i was the only sane man in this forum. as u rightly said, obi worked in all sectors, while ngige only built 191km of roads do u fellas know that peter built 420km of roads. check ur facts…………. all ye enemies of anambra state.
A must read; meanwhile i need answers to two questions
1, why will a none indigine / resident of Anambra commenting on her destiny(who governs the state)?
2, why will one tell a lie just to get supporters?
3 why not let we Anambralians who live in the state choose who we want (Gov Peter Obi) Okwute ndi Igbo.
— On Mon, 1/25/10, Emmanuel Mbonu wrote:
Subject: Ngige and Peter Obi Monday, January 25, 2010, 3:21 PM
I have read Mr. Josef Omorotionmwan many times and i can say that he is a writer to be taken seriously. He hardly dwells on personalities, but you see him often attacking societal ills and all those that promote them. He is an angry writer; his anger is directed at vices, betraying his deep rooted love for the enthronement of a civilized society. That I commend Mr. Josef’s bent of ideas does not mean that there are some of his articles that i do not detest. If i am left to judge, my verdict will be: “He has written good and bad articles according to my selective bias.’’ Talking about his bad pieces, the piece of January 7, 2010 entitled
“Choice Before Anambra People” was certainly the worst. It is not the worst in terms of contents or flow of his prose, but because he was conned to write the piece. Possibly, those close to Dr. Chris Ngige must have fed him with lies about Anambra State. Or was it deliberate as he is a member of Action Congress (AC), Ngige’s political party? He raised so many issues, where the truth belonging to Peter Obi was ascribed to Dr. Ngige. Comparing both, he said of Obi: “His administration built many houses, particularly office blocks.” On
Ngige, he wrote: “In spite of the shaky nature of his administration, he touched every sector of the economy like never before.” Let me clarify the foregoing by first explaining that there is no basis for comparing Ngige and Obi. What Aristotle said that comparing the educated and the uneducated is comparing the living and the dead is apt here. We may pardon Josef for this comparison blunder because he is neither from Anambra nor resident in the State. To explain to him and others confused on Anambra as he certainly is, the bent of Ngige and Obi’s government, let me quote Mr. Seth Mbam:”Ngige’s dread of Obi arose from Obi’s tremendous achievements that have rubbished Ngige’s record. Whereas Ngige did only roads which he concentrated in his Idemili axis, Obi came and embarked on multi-sectoral development which he spread across the length and breadth of the State.” This is easily verifiable. Ngige did 191 kilometers of road, while Obi has surpassed 420 kilometers. This is as far as the comparison can go. Talking about other sectors, Ngige did simply nothing. We can use a few sectors to illustrate. Ngige is a medical doctor, but during his tenure, no single health institution was accredited in Anambra State. Today, while one can say that he did nothing in that sector, Obi has done a lot. Obi has completely rehabilitated Onitsha General Hospital, which is today accredited. Today Amaku General Hospital is not only at the verge of being accredited, it is being built by Obi into a Teaching Hospital. As I write, Obi has completed nine buildings in the hospital: Central
Pharmaceutical Stores, House Officers’ Quarters, Consultants’ Clinic, General Out Patients’ Clinic, Expanded Theatre, Male Ward, Female Ward, Special Ward and Cold Room for storing Vaccines. Just
on January 8, foundations for the Pharmacology, Pathology, Administrative, Laboratory, College of Medicine and Radiology blocks, five in all, were laid. The state had equally taken delivery of a ten
40-foot container of hospital equipment containing state-of-the art equipment such as CT scan. Still on the health sector, hospitals were built such as the General Hospital at Umueri, Cottage Hospital at Umunze and Psychiatric Hospital at Nawfia. For the first time, Anambra State is today renovating 15 General Hospitals in Ossamalla, Okija, Agulu, Amanuke, Umuchu and others. School of Nursing and Midwifery at Nkpor and Health Technology Obosi were all accredited during Obi’s regime. There are many other developments in the health sector, where Ngige did nothing. In the area of education, as in other areas, Gov Obi has done marvelously. While Ngige did nothing in this areas, Obi has built about 15 structures at the Anambra State University. These are not bogus claims, some of them are the faculties of Law, Mass
Communication, Biological Sciences and Social Sciences. Obi has started the development of the Permanent Site of the Institution with the commencement of five more buildings and fencing of the
areas totaling
about 27 kilometres. Other educational institutions are
receiving
similar attention. On January 6, 2010, 108 30 KVA generators were
provided to the State’s Secondary Schools, while many of them have been provided with laboratories, computers and boreholes.
There is no
town in Anambra State where work on schools is
not on
today, the project is golfing about 7.6 billion as Anambra has 177 towns.
One can take the developments sector by sector and it is
the same
story. I therefore wonder where Josef got his information
if not from
Ngige himself or his supporters who are ardent disciples in
falsifying
information.
If you may recall, initially, when the government of Obi was not
advertising, Ngige went to towns saying he was not doing
anything. The
moment the man started advertising, Ngige now says he merely completed his projects. Obi completed some on-going projects and
initiated many
others. Some of the projects he completed were even started
in the
70s, example of which is the giant Ministry of Justice
building at
Onitsha. As a Governor for three years, Ngige did only roads he built in his local Government and some other places. He did no
Subject: Ngige and Peter Obi Monday, January 25, 2010, 3:21 PM
I have read Mr. Josef Omorotionmwan many times and i can say that he is a writer to be taken seriously. He hardly dwells on personalities, but you see him often attacking societal ills and all those that promote them. He is an angry writer; his anger is directed at vices, betraying his deep rooted love for the enthronement of a civilized society. That I commend Mr. Josef’s bent of ideas does not mean that there are some of his articles that i do not detest. If i am left to judge, my verdict will be: “He has written good and bad articles according to my selective bias.’’ Talking about his bad pieces, the piece of January 7, 2010 entitled
“Choice Before Anambra People” was certainly the worst. It is not the worst in terms of contents or flow of his prose, but because he was conned to write the piece. Possibly, those close to Dr. Chris Ngige must have fed him with lies about Anambra State. Or was it deliberate as he is a member of Action Congress (AC), Ngige’s political party? He raised so many issues, where the truth belonging to Peter Obi was ascribed to Dr. Ngige. Comparing both, he said of Obi: “His administration built many houses, particularly office blocks.” On
Ngige, he wrote: “In spite of the shaky nature of his administration, he touched every sector of the economy like never before.” Let me clarify the foregoing by first explaining that there is no basis for comparing Ngige and Obi. What Aristotle said that comparing the educated and the uneducated is comparing the living and the dead is apt here. We may pardon Josef for this comparison blunder because he is neither from Anambra nor resident in the State. To explain to him and others confused on Anambra as he certainly is, the bent of Ngige and Obi’s government, let me quote Mr. Seth Mbam:”Ngige’s dread of Obi arose from Obi’s tremendous achievements that have rubbished Ngige’s record. Whereas Ngige did only roads which he concentrated in his Idemili axis, Obi came and embarked on multi-sectoral development which he spread across the length and breadth of the State.” This is easily verifiable. Ngige did 191 kilometers of road, while Obi has surpassed 420 kilometers. This is as far as the comparison can go. Talking about other sectors, Ngige did simply nothing. We can use a few sectors to illustrate. Ngige is a medical doctor, but during his tenure, no single health institution was accredited in Anambra State. Today, while one can say that he did nothing in that sector, Obi has done a lot. Obi has completely rehabilitated Onitsha General Hospital, which is today accredited. Today Amaku General Hospital is not only at the verge of being accredited, it is being built by Obi into a Teaching Hospital. As I write, Obi has completed nine buildings in the hospital: Central
Pharmaceutical Stores, House Officers’ Quarters, Consultants’ Clinic, General Out Patients’ Clinic, Expanded Theatre, Male Ward, Female Ward, Special Ward and Cold Room for storing Vaccines. Just
on January 8, foundations for the Pharmacology, Pathology, Administrative, Laboratory, College of Medicine and Radiology blocks, five in all, were laid. The state had equally taken delivery of a ten
40-foot container of hospital equipment containing state-of-the art equipment such as CT scan. Still on the health sector, hospitals were built such as the General Hospital at Umueri, Cottage Hospital at Umunze and Psychiatric Hospital at Nawfia. For the first time, Anambra State is today renovating 15 General Hospitals in Ossamalla, Okija, Agulu, Amanuke, Umuchu and others. School of Nursing and Midwifery at Nkpor and Health Technology Obosi were all accredited during Obi’s regime. There are many other developments in the health sector, where Ngige did nothing. In the area of education, as in other areas, Gov Obi has done marvelously. While Ngige did nothing in this areas, Obi has built about 15 structures at the Anambra State University. These are not bogus claims, some of them are the faculties of Law, Mass
Communication, Biological Sciences and Social Sciences. Obi has started the development of the Permanent Site of the Institution with the commencement of five more buildings and fencing of the
areas totaling
about 27 kilometres. Other educational institutions are
receiving
similar attention. On January 6, 2010, 108 30 KVA generators were
provided to the State’s Secondary Schools, while many of them have been provided with laboratories, computers and boreholes.
There is no
town in Anambra State where work on schools is
not on
today, the project is golfing about 7.6 billion as Anambra has 177 towns.
One can take the developments sector by sector and it is
the same
story. I therefore wonder where Josef got his information
if not from
Ngige himself or his supporters who are ardent disciples in
falsifying
information.
If you may recall, initially, when the government of Obi was not
advertising, Ngige went to towns saying he was not doing
anything. The
moment the man started advertising, Ngige now says he merely completed his projects. Obi completed some on-going projects and
initiated many
others. Some of the projects he completed were even started
in the
70s, example of which is the giant Ministry of Justice
building at
Onitsha. As a Governor for three years, Ngige did only roads he built in his local Government and some other places.
To be continued, the next will be more explosive b/c i leave in the state,
thnks.
Those who are analysing the Anambra governorship elections without making themselves available to vote are only making noise.
Only the voters will determine who will rule them.
Analysts cannot do that and their opinion may not even be read by the voters not to talk of heeding them.
He did not even complete on-going projects. Even the
government buildings that were burnt down by his rivals during his regime (2004 mehem) were rebuilt by Peter Obi inwhich he spent only 40 million whereas Ngige had estimated that it will cost about 260 million. this project in which he saved about 200 million was the reason for his impeachement. Some months ago, Ngige told the story of how he acquired land for the construction of the State Secretariat and fenced it. He said this because he did not know how to claim that he set up the building. IRONICALLY, at the time he was saying this, the place had not been fenced. He claims he did the Zik’s Avenue, started by Governor Obi. A few weeks ago, in a Radio programe, he claimed he acquired a land for the Goat Sellers of Upper Iweka at Ogbunike and provided them with facilities, when, in fact, that parcel of land was acquired last year over which the Nation newspaper even wrote an editorial congratulating Obi for showing example on the need to provide an alternative for people before relocating them. Ngige is known in Anambra for inspecting projects Obi even started and claiming them as his. I have written the foregoing as a caveat for writers to beware of Ngige and his numerous lies. He sees telling lies as part of politics when it is enough reason for men of goodwill to question his character. Talking about the money Ngige and Obi received, Ngige characteristically says he received N42 Billion and that Obi received N130 Billion. First of all, one ought to ask oneself if there are other major sources of revenue the country discovered to make it so. Ngige is overwhelmed by the level of Obi’s achievements and created the fiction about money received to convince people on why Obi out-performed him. let me not go into details of who received what amount, but just to submit that Ngige actually received more money. For those wondering where Obi gets the money to prosecute his numerous projects, let me explain that 40 per cent of what he does is from goodwill donations by people. The 108 generators were mostly from goodwill and not State’s money just as the new Prof. Kenneth Dike Central Library, the refuse disposal vehicles, ANIDS vehicles etc. But without conceding that Obi received more money, let us be rational a moment and compare what Ngige paid as salary and what Obi is paying – about double of what Ngige paid. Ngige’s subvention to the Nwafor Orizu College of Education was N15 million, whereas Obi’s is N45 million. When Obi came in, Anambra pensioners were owed 18 months salaries, which he has cleared. Under Ngige, a bag of cement was N800 Naira, but today it is about N1600. All i am saying is that any comparison should be objective and matter-of-fact. Trying to present Ngige as having suffered so much because of the State is laughable. Ngige suffered nothing; of course he enslaved the State rather than salvage it. He was justifiably punished for his transgression of going to Okija shrine and trying to play smart among his fellow thieves of mandate. But Obi is the one who really suffered stolen mandate, unlawful impeachment and tenure abortion midway – he braved all these and ended up enriching Nigeria’s jurisprudence. Concluding, Joseph mentioned that Obi flagged off his campaign on November 21, where Governor Godswill Akpabio and Chief Don Etiebet came. If Ngige told you this, is it not enough for you to understand the man? Obi flagged off his campaign on December 17. The high point of that flag off was where the foremost Igbo patriot, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, a man not easily deceived and who offers praises in small doses, gave Obi a full dose by confessing his happiness with Obi’s achievements and begged the people of Anambra to vote him for a second tenure – a convincing summary of what Obi stands
for.
I rest my case,
NDEWONU.
He did not even complete on-going projects. Even the
government buildings that were burnt down by his rivals during his regime (2004 mehem) were rebuilt by Peter Obi inwhich he spent only 40 million whereas Ngige had estimated that it will cost about 260 million. this project in which he saved about 200 million was the reason for his impeachement. Some months ago, Ngige told the story of how he acquired land for the construction of the State Secretariat and fenced it. He said this because he did not know how to claim that he set up the building. IRONICALLY, at the time he was saying this, the place had not been fenced. He claims he did the Zik’s Avenue, started by Governor Obi. A few weeks ago, in a Radio programe, he claimed he acquired a land for the Goat Sellers of Upper Iweka at Ogbunike and provided them with facilities, when, in fact, that parcel of land was acquired last year over which the Nation newspaper even wrote an editorial congratulating Obi for showing example on the need to provide an alternative for people before relocating them. Ngige is known in Anambra for inspecting projects Obi even started and claiming them as his. I have written the foregoing as a caveat for writers to beware of Ngige and his numerous lies. He sees telling lies as part of politics when it is enough reason for men of goodwill to question his character. Talking about the money Ngige and Obi received, Ngige characteristically says he received N42 Billion and that Obi received N130 Billion. First of all, one ought to ask oneself if there are other major sources of revenue the country discovered to make it so. Ngige is overwhelmed by the level of Obi’s achievements and created the fiction about money received to convince people on why Obi out-performed him. let me not go into details of who received what amount, but just to submit that Ngige actually received more money. For those wondering where Obi gets the money to prosecute his numerous projects, let me explain that 40 per cent of what he does is from goodwill donations by people. The 108 generators were mostly from goodwill and not State’s money just as the new Prof. Kenneth Dike Central Library, the refuse disposal vehicles, ANIDS vehicles etc. But without conceding that Obi received more money, let us be rational a moment and compare what Ngige paid as salary and what Obi is paying – about double of what Ngige paid. Ngige’s subvention to the Nwafor Orizu College of Education was N15 million, whereas Obi’s is N45 million. When Obi came in, Anambra pensioners were owed 18 months salaries, which he has cleared. Under Ngige, a bag of cement was N800 Naira, but today it is about N1600. All i am saying is that any comparison should be objective and matter-of-fact. Trying to present Ngige as having suffered so much because of the State is laughable. Ngige suffered nothing; of course he enslaved the State rather than salvage it. He was justifiably punished for his transgression of going to Okija shrine and trying to play smart among his fellow thieves of mandate. But Obi is the one who really suffered stolen mandate, unlawful impeachment and tenure abortion midway – he braved all these and ended up enriching Nigeria’s jurisprudence. Concluding, Joseph mentioned that Obi flagged off his campaign on November 21, where Governor Godswill Akpabio and Chief Don Etiebet came. If Ngige told you this, is it not enough for you to understand the man? Obi flagged off his campaign on December 17. The high point of that flag off was where the foremost Igbo patriot, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, a man not easily deceived and who offers praises in small doses, gave Obi a full dose by confessing his happiness with Obi’s achievements and begged the people of Anambra to vote him for a second tenure – a convincing summary of what Obi stands
for.
I rest my case,
NDEWONU !.
Mr. Josef Omorotionmwan i need you to comment on Godwithus and onyeanambra’s comment. But if you cant just tell us how much Ngige gave you maybe we umu-anambra may forgive you for your ignorance. Or better still , just forget anambra and do your job.
i really dislike all these war fare. the truth is simple………. nGIGE IS A COWBOY. A CON MAN AND A LIAR. WHILE oBI IS A MISER, THAT IS OBSESSED WITH DEVELOPING THE STATE. ………. QED
But why would this kind of important infomation be coming up on this Osun people’s website or those Anambra people not have a website?
These informations are eye opener
NGIGE KA ANYI GA ESO!!!
my dear governor ngige allways bear in mind that we the good people of anambra state are behind you.pdp and other party in our state ;let me remind you that we anambarians have found out the diffirent between capital b and cow leg.ngige will come back as our governor.
Praise God, Obi has won with 97,000 while Ngige is 65,000, Soludo 58,000, victory to Anambra people, ie we are sure of the next four year.
Anambra is really a God’s own state, a state for justice; yes the light of the nation indeed by slogan. Thanks to the almighty God who in confirmation, sent us another PETER (rock) for a strong foundation of a new anambra state. Hence I’m concerned, the Feb. 6th election in anambra state has come and past; and has no problems, it is even the best one ever had in the country and I’m glad it started from anambra state, my own state. There is no need spending money unnecessarily in the name of complaints to court, instead let those money be brought out for the sponsorship of the poor ones in our communities. UNU ANUGO?
AC is a party for the west. No wonder this nonsense write-up.
Political jingoism at its extreme.
Anambra people have proved you wrong! They’ve elected Obi as their governor so you can see your prediction is totally based on a fallacy.
This osundefender write-up is just a totally biased crankshaft of extremely repugnant heresies!
Damn!!!
AC is a party for the west. No wonder this nonsense write-up.
Political jingoism at its extreme.
Anambra people have proved you wrong! They’ve elected Obi as their governor so you can see your prediction is totally based on fallacies.
This osundefender write-up is just a totally biased crankshaft of extremely repugnant heresies!
Damn!!!