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Uzodimma Distributes Tinubu’s Rice To Five South East States
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has launched the distribution of truckloads of rice generously given by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of Christmas gifts and aid efforts for the five South East States.
The event occurred at the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Secretariat in Owerri where Governor Uzodimma highlighted that the rice supplies were personally donated by President Tinubu, aimed at supporting Christians in the South East region.
Consequently, he urged members of CAN to include President Tinubu’s administration in their prayers.
Expressing gratitude for the blessings that enabled people to overcome the trials of 2023, Governor Uzodimma remained optimistic that 2024 would bring about significant improvements for everyone.
Reflecting on May 29, 2023, Governor Uzodimma recalled President Tinubu’s initiatives aimed at economic recovery, alleviating hardships, bolstering the Naira, fostering economic growth, generating employment opportunities, and working towards the overall enhancement of Nigeria’s stature.
He said, “Though some of those policies came with initial pains, like the high cost of items in the market, the policies are meant to address these pains.
“Towards the end of last year, the Federal and state governments distributed palliative materials in Imo state, doing their best to send the materials to the nooks and crannies of the state.
“80 per cent of people living in the South East are Christians, and so Christmas celebration is taken as a very serious festival,”
The governor, representing the President’s dedication to the welfare of the populace, stressed the importance of extending relief and aid to citizens, especially during festive periods.
The governor highlighted the involvement of Imo State CAN to facilitate smooth distribution, noting that all Christians in the region fall under CAN’s umbrella.
Additionally, he assured that the Imo State Government would assist CAN with logistical support to transport the truckloads of rice to the Southeast states of Abia, Anambra, Enugu, Ebonyi, and Imo.
During his welcome speech, the Imo CAN Chairman, Rev. Eches Eches, praised President Tinubu for his endeavors in catering to the people’s well-being.
Further, Rev. Eches lauded Governor Uzodimma as “a compassionate advocate for both God and humanity,” acknowledging his commitment to advancing the interests of the Igbo community at the national level.
Eches also praised Uzodimma’s unwavering commitment to uplifting the Christian community in Imo State.
Adding to the acknowledgment, the five CAN Chairmen from the Southeast states presented the Governor with an African Study Bible, expressing gratitude for his continuous support towards the people and the Church.
In a heartwarming gesture, Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, has announced plans to arrange marriages for 100 female orphans who lost their parents to banditry in Mariga Local Government Area.
Sarkindaji stated that he will cover the grooms’ dowries and has already obtained all necessary items for the collective wedding event.
The selected girls were chosen from a group of 170, as part of the Speaker’s constituency empowerment project to support the underprivileged.
Sarkindaji further revealed that the Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, and the Emir of Kontagora, Alhaji Mohammed Barau, will serve as guardians for the 100 female orphans during their collective marriage ceremony.
The event, scheduled for May 24 in Bangi, Mariga Local Government Area, will also be attended by Sheikh Aminu Daurawa, the Kano State Commander General of the Hisbah Board.
Alfred “Al” Blaschke, aged 106 years and 327 days, has once again soared to new heights, reclaiming his Guinness World Records (GWR) title as the oldest person to tandem skydive.
With fearless determination, Blaschke took the plunge, defying gravity and reasserting his place in history.
However, his achievement was eclipsed when a Swedish woman, Rut Linnéa Ingegärd Larsson, aged 103 years and 259 days, took to the skies for a skydiving adventure, momentarily breaking his record.
“That was my dream […] I never thought I’d be around this long,” Al said at the time.
Blaschke’s first skydive occurred three years earlier, on his 100th birthday.
In his latest feat, at the age of 106 years and 327 days old, Blaschke reclaimed his title with another daring skydiving adventure.
Notably, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott joined him on this occasion, experiencing his inaugural jump alongside the seasoned daredevil.
Blaschke told GWR, “If you think you can’t, you’re just underestimating yourself. Everyone is more capable than they think. They just need to make the decision to try.”
Subscribers of DSTV and GOtv in Nigeria have been notified of upcoming service disruptions from Sunday, May 5, to Tuesday, May 7, due to ongoing construction on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.
DStv reassured its customers via social media that technical staff will be relocating a facility within the right-of-way to minimize service interruptions during this time.
The statement read, “Our uplink facility will be impacted by the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road construction project. As a result, we are forced to relocate.
“From Sunday, May 5, 2024 to Tuesday May 7, 2024, our technical team will be working tirelessly to relocate and minimise disruptions during the exercise.
“We appreciate your patience and understanding during this period and remain dedicated to delivering the quality service and support you expect from DStv and GOtv.”
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