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Izombe Voice Worldwide, Ogbafor Market, Izombe (2026)

07/01/2026

IZOMBE BEYOND ADMINISTRATION; SOLVING THE NITTY GRITTY AND OTHER OVERLAPPING PROBLEMS BEDEVILING THE COMMUNITY - CHALLENGES BEFORE THE NEW EXECUTIVE.

BY IHEJIRIKA BENEDICT CHIDI (IBC).

Factually stated, a new dawn has dawn on our noble land considering the baton of leadership that has shifted from the erstwhile Town Union executive to the new executive of the central union.

This new executive, ably led by Hon Desmond Emeka Anujuru has shown promising glimpses of a new Izombe as showcased in the speech he presented at his inauguration.

The speech made is an embodiment of belief, progress and growth for our community. Now, looking back and drawing inference from the speech, it is underlying facts to present to the executive that, our problems don't only revolve around the peace, unity and development of the community but certain uprisings that we may have overlooked maybe due to inefficient leadership, have undermined the community.

Our President General - Hon Desmond Emeka Anujuru, as we undertake this new era in our history with you as the sailor, these areas need urgent and serious attention;

*Transportation - in Izombe, there is no regulation on the prices of transportation. This act has caused Izombians more pain than ever mostly during Yuletide seasons. Public commuters and transporters incessantly increase fare without recourse. This season's increment was so debilitating that, PMS, Ago and other products never added more rather than went down, yet, these men did what they did because, it won't be addressed by anyone. Sir, your arrival is a signal of hope for our community, as such, addressing this area will be highly beneficial to our people.

*Food commodities - At Ogbafor Izombe precisely, the overbearing influence of unions has dangerously affected the inhabitants of Izombians in terms of certain food stuffs like, meat, ice fish, buying and selling of ugu and more. Izombe resident in Izombe knows more about this and can tell more. Truthfully, the state of unregulated prices in the food commodities is alarming and needs to be addressed to get our community functioning.

*Autonomous Dichotomy - As we look forward with hope and belief, the management of the disparities from the four Autonomous communities in the clan is a concern. We cannot feign it that, we do not have this clog in our wheel of progress. Our resources have been divided through this arrangement and nothing works at the centre as a result. We must seek for an avenue to address this uproar and stick to a central or defining point.
We used to have our central scholarship , we have Izombe Secondary Commercial School, Federal medical center annex, Ogbafor market, central School Izombe, Nnehe Eke, Okorosha festival and many more. These are identities of the clan that cannot be erased but the autonomous which is concomitant with administrative convenience has gulped us of our collective norms.

The division stems UPTO the operation of the oil companies operating in our land. None of the operations of these companies bear another name outside Izombe but once it gets to community social responsibility, they refrain. On it still, One of the evils that was done to us remains the JISIKE creation. Today, the same division that was intended to deprive other communities from these blessings of God have spurred back to somewhat accommodate the communities as less impacted. Sir, we have a lot to work on, to get Izombe working centrally and not divisively.

To be continued!

30/12/2025

𝐀 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞: 𝐔𝐦𝐮𝐨𝐤𝐰𝐮 𝐈𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐤𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐚 ‘𝐃𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐔𝐝𝐨’

Umuokwu Izombe Development Association (UIDA) has expressed profound gratitude to Inspector Vincent Chika Okebata for his outstanding contributions to the restoration of peace and security in the community. This appreciation was formally conveyed as he was bestowed with the traditional title “DIKE UDO,” meaning Warrior of Peace.

The honour was conferred in recognition of Inspector Okebata’s exceptional and selfless efforts in safeguarding lives and property, strengthening community security, and promoting lasting peace not only in Umuokwu Izombe but also in surrounding areas. His professionalism, courage, and people-oriented approach to policing have earned him widespread respect and admiration among community members.

The ceremony attracted a large gathering and featured a “who is who” of the community, including traditional rulers, community leaders, elders, youth representatives, and members of various associations. The event was marked by goodwill messages, cultural displays, and expressions of appreciation for Inspector Okebata’s service and commitment.

In his response, Inspector Vincent Chika Okebata expressed deep humility and gratitude for the honour bestowed upon him. He described the title as a call to greater responsibility and pledged to remain dedicated to serving his people with integrity, fairness, and renewed commitment. He noted that the recognition has further strengthened his resolve to work tirelessly for peace, unity, and development within the community.

The event concluded with prayers and goodwill messages, as community members reaffirmed their support for initiatives that promote security, harmony, and progress in Umuokwu Izombe and beyond.

29/12/2025

After the Convention, What Next?

On the 26th of December 2025, the people of Izombe gathered in their numbers and spoke with one voice. They elected Hon. Desmond Emeka Anujuru to lead them for the next four years. It was a moment filled with hope, expectation, and deep reflection on the journey so far and the road ahead.

The question on many lips is simple but weighty. What will Hon. Desmond do differently for a clan that is still healing? Izombe is a clan recovering from the scars of devastating insecurity, a period that shook families, disrupted livelihoods, and weakened trust among the people.

Izombe is a clan where all five primary schools are in a state of serious disrepair, classrooms standing as silent reminders of neglect. Education, which should be the foundation of the future, has suffered greatly. A people without functional schools risk losing not just knowledge, but direction.

The social fabric of Izombe has equally been stretched. Politics has divided brothers and sisters, while many educated youths have found themselves reduced to praise singing for careless politicians instead of standing as voices of reason and progress. Leadership, which should inspire unity and purpose, has too often fueled division.

More troubling is the situation of the four autonomous communities in Izombe, where leadership structures are imposed through local government authority rather than emerging from the genuine will of the people.

Against this backdrop, the emergence of Hon. Desmond Emeka Anujuru presents both an opportunity and a heavy responsibility. Can he unite Izombe? Can he rise above entrenched interests and personal loyalties to place the clan first? Is this enormous task within the reach of his resolve and courage?

Many sincerely hope that the new President General will be bold enough to look powerful interests in the eye and speak with honesty and firmness. That he will say, with all due respect, come back home. Come back and fix our schools. Come back and restore our Federal Medical Center. Come back and help rebuild a clan that has given so much yet received so little.

Leadership at this moment demands more than fine speeches. It demands healing, inclusion, and a clear vision backed by action. It demands the courage to confront wrongs, the wisdom to unite differing voices, and the humility to serve rather than rule.

All eyes are now on our new President General. The expectations are high, the challenges are real, and the time for excuses is over. Izombe stands at a crossroads.

Interesting times indeed lie ahead.

29/12/2025

HON MRS IHESIE UNVEILS WOMEN SUPPORT AND EMPOWERMENT NETWORK FOR THE VOICELESS WOMEN

Her immense desire to restore the dignity of women in a society mostly dominated by men has stir up a socialite, philanthropist, role model and the voice of the voiceless, Hon Mrs Nkeiruka Ihesie to prop up the women and girl-child who were relegated to the background not because of incapacity nor the requisite value to match up with the modern acceptable social flows but because nature has made them women.

No one has noticed this age long deficiency but the shrewd Nkeiruka recognised it, hence promptly matched it up with by founding this non partisan, non governmental and non interest organization called Women Support And Empowerment Network For The Voiceless Women to restore the deprived voices, restore the dignity of women, girl-child and reassured the poor and the vulnerable that there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Hon Mrs Nkeiruka Ihesie, the founder of this noble organization stated that the only way to put an end to this bad rubbish against women is embrace platform like WOSENVOW to put a permanent end to gender discrimination, violence against women , women marginalization, financial dependency, lack of equal rights and opportunities for their effective contribution to the overall development of our society.

Furthermore, Hon Ihesie in her address emphasize
"The only way to emancipate the womenfolk or girlchild from this perpetual men suppression in to equip our girl child with diverse skills, education capacity and what have you. Empower a woman you have validly empowered a nation.
In her exact words
Our mission is simple but powerful to promote gender equality and empower women and girl-child by providing requisite resources, support and advocacy to overcome barriers and enhance their full potentials.
Promote support, empower and uplift women, especially those who have been marginalized , abused or silenced so they can stand tall, speak boldly and live purposefully"

Today the 28th of December, 2028 was so auspicious and significant in the history of female folks and the vulnerable in our society as this WOSENVOW platform was unveiled on a ground style alongside material and financial empowerment packages to the young, the old and the oldest. Among whom was motherless boy whose school fees were instantly written off by cash advance given to him.

People and groups from the all walks of life grace the occasion including, ISOPADEC, Gov Hope Uzodimma Women group, Traditional ruler of Obeabor Autonomous Community, HRH Eze Uzoma Akopunwanne, Youths across the length and breadth of the state to mention but a few.

The highlight of the occasion was the cutting of the unveiling ceremony cake, dancing competition and empowerment galore.

26/12/2025

Speech by Rt. Hon. Eugene Okechukwu Dibiagwu, Member representing Ohaji-Egbema/Oguta/Oru West Federal Constituency at the Federal House of Representatives, delivered at the Izombe Annual Convention held today, 26th December 2025, at Central School, Izombe.

26/12/2025

Hon. Desmond Emeka Anujuru has been elected and sworn in as the President General of Izombe Central Union at the 2025 Annual Convention, held at Central School, Izombe.

26/12/2025

Faces at the Izombe Annual Convention (Izombe Day), held today, 26th December 2025, at Centra School, Izombe. A vibrant gathering celebrating culture, unity, and community spirit.

01/11/2025

MORE YOUTH AND WOMEN BENEFIT FROM NDDC/FGN/IFAD COLLABORATIVE EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM.
.. As The Program Has Adequately Saw Through More Than One Thousand Beneficiaries in Imo State From Inception.

More than eight hundred Youths and women have adequately benefitted from the FGN/NDDC/IFAD Agro empowerment program in Owerri, the Imo capital yesterday. The beneficiaries who were diligently selected among youths and women from the rural communities.
This is a program designed to enhance youths and women economic self-reliance, increase food production and eradicate poverty from the region, mostly from rural dwellers

According to the Imo state Coordinator of LIFE-ND, Chief Mrs Victoria Igboanugo who in her opening address noted that the program was designed to dig deeper into the rural areas in order to empower youths and women, most especially .
Chief Igboanugo said that first and second phases of the exercise had more than eight hundred beneficiaries captured under the subheadings of incubators otherwise known as trainers and the incubatees also known as trainees.

Furthermore , the Federal commissioner representing Imo State at the board of NDDC, Hon Kyrian Chidiebere Uchegbu (Ph.D) who emphasized the disposition of the commission is to create job, produced foods and enhance the socioeconomic lives of the hinterlands through this agricultural empowerment program.
The most appropriate place to get Youth empowered in agriculture are at the rural areas . He enjoined the beneficiaries to make judicious application of the empowerment proceed given to them.

Hon Dr Uchegbu also commended the government of Pres Bola Tinubu for his thoughtfulness by increasing the annual budget of the Commission from what it used to be to what it is presently.
He didn't hesitate to applaud the governor of imo State, dist Sen Hope Uzodimma(Onwa Imo) who is also the chairman of NDDC's Governing Board for his conspicuous achievement which cut across good from governance, quality roads and other development infrastructure to the State and used the opportunity to call on every Imolite to always support the APC government at all levels.

05/10/2025

DIBIAGWU FACILITATES FREE MEDICAL TREATMENT FROM PHARMACEUTICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA FOR THE PEOPLE OF IZOMBE.

By Ihejirika Benedict Chidi (IBC)

As part of the lucid representation going on for two years and now, DIBIAGWU has continued to strike balance in all spheres of life.

The essence of the balance is to give the CONSTITUENTS a sound and thrilling representation that matches the mandate freely given to him.

Dibiagwu thrives in many ways that is not limited to the activities in the National Assembly. He understands the machinations of his oversight, hence, the due utilization of such for the impactful spread of the amenities for the people.

The collaboration and partnership of the PHARMACEUTICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA (PSN), IMO STATE BRANCH, was for bearing reliefs on his people on health and it is geared to foster inclusiveness of the indigent persons who cannot afford quality healthcare due financial incapacitations.

Dibiagwu promised to continue to do more regardless of political purposes and reasons. This confirms the trends about Dibiagwu that truly stems away from political enrichment because, he has been in this project of facilitating the goodness of his people in all ramifications.

02/10/2025

THE NEW APPROVED SUBJECTS FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM (SS 1-3)

1. Five Core and Compulsory
– English Language
– General Mathematics
– One Trade subject,
– Citizenship and Heritage Studies
– Digital Technologies

2. Science
– Biology
– Chemistry
– Physics
– Agriculture
– Further Mathematics
– Physical Education
– Health Education
– Foods & Nutrition
– Geography
– Technical Drawing

3. Humanities
– Nigerian History
– Government
– Christian Religious Studies,
– Islamic Studies
– One Nigerian language
– French
– Arabic
– Visual Arts
– Music
– Literature in English
– Home Management
– Catering craft

4. Business
– Accounting
– Commerce
– Marketing
– Economics

5. One core trade subject (Students to choose one trade subject)
– Solar Photovoltaic installation and maintenance
– Fashion design and garment making
– Livestock farming,
– Beauty and cosmetology
– Computer hardware and GSM repairs
– Horticulture and crop production

02/10/2025

Durugo Hails Uzodimma’s Oil Sector Reforms
..Says It Will End Host-Community Tensions

Hon. Samuel Durugo, a prominent stakeholder and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Izombe in Oguta Local Government Area, has applauded Governor Hope Uzodimma for what he described as a “people-centered and productive intervention” in the oil and gas sector. Durugo was reacting to the governor’s recent declaration that all oil companies operating in Imo State must establish their offices and business presence within the state.

Durugo noted that for too long, oil producing communities in Imo have borne the brunt of environmental degradation and economic neglect, while the companies spirited away wealth without meaningful investment in the state. “By insisting that oil companies domiciled in Imo must set up offices here, the governor has laid the foundation for an economy where our people will no longer be mere providers of crude but active participants in processing and value creation,” Durugo stated.

He stressed that Uzodimma’s directive will not only improve the internally generated revenue of the state through pay-as-you-earn taxation but also create jobs for indigenes, particularly the youths. “Our young people deserve more than casual labor. With processing plants and offices here in Imo, they will have access to professional employment, technical training, and a future that keeps them from crime or migration,” Durugo emphasized.

The Izombe-born politician also highlighted the governor’s pragmatic approach to addressing oil firms’ excuses. “They said insecurity was the reason; His Excellency responded with improved security. They said accommodation was lacking; he has brought Marriott and Hilton into Imo to give us world-class hotels. This is what leadership looks like; solving problems with solutions, not rhetoric,” Durugo remarked.

According to him, if the oil companies comply fully, the benefits will spread across the board: host communities will enjoy corporate social responsibility, the government will generate revenue to fund projects, and the oil companies will operate in a stable and secure environment. “It is a relationship that is truly reciprocal, we give them an enabling environment, and in return, they give us development, jobs, and peace,” he explained.

Durugo further argued that Uzodimma’s policy is a peace-building mechanism. “Most of the agitations and restiveness in oil communities are rooted in marginalization. When the companies are here, they will see and feel the pulse of the people. Engagement will be easier, grievances addressed faster, and mutual trust restored. That is the surest path to peace in Oguta, Ohaji/Egbema, Izombe, and beyond,” he asserted.

The oil sector contractor, Durugo urged host communities to rally behind the governor’s vision and support the oil companies in fulfilling their obligations. “Governor Uzodimma has thrown open a golden door of opportunity. If we all walk through it in unity, Imo will become not just an oil producing state, but an oil processing and wealth creating hub in Nigeria. This is the kind of transformation our founding fathers dreamed of,” he declared.

01/10/2025

Chief Ogbuwarauzo II wrote:

The Guardians of Our Land: How Our Chiefs Have Kept the Peace in Izombe

For generations, the people of Izombe have been known for their strength, industry, and deep connection to the land. Our identity is rooted in the soil we farm and the communities we build upon it. Yet, this same source of life has also been, in many places, a source of conflict. We hear stories from neighbouring clans of neighbours turning into enemies, of machetes being drawn, and of blood staining the very earth that should sustain life.

But in Izombe, a different story is being written. This year, across our four autonomous communities—Umunwama, Aborshi, Oboabo, and Ndiulugwu—we have held fast to a greater truth: we are one people. We have not seen brothers lift machetes against each other over land. We have not witnessed the tragedy of indigenes fighting to the death. This peace is not an accident. It is the direct result of the wisdom, authority, and tireless work of our traditional institutions—the Eze-in-Council and our local chiefs.

The Izombe Miracle: Settling Land Disputes Without Bloodshed

This year alone, our chiefs have quietly and effectively settled numerous potentially explosive land disputes. How did they achieve this "Izombe miracle"?

1. Immediate Intervention: The moment a land conflict arises, the structured process begins. The matter is reported to the kindred chief, who then escalates it to the village chiefs and the Eze-in-Council. This immediate channeling of grievance into a respected authority stops violence before it can even be conceived.
2. The Court Under the Tree: Justice is not delayed. Our chiefs convene where it matters most—at the disputed land itself or in the village square. There, they listen to all sides: the elders who hold the history, and the families with their documents and oral traditions.
3. Applying Ancestral Wisdom: Our chiefs are the living custodians of our history. They recall the ancient boundaries, the family lineages, and the agreements sealed by our forefathers. Their judgments are rooted not only in evidence but in the collective memory and Omenala Izombe, a law we all understand and respect.
4. Focus on Restoration, Not Victory: The goal is lasting peace, not a temporary win. The process is designed to restore harmony so families can live as neighbours once more. This is achieved through:
· Fair Compensation: Where encroachment occurs, a fair and agreed-upon compensation is made.
· Clear Demarcation: Chiefs and witnesses physically re-mark boundaries with permanent landmarks, making them clear for all to see.
· Sacred Oath-Taking: To ensure finality, parties may be required to take a traditional oath, a powerful spiritual deterrent against future conflict.

This is why, here in Izombe, we have never heard or seen a brother cut his fellow indigene with a machete because of land. Our chiefs are the firewalls, diligently preventing sparks of conflict from becoming wildfires of violence.

Why We Must Appreciate, Respect, and Follow the Chain of Authority

The peace we enjoy is precious and fragile. It depends entirely on our collective respect for the system our chiefs uphold. Here is why every son and daughter of Izombe must honour every link in the chain of authority, from the kindred to the Eze:

1. They Serve for Love, Not Money: These chiefs dedicate their own time and resources to settle our problems without a salary. They act out of a profound duty and love for Izombe. The peace they broker saves lives, prevents lasting injuries, and spares families from generational hatred.
2. They Protect Our Collective Reputation: A peaceful Izombe is a prosperous Izombe. When investors and partners hear that we settle our disputes intelligently and peacefully, it brings development and respect to our entire clan. Violence only brings fear and drives opportunity away.
3. Respecting the Chain is Respecting Ourselves: The hierarchy from family to kindred to village to clan is the backbone of our society. When we bypass our local chief for the police or take matters into our own hands, we weaken our community's self-governance. We declare to the world that we cannot solve our own problems.
4. They Ensure a Legacy of Peace: The land we steward is not just for us; it is the inheritance of our children. The chiefs' judgments ensure this land is passed down peacefully, free from the curses of bloodshed, preserving a legacy of unity for generations to come.

A Call to Action

Let us never take the peace in Izombe for granted. Let us show our gratitude and respect through our actions:

· Always take disputes to the chiefs first. They are our first and most legitimate court.
· Accept their judgments in good faith. Trust their wisdom, even if the outcome is not everything you desired.
· Speak well of their leadership. Uphold their authority in your words and actions.
· Teach our children to respect this sacred institution. Ensure the next generation continues this legacy of peace.

Our chiefs are the reason Izombe stands united while others fracture. They are the shield that protects us from ourselves. Let us honour them, obey them, and continue to build a peaceful, strong, and prosperous Izombe, together.

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