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08/10/2025

Imo State Ministry of Tourism, Hospitality and Culture Endorses Igbo Heritage Awards

Igbo Heritage Awards, a distinguished capstone honour in Igbo land, has received further boost with its official endorsement by the Imo State Ministry of Tourism, Hospitality and Culture.

The endorsement was contained in a letter (MTH&C/S./105/1/67) dated October 3, 2025 and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Sir T.U.C. Nwokonkwo.

As stated in the letter, the Ministry expressed happiness to identify with the objectives and value propositions of Igbo Heritage Awards, which it said are consistent with the vision of Governor Hope Uzodimma for ‘sustainable heritage preservation and development of heritage tourism in Imo State and Igbo land’.

The letter further conveyed the Ministry’s special note of the theme of the 2025 edition billed to hold in Owerri in December (History, Heritage and Renaissance in Igbo Land: Imperatives for Socio-Cultural and Economic Transformation), observing that it ‘resonates with global trends and national agenda to harness the social, cultural and economic benefits of heritage preservation’.

Responding to the endorsement, the Principal Coordinator of Igbo Heritage Awards, Mazi Victor Nwokocha expressed gratitude to the Ministry and commended the Honourable Commissioner, Barr. Jerry Egemba for his proactive commitment to the development of the culture sector in line with Governor Hope Uzodimma’s vision of Shared Prosperity.

In his words: “The Imo State Ministry of Tourism, Hospitality and Culture has demonstrated once again, its commitment to the sustainable development of culture and heritage tourism, not only in Imo but across Igbo land. I thank Governor Uzodimma for giving us a proactive Commissioner who has relentlessly ensured that the Ministry delivers on its statutory mandate”.

He described Igbo Heritage Awards as a renowned capstone honour celebrating the legendary courage, resilience, collective self-empowerment, culture and greatness of Igbos, stressing that it is not just an Award ceremony but an advocacy platform for heritage preservation as well as a muster point for Igbo unity with a unique ideological focus on promoting collective heritage and values.

He added that though Igbo Heritage Awards is a regional event, it is driven in the context of a broader national agenda to strengthen social cohesion, foster African consciousness and energize the ecosystem of heritage tourism as a key enabler of economic growth.

Mazi Nwokocha informed that the 2025 edition of the Awards, billed to hold in Owerri on 19th and 20th December, would feature the Igbo Heritage Exhibitions, the Igbo Heritage Colloquium, conferment of Awards, induction into the Igbo Heritage Hall of Fame and a spectacular bouquet of entertainment incorporating music, dance, spoken word performances and stand-up comedy.

He said the event, which has also been endorsed by the South East Council of Traditional Rulers, Ohaneze Ndigbo and the Imo State House of Assembly Committee on Culture, Tourism and Creative Arts, is open to partnerships, sponsorship and collaborations with great benefits.

06/10/2025

WHEN AIDES BECOME AN EMBARRASSMENT TO GOVERNANCE: THE CASE OF ABIA'S FINANCIAL ILLITERACY
By Obinna Oriaku

The Deputy Speaker was absolutely right when he stated that Abia State receives about ₦38 billion monthly, according to the state’s own Quarter 2, 2025 Budget Performance Report. The report, published by the Abia State Government, provides undeniable evidence that exposes the ignorance of certain government aides who struggle to grasp even the most basic principles of public finance.

The confusion stems from a fundamental lack of understanding between FAAC receipts and total revenue. The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) disbursement represents only funds shared from the federation account. However, total revenue goes beyond FAAC, it includes Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), LNG dividends, federal interventions, aid and grants, and even loans that were crystalized within the reporting period.

From the official Q2 2025 Budget Implementation Report, Abia State recorded ₦101.3 billion as its government share of FAAC and ₦13.2 billion as independent revenue (IGR), bringing the total recurrent revenue to ₦114.6 billion within the quarter.

In simpler terms, the state’s financial report confirms that Abia actually earned an average of ₦38 billion monthly from combined FAAC and IGR sources between April and June 2025, precisely what the Deputy Speaker stated.

This report is not hearsay. It was prepared and signed by the State Accountant General and the Commissioner for Finance, both being the official custodians of Abia’s public accounts.

For once, Abians are beginning to understand the actual flow of funds into their state. The same document further shows that Abia’s opening balance stood at ₦21.4 billion, while total revenue for Q2 amounted to ₦114.89 billion, and total expenditure for the same period hit ₦94.38 billion.

Yet, despite the clarity of these figures, some of the Governor’s aides have continued to contradict the government’s own published reports in the media, displaying an embarrassing level of ignorance about basic public-sector accounting.

Ferdinand Ekeoma, for instance, recently claimed that Abia had a total workforce of 31,000 before Governor Alex Otti assumed office, a figure that conveniently excludes local government employees across the state’s 17 LGAs. Historically, Abia’s total workforce (state and local government combined) stood at around 68,000 before about 10,000 workers were laid off. Even more troubling is the revelation that the State Accountant General now oversees salary payments for local government workers, a clear aberration and violation of local government autonomy.

These repeated blunders and false claims by government spokespersons have become a source of ridicule to a state blessed with some of Nigeria’s brightest minds.

If Abia truly wishes to project an image of competence and transparency, Governor Alex Otti must begin by subjecting his aides to basic training in governance and public finance. Their persistent misstatements are not only embarrassing but also damaging to the credibility of the administration.

Abia cannot continue to be mocked because of aides who cannot differentiate between FAAC receipts and total revenue. Governance is not a classroom for financial amateurs; it is a serious business that demands knowledge, discipline, and accountability.

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02/10/2025

TINUBU CHAMPIONS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE ARTS AT WOLE SOYINKA CENTER LAUNCH

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged to be the first donor to the newly (yet to be established) Endowment Fund for the Arts, describing it as the foundation for sustaining the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture at the National Theatre, Lagos. The advise came during the official unveiling of the Centre, named in honour of Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka, a figure whose artistry has long embodied Nigeria’s cultural excellence on the global stage.

Tinubu emphasized that without a well-structured endowment fund, national institutions in the arts risk remaining dependent on fluctuating government subventions and donor fatigue. “The endowment fund ensures that our culture, our stories, and our creativity are sustainably financed for generations to come. I will lead by example as the first donor,” the President declared.

The Strategic Role of Endowment in Arts Development

An endowment fund is more than just a financial pool—it represents long-term stability. Managed professionally, such funds provide steady streams of income to support artistic programming, training, preservation of cultural heritage, and the maintenance of landmark institutions like the National Theatre. For artists, it reduces the uncertainty of funding cycles, ensuring that creativity thrives without being stifled by financial instability.

In many leading cultural nations—such as the United States, United Kingdom, and France—endowment funds serve as the lifeblood of their global cultural diplomacy. Institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the British Council do not simply depend on annual allocations; they draw from endowment-backed revenues that give them financial resilience and creative autonomy.

Cultural Endowment as Soft Power

Beyond the arts sector, endowment funds strengthen national soft power—a nation’s ability to influence global narratives through culture, values, and ideas rather than military or economic might. Nigeria, home to Nollywood, Afrobeats, and a vast literary tradition including theatre, has already carved a cultural footprint across continents. With a robust arts endowment, these strengths can be systematically projected as instruments of global governance and diplomacy.

Soft power often shapes international perceptions. From Hollywood shaping American identity to K-Pop and Korean drama repositioning South Korea, cultural exports backed by institutional funding drive influence. For Nigeria, an endowed arts and culture sector could amplify its role in African leadership, boost tourism, and ensure its voice resonates in global cultural policymaking.

A Legacy Investment

By tying the launch of the Wole Soyinka Centre to the announcement of the Endowment Fund for the Arts, Tinubu has signaled a deliberate shift from short-term arts patronage to sustainable cultural financing. The Centre is envisioned not just as a performance space but as a hub of cultural diplomacy, intellectual exchange, and artistic innovation.

Analysts suggest that if well-managed, the endowment fund could become a model for other African nations, positioning Nigeria as a leader in cultural governance on the continent. More importantly, it can safeguard Nigeria’s cultural institutions from the unpredictability of political cycles and economic downturns.

As Nigeria steps into this new phase, the message is clear: cultural sustainability is not a luxury, but a strategic necessity. By investing in an arts endowment, the nation is not only preserving its heritage but also strengthening its voice in the evolving arena of global governance.

Adeniran Makinde, fta

01/10/2025

NIGERIA AT 65: THEATRE AND THE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA

As Nigeria marked her 65th Independence Anniversary on October 1st, 2025, the nation reflected on a chequered journey of triumphs and trials. At the centre of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda lies a commitment to economic reform, infrastructure renewal, and youth-driven growth, with the creative and digital sectors explicitly recognised as strategic frontiers. This is both timely and symbolic. For if Nigeria is to redefine herself at 65, then her theatre—the age-old mirror of society—must take its rightful place as an engine of culture, commerce, and civic progress.

The Nigerian Stage: A Mirror and a Memory

Theatre in Nigeria has never been a mere pastime. It is part of the nation’s DNA. From the masquerade performances that wove ritual, music and storytelling into communal life, to the bold works of Hubert Ogunde and the Mbari Club dramatists who challenged colonial and postcolonial authority, theatre has always been Nigeria’s conscience. It has functioned as education, protest, celebration, and, in many rural settings, as the only viable mass medium for civic engagement.

In more recent decades, Nigeria’s entertainment explosion in film and music has leaned heavily on theatre’s traditions of narrative, character, and performance. Nollywood is unthinkable without its theatrical backbone, and Afrobeats concerts borrow liberally from stagecraft. Yet, paradoxically, live theatre itself struggles for relevance in the mainstream.

Where We Have Fallen Short

At 65, Nigeria’s theatre sector is still plagued by gaps that have stunted its growth.

1. Policy inconsistency. Successive governments have drafted cultural policies but failed to implement them consistently. Too often, pronouncements about creative industries fizzle out in bureaucratic inertia.

2. Funding drought. Unlike Nollywood, which has attracted international investment and donor support, theatre relies heavily on box-office sales—an unstable revenue stream in a country where disposable income is under pressure. Structured loans, grants, and public-private funds for theatre remain scarce.

3. Infrastructure without access. The National Theatre and similar facilities have seen renovations, yet they remain out of reach for many independent producers. High booking fees, bureaucratic hurdles, and inadequate programming policies mean these spaces are often underutilised.

4. Professional and technical gaps. Nigeria has an abundance of talented actors and directors, but a shortage of trained stage managers, lighting designers, set builders, and producers. Without professional structures, productions are often unsustainable.

5. Audience erosion. Theatre is competing with cheaper, more accessible entertainment options like streaming platforms and social media. With little arts education in schools, younger Nigerians are not being groomed as theatre-goers.

The Renewed Hope Window

Despite these challenges, the Renewed Hope agenda provides a golden opportunity to reposition theatre as a central pillar of Nigeria’s creative economy.

Creative financing. Programmes such as the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) show that government recognises the sector’s potential. If properly structured, such funds could support theatre companies with grants, affordable loans, and guarantees for venue upgrades or touring projects.

Tourism and festivals. Live performance is a magnet for cultural tourism. Festivals like the Lagos Theatre Festival or community carnivals can become major attractions with proper support. A regional festival circuit linking Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, and university towns could provide predictable touring opportunities for companies.

Theatre for national development. For decades, Theatre-for-Development has been used to address health campaigns, literacy drives, and community mobilisation. In a country grappling with issues from voter education to public health, theatre offers a uniquely engaging tool for behaviour change and civic education.

Digital hybridisation. The pandemic proved that theatre can go digital. By livestreaming performances and offering pay-per-view recordings, Nigerian theatre can reach diaspora audiences, diversify revenue, and archive its productions for posterity.

Cross-sector linkages. Theatre feeds into film, music, fashion, advertising, and education. A vibrant stage industry means stronger scripts for Nollywood, better-trained performers for music videos, and a cultural foundation for creative exports.

The Road Ahead: What Must Be Done

To fully key into the Renewed Hope agenda, theatre practitioners and policymakers must move beyond rhetoric. Some practical steps include:

1. Establishing a National Theatre Fund. A blended financing model—combining public funds, private investment, and development-bank support—could provide small production grants, touring subsidies, and infrastructure loans.

2. Opening public venues to the people. Renovated theatres should not be monuments. They must operate with transparent booking systems, affordable slots for independent producers, and youth programmes.

3. Incentivising private investment. Tax credits for corporate sponsorship, VAT relief on tickets, and duty waivers for technical equipment will encourage the private sector to invest.

4. Building technical capacity. Nigeria needs accredited training schools and apprenticeships in stagecraft, lighting, sound, set design, and theatre management. Such programmes can create jobs for thousands of young Nigerians.

5. Generating reliable data. Without statistics on theatre’s economic value, advocacy remains weak. Government and professional associations should commission studies to quantify contributions to GDP, jobs, and social impact.

6. Expanding audience pipelines. Arts education must be reintegrated into school curricula. Subsidised school matinees, student theatre festivals, and youth drama competitions can help cultivate the next generation of theatre-goers.

7. Leveraging digital technology. Every major production should have a digital distribution strategy—whether via YouTube, dedicated streaming platforms, or collaborations with Nollywood networks.

Beyond Nostalgia: Theatre as National Infrastructure

Nigeria at 65 cannot afford to treat theatre as nostalgia, a relic of the Ogunde era, or a mere sideshow to film and music. Theatre is national infrastructure for education, culture, tourism, and the creative economy. It can create jobs for artisans, technicians, marketers, and performers. It can export Nigerian stories in a live format that engages audiences differently from film or music. Most importantly, it can continue to serve as the conscience of the nation, dramatizing our struggles, celebrating our triumphs, and envisioning better futures.

Conclusion

The Renewed Hope agenda offers theatre a seat at the national table, but it must be earned through bold reforms and proactive partnerships. Government must provide enabling policies and financing structures. Practitioners must embrace innovation, professionalisation, and collaboration. The private sector must see theatre not as charity but as investment.

If these pieces come together, then at Nigeria’s 70th anniversary in 2030, we will not be lamenting missed opportunities. Instead, we will point to a vibrant theatre industry—exporting performances, attracting tourists, creating jobs, and helping Nigeria tell her story to herself and the world. At 65, the stage is set. The question is: will we rise to perform?

Adeniran Makinde fta
National President, NANTAP.

27/09/2025

2027: OLUCHI ELIJAH EMERGES ABIA STATE COORDINATOR OF TINUBU TORCH BEARERS, THANKS APC NATIONAL WOMEN LEADER, DR. MARY ALILE IDELE

Renowned businesswoman and ardent political mobilizer, Hon. Oluchi Chinedu Elijah has emerged as the Abia State Coordinator of Tinibu Torch Bearers (TTB) - a women movement with the primary objective to mobilize grassroots support for the All Progressives Congress and its candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Elijah, who had also served as National Coordinator of APC Women Support Groups, was among other State Coordinators of TTB inaugurated by the APC National Women Leader, Dr. Mary Alile Idele in Abuja on Friday, September 26, 2025.

Speaking during the ceremony, Dr. Mary Alile Idele described TTB as a group of female political warriors and tested grassroots mobilizers carefully selected on the merit of their pedigree from across the country. She stressed the need for TTB to take the message of President Tinubu’s landmark achievements in the past two years to the grassroots.

The APC National Women Leader said that President Tinubu has recorded outstanding and positively disruptive achievements across key sectors with his courageous economic reforms that have up-scaled performance in infrastructure, agriculture, social investment programs, education, youth and women empowerment among others steadily repositioning the economy for Nigeria’s greatness.

She charged the TTB State Coordinators to take the message of President Tinubu’s achievements to the LGAs, wards, communities, villages, marketplaces, churches and mosques, and replicate the example of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu who has tirelessly dedicated her efforts to uplifting Nigerian women through impactful social intervention initiatives.

On her part, the Obingwa-born Abia State Coordinator of TTB, Oluchi Elijah, said in a chat with newsmen that she would do everything within her power, according to the guidelines issued by the APC National Women Leader, to justify the confidence reposed in her capacity to deliver results.

While expressing appreciation to Dr. Mary Alile Idele and others who supported her emergence, Elijah pledged to deploy her longstanding experience as a social and political mobilizer to actualize the objectives of the TTB.

Her words: “It is time for action. The die is cast. President Tinubu has not only shown the way but is leading the way to Nigeria’s greatnes. The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu and the APC Women Leader, Dr. Mary Alile Idele have also shown great examples as servant-leaders in many dimensions. Now it is time for us, as the Torch Bearers of unity and progress, to confront ignorance about President Tinubu’s achievements, balance the narrative and help mobilize support for our great party at the grassroots. It is a call to action not just for our party faithful but for all progressives.”

She hinted that in the next few days, the Abia State Chapter of TTB would formalize its administrative structure and announce its programs to the public.

18/09/2025

NANTAP APPOINTS GREGORY ODUTAYO, FTA, AS CHAIRMAN, BODY OF FELLOWS

The National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP) has announced the appointment of Mr. Greg Odutayo, fta, as the new Chairman of its Body of Fellows.

This was contained in a release signed by the President of NANTAP, Makinde Adeniran, and made available to the media.

The release, which stated that the appointment takes effect immediately, described Mr. Odutayo, a former President of NANTAP, as 'a respected theatre practitioner, captain of industry and seasoned leader who has consistently demonstrated exceptional commitment to the growth of the Association and the advancement of the Theatre Arts profession in Nigeria'.

The full text of the release reads:

"The National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Gregory Odutayo, fta, as Chairman, Body of Fellows, with immediate effect.

"Mr. Odutayo, a former President of NANTAP, is a respected theatre practitioner, captain of industry, and seasoned leader who has consistently demonstrated exceptional commitment to the growth of the Association and the advancement of the Theatre Arts profession in Nigeria.

"He succeeds Professor Duro Oni, who served meritoriously as Chairman of the Body of Fellows and is handing over the baton after a successful and impactful tenure.

"In his new role, Mr. Odutayo is expected to provide strategic leadership and fresh direction to the Body of Fellows, building on his wealth of managerial experience and history of service."

Speaking on the appointment, NANTAP President, Makinde Adeniran, fta, commended Mr. Odutayo’s invaluable contributions over the years and expressed confidence in his ability to elevate the relevance and impact of the Body of Fellows, while also acknowledging the sterling service of Prof. Duro Oni in strengthening the body during his time as Chairman.

On behalf of NANTAP, Mr. Adeniran congratulated Mr. Odutayo on this well-deserved appointment, confident that his tenure would be that of innovation, productivity, and success.

Victor C Nwokocha, ANIPR
Director, Media and Publicity
NANTAP

31/08/2025

THE RISING TIDE OF IGBOPHOBIA IN NIGERIAN POLITICS: THE ROLE OF WORLD IGBO CONGRESS AT THIS CRITICAL TIME - Being the Full Text of a Paper Presented at the World Igbo Congress' August 2025 Convention at the Marriot, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, by Rt. Hon. Sir Cosmos Ndukwe, PhD

Distinguished guests, esteemed colleagues, and fellow Ndigbo, I am honoured and privileged to stand before you today to present a paper on a pressing issue that threatens the very fabric of our existence as a people: the rising tide of Igbophobia in Nigeria's politics.

Igbophobia is not a new concept. As many of us know, a phobia is defined as an extreme or irrational fear of something. In this context, it refers to the unwarranted fear or aversion towards Igbo individuals.

However, its manifestation in contemporary Nigerian politics is alarming.

The question we muslt ask ourselves is: What have we done as a people or organisation to address this issue, or are we simply igniting the flames of mistrust that suggest an Igbo man cannot be trusted?

As the wave of elections approaches, we anticipate that this fear of Igbo individuals will materialise through hate speech, the destruction of Igbo properties and businesses, racial profiling, and targeted violence against Ndigbo. The essence of this paper is to motivate this august body the World Igbo Congress (WIC) to come with a plan to confront this problem on time before 2027.

We need a strategic plan, even if it takes years, to educate our people on the importance of (SPT) Strategic Political Thinking to navigate this precarious situation.

The time for action is now.

The growing trend of Igbophobia is not only unacceptable but also poses a significant threat to our peaceful coexistence and economic well-being. We must approach this issue as a problem that needs solving.

This paper thinks the WIC has a critical role to play in addressing this challenge. As the premier Igbo organisation, WIC must:

1. Amplify Igbo Voices: Provide a platform for Ndigbo in diaspora and that Ohaneze in Nigeria to mingle and to express Igbo concerns, share their experiences, and articulate their demands. [By this i mean we have many igbo unions in dispora, while celebrating their day let them have agenda to bring some notable traditional rulers of note, senior citizens and menbers of ime obi ohaneze, preaidents of notable market unions of ndigbo outside igbo land, to come around present their experiences and discuss values to take back home) We should confront this challenge with love and a deeply empathetic strategy, rather than engaging in a war of words from different angles.

2. Advocate for Policy Changes:
jointly engaging policymakers and stakeholders of Nigeria polity, to push for legislation and policies that promote Igbo inclusion, representation, and economic development. One critical legislative proposal is the creation of an additional state in Igbo land to balance the six states in other geopolitical zones of Nigeria.

We cannot afford to miss the opportunity to unify our voice in support of the creation of one additional state or two, especially with organisations like Ohanaeze backing the Anioma state and other proposals. WIC should issue a strong communiqué advocating for this implementation before the 2027 elections.

Currently, we have a respected figure in a high-ranking position who is well-loved and accepted in National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ben Okezie Ph.D CFR and others who through his reach out has attracted SEDC (South east development commission) ending the over 50 years post war promises of reconciliation and rebuilding of south east collapsed infrastructure’s.

We need to rally around him, as he is a lawmaker. Let’s promote legislation that will advance the interests of the South East and the Igbo people more.

3. Promote Igbo Unity: Foster unity among Ndigbo by encouraging collaboration and collective action to address common challenges.

4. Document and Expose Igbophobia: Keep records of incidents of Igbophobia, expose the perpetrators, and advocate for accountability.

In this crucial moment, ahead of the 2027 elections, WIC must:

A. Convened an Emergency Standing Committee Meeting: Gather stakeholders to discuss the rising tide of Igbophobia and develop a comprehensive response.

B. Issue a Position Statement: Clearly articulate WIC's stance on Igbophobia and call for proactive measures from relevant authorities.

C. Mobilise Ndigbo: Engage with Igbo communities, organisations, and individuals to build a united front against Igbophobia.

D. Collaborate with Other Organisations: Partner with other organisations, both within and outside Nigeria, to amplify the Igbo voice and advocate for change.
Most importantly the ongoing Nigeria voter registrations the South East record against other regions as published this week is the lowest as entire south east has 1998 number against other zones. OSUN STATE alone records 385,000 This is not a party thing now but show of strength, WIC can send a wake up call to the Governor's of southeastern states to embrace what others are doing in the north, west and south-south that is giving them high margin, on other hand encouraging igbos in diaspora to visit online registration is expedient, we need to call on our people back home and in diaspora here to show strength by registering now. The north is mobilizing heavily and the need for us to register now cannot be overemphasied especially for those that turned 18 years and not yet registered before.

Yes there is a great apathy amongst the igbos on results of past elections and registration, some will say who they voted last did not count why register for election again. Though its not a new registration but we need to participate for our voice to count, many have lost their cards, som3 recently turned 18, lets do the necessary advocacy and capture the number we need for Igbo land. Let it become a going concern to have our number increased even in rigging you can't rig with a low registered number, its the duty of this council to help spread the message visit online to register people that are in diaspora, you can do the capturing anytime you're back to nigeria

Visit https://cvr.inecnigeria.org/Public/getStarted now.

Every election season, the same question is what the igbos continue to ask: “Will my one vote really matter?”
And every season, history answers: Yes.

It is not just your one vote.
It is your voice, your right, and our future, to be counted as dot as alleged by Buharia but as people of number.

Ndi Igbo and south east must stand to be counted. Register to vote , now!

We are not a mere dot, we are a nation. The largest single ethnic nationality in Nigeria and Africa.

When you refuse to register, you give away your power.
When you stay silent, you let others decide your tomorrow.

But when you register — when you stand up — you claim your place in the story of this nation.
You say: “You matter. Your voice will be heard.”

This is the time. Let's rewrite the narrative. . .Not tomorrow. Not next week. But Today. Let’s Register.
Lets Prepare to vote.

Because the future of our nation is written not by the loudest voices, but by the registered voices that show up.

Nigeria belongs to you for now.
Your vote is your power.
Do not waste it.

Before I stop, Let me reiterate my words...
The rising tide of Igbophobia in Nigeria's politics demands a vigorous response from WIC. By amplifying Igbo voices, advocating for policy changes, promoting Igbo unity, and documenting instances of Igbophobia, WIC can play an instrumental role in addressing this challenge. Let us work together to build a more inclusive, equitable, and just society for all Ndigbo.

Thank you.

Rt. Hon. Cosmos Ndukwe, Ph.D., FICM, rpa.

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