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ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNMENT TRAINS MDAS ON SOLUTIONLENS FOR ENHANCED CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT

By Angela Nwanodu :

In a major step toward strengthening digital governance and improving public service delivery, the Anambra State Government has successfully trained representatives from 13 pilot Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) on the SolutionLens platform.

The hands-on training took place on February 18 at the Solution Innovation District (SID), Awka, and was organized by the Ministry of Budget & Economic Planning in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and the Anambra State ICT Agency.

SolutionLens is designed as a direct communication channel between the government and its citizens, ensuring real-time access to government activities while promoting openness, accountability, and accessibility. The training focused on equipping MDAs with the necessary skills to navigate the platform, leverage its features, and engage actively in transparent governance.

Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of Anambra State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, CFA, represented by Mr Castro Ideke, highlighted the platform’s role in modernizing government operations.

“SolutionLens will serve as a centralized system for accessing government projects and ministry-specific information. This training ensures that officers are well-prepared to navigate the platform seamlessly and provide valuable responses to citizens,” he said.

Participants engaged in interactive demonstrations, hands-on sessions, and discussions, exploring how to manage inquiries, update information, and utilize the dashboard for real-time reporting.

Sharing her experience, one of the participants, Comrade Ewa Ukpa, described SolutionLens as a timely intervention in rebuilding public trust in governance.

“The training was apt at a time when trust in governance was declining. Since we are now in a digitalized world, it will make communication between citizens and ministries easier. Especially for citizens, it will help them know more about projects in their communities and what the government is doing. It gives room for interaction and inclusion. Moreso, the government will be accountable to Ndi Anambra.”

As Anambra State prepares for the official launch of the SolutionLens platform, the government remains committed to driving digital transformation and transparency. This launch will usher in full-scale citizen engagement, positioning the platform as a crucial tool for direct communication, real-time updates, and enhanced government accountability.

*Nwanodu is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State*

Anambra State Government to Train Officers on SolutionLens Platform Ahead of Official Launch

PRESS RELEASE

As part of efforts to enhance digital governance and improve public service delivery, the Anambra State Government, through the Ministry of Budget & Economic Planning, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and the Anambra State ICT Agency, is set to train representatives from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) on the SolutionLens Platform ahead of its official launch.

The training will take place on Tuesday, 18th February 2025, at the Solution Innovation District (The Destination Building), starting at exactly 9:00 AM. ( Strict compliance with the time is required.)

SolutionLens is a digital platform designed to enhance citizen engagement by providing a direct communication channel between the Anambra State Government and its citizens.

It promotes transparency, accountability, and accessibility, ensuring that government activities remain open and easily accessible to the public.

The Honorable Commissioner for Budget & Economic Planning, Mrs. Chiamaka Nnake, described SolutionLens as a transformative initiative designed to strengthen the interaction between the government and the people.

She emphasized that with the official launch scheduled for Tuesday, 25th February 2025, the training is essential to ensure MDAs are well-equipped to utilize the platform effectively.

The Anambra State ICT Agency will lead the training session, equipping participants with the skills needed to maximize the platform’s full potential.

Speaking on the initiative, the Managing Director of the State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, CFA, emphasized the importance of SolutionLens in fostering efficient information management and citizen engagement.

He stated that the training is crucial in ensuring MDAs can seamlessly navigate the platform and that representatives must attend and actively participate, as their ability to respond efficiently to public inquiries depends on their understanding of the system.

Ministries are strongly urged to ensure their nominated officers attend and fully engage in this essential training.

The concerned Ministries include Works, Health, Environment, Budget & Economic Planning, Industry, Agriculture, Power & Water Resources, Transport, Housing, Education, Information, Lands, Justice, and the Solution Innovation District, an agency of the State Government.

For further inquiries, please contact Onyinye at 09064889603.

Signed,

Angela Nwanodu
PRO,
Anambra State ICT Agency

1 YOUTH 2 SKILLS: ANAMBRA STATE INTRODUCES SMART LEARNING DEVICES TO ENHANCE UMUBOI ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCHEME

By Juliana Nwachukwu/Nkiru Anakor/Ngozi Okoli :

The Government of Anambra State under the leadership of Governor Chukwuma Soludo has introduced smart learning devices to enhance the “Umuboi” Entrepreneurship Scheme of the 1Youth 2Skills programme also known as Local Enterprise Development Scheme.

The Commissioner for Youth Development, Mr. Patrick Agha Mba, announced this during the official presentation of the programme’s Registration Forms and other materials to the leadership of ASMATA in his office at the Ministry of Youth Development Awka.

Mr. Agha Mba said that the Umuboi programme under 1Youth 2Skills has been enhanced with the following introductions, the use of Talking Book and Pen that contain all the modules for the Entrepreneurship Scheme. This makes it possible for Umuboi to go through the lectures even in the shops.

He said that the smart devices will be given to all Umuboi that were selected to participate in the programme, calling on the Market Leaders, to insist that only the most qualified and real Umuboi were selected for screening and empowerment, emphasizing that the programme is neither for compensation nor for political patronage.

The commissioner also said that the ability of Umuboi to compete and succeed in business based on global best practices, must be tested through, thorough project monitoring and performance evaluations. The successful ones are certified by UNIZIK Business School after the examination for Business Financing.

He also said that Umuboi will be encouraged to join the Online Entrepreneurship Academy for personal development and certification, explaining that the online Entrepreneurship Academy gives people the opportunity to learn the entrepreneurship courses from any part of the world, but that one can only be eligible to get UNIZIK certificate and business financing funds only by passing through the 1Youth 2Skills programme.

He notified that there will be a Value Re-Orientation and Capacity Building Workshop for Umuboi in few days time to ensure that all Umuboi selected for the programme imbibe the right values and also understand the operations of the smart devices.

Aghamba lauded Mr. Governor, Prof. Soludo, for the Local Enterprise Development initiative, especially the idea of bringing back the practice of apprenticeship, which made Igbo man exceptional in enterprise development all over the world.

He said that the actions of Mr. Governor in modernizing the Umuboi programme through the use of smart devices will help in reducing the “Get Rich Quick” syndrome, presently prevalent among the youths.

Mr Commissioner also said that every Umuboi is already a potential Master and Millionaire because apart from learning the trade, they are already close to their customers.

Highlight of the event was the handing over of the Umuboi Entrepreneurship Scheme Materials to the President General of Anambra State Market Amalgamated Traders Association (ASMATA) Chief Humphrey Anuna.

Present during the event were the Special Adviser to the Governor on Market, SPAD,Chief Evaristus Uba, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Youth Development and other Management staff of the Ministry, Special Assistant to the Governor on Youth Development, the Executive Assistant to the Governor on Youth Development, as well as the Executive Members of ASMATA in the state.

*The officers are of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State

ATIKU, OBI, SENATORS, GOVERNORS DONATE FUNDS FOR UNINIGER PERM SITE

By Juliana Nwachukwu /Anakor Nkiru/Ngozi Okoli :

The Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) in the last general elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his counterpart in the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, Senators, Governors among other politicians in the country, have donated various sums of money to fast track the infrastructural development of the University on the Niger (UNINIGER), Umunya.

They had in conjunction with other stakeholders across South-East determined to pool N1billion towards the completion of some on-going projects at the permanent site of the university in Umunya.

The stakeholders whose resolve was declared at the formal opening of the university marvelled at the degree of progress so far recorded at the university site. Taking turns to speak at the unveiling of the university permanent site, they announced various amounts of money to assist the completion of the institution.

Alhaji Atiku and the five state governors were represented by the former Minister of Aviation and Ex-Corps Marshal, FRSC, Chief Osita Chidioka, while Senator Dr Tony Nwoye, Senator Victor Umeh, Dr Tim Menakaya and others on their own identified with the institution with various sums.

The university which was single-handedly established by the Diocese on the Niger, Anglican Communion in Anambra State, was formally declared open amid ecstatic jubilations among Anambrarians.

The Primate, Church of Nigeria, the Most Rev Dr Henry Ndukuba who officially declared the university open for full academic activities described it as meaningful venture and had in the 25 minutes sermon he said during a church service held in the institution’s main auditorium to mark the event, commended the Diocesan, the Rt Rev Dr Owen, his wife, Dr Nonyelum Nwokolo, his ministers and the entire parishioners of the diocese for successfully establishing the institution.

He regretted that the bane of the modern education was the failure of some basic moral principles of the present age which he said were jealously held by earlier academic institutions and was worried that rather than focus on relevant values, the modern educational institutions and their students instead fixed their eyes on things of little or no value.

Most Rev Dr Ndukuba therefore lauded Bishop Nwokolo and the entire Diocese on the Niger for improving on what he called “the legacies of the White Missionaries” which he explained were driven by things of quality value. He challenged the authorities, staff and students of the university to endeavour to work cooperatively to achieve the main objectives and values for which the institution was established.

In his address, the Vice Chancellor of the university, the Very Rev. Prof. Chinedu Nebo, assured that the school was committed to producing graduates “that are morally responsible, nationally relevant and globally competitive”.

According to him, the philosophical pillars of the institution are hinged on excellence, knowledge, character, leadership and entrepreneurship, perhaps the reason, he said that within less than one year of the university, it had experienced exponential growth.

“We find ourselves in a position where some of those who started five years before us are just dreaming to attain, we believe that no one ever attains excellence using minimum standards. For that reason, our curriculum go beyond the nationally stipulated minimum guidelines to incorporate dimensions that would help our graduates to be successful in their lifelong pursuits.

The Chancellor of the university, the Rt Rev Dr Nwokolo, had in welcome address restated the desire of the diocese to give the public quality education. He however explained that more were still needed for the diocese to get to the qualify of education she dreamt about.

“The diocese had done noble but that the journey was still far ahead. from all indications, though many projects have been completed, many more need to be done to give our children and the society the type of quality education we envisage”.

He appreciated numerous groups and individuals who he said had identified with the university in various ways and appealed for more financial assistance in order to put the institution on a sound footing.

Earlier, the primate had on arrival commissioned various completed building blocks constructed by groups, churches and individuals and a road network built by Senator Dr Tony Nwoye.

Other Dignitaries at the event were Sir Godwin Okeke, GUO, Arthur Eze (represented by Archbishop Dr Alex Ibezim), Dr Tim Menakaya, Oyi Local Government Chairman, Chief Emma Nweke, More than 20 bishops and over 400 Diocese on the Niger priests, parishioners and others.

* Nwachukwu, Anakor and Okoli are of the Ministry of Information , Anambra State *

ANAMBRA CP COMMISSIONS PATROL VEHICLE DONATED BY 3-3 COMMUNITY, WARNS SPACS

By Juliana Nwachukwu :

The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP, Nnaghe Obono Itam has commissioned a patrol vehicle donated to 3-3 police division by the 3-3 community, near Onitsha, to assist in curtailing the spate of insecurity in the area. Represented by the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations Department, ACP James Ihiebe, the CP commended the chairman of Works Committee, All Estates within 3-3 police division, Jonathan U. Egonu (Esq) his executive members and residents for donation of the vehicle, assuring that it will yield dividends.

He condemned allegations of assault on residents by the police Special Anti Cultism Squad (SPACS). The squad has been accused of terrorizing residents through illegal operations, including breaking and entering homes without notice. The CP warned that any SPACS member caught engaging in such behavior would face consequences, emphasizing that police officers should not behave like criminals.

Earlier in his address, the chairman, Egonu, disclosed that the idea for procurement of the vehicle was initiated by the combined efforts of the estates under the said police Division and attributed it to what unity and a shared vision can achieve. He emphasised that the vehicle will undoubtedly enhance the operational capacity of this division, enabling quicker and rapid response times and better service delivery.

The Onowu of Nkwelle-Ezunaka, Chief Willie Okafor, had while breaking the cola nut, commended the people for procuring the vehicle adding that it is aimed at curbing the increased crime wave in the area. He expressed satisfaction with the role played by the police in the state and reiterated the resolve of the people con the area to assist the police in crime reduction.

In their speeches, Chief Okonkwo E. Angus, Chairman Federal Housing Estate, Chinazor Ezeayom, Chairman, Valley View Estate and Chief Echidime Ihejimba, Chairman Upper Hill view Estate disclosed that the purpose of the vehicle donation was for security and to assist police in combating crime, emphasising disclosing that crime wave is in the increase in the area.

* Nwachukwu is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *

DUALIZATION OF NWAGU AGULU-NNOBI-NNEWI -OZUBULU-OKIJA ROAD BEGINS

By Sunday Okoli :

Anambra State Government has commenced the dualization of Nwagu Agulu-Nnobi-Nnewi -Ozubulu-Okija Road with a 370-meter Spur, three (3) Span Bridge Across Ulasi River.

Performing the handing over ceremony at Nwagu Agulu, Commissioner for Works, Engr. Ifeanyi Okoma who was represented by the Director of Highways, Engr. Noel Okoye said that the Lot One of the project which is the 18.6km Nwagu Agulu-Nnobi-Nnewi Road is with a completion period of 12 months.

He charged the contractor Lebtech Construction Company to adhere strictly to the completion period and work according to specifications.

At Nkwo Triangle Nnewi, the commissioner said that the Lot 2, which is the 16.51km dualization of Nnewi-Ozubulu-Okija Road with a bridge across Ulasi River was awarded to Ferotex Const. Ltd at a completion period of 15-months.

He noted that Governor Soludo is a gift to Ndi Anambra by awarding legacy projects that would last beyond the current administration.

The commissioner reminded the contractor that the government has an agenda with a timeline and so, they must have utmost consciousness of time.

In their separate remarks, the Managing Director of Lebtech Construction Ltd, Engr. Rony Melec and the Project Engineer of Ferotex Construction, Engr. Segun Ola praised the governor for awarding the contract to their companies and promised to deliver on time.

Okoli is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *

ANAMBRA GOVT KICKS OFF ICONIC LIGHT OF NATION TOWER AND WATER FOUNTAIN PROJECT

By Sunday Okoli :

In a bid to transform the environment to the admiration of all, the Anambra State Government has handed over site for the construction of Light of Nation Tower and Water Fountain at Ekwulobia, Aguata LGA.

Performing the handing over ceremony at Ekwulobia roundabout, Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Mr Ifeanyi Okoma said that Governor Chukwuma Soludo is creating a smart mega city to enhance the environment.

The commissioner who was represented by the Director of Maintenance Department in the Ministry, Mr Amobi Anthony, charged the contractor to adhere strictly to the four months completion period.

The Managing Director of the Constructing firm, IDC Construction Ltd, Mr Maher Dib, thanked the state government for awarding the contract to their company, promising to deliver on schedule and according to specifications.

Okoli is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *

WORKS ONGOING ON THE RECONSTRUCTION OF ATANI ROAD

By Okoli Sunday :

Rehabilitation works is ongoing on the project, the reconstruction of Atani Road in Ogbaru LGA, Anambra State.

The 10km road which was awarded in June this year has a 14-month completion timeframe which is in line with Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s vision to make the state the premier destination for investment, business, tourism, and living.

The contract was awarded to a competent contractor Mideast Construction Company Ltd.

The road when completed, will not only ease traffic along the ever busy Enugu -Onitsha Expressway, it would drastically reduce accidents and criminality on the road and also help to evacuate farm produce as the people of Ogbaru are agrarian communities.

Okoli is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: GROUP HONOUR FOUNDER QUEEN-TOVAH CARES FOUNDATION INT’L

By Regina Igwebuike :

The Umechiukwu Kindred, Ngene Village, which is the maternal home of Rtd. Air Commodore Ify Udoka-Menuba, husband to Princess Dr Jessie Ifeoma Udoka-Menuba, Founder, Queen-Tovah Cares Foundation Int’l, and the Royal Golden Boys both in Amawbia, Awka South LGA, Anambra State have honored the Princess on her birthday celebration for impacting positively on humanity.

The Foundation is one with global outreach that looks toward the plights of the downtrodden, the less privileged and is not politically motivated.

Princess Udoka-Menuba is a bridge builder not minding the ethnicity and religion.

Celebrating the icon at Desire Hotel Agu Awka on Oct. 12, Iyom Egoeru Obiechina, said that the Princess is a good motivator, very passionate, lover of truth, and a lioness with a heart of gold.

She noted that the Princess is a mother general, a great achiever and an Amazon, as well as a blessing to humanity, praying that she will live long to be celebrated, urging others to emulate her.

Mr Louis Ozoekwe, Chairman of the occasion and one of the Coordinators of Royal Golden Boys; the League of Male Gender with no age restriction, poised to give to humanity, uphold the neighborhood principle and serve as watchdogs to government and public office holders for them to act within the tenet of their portfolio, said that he was overjoyed with the celebration likewise others.

He acknowledged that the Princess deserved to be celebrated looking at what she has done and still doing globally in the areas of human capital and community development, praying that God will continue to bless, and replenish her.

Jonathan Chigozie Ezeoke, aka MC Reallegacy, said, “I’m happy for the celebration, It is a testament that the Princess is doing well. I pray that someday, I will grow to the level of celebrating her myself.

“Right from when she picked me up as a ‘motherless adult’, she has been there for me and had never ceased attending to a commoner like me. Let’s emulate from her good deeds and live a sincere life.”

He wished her long healthy life, noting that he has not seen a replacement.

One of her beneficiaries, Mrs Callista Okonkwo said,”We are proud of her for her philanthropy and benevolence. I’m a living witness of what the Princess is positively doing on people’s lives irrespective of race and religion.

She prayed God to shower on Princess the grace and resources to continue the good work she is doing.

*Regina Igwebuike is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State

PUPILS, PG, HAIL SOLUDO, AS MORE SCHOOLS, COMMUNITIES GET SOLAR POWERED BOREHOLE

By Azuka Offor :

The President General of Okpoko Community in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra sttate, Chief Francis Enemuo, has lauded the Soludo- led administration, for providing solar powered boreholes and toilet facilities to their schools.

Speaking during the technical handover of the projects by the state Commissioner for Power and Water Resources, Mr Julius Chukwuemeka, at Okpoko Community Primary School III, Okpoko Community School 5 and 6, and at Obife secretariat premises, the president general of the town, Mr. Ezenwa Udoka, expressed their satisfaction with the good works Governor Soludo has been doing in Okpoko Community since the inception of his administration.

These, they said, range from good roads network to constant power supply (solar), pipe borne water, free education and lot’s more.

He further promised, on behalf of Okpoko Community, to be solidly behind his administration especially during the governorship election to make sure that his second tenure is achieved.

On his part, the Commissioner for Power and Water Resources, who was represented by the Anambra North Senatorial zone Team leader on Water Rehabilitation projects, Mr Onyedibe Okechukwu, charged the community and concerned schools to guide the facilities generously, as the government spent much on those projects to ensure that Okpoko enjoys the dividend of good governance.

In their separate remarks, the headmistress of the schools appreciated the state government for meeting their needs as water and toilet facility have been their major challenge in the school, while promising that they will make every thing possible to maintain the facilities.

Also speaking, the contractor handling the projects, El-Bukelz Nigerian Limited, thanked the president general of the town and the headmistress for giving him maximum support when executing the projects even as he thanked the state government for giving him the opportunity to add his quota for the good of Ndi Anambra.

Inspection of the various projects, melodious songs by the pupils from Okpoko Community School 5 and 6, signing of relevant papers formed the high points of the event.

* Offor is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *