Senator Okey Ezea
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Distinguished Senator Representing Enugu North Senatorial District
Abuja, Nigeria
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As the leader of our revolution, His Excellency
@PeterObi
, mounts the stage to receive the award of The Sun Political Icon of the Year 2023 today, we join the angels in heaven to say CONGRATULATIONS!
His Excellency Obi is not just a political icon of one year; he is the hope of
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Today, my bill for the creation of Adada State passed through the first reading on the floor of the Nigerian Senate.
The bill, which has been cited as the "Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2024 (SB. 482)", seeks to amend Section 3(1) and
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Today, I attended the funeral mass of Late John Paul Obumneme Odonwodo (AKA Junior Pope) held today at the St. Peter's Catholic Church, Ukehe.
It's a pity we lost such a great guy in his prime.
May his soul continue to rest in peace. Amen.
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Just when we thought that killings of our people at Uzo-Uwani LGA of Enugu State had stopped, non-state actors, on Sunday, emerged from the bush to murder several defenceless men, women and children at Adani. My heart bleeds!
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I congratulate my brother, Chima Chidubem, on his successful attainment of the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest speech marathon. By this achievement, he has put Enugu North senatorial district on the global map of Guinness world record holders. I join his family,
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I extend my deep congratulations to my brother and friend, DCGI Emeka Dike, on his deserved promotion and decoration as Deputy Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). This remarkable feat is a testament to DCGI Dike's industry and commitment to serving our
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On behalf of the good people of Enugu North Senatorial District, I congratulate our son, Justice Celestine Obinna Odo, on his appointment as a judge of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory.
Justice Odo, from Obimo Asebere in Nsukka LGA of Enugu State, was one of 12
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Many thanks to my colleagues in the Senate for supporting my motion requesting reprieve for traumatised residents of Uzo-Uwani LGA of Enugu State today. The Senate has consequently passed resolutions urging the police, army and DSS to move into Uzo-Uwani and do the needful.
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I have been informed that there is an immediate plan by the Enugu State Government to demolish some parts of Ogige Nsukka Market. According to various accounts, the affected traders at the Market were only issued with 72 hours notice of the intention of the state government to
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Today, I approved the appointments of 45 new aides from the six local government areas that make up the Enugu North Senatorial District.
The aides and their assigned portfolios are indicated on this site:
I've asked the new aides to constantly monitor
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On Tuesday, 30th April, 2024, the Senate passed the Agricultural Research Council Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024, sponsored by me.
The Agricultural Research Council Act is the principal Act that created all the colleges of agriculture in Nigeria. The Bill, therefore, in effect seeks
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I warmly congratulate my brother, Igwe Samuel Ikechukwu Asadu (Igwe Ogadagidi I of Edem-Ani Ancient Kingdom), on his inauguration today as the chairman of the Enugu State Council of Traditional Rulers.
As he prepares to take up the responsibilities and challenges of the new
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FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF A PEOPLE’S REVOLUTION
My beloved people of Enugu North Senatorial Zone,
Today marks the first anniversary of the seismic political revolution that culminated in my emergence as the Senator representing the good people of Enugu North Senatorial District at
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Today, Thursday 22nd February, 2024, I hosted members of Enugu North National Assembly Legislators' Forum in a Breakfast Meeting in my office at the National Assembly Complex, Three Arms Zone, Abuja. From left: Hon. Chidi Mark Obetta, Rt. Hon. Martins George Oke, my humble self
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Today, Thursday, April 18, 2024, I paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Junior Pope at their family house in Trans Ekulu, Enugu. With him in the picture are the mother of the late movie star Mrs Maria Odonwodo, his elder brother Mr Edozie Odonwodo, & his elder sister
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Today, I paid a visit to Nimbo community in Uzo-Uwani LGA to condole with the people of the local government over the recent killings in the area.
It's sad that since after the unfortunate incident of 2016 that led to the death of 46 people, no concrete measures have been taken
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Commencement of Work on the Makurdi--Obollo-Afor--Opi--Ninth Mile Expressway
During my interactions with the Hon. Minister of Works, His Excellency Senator Dave Umahi, in September 2023, he promised to intervene in the dilapidated Makurdi--Ninth Mile federal road as soon as
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Christ's resurrection from the dead is the foundation of our religion. We celebrate his triumph over death -- his torture, crucifixion and resurrection -- for the redemption of mankind.
Happy Easter, my dear people of Enugu North Senatorial District.
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I'm immeasurably pleased with the President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for signing into law the South-East Development Commission Bill. With this assent, our efforts in the National Assembly have yielded fruit, as the South-East Development Commission Act has now come
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This Wednesday, July 10, I gladly hosted senior federal civil/public servants (assistant director and above) from Enugu North Senatorial District to a dinner in Abuja. The turnout was massive.
At the event, I harped on the need for unity among members of the Nsukka elite, as it
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On the Unprovoked Murder of My People at Nimbo
This Sunday, April 28, I returned to Abuja after attending a thanksgiving Mass and reception in honour of Senator Chuka Utazi at Nkpologu.
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NEW YEAR MESSAGE
As we approach the new year with great expectations, I pray that the year 2024 brings joy and fulfilment of our positive dreams and aspirations, both as individuals and as a collective.
Happy new year, ndi Nsukka !
Sen. Okey Ezea
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Today, Monday, 29th April, 2024, I paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Senator Ayogu Eze at their Maitama, Abuja, residence. With me in the picture are Engr. Ik Ugwuegede, who accompanied me to the visit, and the widow of the deceased, Mrs Nkechi Ayogu-Eze.
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I extend my warmest congratulations to my brothers, Okechukwu George Edeze, Adamu Abubakar and Godwin Ike Obetta, on their deserved elevations to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) by the Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee (LPPC). This remarkable honor
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I enjoin the state actors -- police, DSS, Nigerian army and other security operatives -- to fish out these marauders and deliver justice to them as quickly as possible.
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Mothers are jewels of unquantifiable value. Happy Mother's Day to all mothers in the Anglican Communion!
- Senator Okey Ezea
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Congratulations, silver medalists! It was a great outing in this year's AFCON championships. Thank you, Super Eagles of Nigeria. You didn't lose.
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Earlier today, Tuesday, 21st May, 2024, I hosted the leaders of Akpanya Community led by the president-general of Akpanya Welfare Association, Mr. Silas Idoko. The delegation was in my National Assembly office, Three Arms Zone, Abuja, to brief me on the deplorable state of the
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While I extend my condolences to our people currently mourning the massacre of their loved ones at Adani, I urge our people to be patient and law-abiding while we wait for the government's response to the situation.
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In this month of June, we shall mark the first anniversary of the 10th Senate into which the good people of Enugu North elected me. Once more, I say: Unu emee!
In a short while, we shall tell the story of our journey so far, as we did on April 6 during the thanksgiving and
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Victory at last! Congratulations to the Super Eagles and to Nigeria on their victory over their South African opponents.
The victory is a testament to our can-do spirit. Indeed, unity is strength.
- Sen. Okey Ezea
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Happy Democracy Day, Enugu North!
This year's Democracy Day is the first I'm celebrating with ndi b'anyi as senator. Our democracy is worth celebrating, if to do justice to the memories of those who sacrificed their lives and their freedoms for democracy to take root in our
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A statement by Senator Okey Ezea on the passing of Senator Ayogu Eze
On behalf of the good people of Enugu North senatorial district, I mourn the passing of a special friend, a strong ally, a gifted writer, a skilled orator, a leader par excellence,
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Senator Ezea to Nsukka: I Won’t Dash Your Hopes
AN ADDRESS PRESENTED BY SENATOR OKECHUKWU EZEA ON THE OCCASION OF A THANKSGIVING AND GRAND RECEPTION IN HIS HONOUR IN NSUKKA
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Happy New Month, ndi b'anyi Enugu North!
May this second half of the year bring us joy and glory unlimited, and may it usher in the fulfilment of our collective aspirations.
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Soar for gold, Super Eagles! In today's final match with host Cote d'Ivoire, you've got to make our country proud once again.
Unity and faith, peace and progress -- that's our motto. Do it for us, Eagles! I pray God to crown all your efforts in this tournament with the gold
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Happy Sallah!
To our Muslim brothers and sisters in Enugu North senatorial district, I wish the joy, peace, prosperity and blessings of Allah (SWT) on this occasion of Eid-el-Fitr.
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On this year's May Day, I ponder, as I often do, the current condition of the Nigerian worker. Indeed, we of the Labour Party always have the welfare of the workforce as our topmost priority.
The present state of insecurity is injurious to everyone .
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I received in audience Rt. Hon. Ogbonnia Asogwa (Igi Nome), right, and Chief Ejike Eze (left), national commissioner, National Population Commission, today in my office at the National Assembly, Abuja.
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There seems to have been an orchestrated scheme to harass and intimidate the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, out of office. The culprits obviously are oil thieves who have met a brick wall in the very competent and incorruptible naval chief.
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As the Super Eagles get set to battle the Bafana Bafana today in the ongoing AFCON in Côte d'Ivoire, I wish the Nigerian team victory over its South African opponents.
While we continue to rally round our national symbol at the continental showpiece, I urge the government at
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It's quite shocking to learn of the sudden death of Ms Onyeka Onwenu, one of Nigeria's most iconic singers. For some of us who grew up in the 1980s, Onwenu's sonorous songs serenaded most of the events of that era and were often enjoyed across the length and breadth of Nigeria.
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Eid-Al-Adha Mubarak to the Muslim communities of Enugu North Senatorial District. May Allah's blessings be upon you throughout every step of your life and especially on this day of sacrifice.
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I paid a visit to the TCN Managing Director, Engr. Dr SA Abdulaziz, to discuss the progress made so far in the Award of Contract for the Construction of Oji River-9th Mile-Nsukka 132KV Double Circuit (DC) Transmission Line With Turn-In and Turn-Out at 9th Mile Substation and
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authored by Prof. Osita Ogbu, former Economic Chief Adviser to Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, today at Shehu Musa Yar'adua Centre, Abuja.
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Only a few months have passed since the burial of Prof George Obiozor, former President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. Now, his successor, Chief Engr. Dr. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has passed on as well. This is a calamitous quake happening in Igbo-land!
I commiserate with the
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CHRISTMAS MESSAGE TO NDI NSUKKA.
My dear good people of Enugu North Senatorial District, as we commemorate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, I pray that the peace of Christmas brings good tidings to you and your families.
As our nation grapples with various challenges,
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Yesterday, I appointed Mr. Aniebo Nwamu, a veteran journalist, as my Senior Special Adviser, Media.
While wishing him success in his new role, I urge the public to henceforth channel all media inquiries and correspondence meant for me through his office.
Congratulations !
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and their earthworks at the Enugu-Benue border. We hope to greet and thank the workers at Obollo-Afor, Orba, Opi, Ohodo, Ozalla, Ogbede and other towns before the rains intervene this year.
Our people travelling from the East to the North or returning home from Abuja or Kano can
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First One Year in Office: my achievements in the 10th Assembly and the journey so far
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The allegations in their campaign of calumny have no facts, otherwise they would have since presented them. In any case, the Nigerian Navy's statement yesterday entitled "SPONSORED MALICIOUS PUBLICATION AGAINST THE OFFICE AND PERSON OF THE CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF" provides
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and in the 7th Senate, Chairman Senate Committee on Works. His contributions to debates during plenary were rich, thoughtful and illuminating.
Our condolences go to Senator Eze's wife, children and siblings.
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all the answers. _Peoples Gazette_ and other online publications being used to propagate this evil campaign should remember that defamation of character is still a crime under Nigerian law. They should not resort to begging when the chips are down.
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We share in the grief of the immediate and extended Eze family of Umuida, Enugu-Ezike, Igbo-Eze North LGA of Enugu State.
Goodbye, Senator Ayogu Eze. We shall miss you forever.
_Signed_
SENATOR OKECHUKWU EZEA
Enugu North Senatorial District
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Once again, merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year, Ndi Nsukka!
Sen. Okey Ezea
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Dist. Sen Okey Ezea (Chief Host), Former President Goodluck Jonathan, GCFR (Chairman of the Occasion), Anyim Pius Anyim, GCON, His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi, Rt. Hon Chijioke Edeoga and other dignitaries attend the public presentation of the book "Development as Attitude"
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Senator Ezea names Aniebo Nwamu, veteran journalist, author, his Media Adviser
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As the Muslims all over the world mark the anniversary of the birth of Prophet Mohammed, I wish the Muslim community in Nigeria, especially those in Enugu North Senatorial District, a happy Eid-el-Maulud celebration.
- Sen. Okey Ezea
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It's been a trying time for both the South East and the National Assembly with the rising spate of sudden deaths amongst our leaders.
Just when we were trying to come to terms with the death of Chief Iwuanyanwu, the sudden death of Distinguished Senator Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah hit
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Please be comforted, my people of Nimbo. I will be with you in no distant time.
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I nonetheless invite your patience and perseverance as I strive to offer you the desired representation at the floor of the Nigerian Senate.
Thank you and may God bless you as we look forward to welcoming the new year with hope for a better and improved Nsukka Cultural Zone.
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Installation of 1X60MVA Transformer at Nsukka.
The US$34m project will commence in early January as the TCN has secured about 95% of all the requisite approvals needed to mobilise to site.
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But at all times we fought in the same trenches for the transformation of our zone, our state and our country.
On the floor of the Senate, Senator Ayogu Eze was very vocal, vibrant and efficient. In the 6th Senate he was chairman, Senate Committee on Information and Media,
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now hope for a smooth journey anytime soon. Motorists can now divorce the fear of kidnappers, armed robbers & accidents from their minds while plying that route.
Our thanks go to President Tinubu, Hon. Minister Umahi & indeed all other facilitators in the Fed-Ministry of Works.
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even as government strives to find a lasting solution to the orgy of killings in Uzo-Uwani LGA. I'm currently interfacing with the Federal Government of Nigeria and liaising with my colleagues at the National Assembly to see how we can find a lasting solution to the problem.
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a gadfly of the struggle for the creation of Adada state, and a worthy son of Igbo Nsukka, Distinguished Senator Ayogu Eze, this Wednesday, April 24.
Senator Eze and I shared many beliefs, political views and aspirations. At a time, we belonged to the same political party.
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May our country Nigeria overcome these challenges in the shortest possible time, so that we all may begin to enjoy a new lease of life.
Happy Workers' Day!
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I wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas celebration filled with love, laughter and cherished moments!
Merry Christmas 🎉
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High food prices, high cost of transportation and naira depreciation have all made the income of the Nigerian worker insignificant.
As a worker myself, I am at one with everyone else who demands solutions to these problems.
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go on simultaneously at both the Makurdi and Ninth-Mile ends as well as in three or more places in between.
We in Enugu North senatorial district shall be the primary beneficiaries of this Federal Government's gesture. And we are therefore waiting anxiously for the contractors
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But at all times we fought in the same trenches for the transformation of our zone, our state and our country.
On the floor of the Senate, Senator Ayogu Eze was very vocal, vibrant and efficient. In the 6th Senate he was chairman,
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China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) Nigeria Limited.
In keeping with his promise, Hon. Minister Umahi yesterday, in Makurdi, flagged off the construction and dualization of the road. I have gathered that, in no distant time, actual construction and rehabilitation works will
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possible. In no time, the Hon. Minister secured the approval of the President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the construction and dualization of this important expressway that serves motorists from almost every part of the country. He even introduced us to the contractors
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I urge you not to lose hope in the resolve and efforts of your elected representatives to ensure that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
While making efforts to give you that quality representation for which you elected me to be your senator,
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