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An Address Presented by Nweke Emmanuel Onyekachi PhD (Event Chairman), during the Ogbakor Etche Easter Convention held at Eberi Omuma, on the 21st of April, 2025.

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Established Protocol PREAMBLE It is with great sense of privilege that I address you today, my great people of Etche ethnic nationality, one of the most revered ethnic nationalities in Rivers State and Nigeria. The two local government areas that make up our nation, have been in the forefront of the prosperity and image boost of our dear state. We are a people known for peace and hospitality to ourselves, neighbours and tenants. The theme of this year’s Easter Convention, ‘ Land Grabbing and Insecurity in Etche Nation ’, is not only prompt but a clarion call to forestall image harm and foster prosperity in our dear Etche nation. Land grabbing could mean a forceful or fraudulent acquisition of land asset of a community by government, individuals, and usually in large scale. Land grabbing leads to environmental damage and social unrest or disturbance. There have identified causes of land grabbing. One of such causes is historical falsehood or absolute or partial history or denial. ...
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CALVARY FROM GOD’S VIEW

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  It is Easter week and very soon we will start seeing terribly curated dramas and plays aimed at depicting the journey and events of the cross. One common theme all of these plays and drama is the suffering that Christ had endured before and during His crucifixion as well as His death and the significance they hold for us today.
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Much Ado About Supreme Court Judgement

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There has been a lot of noise that has greeted the judgement of the Supreme Court favouring the candidate of the PDP in the last guber election and Governor of Rivers State, Sir. Siminalayi Fubara against the candidate of the APC, Arc. Tonye Cole. Unfortunately, some of those celebrating seem not to even understand why they're celebrating. A lot of them have made the FCT Minister the subject of their celebrations like the victory at the Supreme Court was a victory against him. This set of people are either delusional or simply politically naive. Following the outcome of the 2023 general elections, His Excellency Chief Barr. Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, CON, GSSRS, successfully retired RT. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi and sent him into political oblivion. Why then would anyone think that he would bring him back to political relevance by supporting Amaechi's candidate and business partner Arc. Tonye Cole to become governor via a Supreme Court Judgement? A good warrior wins a battle before g...
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SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS OF DRUG ABUSE AND ADDICTION AMONG OMUMA YOUTH

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Being a public lecture delivered by NWEKE, EMMANUEL ONYEKA PhD, at the Twelfth Anniversary of Oganihi Omuma Forum INC. PROTOCOL. PREAMBLE Permit me to thank Oganihi Omuma Forum (OOF) for their continued effort in ensuring that Omuma is truly not left behind. You have continued to distinguish yourself among several other entities in Omuma. You have been able to carve a niche for yourself by regularly at least on annual basis, identify the needs of Omuma people, including social, economic, educational and even spiritual needs as demonstrated by your sister forum, Omuma Youth for Christ. I am as usual happy and feel privileged to be called upon to speak once more before this distinguished special cream and crop of Omuma land. Nu kanka. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Drug abuse: refers to the ways or manners of misusing medicine in terms of over dose it, or diverting its purpose. Drug Addiction: this refers to state of being used to drug abuse. It is a default state of what I refer to as hypnoti...
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Let Us Talk About PRETTY PRIVILEGES

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It’s normal to see a lady go on lavish vacations in exquisite locations with no single dime in the pocket. (Or purse). For am man to be able to afford the same trip he may need to work his socks off for some months (or years, as the case may be). And sometimes he may need to collaborate with some friends in order to chest the expenses.  But here we have a female without a job, a skill or source of income of any sort making these trips multiple times. Simple because she has a pretty face. This example explains the basic concept of the infamous pretty privilege; which I never knew was a thing until recently. Now, don’t get me wrong. There is nothing wrong in a person receiving preferential treatment or advantages based on their physical looks. I mean I wouldn’t mind getting stuff for free simply because I have a big head. My only problem is with those sisters who make it a full time job. If we’re being honest to ourselves, then we’ll all agree that being physically attractive is alwa...
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NO ONE STAYS IN ONE POSITION FOR LONG

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By Lesley Chimezie Nwankwo. Time is in a constant (perpetual) forward motion. Consequently, everything under the influence of time must adapt and move along with it or get left behind, becomes obsolete and forgotten. It is on this premise that I have come to believe that it is impossible for anyone or anything to be stagnated or remain in a particular state for too long. If you find yourself running or moving "in a circle", there is a very big chance that you are actually moving in a downward spiral. You are either moving forward or you're moving backwards. There is a very limited opening for middle ground. This is because life moves at a consistently fast pace. One needs to equally be in a consistent forward motion in order to keep up. The only time you are permitted to stay at one position for a while is when you are consolidating on a win or establishing yourself in a newly conquered territory. After that time, IT IS IMPORTANT TO MOVE ON. Or you risk being stuck, froze...
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The Untapped Power of Play

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An article written by Lesley Chimezie Nwankwo  We live in a time where everything and everyone is moving at lightening speed and everything is far becoming digitised . In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for fun or play. We get so encumbered with responsibilities that the concept of play gets easily overlooked or dismissed as an exclusive reserve for children. However, the power of play transcends childhood games. In fact they hold immense potentials that could enrich our lives even as adults. Good old organic play has the power to positively impact various facets of our lives. Including our physical health, mental well-being, intellectual acuity and emotional development. Ø   The Science of Play Scientifically, researches have shown that playful behaviours have positive effects on the brain. It enhances cognitive abilities. According to a research done using animals, (Barros et Al 201...
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