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GGM Cooperative Visits Correctional Centre and others

Charity Visitation Report

On 15th December, 2025, members of Good Governance Multipurpose Cooperative Ltd (GGM Cooperative) embarked on a humanitarian outreach to the vulnerable, the less privileged, and the physically challenged within our immediate environment. This charitable visitation formed part of the Cooperative’s commitment to service, compassion, and inclusive development.

The visitation commenced at motherless babies’ homes, where members of the Cooperative spent time with the children, showering them with love, care, and essential support items. The warmth and joy shared during this interaction reaffirmed our belief that humanity thrives where compassion is practiced.

From there, the team proceeded to the Correctional Service Centre, where we engaged inmates in an interactive and motivational session. The Cooperative was graciously granted a platform to address hundreds of inmates, during which we shared the vision, values, and opportunities offered by GGM Cooperative. We encouraged the inmates to embrace hope, discipline, and self-reliance, and we offered potential employment opportunities within the GGM Agricultural Estate upon their reintegration into society.

In a symbolic demonstration of self-sufficiency and productive engagement, we informed the inmates that the two bags of rice donated were produced from our own farmlands. This message of food security through collective effort resonated strongly with the inmates, inspiring them to believe that with commitment and cooperation, communities can sustainably feed themselves. The session ended with prayers and words of encouragement from the inmates, who expressed deep appreciation and prayed for the continued success of GGM’s service to humanity.

The outreach team then traveled to Nkpor to visit one of our members who has been bedridden for several years due to a ghastly motor accident that left her physically challenged. Members of the Cooperative expressed solidarity through prayers, emotional support, and financial assistance. While her immediate need remains specialized medical attention to aid her recovery and mobility, the visit brought her immense joy and reassurance that she is not forgotten. The encounter was deeply emotional and reinforcing of our shared responsibility toward one another.

The final stop was Amaku Teaching Hospital,Awka, where we visited patients receiving medical care. Acting on the professional advice of medical officers, cash support was extended to three critically ill patients. The beneficiaries expressed heartfelt gratitude, visibly encouraged by the knowledge that GGM Cooperative could reach out to them in their moment of need.

The Cooperative extends profound appreciation to all members and friends who contributed financially, materially, and through personal sacrifice to make this charity outreach a success. May God reward every donor abundantly, grant you divine provision, and open doors of opportunities for you now and in the year 2026. To those who volunteered their time despite tight schedules and short notice, your commitment will not go unrewarded. May divine protection surround you, and may help meet you at your point of need.

GGM Cooperative remains steadfast in its mission to promote good governance, economic empowerment, and service to humanity.

Thank you.

Ndubuisi Anaenugwu
President,GGM Cooperative

GGM Cooperative Launches Agricultural Estate ,grows Earnings by 167%- Anaenugwu

Opening Speech by the President
Good Governance Multipurpose Cooperative Ltd
Annual General Meeting – Sunday, 7th December 2025

Distinguished members, stakeholders, and friends of Good Governance Multipurpose Cooperative Ltd., it is with great joy that I formally welcome you to our 2025 Annual General Meeting.

This year has been one of remarkable growth and steady progress for our Cooperative. For three consecutive years, we have sustained growth across all key performance indicators. We promised to uphold the highest level of integrity with zero tolerance for excuses — and we have kept that promise. We pledged to lay a solid foundation, driven by passion and sacrifice, for a prosperous homeland — and we have faithfully done so.

A journey of a million miles begins with a single step. We have taken not just one, but three strong steps forward. We may not be at our final destination yet, but surely, the light at the end of the tunnel grows brighter. With our determination and professionalism, our road to the promised land is firmly guaranteed.

Our message of Good Governance continues to spread like wildfire, and GGM Cooperative is winning new hearts. In the 2025 financial year, 51 new members joined this winning economic team, committed to building a Cooperative of our choice and of our future.

Significantly, our Isusu contributions grew by 185%, capital investments increased by 54%, and our deposit earnings rose by an impressive 167%. These achievements reflect not only the confidence our members have in us, but also our collective commitment to building a financially empowered community.

Our success this year is rooted in prudent management of members’ resources, disciplined financial stewardship, and unwavering professionalism. We maintained very low recurrent and capital expenditures, ensuring that every contribution was maximized for growth, especially as our Cooperative continues to expand.

A major milestone in our journey was the successful acquisition of agricultural farmland in Ayamelum Local Government Area. During the planting season, we cultivated 60 plots of rice — a strategic step toward establishing firm ownership and advancing our agricultural vision. With this substantial land asset now secured, our mission to develop a modern, viable, and sustainable agricultural estate has truly begun.

This year also came with challenges. The Federal Government’s zero-importation policy on foreign rice, without adequate consideration for local investors, posed a serious setback to agricultural investments. Lessons have been learned, though at great cost. Nevertheless, the future remains bright. Anambra State Government can partner with Cooperative Society like GGM Cooperative to ensure that there is food security and quality jobs in the State and Igbo Nation at large.

I am proud to emphasize that the management team of GGM Cooperative is made up of men and women of proven integrity — individuals dedicated to transparency, accountability, and the long-term prosperity of our members.

As we gather today, let us celebrate how far we have come and renew our collective commitment to building a stronger, more prosperous Cooperative for all.

Thank you, and once again, you are warmly welcome.

Ndubuisi Anaenugwu
President, GGM Cooperative Society

Angry Zamfara Youths Stone House of Rep Over Poor Performance

Angry youths in Zamfara State, Nigeria, have stoned and beaten up a member of the House of Representatives over alleged poor performance. The incident occurred in Dansadau, Maru Local Government Area, during a visit by Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal.

The lawmaker, whose identity hasn’t been officially confirmed, was accused of failing to deliver meaningful representation and neglecting the community’s needs, including insecurity, unemployment, and poor infrastructure.

Videos circulating on social media show the lawmaker being slapped, dragged, and pelted with stones by the mob, while security personnel struggled to rescue him. The crowd chanted “bamayi” (a Hausa term expressing rejection or anger) as they confronted the lawmaker

The attack reflects growing frustration among Zamfara youths, who feel their elected representatives have abandoned them. Community leaders are calling for calm and urging peaceful dialogue to address grievances.

On Your Mandate We Shall Stand.”-Governor Sim Fubara’s Supporters Sing As He Officially Defects To The APC

On why he defected to the ruling APC, Governor Fubara said the PDP’s failure to protect him during the recent political crisis in the state, while the APC offered the support and protection he needed necessitated his defection.

“I went to see Mr. President not just for a personal visit, but for a consultation on state matters,” Fubara said. “The most important outcome of that meeting is that we now have full support to leave where we were because we didn’t get the protection we needed. The struggles we faced were due to the crisis in the state.

If President Tinubu had not intervened, there wouldn’t be a Siminalayi Fubara today. We have the people and supporters with us. Our decision is to move to the APC and fully support the President’s second-term bid.” he said.

(lindaikejiblog)

BREAKING: Thousands March in Abuja, Demand Official Recognition of Middle Belt as Distinct Region

ABUJA – Tens of thousands of Middle Belt indigenes took to the streets of the Federal Capital Territory today in a massive but peaceful protest, calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to formally recognize the Middle Belt as a distinct geo-political and administrative region separate from the North.
Carrying bold banners and placards, protesters gathered from early morning along Ahmadu Bello Way, Eagle Square, and the Three Arms Zone, chanting in unison: “Middle Belt is not North!”
“President Tinubu, recognize Middle Belt Region!”
“We are Middle Beltans, not Northerners!”The protesters, a colorful mix of Tiv, Idoma, Berom, Eggon, Jukun, Igede, Igala, Ebira, and dozens of other ethnic nationalities, wore traditional attires and waved Nigerian flags alongside green-white-green Middle Belt flags.
Key messages on the placards included:
* PRESIDENT TINUBU, RECOGNIZE MIDDLE BELT REGION
* MIDDLE BELT IS NOT NORTH!
* MIDDLE BELT DESERVES RECOGNITION
* WE ARE MIDDLE BELTANS, NOT NORTHERNERS
* NO MORE FORCED ASSIMILATION INTO THE NORTH

Speaking to journalists at the Unity Fountain, coordinator of the Middle Belt Consciousness Movement, Dr. Paul Itodo, said: “For too long, the Middle Belt has been lumped together with the far North for political convenience. We are culturally, historically, and religiously different. We have suffered marginalization because decisions meant for the core North are imposed on us.
Today we say enough is enough. We demand that the Middle Belt – comprising Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa, Taraba, Adamawa, southern Kaduna, Southern Borno, Niger, Southern Yobe, southern Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, and the Federal Capital Territory – be recognized as a separate region with its own development commission and equitable representation.”
A female protester, Mrs. Mercy David from Plateau State, added in tears:
“We are tired of being called ‘Northerners’ when our people are killed and our voices silenced in the name of ‘one North.’ Middle Belt is not North!”The protest remained peaceful throughout, with only light police presence observed. Motorists and passers-by honked in solidarity as the march passed major government buildings.
As at 4:30 pm, a delegation of Middle Belt leaders was granted audience at the Presidential Villa to present their formal demand letter to President Tinubu.Today’s protest is the largest public demonstration of Middle Belt identity assertion since the 2023 general elections.
#MiddleBeltIsNotNorth

Njikoka LG Chairman Commissions Whiteboard Project Launched By NASSA-Light 04 Members At Alma Mater

 

To aid teaching and learning in their alma mater, some members of the 2004 graduates of Nnamdi Azikiwe Secondary School, Abagana, NASSA-Light 04, have constructed whiteboards in ten classrooms in the school and promised to do more in the nearest future.

Commissioning the school project, the Chairman of Njikoka Local Government, Barrister Chinedu Ononiba, represented by the Supervisory Councillor for Education, Hon. Ifeanyi Okeke, who was joined by his Environment counterpart, Hon. Izuchukwu Ugokwe, prayed God to provide more for the group and that the NASSA students would enjoy the benefit of the gesture he said is worthy of emulation.

He recalled that there was a time they were like the current students, with big dreams that would help the society, and urged the students to aim at success and remember to give back to the society.

Appreciating the group of former students, the Principal of the school, Mr. Joseph Ekwuya, represented by the Vice Principal, Administration, Mrs. Franca Okakpu, the Dean of Studies, Mr. Anthony Adike, and teachers, Mr. Anthony Okafor and Mrs. Nwanneka Chukwumezie, reminded the current students that education is not a scam and urged them to remember their alma mater as the NASSA-Light 04 members did, adding that such visits would help in shaping the future and mindset of the current students.

Earlier, the Chairman of NASSA-Light 04, Chukwunonso Obodo, said that with God’s enablement, more of such gestures would be coming to the school, noting that the whiteboards being commissioned will help in teaching and learning, and urged the students to be inspired to do more for the school in their time.

36 Empowered For University Education As ‘League of Anambra Professionals’ Unveils “Future Forward Scholarship Initiative”

… scholarship to cover full tuition, accommodation, monthly support stipend per student per year!

The League of Anambra Professionals, LAP, has unveiled an educational programme tagged ‘Future Forward Scholarship Initiative’ in Awka, during which the group empowered thirty-six indigenous students from the three senatorial zones of the state who recently gained university admission, and expressed intent to expand the number of beneficiaries.

Speaking at the event, the President of LAP, Sir Nnamdi Obi, represented by his Deputy, and Chairman of Education Committee of LAP, Dr. Ifeyinwa Jibunoh, explained that the scholarship will cover full tuition, accommodation, monthly support stipend, all amounting to one million naira per student per year, adding that Anambra has always been known for its academic excellence, and that LAP is committed to restoring and strengthening that legacy.

Noting that LAP has been involved in numerous impactful activities over the years, the LAP President described the event as “auspicious, heart-centered educational programme”, adding that the gathering marks the first edition of a transformative initiative designed to lift, support and empower Anambra students to pursue and attain their academic aspirations; regardless of the financial hardship this may place on their families.

To introduce the beneficiaries to financial literacy, prudent independence and responsible financial habits, LAP said in partnership with their anchor bank, Fidelity Bank, all the 36 scholars will open accounts through which their monthly support will be managed to that the students have the comfort and stability they need to excel academically.

Beyond funding, the group said it also has mentorship and mind-shift programme, all aimed at ensuring that LAP graduates global young men and women equipped to engage meaningfully in any sphere of enterprise, locally or internationally.

“To accomplish this, we will offer training and skills development, mentorship from reputable leaders across society, internship opportunities in their chosen fields, exposure to diverse thought, innovation, and enterprise.

This is the LAP promise to our Future Scholars”.

“… today we are planting a seed—one that will grow into a forest of possibility for Anambra’s future. These 36 scholars represent hope, resilience, and the limitless potential of our state. As we take this bold step, we invite all partners, institutions, and well-meaning Ndi Anambra to join hands with us in expanding this vision. Together, we will build a generation that is educated, empowered, globally competitive, and deeply rooted in the values that make Anambra exceptional.

This is our pledge. This is our mission. This is our future”.

Others who spoke at the event, including a guest from Maryland, USA, Dr Mrs Ngozi Achike, and a member of Education Committee of LAP, Kasie Abone, urged the beneficiaries to be exemplary in conduct, and maintain high academic and behavioral standards; knowing that grace met them through LAP, and that eyes are on them.

The beneficiaries, including Chioma Ekwueme, a 100-level Anatomy student at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and Nnaji Chima, a 100-level Microbiology student at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam promised to make the best use of the opportunity in order to achieve success, and to give back to the society in future.

In his remarks on the essence of scholarship and human capital development, the Anambra State Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Dr. Odogwu Emeka Odogwu, represented by Ukpa Ewa, commended LAP’s vision, commitment and investment in the next generation, and expressed strong belief that the scholarship initiative will expand and accommodate more indigent students across Anambra, thereby giving young people a fair and just opportunity to succeed, and ensuring that no one is left behind.

“On behalf of the NUJ Anambra State Council, I commend your vision, your commitment, and your investment in the next generation. We are proud to associate with this noble association”.

You Are Not A Lawyer: Judge Rejects Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother To Represent Him

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Thursday, rejected Prince Emmanuel Kanu’s appearance for his brother, Nnamdi Kanu, on the ground that he is not a lawyer.

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, who was recently convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, filed a fresh motion before the Court, stating why he shouldn’t be at Sokoto prison.

The motion was presented before the trial court by Emmanuel Kanu.

The applicant said in view of the impossibility of his appearance before the court or chambers to personally move the motion, the judge should proceed and hear it in his absence.

Kanu maintained that it would be in the interest of justice for him to be transferred to a facility near Abuja to enable him to effectively prosecute his appeal.

However, when the matter was called, trial Justice Omotosho declined to grant audience to Kanu’s brother, Emmanuel.

Emmanuel had announced his appearance on behalf of the IPOB leader.

Justice Omotosho told Kanu’s brother that he could not move such application since he is not a lawyer.

This ex parte motion cannot be moved on the convict’s behalf because you are not a legal practitioner,” the trial judge insisted.

He implored the applicant to engage a legal practitioner or approach the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria for legal representation since the law allows it.

“When I said representation, it is not his (Kanu’s) father, brother, sister or relations I meant. I mean his counsel.

“I am not going to the merit of this application now in the interest of justice.

“But you cannot represent a human being when you are not a lawyer; you can only represent a corporate body.

Therefore, you cannot move the application because you are not a solicitor or advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

“For you to be qualified as a lawyer, it will take you another six years or thereabout. So get a counsel to move the application,” the judge added.

Taking the hint of the court, Emmanuel requested for a hearing date.

Consequently, Justice James Omotosho adjourned the motion till December 8.

(Vanguard)

Breaking: President Bola Tinubu Nominates General Christopher Musa as New Defence Minister

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has nominated former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, as the country’s new Minister of Defence, following the resignation of Mohammed Badaru Abubakar.

General Musa, 58, is a highly decorated and experienced military leader with a distinguished career spanning over three decades. He served as Chief of Defence Staff from 2023 to October 2025 and has held several key positions, including Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai and Commander of the Nigerian Army Infantry Corps.

The nomination is subject to confirmation by the Senate and is seen as a strategic move to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and address the country’s worsening insecurity.

Breaking: Nigerian Defense Minister Resigns

Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, has resigned from office with immediate effect, citing health reasons.

The defense minister resigned on December 1, 2025, addressed to Tinubu who has accepted the resignation and thanked Abubakar for his services to the nation while he is expected to inform the Senate of a nominee to fill the vacant ministerial position later this week.

Abubakar, 63, previously served as Governor of Jigawa State from 2015 to 2023 before being appointed Defence Minister on August 21, 2023. His resignation comes amid President Tinubu’s declaration of a national security emergency.

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