Commemorative lecture,dinner and awards 2016(imo @40)

           IMO AT 40 COMMEMORATIVE LECTURE AND COMMUNITY SERVICE  AWARDS



THE PROJECT
IMO AT 40 COMMEMORATIVE LECTURE AND COMMUNITY SERVICE  AWARDS
LECTURE THEME:
Analyzing the Future of South East Socio-political Persuasion in today's Nigeria and the way Forward.
Vision;
To create an enabling platform, with a national  outlook, with which to address,educate  and sensitize the youths thereby empowering them with adequate knowledge with which to steer themselves  away from negative influences
Mission :
To find a subtle way that incorporates participation of influential people from all sub groups in Nigeria together in breaking the long awaited silence on The socio-political persuasions in Nigeria  that has continuously  led to loss of lives and economic opportunities in the region


ABOUT THE EVENT

The Event Is  a civic gathering to break the silence on one of the greatest challenges the Southeast of Nigeria has faced  since the beginning of the fourth Republic objectively and will feature presentation of Papers from respected technocrats and educationist drawn from the major tribes of Nigeria, civil society leaders, opinion moulders included in a discussion that will elaborate on the need of inculcating self sustaining ability, instilling positivism in the spirit of south eastern youths and paint a picture of their great future in Nigeria thereby strengthening  the bonds that unites the Nation.


WHY IMO
recently  The pivotal South Eastern States of Imo and Anambra turned 40   this year and thus presents an ample opportunity for this commemorative lecture in Imo which reflects on what the future holds for Nigeria as a united nation regardless of its  regional tensions, like Boko Haram in the North east, Niger -delta militancy in the south-south and Biafra agitations in the south east.


 CHOSEN RESOURCE PERSONS:
The lecture on the theme: Analysing the future of south east socio-political persuasion in todays Nigeria; the way forward,  with Sub topics created from the above theme, expected to be handled by these renowned Nigerians selected from the major tribes of the nation in other to entertain diverse opinion from communities and opinion leaders in and outside of the south eastern region in a bid to obtain a rational ,harmonic and nationalistic report from the discussion with which to empower the Nigerian youth,over 50 youths selected from the tertiary institutions in the five eastern states will participate in the discussion.


1.Olisa Agbakogba (SAN), One of the most respected lawyers in Nigeria from the South east, he has high inter-tribal followership and admiration in Nigeria today ,and is a voice to be reckoned to sensitize the south eastern youths on human right laws and abuse and the legal costs of participating in unlawful demonstrations etc. (South Easterner)

2. Chief Dele Momodu Journalist, Chief Dele Momodu is one the social commentators that shaped peoples opinion on the present administration, his incisive articles during the election time was on point and helped in moulding opinion of many Nigerians he is a south westerner that is loved inter-tribally in Nigeria.(South Westerner)

3.Senator Shehu Sani, Law Maker and civil right leader whose reputation as true civil right leader with interest of the common man at heart is of the highest pedigree, he is an authority on civil right issues and enjoys large followership of Nigerians of every tribe. (Northerner)


4. Prof. Pat Utomi, Technocrat ,this professor from the South - south of Nigeria is arguably one of the best brains in the nation at the moment ,his records and profile in Nation building  is rivalled by very few in todays Nigeria, the indepth of his mentorship capacity is immense and his opinions are regarded high in the cross sections of Nigeria .

5. Chief Dr. Chris Asoluka, is IMO Vice President Ohaneze Ndi igbo , and his position as the Imo apex member in the number 1 socio-cultural body governing the affairs of the Igbo's in Nigeria determined his position on this list, any discussion on the future of Igbo without participation of Oha na eze ndi Igbo will seem incomplete and this statesman of impeccable records and achievement will represent the state on Double facets As Imo Statesman and viable front for Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo

These are the people expected as the major resource persons to present papers on the confab  being put together by Nigerian Eye Newspaper,  Leadership Development Foundation for Civic Literacy, GCFN Consult and Society for Advancing literacy and social right.

The 2015 elections that brought a change in government, increased the positive surge in political consciousness of usually non-partisan youths and adult and must be effectively taken advantage of in propagating civic education in the populace and this year’s lecture presents an ample opportunity for soul search and reflections on the issues limiting the south east socio-political development and stratagems to conquer salutation of mediocrity in the zone.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDS
There are heroes in every community - Entrepreneurs ,community leaders, small business owners, real estate developers and others whose vision, tenacity and hard work are transforming Imo community into a better place to live, work, do business and raise families. The  Community Development Awards is an opportunity to pay tribute to the champions in our neighborhoods whose efforts go unrecognized. Join us to honor those who work tirelessly to improve socio-economic sustenance of Imo Community .
Award Categories

AWARDS CATEGORIES   For IMO @40 Commemorative lecture and awards

SECTION A
                                                              
Educational Institutions
1.Pre-school  of the year

A.      Mountain Crest School
B.      Golden Child Academy

      
Primary  School of the year
A.      Living Word Academy
B.      Start Right
Secondary Educational Institution of the Year
A.      Amen International
B.      Alvana Model Secondary school.
C.      Living Word Academy

Educationist of the Year.
Prof. Phil Ogbonna
Prof.  B.E.B Nwoke

2.Hospitality
Imo Hotel of the Year
A.Oxygen Resort
B.Rockview Hotel
C. Immaculate Royal Suites

Restaurant of the Year
A. Jevinik
B. DCasa Restaurant and Bar
C.Classic Restaurant
 
Quick Service Restaurant of the Year
A. Crunchies fried chicken
B.kilimanjaro Restaurant
C.Rennys Food

Recreational Centre of the Year.
A. Ibari Ogwa
B.Mimi place
C.Heroes Place
 
3.Banking/Finance
Bank of the Year

A.GTBANK
B.UBA
C. DIAMONDBANK,


Bank Manager of the Year
A.Skye Bank-Enyinnaya Asoka
B. FIRST BANK- Mr.Victor


Best Bank in Customer Service
A.      FCMB
B.      FIRST BANK
C.      GTBank

Microfinance Company of the Year
A. Finca microfinance bank
B. nwannegadi microfinance bank


5. Telecommunications
Telecom Company of the Year Imo
A. ETISALAT
B. Glo
C.MTN

Community
Humanitarian Service of the year Award
A.      Rose Tony Chukwu Foundation
B.      Nneoma Okorocha Skill Acquisition Center

IMO Civil Society of the Year
A.      Center for Youth Development and Peace Initiative
B.      Leadership Development Foundation for Civic Literacy
C.      Boiling Point Co operative Society
Entrepreneur of the Year.
Sir. Tony Ezenna 
Mr. Frank Nneji
Chief Tony Chukwu

Proactive Law maker of the Year (State)
Hon .Ugonna Ozuruigbo
Hon.Acho Ihim
Hon.Emeka Lloyd

Proactive Law Maker of the year (Federal)
Hon. Deacon Chike Okafor
Senator Hope Uzodinma
Senator Sam Anyanwu
MEDIA
Media Outfit of the Year
 Zanders Fm
Heartland FM
Trumpeta Newspaper

Most Patriotic Imo Citizen
A.      Modestus Emeka
B.      
Imo Ambassador  of the Year
A.      Prof. Phillip Ogbonna
B.      Barr. Osita Oparaugo
C.      Nnedi Okoroafor

Technocrat of the Year.
A.      Dr. Maurice Iwu
B.      Chief Festus Odumegwu
C.      Dr.Chris Asoluka

Beauty  Shop of the Year.
A.      Hair Forest
B.      Hair Wizard

Super Store of the Year;
A. House of Freeda
B. Priceless
Imo Dynamic  Brand of the Year.
A.      Royal Billion Hotel and  Apartments
B.      Leedel stores
C.      Big Deal Event Center

Most Influential Woman of the Decade.
A. Dr. (Amb) Kema Chikwe
B. Dr.Chris Anyanwu
Most Influential woman of the year
B. Mrs Nkechi Okorocha

Farm of the Year
A. Imo Palm Plantation
b.Imo Modern Poulty Avutu

Farmer of the Year
Chi and Chi Empire Owerri North
Cefeb Pen Farms Nigeria Limited Owerri West
Kingjude and Company Ezinhitte Nigeria

Exceptional Entrepreneur  in Imo 
Hon. Tony Offiah  Director Rennys Food Nigeria
Chief Victor Obianodo  C.E.O Rockview Hotels


Nollywood Personality of the Year.
A.      Genevieve Nnaji
B.      Osita Iheme
C.      Stephanie Okereke Linus

Sports Personality of the Year.
A.      Kelechi Iheanacho  Machester City Striker
B.      Hon Ugonna Ozuruigbo Chairman Heartland FC
C.      Emmanuel Amunike

Beauty  Shop of the Year.
C.      Hair Forest
D.      Hair Wizard

Super Store of the Year;
A. House of Freeda
B. Priceless
Imo Dynamic  Brand of the Year.
D.      Royal Billion Hotel and  Apartments
E.       Leedel stores
F.       Big Deal Event Center

Creative writer of the year .
Uche peter umez
Nnenna Ihebom
Chimee  Adioha

Imo Blogg of the year
MyImsu.com, lindaikejiblog. Com, alaowerri.com, krietiveempire.blogspot. com