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Yuletide: Ebonyi APC chair, others commend Nwali for car gifts to staff
The Chief Executive officer (CEO) of C-Sagas Projects Nig. Ltd., Chief Christian Asaga Nwali, has been commended for giving exotic cars to his staff, in appreciation of their contributions to the successes of the company over the years.
Chief Nwanli, who was recently honoured with the chieftaincy title of Ide Ji Ulo 1 of Izzi Nnodo Kingdom in Ebonyi State, extended this latest philanthropic gesture to his staff during the end of the year dinner he organized for them on Sunday, December 17th, 2023.
The popular hotelier, business mogul and philanthropist who spoke at the event, express the desire for the best architects, engineers, hoteliers, drivers, builders and environmentalists in the world to come from the C-Sagas Group of Companies in the near future.
Speaking on the occasion, the Ebonyi State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Stanley Emeagha, commended Chief Nwali, saying he is one of a kind.
Continuing he indicated that Chief Nwali has set a pace for Ebonyi citizens in particular and Nigerians in general to emulate as the hotelier has cultivated the habit of promoting the greatest happiness of his workers, as propounded by Jeremy Bentham.
Chief Emeagha said, what stands Chief Nwali out among his peers is his humility as the hotelier is the most understanding, approachable and appreciative boss any worker would dream to have.
Lending his voice, a notable entrepreneur, Chief Engr. Godwin Nwankwo, hailed Architect Nwali on his achievements and love for his staff in particular and mankind in general, describing the hotelier as a man who has an unwavering interest in investing in humanity at large.
Chief Nwankwo prophesied that C-Sagas Group of Companies will be ranked among the best not only in Nigeria, but in Europe, America and Asia, even as he charged the beneficiaries of the car gifts to be hard working, diligent and dedicated; in order to continue to promote the company.
On his part, the Attorney General of Ebonyi State and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Ben Uruchi Odoh, eulogized chief Nwanli, saying the gesture is another humanitarian intervention worthy of emulation.
Dr. Odoh, who doubled as the Chairman of the event, also appreciated chief Nwali for celebrating generosity, night of gratitude and community impact.
Similarly, former Minister of Culture and Tourism, Amb. Franklin Ogbuewu, described the gesture as one worthy of emulation, extolling the good virtue of humility exhibited by Chief Nwali.
He described the hotellier as the most humble, young and intelligent person he has ever come across.
Also speaking at the event, the Chief of Staff to the Ebonyi State Governor, Prof. Emmanuel Echiegu, appreciated God for the likes of Arc. Chief Nwali in Ebonyi State, even as he noted the architectural geomancy of his hotels in different states across the federation.
He indicated that the humble architect has over 500 employees in his establishments like Cirenes Hotels in Kpiri-Kpiri, Abakaliki, Exclusive Serene Hotel and Suites in New Haven, Enugu and Exclusive Serene Hotel and Suites in Wuye, Abuja, adding that Chief Nwali has always endeavoured to help the state and federal government in lifting Nigerians out of poverty and giving hope to the less privileged in Nigeria.
Highlights of the event included entertainment from a live band, stand-up comedy by seasoned entertainers, provision of assorted cuisines and drinks for the delight of the guests, among others.
Chief Nwali, who has been in the habit of improving the lives of his staff in different ways, commended them for their efforts in the progress recorded in the company over the years.
The hardworking hotelier, who has previously been conferred with chieftaincy titles as Odozie Obodo 1 of Ameka Ikwo and Uzochukwu wara 1 of Ekpelu Kingdom in Ikwo LGA, said the good gestures were targeted at inspiring the beneficiaries, to motivate them and change them positively, hoping that they, in turn, would change others for a better world.
Former Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Professor Tom Adaba, has passed away at the age of 84.
According to reports, he died peacefully on Saturday in Abuja.
Chief Adinoyi Joe Anivasa, Secretary of the Egbira Elders Forum, confirmed the news, stating, “I feel sad to inform you that our elder and leader, Prof. Tom A. Adaba, has answered the call of nature this morning. Further details about his burial arrangements will be communicated later.”
Born on July 2, 1941, Prof. Adaba made significant contributions to Nigeria’s broadcasting industry. Between 1988 and 1992, he became the first Nigerian to serve as President of the African Council for Communication Education.
Despite calls for suspension from the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and the Nigeria Police Force, the Osun State local government election proceeded as scheduled on Saturday.
Governor Ademola Adeleke voted in Ede North Local Government Area, describing the process as peaceful and urging residents to exercise their franchise.
The AGF, Lateef Fagbemi, cited a Court of Appeal ruling allegedly reinstating sacked local government chairmen, while the police warned of potential security threats.
However, the Osun State government insisted on holding the election, emphasizing its commitment to obeying a court directive. The opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) boycotted the polls.
Voting took place under tight security, with minimal commercial activity observed in Osogbo, the state capital.
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Commissioner for Information, Jonathan Vatsa, has indicated that Firmer President Muhammadu Buhari’s absence at the public presentation of former military ruler General Ibrahim Babangida’s autobiography, The Journey of Service, held in Abuja on Thursday was not surprising.
Speaking to journalists in Minna on Saturday, Vatsa suggested that Buhari’s no-show was a result of unresolved bitterness over the 1985 coup, in which Babangida overthrew him and subsequently detained him.
According to Vatsa, Buhari may still harbor resentment, especially over being denied the chance to bid his late mother farewell while in detention.
“It Would Have Been the 9th Wonder of the World If Buhari Had Attended”
Vatsa claimed that Buhari’s absence was expected, given the deep-seated history between the two former leaders.
“The memory of the ‘mother of all betrayals’ has not left him. It would have been the ninth wonder of the world if Buhari had attended that book launch,” he said.
The APC chieftain also linked Buhari’s perceived neglect of Niger State during his eight-year presidency to his history with Babangida.
“The whole world knows that Niger State was made a scapegoat by Buhari because of IBB. For eight years, he did not pay any serious official visit to the state, and not a single federal project was executed here. The Baro Port project was abandoned, and federal roads across the state were left in disrepair,” Vatsa alleged.
He claimed that despite the overwhelming votes Buhari received from Niger State in 2015 and 2019, the state was sidelined due to the personal history between the former presidents.
“When two elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers. Niger State paid for the sin of one man,” he lamented.
When asked for his opinion on the contents of IBB’s autobiography, Vatsa said he would reserve his comments until he has read and digested the book fully.
“There are certain things I expected to see in the book. Once I am done reading, I will invite you all for my comments,” he stated.
The book launch attracted several high-profile attendees, including President Bola Tinubu, former presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, and Yakubu Gowon, as well as former military head of state Abdulsalami Abubakar.
Other dignitaries included former Ghanaian President Akufo-Addo, former Sierra Leonean President Ernest Koroma, and ex-vice presidents Atiku Abubakar, Yemi Osinbajo, and Namadi Sambo, alongside traditional rulers and state governors.
Buhari’s absence, however, remained a major talking point, reinforcing speculations that the 1985 coup remains a sore point in Nigeria’s political history.
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