SINGLES OF IBUSA, MEET IN LAGOS
Report by Victor Izuka Onwuka
Nov 17, 2019
* Prof Uwandulu Challenges Ibusa Youths to Produce 1 PhD Holders in Every Family
* Rosemary Ikolodo Unveils History Book for Ibusa People
*"Develop the trait to fund Ibusa Researches", Henry Ajumeze Tells Ibusa People
History was made for Ibusa
youths yesterday when the Group, 'Igbuzo
Singles Meet' held its 9th All Ibusa Singles Conference and Lecture in
Lagos, the first of its kind outside Ibusa in Delta State. The
conference also witnessed the unveiling of the book, "A History of
Ibusa" authored by Elder Emeka Esogbue.
Youths of Ibusa began to gather at the Santa Maria Montessori Schools, Alaka venue of the conference as early as 9am of yesterday for the event. In his opening remarks, Sir Tony Francis Oraegbu, the Chairman of the Occasion who was represented by his wife, Lady Euphemia Oraegbu saluted Ibusa youths for having the courage to come together while expressing belief in the youths of Ibusa. He thanked Elder Esogbue for his love for the community.
The Welcome Address saw Elder Emeka Esogbue's appeal to capable Ibusa men and women to take Ibusa youth affairs with all seriousness. He noted that despite the big names in the community, the people have not done enough to selflessly support non-political groups that have to do with the community especially groups with youth affiliation, warning that lack of empowerment of the youths can affect the future of the community negatively. Elder Emeka Esogbue was accompanied to the event by his wife, Mrs Lilian Esogbue.
The historian singled out Chief Amaechi Nwaenie, the Uwolo of Ibusa as contributing to the hosting of this year's program. He noted that responding to invitations to non-political gatherings of social importance to the youths is now a major challenge to those working to enhance youth development socially. He thanked Mr. Kelvin Njideaka who offered the use of the venue for the conference.
Keynote Speaker, Mrs Uche Uchidiunor Amatokwu held the gathering spellbound with her message of Ibusa love. The highly resourceful Amatokwu who spoke on "Ibusa to Ibusa Marriage: A Testimony of Our Cultural Strength and Unity" was overwhelming as she journeyed into the Bible to establish her arguments. She encouraged the youths to love and think Ibusa always.
Guest Speaker, Pastor Emmanuel Watson of The Overcomer Glorious Faith Ministry Outreach used the opportunity of his resourcefulness to pray for Ibusa youths for divine opening in every area of their lives especially marriage.
Questions were asked regarding the lectures delivered and Ibusa culture of marriage, and responses were received with the most prominent coming from Evangelist Felix Nyemike Nkadi who urged the youths to be of good character as character easily reflects in marriage. He was supported by Mr. Joseph Odibe, the Father of the Day.
The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the book, "A History of Ibusa", conducted by the Special Guest of Honour, Chief Mrs. Rosemary Moji Ikolodo, Head of Patovilki Industrial Planners Ltd who also launched the book also announced an amount from Prof Austin Uwandulu whom she represented in another capacity as donation for launching the book.
Earlier the book was reviewed ably by Dr. Olukayode Akinrolabu of the Lagos State University who told he gathering that his wife hails from the community with additional commentaries from University of Cape Town, South Africa Theatre History Lecturer, Dr Henry Obi Ajumeze. Dr Ajumeze who praised Emeka Esogbue's scholarly contributions to the development of Ibusa urged the Ibusa people to support Ibusa researches as researchers rarely sponsor their works for a community.
Meanwhile in a message read out by Chief Mrs. Ikolodo, Prof Austin Uwandulu, the Chief Guest of Honour, urged Ibusa youths to strive to ensure that there are one PhD holders in every Ibusa family in the next ten years. He recalled that the establishment of St Joseph's Teachers Training College earlier in the community in 1928, being the earliest higher institution in the whole of today's Delta State put the Ibusa people ahead of others.
There was musical entertainment from Ayaya Mog and stand-up comedy presentation. Other respected guests at the occasion included Mrs Victoria Achukwu, the Guest of Honour, Mr. Obiagbo, Mr Albert Agoh, Miss Grace Nduka, Ms Ezinne Glory and Mr Stephen Nwabudike among several others. Several other groups such as Betta People of Oshimili North led by Mrs Nneka Edith Obiechie who was also the Mother of the Day, Agboju Secondary School, Agboju, Old Students Association ('83/88 Set) and People of Oshimili North among others were also represented by delegated at the occasion.
The event was attended by about 200 participants. The All Ibusa Singles Conference and Lecture is an annual event
Report by Victor Izuka Onwuka
Nov 17, 2019
* Prof Uwandulu Challenges Ibusa Youths to Produce 1 PhD Holders in Every Family
* Rosemary Ikolodo Unveils History Book for Ibusa People
*"Develop the trait to fund Ibusa Researches", Henry Ajumeze Tells Ibusa People
History was made for Ibusa
Youths of Ibusa began to gather at the Santa Maria Montessori Schools, Alaka venue of the conference as early as 9am of yesterday for the event. In his opening remarks, Sir Tony Francis Oraegbu, the Chairman of the Occasion who was represented by his wife, Lady Euphemia Oraegbu saluted Ibusa youths for having the courage to come together while expressing belief in the youths of Ibusa. He thanked Elder Esogbue for his love for the community.
The Welcome Address saw Elder Emeka Esogbue's appeal to capable Ibusa men and women to take Ibusa youth affairs with all seriousness. He noted that despite the big names in the community, the people have not done enough to selflessly support non-political groups that have to do with the community especially groups with youth affiliation, warning that lack of empowerment of the youths can affect the future of the community negatively. Elder Emeka Esogbue was accompanied to the event by his wife, Mrs Lilian Esogbue.
The historian singled out Chief Amaechi Nwaenie, the Uwolo of Ibusa as contributing to the hosting of this year's program. He noted that responding to invitations to non-political gatherings of social importance to the youths is now a major challenge to those working to enhance youth development socially. He thanked Mr. Kelvin Njideaka who offered the use of the venue for the conference.
Keynote Speaker, Mrs Uche Uchidiunor Amatokwu held the gathering spellbound with her message of Ibusa love. The highly resourceful Amatokwu who spoke on "Ibusa to Ibusa Marriage: A Testimony of Our Cultural Strength and Unity" was overwhelming as she journeyed into the Bible to establish her arguments. She encouraged the youths to love and think Ibusa always.
Guest Speaker, Pastor Emmanuel Watson of The Overcomer Glorious Faith Ministry Outreach used the opportunity of his resourcefulness to pray for Ibusa youths for divine opening in every area of their lives especially marriage.
Questions were asked regarding the lectures delivered and Ibusa culture of marriage, and responses were received with the most prominent coming from Evangelist Felix Nyemike Nkadi who urged the youths to be of good character as character easily reflects in marriage. He was supported by Mr. Joseph Odibe, the Father of the Day.
The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the book, "A History of Ibusa", conducted by the Special Guest of Honour, Chief Mrs. Rosemary Moji Ikolodo, Head of Patovilki Industrial Planners Ltd who also launched the book also announced an amount from Prof Austin Uwandulu whom she represented in another capacity as donation for launching the book.
Earlier the book was reviewed ably by Dr. Olukayode Akinrolabu of the Lagos State University who told he gathering that his wife hails from the community with additional commentaries from University of Cape Town, South Africa Theatre History Lecturer, Dr Henry Obi Ajumeze. Dr Ajumeze who praised Emeka Esogbue's scholarly contributions to the development of Ibusa urged the Ibusa people to support Ibusa researches as researchers rarely sponsor their works for a community.
Meanwhile in a message read out by Chief Mrs. Ikolodo, Prof Austin Uwandulu, the Chief Guest of Honour, urged Ibusa youths to strive to ensure that there are one PhD holders in every Ibusa family in the next ten years. He recalled that the establishment of St Joseph's Teachers Training College earlier in the community in 1928, being the earliest higher institution in the whole of today's Delta State put the Ibusa people ahead of others.
There was musical entertainment from Ayaya Mog and stand-up comedy presentation. Other respected guests at the occasion included Mrs Victoria Achukwu, the Guest of Honour, Mr. Obiagbo, Mr Albert Agoh, Miss Grace Nduka, Ms Ezinne Glory and Mr Stephen Nwabudike among several others. Several other groups such as Betta People of Oshimili North led by Mrs Nneka Edith Obiechie who was also the Mother of the Day, Agboju Secondary School, Agboju, Old Students Association ('83/88 Set) and People of Oshimili North among others were also represented by delegated at the occasion.
The event was attended by about 200 participants. The All Ibusa Singles Conference and Lecture is an annual event
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