Politics

Imo very close to realising digital industrialisation, says Uzodimma …. Signs pact with US-MAC on Imo Digital City

Published

1 year ago

March 10, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

GOVERNMENT OF IMO STATE

PRESS RELEASE

Imo very close to realising digital industrialisation, says Uzodimma

…. Signs pact with US-MAC on Imo Digital City

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State
has expressed confidence that his administration’s quest for a digital economy is on the part of full realisation.

Uzodimma disclosed this on Monday, March 10, 2025 in his office at Government Owerri, when US-Mac signed an agreement with the government on how to fully realise the potentials of Imo digital City, an initiative of the governor.

He explained that his administration, has since its inception, strived towards creating a digital economy that can empower Imo youths and create over 300,000 jobs through the Skill-Up Imo Programme.

The, programme he said, has “graduated 40,000 youths, most of them are gainfully employed, while some of them have started their own businesses.”

Uzodimma noted that the agreement signed with US-Mac, a United States-based digital marketing company will add impetus, and help expedite the realisation of the vision of a digital economy for Imo State.

He disclosed that the State is equally partnering with other well known companies and organization like Cisco, Microsoft, Zinox Technologies, Konga, SP, European Union Digital SME Alliance for the purpose of turning the Imo economy around, and making the State the economic base and
technology hub of Nigeria.

The Governor equally noted that the State has an agreement with United Nation Development Programme (UNDP) to create 1,000 jobs annually for the State.

“What we intend to do is to enable multi-national companies and global organisations partner with Imo State Government in our determination to create jobs, curb youth restiveness, and provide economic prosperity for our youths. We are gradually moving towards realising the dream of a new Imo,” Uzodimma stated.

He therefore thanked the partners and urged the Management team of US-Mac to be committed in keeping the terms of the agreement, and promised not to disappoint their own expectations as a government.

The Leader of the delegation and Management Director of US-Mac Company, Mr. Chris Burry expressed delight over the partnership, and signed the dotted lines in the agreement on behalf of the Company while the Secretary to the Imo State Government, Chief Cosmos Iwu signed for the government.

The Deputy Governor, Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, Commissioner for Digital Economy and E-Government, Dr. Chimezie Amadi, Commissioner for Information, Public Orientation and Strategy, Hon. Declan Emelumba, the Principal Secretary to the Governor, Dr Mrs Irene Chima, and other political appointees witnessed the event.

Oguwike Nwachuku
Chief Press Secretary/ Special Adviser, Media to the Governor
March 10, 2025.

PHOTO: Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State addresses the Managing Director of US- MAC, Mr. Chris Burry when the latter led his team to sign agreement to partner Imo State Government on Imo Digital City at the Governor’s Office, Government House Owerri… Monday

Politics

David Mark Holds Secret Meeting With PRP Leaders as ADC Crisis Deepens

Published

6 days ago

April 12, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

The embattled National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with leaders of the Peoples Redemption Party in Abuja. The private consultation is seen as a fresh round of political moves as the ADC continues to battle a lingering leadership crisis and growing internal divisions.

Top figures from both parties were said to be present at the meeting, including PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed and senior ADC officials. The development is already drawing attention as opposition parties continue realignments ahead of the 2027 political season, with many watching closely for possible alliances and next steps in the party crisis.

Politics

“ADC is a Holy Party, Cannot be used to Scam Nigerians Again” – Hon Success Opara tells David Mark

Published

7 days ago

April 11, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

ADC Party in Turmoil: Hon Success Opara Slams Leadership, Warns Against Scamming Nigerians

Abuja, Nigeria – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is facing internal strife as Hon Success Opara, a prominent party official, has warned against attempts to use the party to deceive Nigerians. Opara specifically criticized the leadership of David Mark, stating that the party cannot be used to scam citizens again.

“ADC holy Party cannot be used to scam Nigerians again,” Opara said, emphasizing that those forming coalitions are hindering the party’s growth and denying youths opportunities to thrive.

“Those who are forming coalition don’t want to give the youths the chance to strive in the party,” she added.

Opara’s statement highlights the deepening divisions within the ADC, with concerns over leadership and the party’s direction.

Politics

2027: Bala declares aspirants over 55 years disqualified in ADC

Published

1 week ago

April 11, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that the party under his leadership will bar individuals above the age of 55 from contesting for political positions.

Gombe made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics.

“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly.

“We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics.

“If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership.

“We want to bring in fresh blood, new ideas, and energy from the youth. Nigeria’s future depends on the young generation.

“The old ways have not worked well for the country. We need to open the door wide for youths to participate fully as candidates, leaders, and decision-makers,” he said.