In a bid to encourage Igbo language and its cultural value, the Imo state government through the administration of Governor Anayo Rochas Okorocha, recently rolled out Free Igbo Language classes at the Imo state liaison office in Lagos for its citizens.
The governor’s Special Assistant on Lagos Liaison, Hon. Lisa Asugha emphasized that the on-going Free Igbo Language education was in fulfillment to the office late last year’s unveiled blueprint, which she said would strengthen Igbo’s cultural institution.
Though, she added that the Free Igbo Language Education for Imo children both at home and abroad would also enable them speak the language fluently, as against being phased out by the new and digital generation.
However, she opined, “Truly, this will go a long way in helping our children both at home and abroad to learn and speak Igbo language fluently. It has been noticed that our language and culture is gradually phasing out in this new generation, and on this note, the governor has thought it wise to establish such a school to educate our children”.
Meanwhile, Asugha also disclosed that plans are in progress over the establishment of the first of its kind ‘Imo City: Gallery of Igbo Heritage,’ a world class monument that will take people through the evolution of Igbo race.
The gallery which according to her would be depicting the Igbo culture and heritage will also help children of the digital age understand what life and culture of the Igbo man used to be.
She also stressed that it would reflect the different stages of transition and evolution with the aim of presenting the traditional ways of life of the Igbo man, showing life in the villages before the advent of colonialism and post-colonialism
CLOs In Imo Fume Over Unpaid Wages (Inside)
Community Liasion Officers In Imo State are angry with the Imo State government over inability of the State government to pay them their wages for eleven months.
The CLOs numbering over 600 met in Owerri last Monday and issued a 7 day ultimatum starting to the state government to pay them all their outstanding entitlements, failure to do so will compel them to take legal actions against the State government for breach of contract.
In a press statement signed by Mr. Chinedu Iwuchukwu, Dr. Chris Ekwueme and Evang. Ifeanyi Anwuchughum President, Secretary General and Publicity Secretary respectively of the CLOs in the State confirmed that they have their letters of appointment duely signed by senior personnel of the government.
The Officers stated that they have been executing their legitimate duties since their appointment in 2011 and wondered why the state government has refused to pay them their out standings before dissolving them and directing all government appointees to take over their jobs in their respective autonomous communities.
The Leaders also disclosed that their Secretariat had been directed to commence mobilization of all the CLOs, their spouse and dependents for a 3 day sitting in front of Government House, Owerri, starting from 1st of March.
To ensure the success of their protest, the group has equally advanced plans to write to the Inspector General of Police, Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 9 and the State Commissioner of Police for protection.
They pointed out that the Governor’s adventure into All Progressives Congress (APC) without their consent is an indication that the Governor is on his own and without grassroots followership.
They equally resolved that they have henceforth stopped further collaboration with the state government adding that the Governor’s Rescue Mission administration agenda is built on deceit and betrayal
