The Director-General of the Ahiajoku Centre, Owerri, Hon. (Nze) Ray Emeaña, has commended the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, for what he described as the remarkable transformation of Imo State through strategic investments in infrastructure, security, technology, culture and economic development.
Hon. Emeaña gave the commendation while speaking at the Annual Cultural Day of the Owerri Zone Community in Toronto, Canada, themed “Bridging Generations through Culture and Traditions.”
He said Governor Uzodimma’s administration has restored confidence in Imo State and created an enabling environment that is attracting renewed interest and investment from Imo indigenes both at home and in the diaspora.
According to him, the return of peace, stability and economic confidence in the state was evident during the last Christmas season when unprecedented numbers of Ndi Imo returned home to celebrate with their families in a secure and welcoming atmosphere.
He attributed this renewed confidence to the governor’s deliberate efforts in rebuilding critical infrastructure and strengthening security across the state.
Hon. Emeaña highlighted some of the landmark projects executed by the administration, including the Owerri–Orlu Road, Owerri–Umuahia Road, Owerri–Port Harcourt Road, Owerri–Aba Road, Mgbe–Akokwa Road, the Assumpta Flyover and the Imo Digital City Project.
He, also praised Governor Uzodimma for implementing one of the most worker-friendly wage policies in Nigeria, through the payment of one of the highest minimum wages in the country, describing the initiative as a clear demonstration of commitment to the welfare of workers and citizens.
“The ongoing transformation in infrastructure, security and economic renewal in Imo State reflects purposeful leadership and a commitment to rebuilding confidence in our homeland,” Emeaña stated.
The Ahiajoku DG further showcased the cultural renaissance being championed by the Uzodimma administration through the Ahiajoku Centre.
He highlighted the expansion of the Ahiajoku Lecture Series, the development of the Centre as a modern platform for the promotion of Igbo civilization, the Ahiajoku Compendium Project, Youth Heritage Programmes and the proposed Ahiajoku Digital Memory and Curation Project.
The event attracted distinguished members of the Igbo diaspora from North America, Europe, Africa and other parts of the world, as well as prominent political, community and security leaders from Canada.
Among the notable dignitaries in attendance were: Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto; Michael Kerzner, MPP for York Centre and Ontario Solicitor General and Minister of Public Safety; Vince Gasparro, Member of Parliament for Eglinton—Lawrence and Parliamentary Secretary on Combatting Crime; representatives of York Regional Police including Michelle Foster; and Dr. Johnson (JJ) Emeka Amaechi, Ahiajoku Centre Ambassador to North America, whose efforts have helped strengthen the relationship between the Centre and Igbo diaspora communities across the continent.
Also present were: respected community leaders including Chief Mrs. Ngozi Agu and Mrs. Francesca Ukwuoma, Grand Matron of the Owerri Zone Community in Toronto, alongside numerous professionals, business leaders and cultural stakeholders from across the diaspora.
In one of the most memorable moments of the celebration, Mayor Olivia Chow and Chief Mrs. Ngozi Agu were conferred with the honorary cultural title of Ada Owerri Zone in recognition of their support for multiculturalism, diversity, community development and the preservation of cultural heritage.
In his remarks, the President of the Owerri Zone Community in Toronto, Mr. Chiedu Megwa, expressed profound appreciation to Governor Uzodimma for appointing Hon. (Nze) Ray Emeaña as Director-General of the Ahiajoku Centre.
He described the appointment as a masterstroke, noting that Emeaña has brought renewed vision, energy and dynamism to the Centre, repositioning for greater impact.
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