“””This is a very worthy project to undertake. But I will counsel that it should be done with the knowledge, approval and support of Governor Peter Obi of Anambra State and the family of the Hon. Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, with Ambassador Chuma Azikiwe, Dr (Mrs) Uche Azikiwe, and Zik’s Nieces, in the forefront of the Azikiwe Family. These are the people who will know whether or not it is the right time to undertake the restoration. This precaution would be to avoid a repeat performance of the destruction. ”””UNQUOTE Madame Oyibo Odinamadu.
The above statement represents a refreshing and heart-warming turn-around by Madam Odinamadu on this Zik’s statue restoration initiative, realizing and accepting that Gov Obi can be involved in it. It is NEVER too late to embrace progressive initiatives, rather than issuing defensive and distracting statements to absolve authorities from traditional responsibilities and executive oversights (or even neglects). I can only say DAALU! Take care. JUI
From: NaijaObserver@yahoogroups.com [mailto:NaijaObserver@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mobolaji ALUKO
Sent: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 9:23 AM
To: oyibomail@yahoo.com
Cc: NaijaPolitics e-Group; NIDOA; naijaintellects; OmoOdua; NigerianWorldForum; NaijaObserver@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [NaijaObserver] UPDATE 04: On Pledges for Restoration of Zik's Head and Mausoleum in Onitsha; Pledge: $2,300.
Madame Oyibo Odinamadu:
Thanks for your thoughts and very kind and wise words and prayers.
Can we make you a GRAND MATRON of the efffort, so that you can help us to get to "Governor Peter Obi of Anambra State and the family of the Hon. Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, with Ambassador Chuma Azikiwe, Dr (Mrs) Uche Azikiwe, and Zik’s Nieces, in the forefront of the Azikiwe Family?" I really do not believe that we need their approval to embark on the fund-raising, but certainly, their cooperation and collaboration will be very necessary for successful implementation.
It will be much appreciated if you accept this our kind offer.
I thank you in advance.
Bolaji Aluko
On Wed, Aug 18, 2010 at 3:08 AM, Oyibo E. Odinamadu (Mrs.) <oyibomail@yahoo.com> wrote:
Greetings!
This is a very worthy project to undertake. But I will counsel that it should be done with the knowledge, approval and support of Governor Peter Obi of Anambra State and the family of the Hon. Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, with Ambassador Chuma Azikiwe, Dr (Mrs) Uche Azikiwe, and Zik’s Nieces, in the forefront of the Azikiwe Family. These are the people who will know whether or not it is the right time to undertake the restoration. This precaution would be to avoid a repeat performance of the destruction.
A million thanks should go to Prof. Mobolaji Aluko, Adaejiagamba Azuoma Anugom, and all the other, for observing the destruction, bringing it to attention, and initiating of the project for its restoration. May other people do as much, and more, for you, in other respects!
Sincerely yours,
Oyibo E. Odinamadu (Mrs)
From: NaijaObserver@yahoogroups.com [mailto:NaijaObserver@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mobolaji ALUKO
Sent: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 12:28 AM
To: NaijaPolitics e-Group; NIDOA; naijaintellects; OmoOdua; usaafricadialogue@googlegroups.com; NaijaObserver@yahoogroups.com; NigerianWorldForum; ekiti ekitigroups
Subject: [NaijaObserver] UPDATE 04: On Pledges for Restoration of Zik's Head and Mausoleum in Onitsha; Pledge: $2,300.
AUGUST 18, 2010
Dear All:
The pledges so far are as follows, and have now reached $2,300 from 27 donors:
| S/N | Donor | Amount US$ | Comment | Status of Pledge |
| 1 | Aluko, Mobolaji | 100 | | |
| 2 | Ojo, Valentine | 50 | | |
| 3 | Ojedokun, Olu | 40 | BP25 | |
| 4 | Nwakanma Obi | 100 | | |
| 5 | Madu, Abraham | 50 | | |
| 6 | Kolawole, Suji | 200 | | |
| 7 | Ogundimu, Folu | 100 | | |
| 8 | Edosomwan, Charles | 100 | | |
| 9 | Igietseme, Joe | 100 | | |
| 10 | Chief Gemologist | 50 | | |
| 11 | Ekechi F. | 50 | | |
| 12 | Aina, Tade | 100 | | |
| 13 | Udogu I. | 100 | | |
| 14 | Zakari, A | 100 | | |
| 15 | Raji, Taju | 50 | | |
| 16 | Kuforiji Kola | 50 | | |
| 17 | Anonymous | 67 | N10,000 | |
| 18 | Mensah, E | 50 | | |
| 19 | Gyasi, Kwabby | 50 | | |
| 20 | Onyes, S. | 100 | | |
| 21 | Mustafa, Salihu | 100 | N15,000 | |
| 222 | Garba, Lawal | 50 | | |
| 23 | Olajide S. | 50 | | |
| 24 | Adeniyi, Michael | 100 | | |
| 25 | Kassim, Ola | 100 | | |
| 26 | Viscount Slim | 43 | | |
| 27 | Nwosu, Okenwa | 250 | | |
| | Total So Far | 2300 | | |
| | | | | |
This is impressive so far, on Day 3 of Azuoma Anugom's intimation of this Restoration project. Thanks everyone - we have exceeded $2,000 PLEDGES. Hopefully by September 1, we would have REDEEMED more than $1,000, and by November 1, raised $5 - 6,000 (almost N1 million), to be REDEEMED in time for November 16, which would have been Zik's 106th birthday. If we raise N1 million by October 1 (50th Independence Anniversary), then it could be an opportunity to highlight an appreciation for Zik's role in that event - among other things. We might even get some matching funds from Nigeria.
Please be generous, all your misgivings notwithstanding. Your money will be in good hands.
I thank you all in advance.
Bolaji Aluko
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Zik's Headless Statue in Onitsha, Anambra State; as it used to be...
On Sun 08/15/10 2:14 PM , Mobolaji ALUKO alukome@gmail.com sent:
Azuoma:
You wrote:
QUOTE
Anyway, if all fails, I don't mind facilitating the fundraising for the repair and maintenance of this statue. If all diaspora will agree to donate towards this project then I, Azuoma Anugom, will make sure that the statue is repaird and maintained in the name of Nigerians/Igbos in Diaspora. We can set up a committee as well as a account for this project if everybody is agreeable. What do you guys say?
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That picture that The Awka Man from Guangzhou showed was taken in 2006 or so when I toured the South-East, including Okija. I did take more pictures around the very disrepaired Zik Mauseoleum. I don't know whether that head is back on or not. If it is not, then it is likely that all else will fail to put it back on - unless the Diaspora raises funds for the project. Zik just does not appear to be a priority in that neighborhood.
Consequently, I pledge $100 to the effort to restore the Zik head at Onitsha. Count me in as a foundation member of the Zik Head & Mauseoleum Restoration Committee, Chairperson: Azuoma Anugom of Orlu.
And there you have it.
Bolaji Aluko
Of Ode-Ekiti, Anambra State
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Azuoma Anugom wrote:
Start a lawsuit against who? Repairing this headless Zik statue should be a good PR for Gov Obi. Where is Mazi Odera and Valentine Obienyem (spelling?) and ASA-USA---can you guys do something about this, since you appear to have the attention of Gov Obi?!?! This statue is in Onitsha, Anambra State. If Nnamdi Azikiwe's family and Onitsha folks, who by the way, are well educated, highly placed---(occupy positions of power and authority) don't care; if the LGA where this statue is erected don't care abou the state of the statue----then the state government should care. Even if some folks may have a misgiving about the real worth of Zik's contributions to ndi-Igbo, since he was said to have a wider vision ---pan Africanism , pan Nigerianism----he is still an Igbo icon and should be accorded the respect due to him. Heck, where is Dora Akunyili? Who is in charge of Federal Ministry of Culture and Tourism? Btw, why is Ohaneze interested in jumping into endorsing politicians so fast without being interested in maintaining Igbo icons?
Anyway, if all fails, I don't mind facilitating the fundraising for the repair and maintenance of this statue. If all diaspora will agree to donate towards this project then I, Azuoma Anugom, will make sure that the statue is repaird and maintained in the name of Nigerians/Igbos in Diaspora. We can set up a committee as well as a account for this project if everybody is agreeable. What do you guys say?
Azuoma Anugom
~~Adaejiagamba
Life shrinks according to one's courage. Dare to be remarkable.
-----Original Message-----
From: Enyimba1ofAba@...
To: IgboEvents@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, Aug 15, 2010 9:14 am
Subject: Re: [IgboEvents:Live] Headless Zik? Re: [IgboWorldForum] PICTURE OF THE WEEK;ALUKO WORSHIPPING AT ZIK,S FEET IN ONITSHA
Azuoma my sister, start a law suite immediately. This is an insult to Ndi Igbo nile.
Enyimba
-----Original Message-----
From: Azuoma Anugom <adaejiagamba1@...>
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Sent: Sun, Aug 15, 2010 10:47 am
Subject: [IgboEvents:Live] Headless Zik? Re: [IgboWorldForum] PICTURE OF THE WEEK;ALUKO WORSHIPPING AT ZIK,S FEET IN ONITSHA
But what happened to the head of the statue? Where is Gov Obi? Ohaneze NdiIgbo, ASA-USA and others? Who erected the statue? Shouldn't this statue which ought to be a national monument be fix/repaired? Was this a true representative of Zik? I mean how can we have a headless Zik statue? This is really embarrassing.
Azuoma Anugom
~~Adaejiagamba
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