IBPA Chairman, Others celebrates a new season, request a review of government policies for business owners, Individuals.
By Onome Naomi
Amb.Nwajiaku Malachi Anayochukwu, the chairman of Ikotun Business Progressive Association (IBPA) celebrated his birthday with birth mates who are also members of the association on 21st September, 2023 in Ikotun, Lagos.
The chairman uses the medium of his celebration to speak on certain government policies that has adversely affected business owners and individuals. He said in his 2yrs of office as IBPA Chairman, to avert the eventual consequences of economic downturn on business owners who are members of the association, he’s been able to create a visible difference by establishing empowerment groups as well as a flexible constitution guarding the activities of members collective performances to aid progress, sustainability and stability in the association.
Malachi revealed that, upon assuming office as chairmanship, he made a promise to the association, something he termed “Singular Agenda” which is, the creation of financial freedom, says he thought this agenda out to help business owners progressively stay in business. He also mentioned that financial aiding groups were created to this effect which includes: Ambassadors group, Divine Favor, Grace Of God, there is also a newly created cell group called God’s grace & Amazing Grace.
This cell groups are established to build the association on financial freedom which has yeilded results so far. Now members are given financial grants to aid their businesses for sustainance and continuity.
He said his reason for the empowerment of members is associated with progress and not for any form of political aspirations for now.
Speaking about the present situation of power tussle amongst the presidential candidates, Malachi said there is hope that the supreme court will in it’s capacity amend the damages caused by the Tribunal, implored the judgement should be reviewed. Opining more on govt policies , he also noted that the idea of a political leadership long term stay in office is unpolitical with Wike as an example. The more reason why the supreme court has to do the needful to checkmate the excesses in the government and its inflexible policies.
In his statements, he expressed optimism that Nigeria can still get the full rights of her democracy only if the people can work towards achieving a common goal. The effect of the last election left the citizens traumatized due to its antecedents, as some persons promised not to partake in any future exercises of such since the people’s choice was ignored. As a leader, I have been able to discourage such mindsets, we have to keep doing what’s right for the future of the nation by giving room for reforms, Malachi implored.
To business owners, the exchange rate has done a lot of damage causing setbacks, the govt should do the needful to help restore businesses by doing what is right. Appreciates Ibpa members for being supportive at all times, Malachi said.
Steven Ololo, the vice chairman IBPA commended the Chairman on the occasion of his birthday, described the celebrant as a performing chairman. He told the press that Amb. Malachi is a transparent leader, ensures that every member feels satisfied as a progressive association . Says the chairman introduced empowerment groups that could help traders be in business, provided capacity development for members by introducing loan schemes and established contributive schemes to enhance members businesses, a reason he is being celebrated.
Speaking about the economic hardship melted on Nigerians, Ololo said the govt should work on the economy situation, a way should be figured out to ease the sufferings of the masses which has drastically affected businesses, reduced the rate of patronage and so on. He said, IBPA to this cause of economic downturn has put measures in place by helping people to rebuild their capital in the business this is because when inflation is high, the volume of goods available by traders reduces.
With the financial empowerment programs, traders get funding for their businesses thereby helping them to remain in business. It is the responsibilities of the govt to address the economic situation, come out with policies that ensures the exchange rate improves favourably for business owners. Finally Ololo wishes all celebrants of IBPA long life and prosperity in good health.
Other celebrants appreciates and commends the chairman, Amb. Malachi Anayochukwu Nwajiokor
Hobode Sunday Abolade, an executive of IBPA, Chairman of the constitution committee expressed gratitude to the chairman and members for seeming it fit to celebrate him. He expressed surprise at the welcome, wishes and presentation accorded him as a celebrant too, prayed for stronger harmony amongst members for celebrating him in the most unexpected way. Commends the chairman for his effort so far in moving the association further, describes him as a man with zeal and courage, he stands by members through thick and thin, prays for more understanding to lead.
Casmir Ozuigbo and Udenmadu Onyekachi who are also celebrants gave optimistic views about the association, says IBPA has recorded progress so far since the assuming of office by the chairman Amb. Malachi. Udenmadu particularly noted that excellence has been the watchword so far.
In appreciation, the celebrants prayed for members who commemorated with them, commends the chairman for wisdom in handling the affairs of the association.
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Amb. Malachi Anayochukwu Nwajiokor, Chairman IBPA, appreciated the Almighty God for his kindness as well as friends and family for their support on the occasion of his birthday celebration with co celebrants and members of the association.
