The Appeal Court sitting in Kaduna State has dismissed the appeal filed by the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) challenging the victory of the parents of 67 Regular Course cadets at the Federal High Court in Kaduna. The court ruled that the appeal lacked merit.

Recall that the NDA had contested an earlier judgment issued by the Federal High Court in Kaduna on May 18, 2023, which ordered the reinstatement of the dismissed cadets and the payment of all their entitlements since 2019.

The Appeal Court upheld the High Court’s decision and also mandated the NDA to immediately reinstate all the dismissed cadets and award them their Degree Certificates, recognising their completion of studies and participation in the academy’s convocation and the 67th Passing Out Parade on October 5, 2019.

In a similar development, the House of Representatives had previously considered a petition from Mohammed Ibrahim and 53 others regarding the unlawful dismissal of the cadets.

On February 24, 2021, the House urged the Minister of Defence and the Chief of Defence Staff to instruct the NDA’s commandant to urgently reinstate the 15 cadet officers who had completed their courses but were wrongfully dismissed.

Delivering the judgment, Justice Onyekachi Aja Otisi stated, “It is hereby ordered that there is no merit in the appeal. It fails and is hereby dismissed.

“The decision of the lower court delivered on 18/5/2023 is hereby affirmed. The 19th Respondents are entitled to costs, which is assessed at N300,000 against the Appellants.”

Barrister Asabe Ahmed, the counsel for the parents of the dismissed cadets, expressed her appreciation to the Appeal Court for upholding the Federal High Court’s judgment.

“We call on the NDA to comply with the judgment by reinstating the dismissed cadets and paying them all their entitlements according to the court order,” she stated, emphasising the union’s commitment to ensuring compliance.

Alhaji Mohammed Ibrahim Daura, the Maradin Daura of Katsina State and a representative of the parents, also spoke to journalists about the ruling.

He appealed to the NDA to follow the court’s decision and reinstate their children, who have been idle for more than six years after their wrongful dismissal.

“Let President Bola Tinubu and the leaders in the military, especially the Defence Minister and Chief of Defence Staff, consider what both court judgments have stated and ensure that justice is served for these children.

“We have already won them in the National Assembly, we went to the Federal High Court, and they gave the same verdict. They were the ones who went to appeal the judgment at the Appeal Court, and their appeal was dismissed on the basis of lack of merit. The judgment is clear.”

“We plead with them to abide by the law of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. These children, up until now, do not have degrees or any recognition. They are just waiting, and it is a pity. They have suffered enough; they should be allowed to go back and continue their service,” he said.

A pragmatic leader is sensible , grounded, and prioritizes practical, results-oriented solutions and effectiveness over adhering strictly to theories or traditions, focusing on what truly works in the real world. He promptly makes things happen.

To start with, Chinyelugo pragmatically focuses on practicality and results. He has the ability to identify and implement solutions that are practical and produce tangible results.

Sir Okwuosa, better known as a Unifying Team worker is flexible, adaptable, always willing to adjust his approach on problem solving based on the specific circumstances and needs of the situation.

Chinyelugo, super goal-oriented, is driven by a clear vision focused on seeing his beloved people get their maximum dues from the federal government and he will do whatever it takes within legal means to make it happen.

Chinyelugo prioritizes effectiveness and efficiency, exactly what he is taking to the upper Chambers of the National Assembly to ensure ndị Anambra South get development and progress at the culmination point.

Dearest potential APC Anambra South Senatorial bye-election Delegates and Ndị Anambra South, Anambra South will be blessed with Sir Zukky representing us in the Senate.

Let’s unwaveringly support Sir Azuka Okwuosa for quality progress and development of Anambra South Senatorial District.

*AZUKA OKWUOSA MEDIA*

*AZUKA OKWUOSA: A SURE WAY TO GO IN ANAMBRA SOUTH BY-ELECTION*

*“Good governance is not about making speeches or being liked; it is about taking action and doing what is right* ” – *Indira Gandhi”*

Governance is about more than just talking about problems; it’s about taking meaningful steps to address them and the only one man that has the magic stroke is – *Hon. Sir Azuka Okwuosa (Chinyelugo Oraifite)*

Effective leadership is built on a foundation of action, integrity, and the pursuit of solutions that directly benefit the people , of which Ndi Anambra can attest to the fact that Hon. Sir Azuka Okwuosa is a leader par excellence.

A nation, or even a community, is transformed not by criticisms alone, but by purposeful leadership that engages with the realities on the ground and takes bold steps toward progress. Without doubt, Hon. Sir Azuka Okwuosa’s legacies are still there for all to see especially during his time as Nnewi North local Government chairman and erstwhile Commissioner of Works and Transport.

The path to real progress does not lie in endlessly criticizing past and present leadership. Instead, it starts with changing how we approach problems, developing solutions that are rooted in the needs of the people, and uniting in the effort to build Anambra South we envision.

The journey to creating a stronger Anambra South Senatorial District requires collective effort, guided by the principles of responsibility, collaboration, and action.

*Now is the time to act, not just to criticize. It’s time for engagement, not detachment. It’s time to be a DOER, not just a bystander*.

**Together, we can build the future we deserve**

*SUPPORT HON. SIR AZUKA OKWUOSA*

*Azuka Okwuosa Media Team*

*INTEGRITY UNBLEMISHED: SIR AZUKA OKWUOSA STANDS HEADS AND SHOULDERS ABOVE ALL CONTENDERS FOR ANAMBRA SOUTH SENATORIAL BYE-ELECTION*

Dear Potential APC Anambra South Senatorial bye-election Delegates,

As the primaries for the election of our Candidate for the forthcoming Senatorial bye-election inevitably approaches, it is of utmost importance that you look out for the Contender who posseses unshakable integrity for therein lies the base of legislation.

With his impeccable personality, Chinyelugo has constantly been leaving his golden footprints on the sands of time throughout his political career and still counting…

Our party, the All Progressives Congress records Sir Azuka Okwuosa as one of the Political leaders who have remained scandal-free and have consistently been striving to keep the party together in good times and in turbulent tides, flawlessly.

Admirably, Ndị Anambra and whoever has come in contact with Chinyelugo has one fundamental thing to say about him- ” he is a good man”. He is a Leader loved by all and the people are resolutely in support of his Senatorial bye-election Aspiration.

If Integrity is a sine qua non for effectiveness of the Hallowed Anambra South Senatorial Seat, then, Sir Zukky should be unwaveringly supported for it takes a good man to deliver accordingly; with him, victory is assured at the polls!

Support unblemished integrity!

Support untainted personality!

Support unprecedented passion for uprightness!

Support Sir Azuka Okwuosa for quality Representation in the Senate.

*AZUKA OKWUOSA MEDIA*

*STRATEGIC BILL CONNECTING ANAMBRA TO THE NIGERIAN RAIL NETWORK: A SURE POINTER OF SIR AZUKA OKWUOSA BEING THE BEST BET FOR ANAMBRA SOUTH SENATORIAL SEAT*

Rail transportation in Nigeria remains about the cheapest – Standard class: N3,000.00 (for children) and N3,600.00 (for adults) Business class: N6,500.00 (for both children and adults) First-class: N9,000.00 (for both children and adults)- when compared with road and air transportations.
In spite of the cheapness, train services in the south east at the moment are mostly limited to Port Harcourt in Rivers State and Aba in Abia State while Enugu which is the administrative headquarters only coordinates operations without enjoying the actual rail services and Anambra is cut off entirely.

The Nigerian rail network, including the Eastern railway corridor, runs diagonally from Lagos to Maiduguri, passing through the South-East (Port Harcourt) and connecting to Kafanchan before heading to the North-East. It’s glaring that the present rail transport operations in the south east cutting off Anambra have negative effect on economic security, as there is a threat to economic opportunities resulting from loss of both direct and indirect jobs that a well-functioning rail transport system provides.

Being a master strategist, Chinyelugo whose concern always is on how to better the lots of his people especially in this excruciating hard times, came up with a bill which will connect Ndị Anambra to the Nigerian Rail Network thereby reducing cost of transportation(making our people come home enmasse during festivities) and channelling the excesses to other pressing needs; create job opportunities and increase business profits maximally…

Chinyelugo is the only one amongst the Contenders that can make this happen with his high profile connections in the corridors of power and his unifying expertise!

Support Sir Azuka Okwuosa for quality Representation in the Red Chambers of the National Assembly.

*AZUKA OKWUOSA MEDIA*

*BILLS FOR ROAD MAINTENANCE: A SPOTLIGHT ON SIR AZUKA OKWUOSA AS THE BEST CONTENDER IN THE ANAMBRA SOUTH SENATORIAL BYE-ELECTION RACE*

Roads open up more areas and stimulate economic and social development but good roads sustain the development and accelerate progress.

Although each region in Nigeria appears to assess itself as the worse off, the sad reality is that from East to West, from North to South, the story is the same everywhere on the deplorable state of the Federal roads.

Extremely worried by the deplorable state of federal roads in Anambra, which lead to increased vehicle maintenance costs, accidents, economic stagnation, and negative impact on wildlife and mental health, Chinyelugo came up with blueprints for bills on road maintenance.

It’s expected that the bill will not only promote an enabling environment for private sector participation in the financing, maintenance and improvement of roads in the country, it will provide for the safe transportation of motorists and road users; it will be a means of overcoming the country’s transport challenges; enable the sustenance of roads across the country but also increase investor’s confidence especially in Anambra State and Anambra South.

Anambra South deserve good roads and the accruing benefits; Chinyelugo will make it happen!

Let’s support Sir Azuka Okwuosa for quality Representation in the Senate.

*AZUKA OKWUOSA MEDIA*

In the political and developmental scenery of Anambra State, one name resonates with integrity, leadership, and a resolved commitment to progress— *Hon. Sir Azuka Okwuosa (Chinyelugo)*

Hon. Azuka Okwuosa has demonstrated exemplary leadership marked by *integrity,* *empathy*, *accountability*, *confidence*, *sturdiness*, and *self-awareness*. These attributes, combined with his ability to *inspire and motivate*, make him a standout figure in Anambra State’s socio-political topography.

A leader of integrity, Hon. Azuka Okwuosa is known for his honesty, transparency, and unvacillating commitment to the welfare of his people.

Hon. Azuka Okwuosa’s vision for Anambra South is clear, *to uplift the people through youth empowerment, economic development, and infrastructural advancement.*

Hon. Zukky’s enigmatic persona sets him apart. He is not one to seek the limelight for personal gain, yet his actions speak louder than words. Whether in governance, community development, or political discourse, he remains focused on tangible results rather than mere rhetoric. This mystique has earned him both admiration and respect across Anambra State and beyond.

Hon. Azuka stands at the crossroads of history, with a legacy already marked by excellence and service. His experience, wisdom, and passion for the betterment of Anambra South make him a prime candidate for greater representative and leadership responsibilities.

*SUPPORT HON, SIR AZUKA OKWUOSA*

*@AZUKA OKWUOSA MEDIA TEAM*