Aboh Mbaise Council Chairman, Barr. Alaribe, Commissions Modern Abattoir and Cold Room in Lagwa, Praises Diaspora Indigenes
By: Dike Godspower
The Executive Chairman of Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area, Barr. Iheukwumere Henry Alaribe, has commissioned a modern abattoir and cold room facility in Lagwa community. He described the project as a notable example of community-driven development and a testament to the love, dedication, and patriotism of Lagwa indigenes living abroad.
The project, funded and carried out by Lagwa indigenes in the United States and Canada, was officially commissioned in the presence of traditional rulers, political leaders, community stakeholders, women and youth groups, religious leaders, and many sons and daughters of Lagwa.
During the commissioning ceremony, Barr. Alaribe praised the donors for investing in their community’s welfare and economic growth. He pointed out that the abattoir and cold room would improve hygiene, support food preservation, and help local businesses grow, highlighting the strong bond between the diaspora and their homeland.
“This facility is more than an abattoir and cold room; it is an investment in the economic future of Lagwa. Through this project, traders, butchers, and other business owners will have a better environment to operate and expand their businesses. I commend the indigenes of Lagwa in the United States and Canada for this noble gesture, which reflects their deep love for their community,” he said.
Barr. Alaribe encouraged the diaspora community to keep supporting grassroots development. He reassured the people that the local government remains dedicated to partnering with community organizations and development unions to speed up progress across Aboh Mbaise.
He highlighted the ongoing market development project in Enyiogugu as a successful example of collaboration between the local government and the Enyiogugu Welfare Union, noting that this partnership has significantly sped up market development. He also announced that a similar project would start at Eke Nguru before the end of next week, expecting it to boost local trade and economic activity.
He also thanked the traditional rulers of Lagwa, HRH Eze Cosmos Onyeneke and HRH Eze Ugo of Umunokwu, along with community leaders and residents, for maintaining peace and unity. He said this created the right environment for the project’s success.
He noted that no meaningful development can happen in conflict, and commended them for working hard to keep peace and harmony in Lagwa, adding that their cooperation helped complete the project.
Earlier in his speech, the President of Lagwa Indigenes in the United States, Chief Johnbosco Emeka, explained that the initiative was inspired by their collective love for the hometown and their wish to contribute to its growth.
He said the association saw a need for a modern abattoir and cold room and decided to provide a lasting solution for both current and future generations.
“Our motivation is simple: love for our people and our community. We believe that true development begins when individuals give back to the society that nurtured them. This project is our contribution towards improving livelihoods, supporting economic growth, and enhancing the well-being of our people in Lagwa,” he said.
Chief Johnbosco assured residents that the diaspora would keep supporting development projects in the community, and emphasized that more initiatives are being considered that will positively impact the lives of the people.
He expressed his gratitude to the Aboh Mbaise LGA Chairman, Barr. Iheukwumere Henry Alaribe, for honoring the community by commissioning the project, and described him as an inspiration and a leader committed to grassroots development.
He also thanked members of the association for their sacrifices and contributions, and community leaders and residents for their cooperation during the project.
The event was attended by Hon. John Ibekwe, HRH Eze Cosmos Onyeneke, HRH Eze Ugo of Umunokwu, Amb. Uchechi Ogbonna, community leaders, women groups, youth groups, religious leaders, and many Lagwa indigenes from within and outside the community.
