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The media is abuzz with praises for the Chief of staff to the Imo State Government, Ugwumba Uche Nwosu as he made true his pledge to ensure that a former Super Eagles player, Kelechi Emeteole is not abandoned to a fatal fate as the former Heartland FC of Owerri, Enugu Rangers and El-Kanemi Warriors is being ravaged by a cancerous tumor in his throat.

The compassionate Chief Aide to Imo State Governor was moved by the pathetic story of the ex-international as reported in the Social media vowed never to delay in doing good to his fellow humans as long as it is in his powers to do so.
As early as 8:am today, a popular sports journalist and OAP, Solomon Mourinho got invitation to the Government House to lead a team of few aides of his to the house of Chief Emeteole who has unfortunately lost the use of his voice due to a remedial surgery performed on his throat.
The representatives of the Chief of staff presented a cheque of Three hundred thousand naira (N300,000) to the obviously elated Emeteole in the presence of his equally elated wife. The donation which is expected to cover the initial expenses for the surgery is a huge relief to the ailing soccer veteran who had almost lost hope of getting the necessary medical attention as the sickness had drained his resources long before the accurate diagnosis was carried out.
On what motivates him to extend help to those who are in need, the young real estate mogul turned politician said: "God blessed me that I may bless others. I did not get to where I am today by being too smart, too wise or too righteous, but by God's special grace and I shall remain an instrument through which God brings joy to homes and hearts of as many people as possible. I pray that God heals our own Caterpillar, for we have done the little we can do as humans, but the ultimate intervention shall come from the Most High God, who heals and saves lives."
Also, the Deputy Speaker of the Imo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Ugonna Ozuruigbo donated the sum of 200 thousand Naira in support of the humanitarian intervention led by Chief Nwosu.

According to the wife, a hospital in Delhi India demanded 11 thousand dollars for the procedure but a Nigerian Professor in Enugu says about 2 million naira will do the job.
He now breathes with the aid of a pipe attached to his neck. He has been diagnosed with The  cancer of the voice box which has affected his heart. He needs surgery to save his life as soon as possible.

Kelechi Emetole served this nation effectively with the likes of Christian Chukwu ,Odegbami to mention but a few. He also served Imo, Abia, Enugu and Anambara through The Spartans Fc, Iwuanyanwu Nationale, Heartland and Rangers international. He led Heartland to the Finals of the Champions league in 2009.

El-kanemi and Rangers are owing him for services he rendered graciously including Heartland  since 2009.

Please send your donations directly to
Kelechi Emetole ,1007868369, UBA.

Well meaning Nigerians are also encouraged not to relent in making their donations to ensure the treatment and upkeep of the man popularly known as Caterpillar and his family.

May God Bless you as you help to save the life of one of us.

Manchester United fan and Imo state born  public affair commentator cum journalists, comrade Chidiebube Okeoma has expressed happiness over Manchester United for wining Southampton in today's league cup final, beating them 3 goals to 2.

In a short message, Okeoma the over excited ManU fan  shared on his Facebook, reads:

"Having seen off every determined Southampton FC today in a league cup final , there is no gain saying the fact that Manchester United (the pride of English football) are very determined, focused, ready, energized, spurred and eager to win the remaining two trophies they are gunning for.

"Despite the strong opponents, United would emerge the Champions of the FA and Europa cups at the end of the current season.

"Winning laurels have a long way of spurring a team to go for more glories and what United have done this evening, treble at the end of the campaign will not be an impossible feat.

Glory glory man UTD......." he stated.

The atmosphere of Owerri, the Imo state capital will not only be filled with "Love" tomorow February 14th, which is set aside as Valentine's day, but also will witness an innovation in the world of entertainment, as House of Freeda; the biggest mall brand, East of the Niger unveils its newest attraction, known as "Game zone".
Game zone, located at House of Freeda premises, Mcc Uratta road, Owerri which is owned by Lolo Uloma Nwosu and it's said to be one that will bring leisure to Imo youths, and south east at large.

According to Mrs. Nwosu, "We love the fact that the games we have at Game zone can be enjoyed by the entire family, and we are looking forward to give a lot of people who have never been abroad or to a major gaming attraction, to come and get their first experience".
She also said that Owerri city which is known as a community of game lovers need to enjoy the social entertainment, adding that children in the state need to participate in the game which she described as a global phenomenon.

Again she hinted that Game zone is partnering with KekeAds, an advertising service provider, availed that 400 tricycle operators in the state  will be empowered to promote the gaming centre around the state.

As listed by her, games to watch out include, Arcade games, Car Racing, Fast and Furious, Terminator, PS4, Light House, Sports Bar amongst other games.