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A message from IPAI Executive President Chief Mike Awa to
members on the 1st Anniversary of Igbere Progressive Association
International
Chief Mike Awa, President, IPAI.
Happy Anniversary
The great members of Igbere Progressive Association International, Inc (IPAI),
elders, brothers and sisters, September 1, 2008 marks the first year anniversary of
IPAI. Life is too short, who could easily believe that a year has passed after our
great convention in Atlanta, Georgia last year (September 1-2, 2007). I believe that
these dates would remain remarkable in our lives because of our determination not
only to be part of history but also to make positive contribution(s) to Igbere.
At the IPAI Convention 2007 held in Atlanta, Georgia, the first Executive
Committee members and Board of Directors were elected and inaugurated as
provided in the adopted and ratified IPAI constitution - presented by the members
of Caretaker Committee that worked so hard and smart to execute the assignments
given to them in Houston during the first Igbere people in Diaspora convention in
2005.
Most of the time it appears easier to create, form, or bring into being than to
nurture, maintain, improve or keep the initial spirit level alive and progressive. The
Executive Committee members are fully aware of these difficulties and instead of
being discouraged are determined to lay a great foundation. Their result oriented
services and contributions have led to the growth of IPAI many ways, some of
which are:
I am also using this opportunity to stress that IPAI membership is open to all Igbere
sons and daughters in Diaspora as stipulated in the IPAI constitution. Please you
are encouraged to form a local chapter if none exist which you may join and
identify with IPAI all in accordance with the IPAI constitution.
Preparation for the first proposed free medical project in Igbere during the Ezumezu
2008, in December by IPAI is in full gear. It is being planned to take the form of
providing some medical supplies (medicine and materials) to the existing four
community Health Centers namely in Amaiyi, Okafia, Umuisi and Amaofufe,
respectively. The second part would be the general medical screening for high
blood pressure, diabetes etc. Members of IPAI in medical profession are
encouraged to identify with this project and those that would be at Igbere during the
Ezumezu ’08 in December to contact the Chairperson Mrs. Chinyere Johnnson
Ikema immediately because time is of essence so that the Project Planning
Committee would be able to conclude all the necessary arrangements for the
execution of this great important program. Even if you are not in medical
profession but would be in Igbere in December, please contact her.
The preparation for the second IPAI convention scheduled for July 24 – 26, 2009,
in the great city of Washington D.C. being hosted by IPAI Washington D.C. -
Maryland chapter (also called DC Metro Area Chapter) is in progress under the able
Chairmanship of Mr. Lekwa O. Lekwa for the national organizing committee and
Chief Daniel Eke (Onwa I of Igbere) for the local chapter organizing committee.
These individuals are highly committed and respected IPAI members determined to
make positive marks in our community. They are leading two committees (Cultural
& Social Committee and Washington DC 2009 Organizing Committee respectively)
with members dedicated to IPAI cause and determined to make Ezumezu ’09 to be
a great success. Please let us support them.
IPAI has a great website (www.ipaiinc.org) courtesy of Mr. Ukaegbu Ukaegbu our
able Secretary who designed and developed the website. He has continued not only
to be innovative and creative on its update but meanwhile maintains the website
free. Latest information, news and events of IPAI are available at this website. It
would be appreciated if member submit articles, photos and video about and relating
to Igbere and suitable for publication on the website. Thank you Ukay!
Currently, the IPAI financial status is very encouraging as members (over 80
financial members) have continued to fulfill their financial obligations to IPAI.
Meanwhile, IPAI Chapters such as Pacific Coast, Texas, Southeast, DC Metro
Area, New York and Canada have submitted members’ registration dues as required
by the IPAI constitution. I cannot thank each and every one of us enough.
Remember together and with determination we will get things done. Let us all
identify with these good causes in good spirit of our great fore fathers and remain
united. IPAI is bigger than any one of us; it should never be about any individual
but about Igbere and Igbere people. As we came together in Atlanta to light the
touch of love and unity may our interest never wane and our determinations never
weaken as we match forward to lay an enduring foundation for our children and for
posterity.
What we have done so far could not have been possible without the supports and
positive contributions of the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors, and all
the standing committees’ members. In closing I will leave you with this quote by
Aristotle, “We are what we repeatedly do”. Please be a proud member of Igbere
Progressive Association International. God bless Igbere.
Chief Mike C. K. Awa, P.E.
Omezi Mba I of Igbere
Executive President, IPAI
members on the 1st Anniversary of Igbere Progressive Association
International
Chief Mike Awa, President, IPAI.
Happy Anniversary
The great members of Igbere Progressive Association International, Inc (IPAI),
elders, brothers and sisters, September 1, 2008 marks the first year anniversary of
IPAI. Life is too short, who could easily believe that a year has passed after our
great convention in Atlanta, Georgia last year (September 1-2, 2007). I believe that
these dates would remain remarkable in our lives because of our determination not
only to be part of history but also to make positive contribution(s) to Igbere.
At the IPAI Convention 2007 held in Atlanta, Georgia, the first Executive
Committee members and Board of Directors were elected and inaugurated as
provided in the adopted and ratified IPAI constitution - presented by the members
of Caretaker Committee that worked so hard and smart to execute the assignments
given to them in Houston during the first Igbere people in Diaspora convention in
2005.
Most of the time it appears easier to create, form, or bring into being than to
nurture, maintain, improve or keep the initial spirit level alive and progressive. The
Executive Committee members are fully aware of these difficulties and instead of
being discouraged are determined to lay a great foundation. Their result oriented
services and contributions have led to the growth of IPAI many ways, some of
which are:
- IPAI has provided an excellent platform for the illustrious sons and
daughters of Igbere in Diaspora to interact and rejoice with one another, and
comfort each other and maintain that Igbere brotherhood which is the
bedrock of Igbere people. - The Executive Committee has played important roles in encouraging the
formation of local IPAI chapters, collaboration and the growth of the
foundation chapters. - Now, there are five active chapters in USA (namely: Pacific Coast,
Southeast, DC Metro Area, New York and Texas), one chapter in Canada
(Toronto), and one chapter in United Kingdom (London). - Individual members spread across the world including Spain, Netherlands,
Australia, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Germany, Finland etc. More chapters are
expected to e created and Igbere person is encouraged to come on board in
accordance with IPAI constitution.
I am also using this opportunity to stress that IPAI membership is open to all Igbere
sons and daughters in Diaspora as stipulated in the IPAI constitution. Please you
are encouraged to form a local chapter if none exist which you may join and
identify with IPAI all in accordance with the IPAI constitution.
Preparation for the first proposed free medical project in Igbere during the Ezumezu
2008, in December by IPAI is in full gear. It is being planned to take the form of
providing some medical supplies (medicine and materials) to the existing four
community Health Centers namely in Amaiyi, Okafia, Umuisi and Amaofufe,
respectively. The second part would be the general medical screening for high
blood pressure, diabetes etc. Members of IPAI in medical profession are
encouraged to identify with this project and those that would be at Igbere during the
Ezumezu ’08 in December to contact the Chairperson Mrs. Chinyere Johnnson
Ikema immediately because time is of essence so that the Project Planning
Committee would be able to conclude all the necessary arrangements for the
execution of this great important program. Even if you are not in medical
profession but would be in Igbere in December, please contact her.
The preparation for the second IPAI convention scheduled for July 24 – 26, 2009,
in the great city of Washington D.C. being hosted by IPAI Washington D.C. -
Maryland chapter (also called DC Metro Area Chapter) is in progress under the able
Chairmanship of Mr. Lekwa O. Lekwa for the national organizing committee and
Chief Daniel Eke (Onwa I of Igbere) for the local chapter organizing committee.
These individuals are highly committed and respected IPAI members determined to
make positive marks in our community. They are leading two committees (Cultural
& Social Committee and Washington DC 2009 Organizing Committee respectively)
with members dedicated to IPAI cause and determined to make Ezumezu ’09 to be
a great success. Please let us support them.
IPAI has a great website (www.ipaiinc.org) courtesy of Mr. Ukaegbu Ukaegbu our
able Secretary who designed and developed the website. He has continued not only
to be innovative and creative on its update but meanwhile maintains the website
free. Latest information, news and events of IPAI are available at this website. It
would be appreciated if member submit articles, photos and video about and relating
to Igbere and suitable for publication on the website. Thank you Ukay!
Currently, the IPAI financial status is very encouraging as members (over 80
financial members) have continued to fulfill their financial obligations to IPAI.
Meanwhile, IPAI Chapters such as Pacific Coast, Texas, Southeast, DC Metro
Area, New York and Canada have submitted members’ registration dues as required
by the IPAI constitution. I cannot thank each and every one of us enough.
Remember together and with determination we will get things done. Let us all
identify with these good causes in good spirit of our great fore fathers and remain
united. IPAI is bigger than any one of us; it should never be about any individual
but about Igbere and Igbere people. As we came together in Atlanta to light the
touch of love and unity may our interest never wane and our determinations never
weaken as we match forward to lay an enduring foundation for our children and for
posterity.
What we have done so far could not have been possible without the supports and
positive contributions of the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors, and all
the standing committees’ members. In closing I will leave you with this quote by
Aristotle, “We are what we repeatedly do”. Please be a proud member of Igbere
Progressive Association International. God bless Igbere.
Chief Mike C. K. Awa, P.E.
Omezi Mba I of Igbere
Executive President, IPAI
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