From Henrietta Abavo, Asaba
Professor Igho Natufe, will on Thursday, May 16, 2024, speak on infrastructure, governance, corruption and security in Nigeria.
In a statement circulated on the social media space Sunday, 28 April, 2024, by Chairman of the Okpe Union 94th Anniversary Planning Committee, Patrick Akpotor, the President - general is due to speak at about 3:00pm at the Okpe Union House, Lagos.
"He is expected to address members of the Okpe Union in different countries and hundreds of distinguished guests on the state of the Union, state of the Nigerian Nation and Delta State.
"Prof. Natufe will discuss a variety of topics such as Okpe Union as the catalyst for positive change in Okpe Nation, Okpe and the future of Nigeria, the challenges of attracting and retaining investors in Okpe Nation and restoration of Okpe independence and its role in the comity of ethnic nationalities.
"The author of several scientific research, including “Soviet policy in Africa: from Lenin to Brezhnev will talk about the role of politicians in the nation’s development and the work ahead to make life better for the people.
"Prof Igho Natufe will also speak about the teaching of Okpe Language and History in educational institutions in Okpe Nation.
"As he is expected to sensitize Okpe Nationals on the values of Okpe ethnicity, set out the argument for Delta unity and explain how this unity would enhance the development of the oil-rich state'.
"Tagged: Pathway to redemption in Okpe Nation, the thrust of the address is the emancipation of Okpe Nation from mental slavery.
"Speech of the renowned Nigerian political Scientist at the Okpe Union House will highlight the persistent determination of the people to rise above the diminished lives foisted upon them by leaders with warped vision; give local and foreign journalists, students and key leaders in the country the chance to understand the challenges facing the Okpe Nation"; the statement added.
Prof. Natufe is a Nigerian-born Sovietologist and specialist in International Relations and Soviet/ Russian Foreign Policy.
An alumnus of the People's Friendship University, a former professor of Political Science (University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana and the University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria and senior advisor to the Government of Canada.
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