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Yuletide: Ebonyi APC chair, Commissioner, others laud Architect Nwali for distributing cars to staff
Joel Ajayi
Popular hotelier, business mogul, philanthropist and CEO of C-Sagas Projects Nig. Ltd., Architect Chief Christian Asaga Nwali, has distributed exotic cars to his staff, in appreciation of their contributions to the successes of the company over the years.
Chief Christian Asaga, who was recently honoured with the chieftaincy title of Ide Ji Ulo 1 of Izzi Nnodo Kingdom in Ebonyi State, extended this latest philanthropic gesture to his staff during the end of the year dinner he organized for them on Sunday, December 17th, 2023.
Speaking at the event, Arc. Chief Christian Asaga Nwali, who has been in the habit of improving the lives of his staff in different ways, commended them for their efforts in the progress recorded in the company over the years.
The hardworking hotelier, who has previously been conferred with chieftaincy titles as Odozie Obodo 1 of Ameka Ikwo and Uzochukwu wara 1 of Ekpelu Kingdom in Ikwo LGA, said the good gestures was targeted at inspiring the beneficiaries, to motivate them and change them positively, hoping that they, in turn, would change others for a better world.
The hotelier said he desires in the near future for the best architects, engineers, hoteliers, drivers, builders and environmentalists in the world to come from the C-Sagas Group of Companies.
Speaking on the occasion, the Ebonyi State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Stanley Emeagha, commended Chief Christian Asaga Nwali, saying he is one of a kind.
In an emotion-laden voice, Emeagha said that Chief Asaga Nwali has set a pace for Ebonyians in particular and Nigerians in general to emulate as the hotelier has cultivated the habit of promoting the greatest happiness of his workers, as propounded by Jeremy Bentham.
Chief Emeagha said what stands Chief Christian Asaga Nwali out among his peers is his humility as the hotelier is the most understanding, approachable and appreciative boss any worker would dream to have.
Lending his voice, a notable entrepreneur, Chief Engr. Godwin Nwankwo, hailed Architect Chief Christian Asaga Nwali on his achievements and love for his staff in particular and mankind in general, describing the hotelier as a man who has an unwavering interest in investing in humanity at large.
Chief Nwankwo prophesied that C-Sagas Group of Companies will be ranked among the best not only in Nigeria, but in Europe, America and Asia, even as he charged the beneficiaries of the car gifts to be hard working, diligent and dedicated; in order to continue promoting the company.
On his part, the Attorney General of Ebonyi State and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Ben Uruchi Odoh, eulogized Chief Asaga, saying the gesture is another humanitarian intervention worthy of emulation.
Dr. Odoh, who doubled as the Chairman of the event, also appreciated Arc. Chief Christian Asaga Nwali for celebrating generosity, night of gratitude and community impact.
Similarly, former Minister of Culture and Tourism, Amb. Franklin Ogbuewu, described the gesture as one worthy of emulation, extolling the good virtue of humility exhibited by Chief Christian Asaga Nwali.
He revealed that Chief Asaga is the most humble, young and intelligent person he has ever come across.
Also speaking at the event, the Chief of Staff to the Ebonyi State Governor, Prof. Emmanuel Echiegu, appreciated God the likes of Arc. Chief Christian Asaga Nwali in Ebonyi State, even as he noted the architectural geomancy of his hotels in different states across the federation.
He revealed that the humble architect has over 500 employees in his establishments like Cirenes Hotels in Kpiri-Kpiri, Abakaliki, Exclusive Serene Hotel and Suites in New Haven, Enugu and Exclusive Serene Hotel and Suites in Wuye, Abuja, adding that Chief Christian Asaga Nwali has always endeavoured to help the state and federal government in lifting Nigerians out of poverty and giving hope to the less privileged in Nigeria.
Highlights of the event included entertainment from a live band, stand-up comedy by seasoned entertainers, provision of assorted cuisines and drinks for the delight of the guests, among others.
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AWESSA 2026: Customs Assures Border Cooperation for Women Entrepreneurs
By James Samuel, Abuja
The Nigeria Customs Service has said the nation’s borders must become gateways of opportunity for African women entrepreneurs, not obstacles that kill their businesses.
This was disclosed at the African Women’s Economic Sovereignty Summit and Awards (AWESSA) 2026 held at the Customs House, corporate headquarters of the Nigeria Customs Service in Abuja.
Representing the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, his representative, an Assistant Controller, said hosting the summit inside Customs premises was deliberate.
“That this summit holds within the Customs premises is no accident. It is a statement of intent,” he said.
“The border is where the promise of every African trader either comes alive or dies quietly. And the men and women of this Service have resolved that for every woman entrepreneur of this continent, that promise will never die.”
He said women account for an estimated 70% of informal cross-border trade in Africa and over half of agricultural labour, yet they face documentation, standards, finance and harassment challenges.
“Too often she meets the border as an obstacle rather than a gateway. Because she trades in small volumes, in cash, in informality without formal papers, capable business women are now trapped in informality, invisible to trade statistics,” he noted.
He added: “AfCFTA will not be delivered by treaties alone. It will be delivered at border posts, in conference halls, and in market stores.”
Also speaking, the Executive Director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council, Mrs. Nonye Ayeni, represented by a Director, said women are central to Nigeria’s non-oil export sector.
According to her, NEPC’s focus is now on building export- ready competitive enterprises through programmes like the Women in Export Initiative, Export Clinic, and Zero to Export.
“Our focus is no longer on encouraging exports alone, it is on building competitive export-ready enterprises. We are supporting women to move beyond production into value addition, quality assurance, standard compliance, branding and market positioning,” she said.
She said AfCFTA offers a market of over one billion people, but women need knowledge, certifications and institutional support.
“Empowering women economically is one of the most effective tools for achieving poverty reduction, food security, job creation and inclusive growth,” she stated.
The Convener, Helen Okon, who is the Publisher of Business Review Africa & Africa Today Magazine, as well as representatives of NAFDAC DG and NEXIM Bank MD, reaffirmed commitment to supporting women-owned businesses access standards, certification and finance.
The summit, with the theme of positioning women as drivers of trade and sustainable development, is part of activities marking the International Year of the Women Farmer.
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