Hon. Nkem Nwosu, the Eze Oha 1 of Ohaji/Egbema have described a recent newspaper publication on the Nigeria Newspoint Newpaper as a handiwork of some political marchants whose stock in trade is to malign people without justifications. The publication in contest was made on Wednesday January 9, 2019 edition of the newspaper and appeared on page 9 with the caption “Imo UPP exco rejects Tony Nwulu. Speaking to journalist in Owerri, Tuesday January 15, 2019, Prince Nwosu said he was never privy to any discussion leading to the publication and…
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Samdaddy, Ihedioha’s case resumes at federal high court today
The Federal High Court, Owerri Division has fixed Wednesday 16th, Thursday 17th, and Friday 18th January, 2019 for the continued hearing of the matter brought by Sen. Samuel Anyanwu challenging the outcome of the October 1st 2018 PDP governorship primaries in Imo State that produced Hon Emeka Ihedioha. This is sequel to the ruling of the Court of Appeal, Owerri Division, which directed the Federal High Court, Owerri, to continue hearing on the matter instituted by Sen. Anyanwu, against Hon Emeka Ihedioha, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and the Independent…
Read MoreImo PDP takes campaign to Mbaitoli
The Peoples Democratic Party, IMO State led by Chief Barr. Charles Ezekwem, Ikemba Okigwe, today flagged- off officially, campaigns for the Gubernatorial Candidate of the Party, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, all other candidates of the party across the State and the Presidential Candidate of the Party, His Excellency, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar. The Campaign flag-off which held at the famous St. Mary’s school field in Ubommiri, started with a Town Hall meeting held at Umuechendu Hall, Umueze Junction. At the Town Hall, the Party met with the heads of…
Read MoreTasks before new IGP Mohammed Adamu
At last, Idris Ibrahim, Nigeria’s former Inspector General of Police has been retired having served the country for about 35 years as a public servant. Already, President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mr. Mohammed Adamu as the country’s new Inspector General of Police, IGP in acting capacity. The immediate past IGP Idris’ retirement had before yesterday, generated controversy over speculations that President Buhari had planned to extend his tenure beyond January 16, being his actual retirement date. So, his retirement two days ago has sort of calmed frayed nerves especially, as…
Read More2019: Uzodimma gets Imo leaders’ supportfor governor …As senator vows to recover Imo’s stolen property, land
Core stakeholders of Imo State from all walks of life on Monday, threw their weight behind the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate, Senator Hope Uzodimma for presenting what they described as a brilliant and feasible manifesto that promises to restore the state to prosperity and equity. Uzodimma had in a colourful ceremony in Owerri on Monday presented his manifesto, titled A New Imo of prosperity and equity, to the stakeholders with a promise that equity, prosperity and rule of law shall be the order of the day in the…
Read More2019 governorship: I will Salvage Imo state -Okey Ezeh …As he flags off campaign …OluFalae: Okey Ezeh is leader Imo needs now
The SDP Governorship Candidate in Imo State, Sir OkeyEzeh, on Monday kick started his governorship campaign. The well-attended, historic even took place at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, which had earlier elicited rallies organized by thousands of enthusiastic supporters in the streets of Owerri. Speaking after receiving his flag, Ezeh said Imo people have now found a credible alternative in the Social Democratic Party, SDP. According to him, salvation has come to Imo State after years of failed governance. “Today, Imo occupies the top positions in almost all indices of…
Read MoreOlisa Agbakoba writes on 2019 poll
So, I can tell you for free that President Buhari is not going to win North-Central. He is not going to win the South-West; he is not going to win the South-East, and he is not going to win the South-South. So, I don’t know where his votes will come from. If it is going to come from the North-West, that is fine. “Completely, President Buhari has no goodwill left. All the euphoria that was felt, I didn’t feel it because I have always known his background. “There was a…
Read More2023 And Osinbajo’s Song Of …
By Yinka Odumakin A week after he stuttered at the vice-presidential debate in Abuja, as result of functioning in Lai’s lane, Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo was at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo last weekend to shred whatever vestige of credibility he has left for crass political opportunism. The otherwise cerebral professor did not have to stammer this time around as he sang the scoundrel song his two other Lagos competitors (Messrs Bola Tinubu and Raji Fashola have been miming) for the illusory 2023 presidential slot: a vote for Buhari…
Read MoreChristmas Celebration: Christians Must Follow Christ’s Principle – CAN
As Christians world over celebrate Christmas to mark the birth of the Savior Jesus Christ, Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Imo State chapter, Apostle General Dr. Iheanyichi Ibeji has called on Christians in Imo and Nigeria to follow the way and his principles if they must receive pardon for their wrong ways. Apostle General Ibeji who made this call in a chat with newsmen in Owerri also added that Christians must forgive one another and follow the legacies of Jesus who is the reason for the season as anything…
Read More2018 Emume Mbieri: Okwodu Lists Achievements
…As Imo politicians scramble for votes By Ebenezer Ojor The 2018 edition of Emume Mbieri Cultural festival held Saturday December 29 2018, with the President General, Mbieri Nwaotuoke Union, MNU, Deacon Chuma Okwodu describing last years as a period of achievements for the clan. Delivering an address at the event which was attended by top Imo businessmen, politicians and traditional rulers, Deacon Okwodu recalled: “The year 2018 has been good one for Mbieri Nwaotuoke Union”. “We have used it to consolidate our recently found unity in the leadership among others”.…
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