People from the Autonomous Communities that make up Ohaji/Egbema LGA Gov of Imo State trooped out in their numbers to the Government House Owerri on Wednesday, June 26th, 2024, to thank the Imo State Governor His Excellency Senator Hope Odidika Uzodimma for appointing a new Sole Administrator (SALAD) for the Local Government Council, Hon. Princewill Onyejioke, whom they described as visionary and down to earth. They were received, on behalf of the Governor, by the Chief of Staff Government House Chief Barr. Nnamdi Anyaehie. After reeling out their reasons for…
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Imo 2027: Prominent Owerri leader canvasses power shift to Okigwe Zone for Ohakim
In this interview with newsmen in Owerri, a front-line politician in Imo State and former Commissioner, Dr. Vitalis Orikeze Ajumbe, a prominent son of Owerri zone stated that for peace and stability to reign in the State, Okigwe Zone must produce the next governor in the person of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim after the tenure of Governor Hope Uzodimma. Excerpts: Q: You are among those who are arguing for power to return to Okigwe zone, rather than Owerri zone where you come from. Why are you not standing with your…
Read MoreOhanaeze Says Three South-East Governors Working Against Nnamdi Kanu’s Release
Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, has accused three South-East governors and some members of the National Assembly from the region of sabotaging the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In a statement issued by Secretary General Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Ohanaeze Ndigbo alleged that these governors and political leaders are obstructing the out-of-court settlement between the Nigerian government and Kanu due to personal interests. Ohanaeze Ndigbo warned those obstructing Kanu’s release to consider the repercussions of their actions. The statement noted that the…
Read MoreAlleged Incompetence: Imo Assembly Speaker- OLemgbe Risks Impeachment, As Plot Thickens
Indications are rife that a plot by lawmakers to impeach the Speaker of the Imo House of Assembly, Hon Chike Olemgbe for alleged incompetence and reducing the Assembly to the status of mere ‘chorus singers’, may be thickening. A source hinted Nigeria Newspoint that the impeachment may not be unconnected to what seems to be a feeling on the part of most of the lawmakers that they may have been reduced to the level where they are now seen as ‘Rubber Stamp’ for the Executive which they are constitutionally supposed…
Read MoreWE STAND BY OHANEZE’S COURAGEOUS INDICTMENT OF THE SOUTH EAST GOVERNORS ON MAZI NNAMDI KANU’S POLITICAL TRAVAILS, CONTINUED INCARCERATION AND DETENTION
By Vitalis There’s no question, the South East Governors, are to be wholly blame for Nnamdi Kanu’s political travails, continued incarceration and detention, in the purview of travesty of justice by the Nigerian Government. The compelling justice of Kanu’s case, is destined to tear Nigeria apart, if care is not taken. Those corruptly benefiting from the case are doomed to political and violent destruction in the hands of God . On the records , I had in my previous inspired perspectives , held the same strong view and undiluted conviction,…
Read MoreHopes High, Nnamdi Kanu Will Regain Freedom Soon -Deputy Speaker
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has assured that the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPoB), Nnamdi Kanu, would soon regain his freedom. The deputy speaker, who revealed that he has met with Kanu a couple of times in the Department of State Service (DSS) detention facility, said this while welcoming the recent call by about 50 members of the House of Representatives, led by Hon. Obi Aguocha, for Kanu’s release. It will be recalled that the lawmakers, reportedly led by the member…
Read MoreNigerians to start using three-in-one ID card August, says official
In two months, Nigerians will begin utilising the services of the proposed three-in-one identity card, the National Identity Management Commission has confirmed. It said the single multipurpose card combining multiple functions of identity, financial and social services will be made available to citizens across the country by August this year. A high-ranking member of the implementation team, who asked not to be named, disclosed the new information during an exclusive interview with Saturday PUNCH on Friday. The official stated that the commission had been working tirelessly to meet its goals,…
Read MoreOne Year Anniversary: Imo Assembly Adopts 64 Motions, Passes 12 Bills
…Harps on mutual rapour with executive . By Williams Odunze The 10th Imo House of Assembly,IMHA has stated that within one year of its legislative activities, it has recorded significant achievements by adopting sixty four (64) motions and passing eight(8) bills to its credit and still counting, as the leadership of the House vowed to continue on maintaining peaceful co-existence with the executive arm of government. The Speaker of the House, Rt.Hon. Chike Olemgbe made the disclosure while welcoming Governor Hope Uzodinma to the Assembly complex for the celebration of…
Read MoreAbia Included ln EU Funded Program
As Governor Alex Otti of Abia State continues to make all sectors transformation across all parts of the state, the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IIDEA) has included Abia State in the second phase of the European Union-funded Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) Programme The RoLAC programme, formerly implemented by the British Council in Nigeria, is an intergovernmental organisation with a mandate to support sustainable democracy worldwide, including enhancing the delivery of justice and security services, promoting anti-corruption efforts and improving public safety in Nigeria. This was…
Read MoreNANS, Imo Chapter, ICC Hold Grand Reception For National Vice President –Ahaneku
By Williams Odunze In recognition of his achievements for making the State and the entire Southeast region proud, the Imo State Chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Students,NANS,in collaboration with Imo Comrades Community,ICC, decided to honor the Vice President, special duties of ,NANS, Comrade Ahaneku Nzubechi popularly known as Senior Advocate of Nigerian Students for bringing honour to the State. The Grand Reception which was held at Rockview Hotel Owerri on Saturday, was witnessed by many students across Institutions of higher learning in the State, NANS leadership, traditional rulers,…
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