In a recent statement, a prominent Igbo leader has defended the community’s approach to addressing national issues, refuting claims of inconsistency in their protest participation and emphasizing their longstanding commitment to seeking meaningful change. Chief Ikedi Ohakim, the former governor of Imo State, responded to criticisms that the Igbo people have encouraged protests elsewhere in Nigeria while abstaining from active participation themselves. In an interview reported by the Sun, Ohakim strongly rejected this characterization. “Some people accused the Igbo of egging other parts of the country on but later refused…
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Tinubu Seen Leaving St Mary’s Hospital, London After Alleged Medical Treatment
President Tinubu Captured In Video Leaving St Mary’s Hospital In London After Alleged Medical Treatment The video, which surfaced on Friday and seen by SaharaReporters, showed Tinubu moving out of the hospital with some of his aides and medical personnel accompanying him till he entered his car. A video has surfaced showing Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu, leaving St Mary’s Hospital in London, United Kingdom, sparking speculations that he secretly visited for an emergency medical treatment. The video, which surfaced on Friday and seen by SaharaReporters, showed Tinubu moving out of…
Read MoreCatholic church Honours Soulmate Club Chair -Ezeji With Pillar of Faith Award .
By Ijeoma Ohiri Engr Chukas Ezeji has been honoured with Pillar of Faith Award by St Pius X Catholic Church Ochicha Ngugo in Ikeduru LGA of Imo State The Award was in recognition of Engr Ezeji’s service to God and humanity The priest in charge of the church, Rev, Fr. Boniface Iwu thanked Engr Ezeji and other Awardees for their support to the church. The secretary of Soulmate Friends International Club of Owerri, Dr Stanley Ihu on behalf of the club, congratulated Ezeji who is also the Chairman of the…
Read MoreSome Claimed Wike Has Bought Me Over, Why Don’t They Repurchase Me From Him?’ – Umar Damagum
The Peoples Democratic Party Acting Chairman, Umar Damagum has addressed the allegations that Wike has bought him over, questioning the logic behind such claims and wondering why those making them don’t repurchase him if he has a price. He dismissed these narratives as mere attempts to create bad blood against him. He referenced Wike’s own admission on television that he didn’t support him during the PDP convention, which begs the question of what support Wike could be seeking from him now that he didn’t offer back then. He noted that…
Read MoreImo Monarch Calls For Amaobi Uwaleke’s Arrest, Prosecution For Desecration Of Obibi Uratta Kingdom.
Tha traditional ruler of Obibi Uratta Ancient Kingdom, Owerri North LGA in Imo state,HRH Eze Boniface Ihenacho Ariri ,Eze Udo the 4th of Obibi Uratta Ancient Autonomous community has called on Imo state government and the Nigerian Police to arrest Mr Amobi Uwaleke for alleged impersonation and judicial rascality. The monarch was reacting in line with recent ruling of a High court in Owerri which resolved once and for all the issue of the Obibi Uratta Ancient Kingdom Royal Stool which has been enmeshed in years of litigation following the…
Read MoreFrom Debt Relief To Debt Trap: Nigeria’s Worrisome Return To Borrowing – Isaac Asabor
At a time in Nigeria’s political history, the country stood at the cusp of an economic renaissance, having successfully negotiated its way out of the crushing weight of external debt. Under the skilled leadership of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, who served as Minister of Finance and Economy, Nigeria achieved what many thought was impossible, a significant debt forgiveness from its creditors. This milestone freed Nigeria from a heavy burden, leaving the country virtually debt-free. It was a period of hope and optimism as the nation was poised for economic growth without…
Read MoreKingibe knocks Abure, as Obi, Otti notify INEC of LP’s 29-member caretaker c’tee Members
Ireti Kingibe, senator representing the Federal Capital Territory district, has backed the 29-member caretaker committee established by the national leader of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, Abia Governor Alex Otti, and party stakeholders last week to oversee an expansive national convention. The Abuja senator gave her endorsement at the launch of a four-day free medical outreach, which she facilitated for her constituents in Abuja. The free medical outreach, organised in collaboration with the National Commission for Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons, attracted many people seeking eye tests, free treatment, and…
Read MoreOhanaeze Youths Laud Tinubu, Reps Speaker-Kalu For Establishing SEDC
…Say: Partnership good for Ndigbo Ohanaeze Youths Council, OYC, the apex socio-cultural organization of Igbo youths, have condemned in totality, the efforts by some alleged “misguided and misinformed” persons aimed at allegedly discrediting the dogged and patriotic inputs of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon Benjamin Kalu in ensuring the passing of the bill that has established the South East Development Commission, SEDC. OYC frowned at the alleged actions of Dr Josef Onoh, President Bola Tinubu’s South East campaign spokesman’s statement which downplaying Rt Hon Kalu’s…
Read MoreASUU Begins Indefinite Strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Gombe State University chapter, has declared a total and indefinite strike over unmet demands. The strike was announced after a congress meeting on Wednesday. This is the first internal strike since the university was founded. Key grievances include the non-implementation of a 2021 Memorandum of Action, which outlined financial improvements for the institution. Among the unresolved issues are unpaid academic allowances, the lack of a training fund for academic staff, unfulfilled minimum wage adjustments, and the non-payment of promotional arrears for the years…
Read MoreJoe Igbokwe, Criticizes Rising Cost Of Living, Blames Inflation For Citizens’ Woes
APC Leader, Joe Igbokwe, Criticizes Rising Cost Of Living, Blames Inflation For Citizens’ Woes APC chieftain, Joe Igbokwe, has once again expressed deep concern over the rising electricity tariffs currently affecting the country. In an open letter to President Tinubu over the weekend, Igbokwe highlighted the growing burden of high electricity costs. He cautioned that without swift government intervention, many businesses could face closure due to the crippling expenses. In a series of fresh posts on his Facebook page, the staunch APC supporter reiterated his concerns, warning that if electricity…
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