Owerri, the Imo State capital is gradually degenerating in terms environmental cleanliness. From stuffed, stinking drainages (gutters) to littered streets with perishable and non perishable items, the odour oozing out of this drainages and some dirty spots in the city, can endanger the health of the residents. The prevailing environmental situation in Owerri, is a reminder of the days when Owerri was consistently rated the cleanest State in Nigeria. Both the government and the citizens have their own share of the blame. Many feel that government may not have not…
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Nigeria Ranks 36th Most Corrupt Country globally in 2024 — TI report
Transparency International (TI), a global coalition against corruption, has ranked Nigeria as the 36th most corrupt country in the world. The 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) report was released on Tuesday by Transparency International through its Nigerian chapter, Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC). Speaking during the public presentation of the 2024 CPI, CISLAC Executive Director, Comrade Auwal Musa Ibrahim Rafisanjani observed that the top 10 least corrupt nations were predominantly from European, with Denmark emerging as the least corrupt country in the world with 90 points, followed by Finland with…
Read More100 Days: Ideato South Reels Out Achievements
… To erect legislative chamber, traditional rulers’ secretariat. As the newly elected Chairmen of the 27 LG councils of Imo state continue to celebrate their 100 days in office, the executive chairman of Ideato South Local Government Area has listed his achievements in the areas of security, agriculture, infrastructure, electricity among others. Hon. Okwara Okechukwu Chibuike Kenneth ,the Executive Chairman of Ideato South Local Government Area made the disclosure recently as senior media personalities visited him at the Council headquarters at Dikenafai. Okwara disclosed that the fight against insecurity…
Read MoreSecretary General, NANS Zone “F”, Alfred Exalts, Igbokwe For Mobilizing Scores Of Students To NYSC Camp,Years After Graduation .
…Says: My leadership dedicated to student’s welfare. By Nkechi Ojukwu . Comrade Alfred Jester Chinedum, the Secretary-General of the National Association of Nigerian Students,NANS Zone F, South East , has applauded Dr. Basilia Igbokwe, the Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, for her exceptional leadership and dedication to students’ welfare. Specifically, Chinedum praised Igbokwe for ensuring that thousands of students who were unable to participate in the National Youth Service Corps,NYSC program due to administrative issues were finally mobilized. Alfred, who is also a law student at Imo State University, IMSU…
Read MoreI didn’t Get You Pregnant, Bayelsa Gov -DiriTells Nengi .
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has firmly denied any involvement in the pregnancy rumors surrounding former BBN housemate Nengi Rebecca Hampson, attributing the false claims to his political adversaries. The allegations gained traction after a well-known blogging platform suggested that Governor Diri was responsible for Nengi’s pregnancy. In response, Nengi publicly refuted the claims on her social media channels. Reacting to the blogger’s report, Governor Diri expressed shock and dismay at the spread of such falsehoods, especially on a day when his administration was celebrating its 5th anniversary. Dr.…
Read MoreIPOB : Kanu Alleges Plot To Jail Him In Exchange For Justice Nyako’s Hubby ,Son’s Freedom.
Leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, haa alleged that Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja, was insisting on presiding over his trial due to corruption cases involving her husband and son. Kanu made the claims on Monday while appearing in court for the continuation of his trial. In a viral video on social media, Kanu is heard accusing the judge of using her position for personal gain. “Justice Binta Nyako is using her position for personal gain. Her son and her husband…
Read MoreCBN Announces New ATM Transaction Fees, Effective March 1,
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reviewed the transaction fees for Automated Teller Machine (ATM) services, with new charges set to take effect from March 1, 2025. In a circular signed by John Onojah, the acting director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, the CBN stated that the fee adjustment aims to address the rising operational costs and enhance efficiency within the banking sector. The last time the ATM transaction fees were revised was in 2019 when the CBN reduced withdrawal fees from ₦65 to ₦35. While the…
Read MoreNobody Should Beg Anyone To Release Me, I Didn’t Commit Any Crime – Kanu
The leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) Nnamdi Kanu, has warned against appealing for his release, stating that he did not commit any crime. Kanu’s Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor , disclosed this on Saturday, in a statement. According to him, Kanu’s warning followed appeals made by some South East leaders for his release. Naijaonpoint reported that Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu and other South East legislators called on President Bola Tinubu to release the IPOB leader. Ejimakor, in the statement published on his social media…
Read MoreTension in Rivers As Ogoni Oil Exploration Talks End Abruptly.
There was tension in Bori, the traditional headquarters of Ogoni land on Saturday, as a planned congress to begin talks on the planned oil exploration resumption in the area ended abruptly. Recall that President Bola Tinubu at a meeting with some Ogoni leaders in Abuja over a fortnight ago had urged them to return home to get the input of their people on the planned oil resumption in the area and come back to him. The meeting scheduled to be held at the Peace and Freedom Centre in Bori, Khana…
Read MoreNgor Okpala Youths Hail Onuegbu, Okere, Nwaorgu, Anukam over Appointment
Ogbako Ngor Okpala Youths, the apex youth sociocultural body in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Imo State, have sent warm congratulatory message,to indigenes of area recently appointed into different offices by Gov Hope Uzodinma. In the message signed by their leaders, Engr Henry Uzoma President, Obike Court Area, Hon Chinedu Opara, Secretary, Onyeaghalanwanneya Court Area, Hon Ekene Akuta Igba Court Area,Mr Celestine Nzekuba Okwe Court Area and Engr David Iroegbu Mbaishii Court, the youths noted that the appointments given to their sons was testament to their leadership capacities and qualities.…
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