…Lauds Uzodinma By Ebenezer Ojor Ikeduru Youth Alliance , IYA, sponsored by Dr Obinna Obi-Njoku, has congratulated Hon Chuks Metu on his well deserved appointment as secretary, Imo State Universal Basic Education Board, IMSUBEB. A release from the group signed by its president, Mr Nelson Chinasa, expressed joy at Hon Metu’s appointment describing it as well deserved. “We the entire members of Ikeduru Youth Alliance, together with our capacity leader and founder, Dr Obinna Obi-Njoku congratulates our brother, Hon Ezinwa Chuks Metu on his appointment as secretary, Imo…
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I’ll bring back lost glory of local governments – Obinatu
The Chairman, Local Government Service Commission, LGSC, Dr Nick Obinatu has appreciated the governor, Sen Hope Uzodinma for finding him worthy to serve in such capacity. Dr Obinatu made the commendation on the occasion of his reception ceremony at Owerri Municipal Council after being sworn in last Friday at Government House, Owerri by the governor. He revealed his plans to bring back the lost glory of the local government system on the state, adding that the governor is interested in making the local governments work because of the great vision…
Read MorePDP BOT: When The Conscience Of A Party Lacks Conscience
I was shocked to hear about the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees’ (BOT) emergency meeting resolution regarding the battle for the National Secretary position. Recall that Sunday UdeyOkoye had obtained a judgment from the Enugu Court of Appeal to replace Sen. Samuel SamdaddyAnyanwu as PDP National Secretary. However, Sen. Anyanwu secured a stay of execution from the Court of Appeal in Abuja and appealed the judgement at the Supreme Court. One had expected the rule of law to prevail until the Supreme Court decides, but that’s not the…
Read MoreImo Roads, Now Death Trap
By : Obiarandu Ohiri Numbers of roads in Imo are bad state especially, Owalla-Orie Uratta – Umunahu – Ihitaogada-Emekuku Road; Orji Junction – Mbieri Road; Dr Patrick Agochukwu Road by Dick Tiger Road off Methodist Bus Stop Owerri, among others. Speaking on the situation, a school owner, Dr Robinson Omoroguiwa, proprietor of Christian International Schools, who hinted that Patrick Agochukwu Road has been a horrible place that kept away vehicles, including tricycles, buses from playing on it. He also noted that even pedestrians avoid the road for fear of falling…
Read MoreOgwa Unity Forum honoursUgoezeObichukwu as Ezi Ada 1 of Ogwa
The Ogwa Unity Forum (OUF), an apex socio-cultural organization in Ogwa Clan, last month honoured one of her illustrious daughters, Ugoeze Chinyere Obichukwu, with the prestigious Ezi Ada 1 of Ogwa award. Ugoeze received the award at the occasion of Ogwa Unity Cultural Carnival which took place at the Community Primary School, EkwereazuOgwa in Mbaitoli LGA, Imo State. The event which was graced by the Imo State Deputy Governor,Lady Chinyere IhuomaEkomaru, as special guest of honour according to the organizers was designed to create unity and bond the people. The…
Read MoreAlleged Assassination Plot: Nonsonkwa Drags Uzodinma, APC, Emelumba, Shaba, Tiger Base To UN, EU, Amnesty Int’l; others.
Ace Broadcaster and Human Rights Activist, Comrade Chinonso Uba popularly known as Nonsonkwa has dragged the Governor of Imo state, Sen Hope Uzodinma to the United Nations, European Union, Amnesty International and other organisations. In a letter dated January 24, the Mbaitoli-born critic, alleged that there is a plot to assassinate him, members of his family including his lawyer by the Imo State government under Gov Uzodinma, his CSO-SP Adamu Shaba Gbovako, the Tiger Base commander, CSP Oladimeji Odeyiyiwa, his team of Inspectors. The letter also mentioned the Imo APC…
Read MoreBIRTHDAY : Ahiazu / Ezinihitte Mbaise Solidarity Movement , Ndi Ezienyi Celebrates Emeka Chinedu
On behalf of my family, I join your many supporters, friends, and constituents in extending heartfelt congratulations to you, Rt. Hon. Emeka Martins Chinedu (Nwachinemere), on the occasion of your recent birthday. As a proud member of the Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte Federal Constituency, I deeply appreciate your exemplary leadership. Your unwavering commitment to our people has set a remarkable standard, establishing you as a true representative at the federal level. Your work, combined with your humility, has not only raised awareness but has also cemented your legacy as an inspiring leader.…
Read MoreTinubu Rejects Suit Seeking His Removal, Says Court Has No Authority
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss a suit seeking to compel the National Assembly to initiate impeachment proceedings against him over alleged rights violations. The suit, filed by a legal practitioner, Mr. Olukoya Ogungbeje, alleged that President Tinubu’s administration had suppressed peaceful protests, which amounts to an impeachable offense. However, President Tinubu and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, have challenged the suit, questioning the plaintiff’s legal right to institute the action. They argued that the plaintiff failed to…
Read MoreTelecom tariff hike: NLC halts protest as FG plans review panel
The Nigeria Labour Congress has suspended its planned nationwide protest against the recent 50 per cent hike in telecom tariffs approved by the Federal Government. The labour union aborted the planned rally scheduled for Tuesday (today) following a meeting with government representatives at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation in Abuja, on Monday. The telecom regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission, had defended the 50 per cent tariff increase, citing rising operational costs driven by inflation, foreign exchange fluctuations, and higher energy expenses. In a statement,…
Read MoreUzodimma to UAES: Aspire to be the best globally
…Inaugurates 16-man Governing Council In continuation of his efforts to strengthen critical agencies of government for optimal performance in service delivery to Imo people, the Governor of Imo State, Senator Uzodimma Monday, February 3, 2025 inaugurated the Governing Board of Imo State University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES), Umuagwo with a charge that the institution should aspire to be the best globally. He urged the University leadership to partner other great institutions to translate the vision of sustainable and mechanised agriculture into reality. Performing the ceremony at the New…
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