Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu has described as unfortunate and regrettable the death of the President General of the Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Prof George Achulike Obiozor at 80 years. Anyanwu, who is the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says, the indelible footprints the late Diplomat and scholar left in the areas of conflict resolution, bilateral relations and social development will remain in the sand of time. “Prof Obiozor was a true reflection of what a good leader, motivator and role model should be. He…
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ASITU Mourns George Obiozor
The Association of Igbo Town Unions, ASITU led by Chief Emeka Diwe, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Ohaneze Ndigbo President General, Professor George Obiozor. Speaking to newsmen recently, Chief Diwe described Professor Obiozor as an accomplished statesman and diplomat who spent his life time serving Nigeria. He noted that the death of the Ohaneze helmsman has left a vacuum in Igbo leadership. He therefore prayed God to give the Obiozor family the fortitude to bear the huge loss as well as grant the soul of the former …
Read MoreOzuruigbo Throne: Amawom Monarch Identifies Alleged Direct Sons Of Njemanze
…Advises public, beware of impostors Following claim by some individuals regarding the Ozuruigbo throne, Traditional Ruler of Amawom autonomous community, HRH Eze Peter Ezechikere Njemanze (Ozuruigbo VI) has meticulously identified original direct sons of Njemanze royal family, adding that those not captured in the list should not be laying claim to what is bigger than them. Eze Njemanze advised the general public, government institutions and corporate bodies to be wary of those parading the “Njemanze” name with a view to duping unsuspecting persons in the society. According to him, Njemanze…
Read MoreJehovah’s Witnesses Resume Larger Gatherings at Assembly Halls
After nearly three years Jehovah’s Witnesses will be resuming their larger gatherings from January 7, 2023. These assemblies have been held virtually since the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though they resumed meeting at their Kingdom Halls from April 2022, their larger assembly facilities remained under lockdown. The national spokesman for Jehovah’s Witnesses in Nigeria, Olusegun Eroyemi, says that arrangements have been put in place to ensure that the recommended safety protocols are implemented in all 23 Assembly Halls of Jehovah’s Witnesses across the country. He said that “Jehovah’s…
Read MoreEze Ajoku Celebrates Mother At 104yrs, Gives Free Medical Services to Older Persons
In appreciation to God, Senator Darlington Eze Ajoku, has celebrated his mother, Ezinne Lolo Mercy Nwuhie Ogbonna-Ajoku who turned 104 years-old recently in a well attended birthday celebration. Speaking during the yearly birthday celebration which took place at his country home at Amaeze, Obibiezena in Owerri North LGA, Imo State, Sen. Ajoku, noted that the event which is marked every December 26, was in partnership with Coalition of Societies for the Rights of Older Persons in Nigeria, COSROPIN and Graceful Ageing Fellowship ,GRAF to celebrate older persons between the ages…
Read MoreObiozor Is Alive And Well -Ohanaeze Ndigbo
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has urged members of the public to ignore the rumour making the rounds that its President General, Professor George Obiozor is dead. Vice President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr Kingsley Dozie who spoke with Vanguard in Umuahia, dismissed the rumour as unfounded and false.Dr Dozie explained that should anything happen to the Ohanaeze President General the family would not hesitate to inform the public. He said that when he heard the rumour, he quickly got in touch with a family member of…
Read MoreDarling Palm Hotels Debuts In Obibiezena
Darling Palms Hotel, a sister organization to Darling FM radio which is owned by the former Senator representing Imo East( Owerri zone), Senator Darlington Eze Ajoku, has been commissioned for business. The commissioning ceremony which took place on Tuesday, December 27, at Umuogida in Obibi Ezena of Owerri north LGA attracted many dignitaries from within and outside the state. Performing the opening ceremony on behalf of the state Commissioner for Tourism, Bishop Stafford Nwaorgu of Praise Center Ministries expressed his delight at the project, especially this season. He described Senator…
Read MoreOrlu Assembly: Why I Dragged LP Candidate-Nwadike To Appeal Court After Loss At Lower Court
Sequel to mass criticism by a cross section of Orlu people who have continuously expressed dismay about how the incumbent lawmaker for Orlu State constituency, Pascal Okolie who should have concentrated on winning election by showcasing his achievement since he assumed office, if any had resorted to frustrating his opponent, Comrade Precious Nwadike through lawsuits. Comrade Nwadike as gathered has become Pascal Okolie’s greatest nightmare given that the Umudiatu Orlu born Human rights activist is highly loved by his people. Okolie, who is alleged to be using public funds to…
Read MoreDNA Challenge: I’m Legitimate, Full Blooded Njemanze –Charles
…Says: Alexius Anumaku wedded Paulina Atim, legally In an article published by Nigeria Newspoint, dated November 4, 2022, certain members of the Njemanze Royal Family of Amawom village, in Owerri Municipal stated that my mother, late Ugoeze Paulina Atim Njemanze was a concubine to my late father, Eze Alexius Anumaku Njemanze (Igwe Ozuruigbo IV of Owerri). They further claimed that I was an adopted child of my late father. Their assertions are misleading, mendacious, and grossly repugnant. For informative purposes, my late mother was never a concubine of my late…
Read MoreLinks Brothers Progressive Holds End Of Year Party
The Links Brothers Progressive Club International has held its 2022 End of Year Party. The event took place on Sunday 18th December 2022 at Julie’s Lounge, Heroes Apartment, New Owerri, at 4pm. In his opening speech at the occasion, the Chairman of the club Hon. Chinedu Kingsley Okeke called on the youths to shun crime and violence during this yuletide period and stressed the need for all citizens to join hands with government to ensure that peace and orderliness is maintained in Imo State. He advised the electorates to collect…
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