Governor Hope Uzodinma has named in acting capacity, the immediate past Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Special Duties, Mrs. Chikodi Emenalom, as the new Head of Service for the Imo State Civil Service. The appointment is with immediate effect. Mrs. Emenalom, former Chairperson of National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Imo State, Member of the National Institute (MNI) and Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), replaces Barr. Raymond Ucheoma who has retired. The Acting Head of Service comes into her new office with experience gathered over the years from different…
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Go To Court If You’re Not Satisfied — Tinubu Tells Edo PDP Governorship Candidate
President Bola Tinubu has advised candidates dissatisfied with the outcome of the recently concluded Edo State governorship election to pursue their grievances through legal avenues. The call comes following the announcement of Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of Saturday’s election. In a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu congratulated Okpebholo on his victory, which was confirmed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday. “The President urges all those aggrieved by the…
Read MoreIndependence Day Anniversary: Ohanu Counsels Leaders On Good Governance, Godly Living
By Williams Odunze The founder, Favoured Assembly Church Obinze and the Imo State Overseer of Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria,CBCN, Bishop Chinedu Ohanu has called on the political leaders in Nigeria to be transparent in governing the people by imbibing the fear of God in their respective public offices,even as he maintained that It is only God that gives power. Bishop Ohanu who is also the state chapter Co ordinator ,Restore College of Bishops, Archbishops and Apostolic network made the call during a church service to mark this year’s independence…
Read MorePDP dead, APC performing very badly, Kwankwaso says
A former governor of Kano State and the presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNOP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has described the Peoples Democratic Party as a dead party. Kwankwaso also said that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) was performing badly in handling the affairs of the nation. Speaking during an NNPP’s national executive council meeting on Monday, October 1, the former governor said the APC has failed to be in touch with the realities on the ground. He also accused the party of having an illusion of the…
Read MoreUzoma Felicitates New FedPoNek Rector
…”She’s disciplined personality, impeccable character” Bishop Uzoma Emmanuel Afamefuna has warmly congratulated the newly appointed Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Dr Bassilia Igbokwe, on her historic appointment as the 9th substantive rector and second female rector of the institution. Bishop Uzoma described the new rector as “a disciplined personality with impeccable character, destined to transform the institution through exceptional leadership.” He noted that as an intelligent woman and mother, she inherently understands the institution’s challenges and would prioritize the welfare of staff and lecturers. Bishop Uzoma who is a part-time…
Read MoreIt’s only in Nigeria that people celebrate govt thieves — Ndume
The lawmaker representing Borno South in the National Assembly, Senator Mohammed Ndume has raised concern over the scorching issue of corruption in Nigeria. The former Senate Chief Whip raised the alarm while addressing newsmen in Kano on Sunday. He said, “Our major challenge in this country is corruption. Uptill now, we have no law that can proactively or even reactively address the issue of corruption in the country. “If you see somebody in our system, especially in politics or government,and he is not corrupt, then he is lucky that he…
Read More64th Independence FG declares Tomorrow Oct. 1 Public Holiday
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1 a public holiday to commemorate the Nation’s 64th Independence Anniversary. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani in a statement on Saturday said the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government. Dr. Tunji-Ojo also praised the patient and hardworking Nigerian men and women, stating that their sacrifices will not be in vain. “Aligning himself with the theme for the Anniversary, the Minister reiterated the need for Nigerians to reflect on the…
Read More2027: Northern Democrats Begin Visits to Former Heads of State, Leaders
As part of their preparations for the upcoming Kaduna Summit, the League of Northern Democrats (LND) has initiated a series of strategic visits to former Heads of State, traditional and religious leaders, business figures, retired officials, and former military leaders. The goal is to secure their support for the League’s activities to address key challenges in Northern Nigeria. The decision to embark on these consultations was made during a special meeting at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, chaired by Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, former Governor of Kano State. The Northern Democrats,…
Read MoreImo Based Journalist, Onuoha Bags PhD
Renowed Journalist and Public Relations Consultant, Ikenna Onuoha has bagged Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Mass Communication from the Imo state University, Owerri. Dr Onuoha is a writer, Teacher, Political Commentator, and Public Affairs Analyst who has published scholarly articles in both national and international journals. He is a co-author of a popular book, “Issues in Journalism”, and the sole author of “Public Relations in Journalism: Principles, and Practices”. Onuoha has written over 1000 articles on contemporary issues vide his popular column, “Top Secret” and published on newspapers. Dr Onuoha…
Read MoreEjimakor Raises Fresh Alarm As DSS Allegedly Blocks Kanu’s Legal Team from Visiting Him
The legal team of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has accused the Department of State Services (DSS) of unlawfully barring them from meeting with their client. It was alleged that the DSS blocked Kanu’s legal representatives from visiting him at the detention facility, violating subsisting court orders and constitutional rights. According to a statement signed and issued to newsmen on Friday by Aloy Ejimakor, Kanu’s lead counsel, the act is nothing short of a blatant breach of judicial directives. “Today, in violation…
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