Imo state government has indicated it’s readiness to synergies with the Naval Base Oguta on thorough security surveillance in the region. The state Governor, Sen. Hope Uzodinma who was represented by the Commissioner for Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs and Intelligence, Dr Henry Uzo Okafor stated this during an Intelligence courtesy call on the command . Speaking,the commissioner said the state government would expedite action in synergy with the Navy to tackle security challenges in the region ,especially at Oguta Egbuoma axis. Prince Okafor also disclosed that it would be …
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EDO PEOPLE HAVE A SIMPLE CHOICE TO MAKE ON SATURDAY
…Akpata as tie-breaker By Steve OsuJi And Providence smiles nicely on Edo people: The die is cast. The E-day has come and Edo people must stand as one to win this diadem for themselves. Some popular but witless refrains we hear in Nigeria today include: “ How did we get here?” “Who did this to us?” And, “na like this we go dey?” But to a large extent, we are largely liable for our endlessly debilitating situation. These statements evoke a state of utter hopelessness and despair among the populace.…
Read MoreEFCC Allegedly Storm Kogi Governor’s Lodge For Bello
A statement issued by Bello’s Director of Media, Ohiare Michael, alleged that EFCC operatives were shooting sporadically. Yahaya Bello Officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, allegedly stormed the State Kogi Government Lodge in Asokoro, on Wednesday night, September 18, to forcefully arrest the immediate past Governor Yahaya Bello. A statement issued by Bello’s Director of Media, Ohiare Michael, alleged that EFCC operatives were shooting sporadically. “It has come to our notice that people suspected to be operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission are currently around…
Read MoreBIRTHDAY BASH! Imo NUJ, Orluzurumee, Protus Uzorma, Others Celebrate Attorney General-Dike at 84.
…Say: He’s a Legal Icon,Mentor, Support Pillar , Father Figure. As Prof Francis Dike, (SAN), former Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Imo State celebrated his 84th birthday on Tuesday, September, 21, 2024, his expansive residence in the heart of Owerri, the state capital was a beehive of activities. The auspicious occasion which was attended by many who have benefitted from the highly esteemed legal luminary’s milk of human kindness, professional advice, selfless services and lot more. These beneficiaries include the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Imo State Council, Orluzurumee…
Read MoreTito, Michael Jackson’s Elder brother Dies At 70
The brother of the late Michael Jackson and original member of the iconic Jackson 5, Tito Jackson, and has died at 70. The music legend’s demise was confirmed by his sons in a heartfelt Instagram post on Monday. Although, an official cause of death is yet to be revealed at as the filing of this report. Tito, Known for his timeless hits like ABC and I Want You Back, performed in the iconic ensemble with brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael, who died in 2009. Confirming Tito’s death, a long-time…
Read MoreThe Stravid Foundation Calls For Nomination For 2024 Teachers Award.
In a bid to encourage and support teachers for their pedagogical impact, The Stravid Foundation (TSF) has called for nomination of qualified teachers for the 2024 TSF-Nze Sir Raphael O. Iro Memorial Teachers Merit Award. Speaking to newsmen, the Director of Programs Development of the Foundation, Dr. Tobias Nwokocha hinted that the award which comes up yearly targets at encouraging and supporting the contributions that teachers are making in raising and impacting their generation. “The TSF-Nze Sir Raphael O. Iro Memorial Teachers Merit Award will select six qualified teacher-nominees from…
Read MoreLocal Government Polls Imo APC Aspirants Reject Uzodinma’s Conditions for Refund Of Paid Cash
…Ikwubuo:Much more money paid without receipt. The ruling All Progressives Congress,APC is said to be facing more troubles in Imo state following Governor Hope Uzodinma’s directive that only Chairmanship and Councillorship aspirants with payment receipts will be refunded. A decision the Forum of APC Chairmanship and Councillorship Aspirants in Imo state have vehemently rejected for lack of merit and coherence but rather insisting that the right things be done. It was gathered that Governor Uzodinma, on Sunday while addressing church members at Government House chapel, Owerri capital of the state…
Read MorePolitical Parties Threaten Boycott Of LG Polls Over Alleged Rigging Plot By ISIEC .
…As IPAC calls for postponement . Political parties in Imo State under the aegis of Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Imo State, have threatened to boycott the scheduled Saturday Local Government Elections in Imo State. Arising from a meeting involving about 15 political parties in the state held in Owerri on Tuesday, they warned Imo State Independent Electoral Commission (ISIEC) to stop playing to the gallery and do the right thing by following the guidelines as enshrined in the Electoral Act for the conduct of Council Elections. IPAC rather called…
Read MoreGovenor Sanwo-Olu Hikes Boarding Fees In Lagos Public Schools From N35,000 To N100,000
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has increased the boarding fee for public boarding schools in the state to N100,000 per term amid the ongoing economic hardship in the country. The new fee, which is an upward review from the initial N35,000 payable in all public boarding schools in the state, represents an almost 300% increase. In a circular released by the Lagos state government through the ministry of basic and secondary education, the government directed all boarding school principals to implement the new fee as students prepare for the…
Read MoreAnyanwu Mourns Dead Journalist, Condoles Family, NUJ.
Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu(Samdaddy )has expressed shock over the news of the sudden demise of an Imo based Journalist, Awofeso Praise Ajibade who reportedly died in his sleep weekend. Late Ajibade was the Southeast Correspondent of Galaxy Television and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Prudent MStv, an online news medium respectively. He was a professional in the field of journalism, an entrepreneur who assisted his colleagues especially, photographers and videographers to secure jobs in television stations. Anyanwu, while describing late Ajibade as a meticulous, dedicated and upright person, said that…
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