In a bold and controversial statement, Asari Dokubo, a prominent figure in the Niger Delta region, has declared that the Ikwerre people of Rivers State are indeed Igbos. Dokubo, who is known for his outspoken views, made this assertion despite being identified as an Ijaw man himself. According to Dokubo, 80% of Rivers State land is Igboland, and he questioned why some Ikwerre people deny their Igbo identity. He emphasized that the names and language of the Ikwerre people are evident proof of their Igbo heritage. In his words; “It…
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Peter Obi: Nigeria Not Fair To Nigerians
The speech at the Valedictory Session of graduates of Physiology at Nnamdi Azikiwe University at Okofia, Nnewi, where I represented Mr Peter Obi. Three days ago, on the 26th, His Excellency Mr Peter Obi was a Guest Speaker at the 6th Annual Lecture of the Board of Fellows of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria at UNIZIK. As he left, he mentioned he would phone me about a function on the 28th, which he was struggling to plan to attend. However, he did not call back until early yesterday morning, around…
Read MoreImo Gov Reacts After Having Meeting With Ohaneze Business Leaders
The executive Governor of Imo state, Hope Uzodimma has reacted after he had a meeting with Ohaneze Business Leaders at the Government House in Owerri, Imo state capital. Governor Hope Uzodimma stated on his verified Facebook page; “I had a productive meeting with members of the Ohaneze Business Leaders who paid a courtesy visit at the Government House in Owerri. Our discussions centered on creating a favorable atmosphere for business ventures in our region, aiming for economic stability.” He added; “The meeting highlighted the mutual commitment to enhancing our region’s…
Read MoreNwachukwu assumes office as commissioner for education
Following the splift of the Ministry of Education into Tertiary/Technical and Primary/Secondary school ministries by the state Governor, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodinma, the new Commissioner of Tertiary and Technical Education, Prof. Victor N. Nwachukwu has assumed office, with a promise to do all within his power to achieve a transformation of the higher institutions in the state in line with 3R mantra of the present administration. In a brief ceremony at the Ministry of Education on Thursday, June 27, Prof. Johncliff C. Nwadike who now continues as Commissioner for Primary/Secondary…
Read MoreNURTW Leaders Visit Imo Commissioner For Transport-Abazu, Solicit Support
By Onyinyechi Nwankwo To achieve a well coordinated and refined transport sector in Imo State, the Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers,NURTW, Imo State Chapter, Hon. Samuel Udeh (Ezeumuokorobia) has led the State Administrative Council,SAC of the union on a courtesy call to the newly appointed Commissioner for Transport,Hon.Chika Benson Abazu. The courtesy visit took place last Thursday at the office of the Commissioner for Transport, at the State Secretariat in Owerri. Congratulating the Commissioner on his befitting appointment by the State Governor , the NURTW Boss…
Read MoreN27bn fraud: Supreme Court upholds conviction of ex top Banker
After 13 years protracted legal battle, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has upheld the conviction of Francis Atuche, the former Managing Director of the defunct Bank PHB Plc. The apex court’s unanimous decision was delivered by Justice Moore Adumein, upholding the rulings of both the trial court and the Court of Appeal. The Supreme Court emphasised that Francis Atuche did not provide sufficient grounds to challenge the findings of the lower courts regarding his credibility. The court reiterated its stance that an appellate court should not interfere with a trial…
Read MoreLemachi Brokers Peace To Stop Community Crisis On Assault Of Political Leader
Positive minded people with humility are the key to success and credible leadership for the development of every common society. Hon. Stephen Lemachi Nzeribe, the GLO Awarra/ Ikwerede ward, a political leader in Ohaji/Egbema, an aspirant for the Chairmanship position of the Ohaji/Egbema LGA has intervened to make peace between Dr. Gill Ogbonna, a political leader and Comrade Nicholas Nwosu a serving President of National Congress of Ohaji Youth (NACOY) both from Mgbirichi in Ohaji, Ohaji/Egbema LGA, Imo State. Dr. Prince Ogbonna who was assaulted and molested by some…
Read MoreImo NURTW Pays Courtesy Visit To Dpty CoS , Assures Union’s Support.
By Onyinyechi Nwankwo Recalling the unpleasant position of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, Imo State Chapter, before the arrival of Hon. Samuel Udeh, (Ezeumuokorobia) as its Chairman, the Deputy Chief of Staff,CoS, on General Services to the Governor, Ferdinand Uzodinma, has lauded the Union’s Boss for his doggedness in transforming the Union in the state. The commendation came when the NURTW State Administrative Council ,SAC led by its Chairman, Hon. Udeh, paid a courtesy visit to the Deputy Chief of Staff at Government House, Owerri, last Thursday.…
Read MoreCharter Of Equity 2027: OWZOPEM Emerges To Parley Okigwe, Orlu Over Imo Guber
…Ajumbe, Mbamara, Nwachukwu Champion Group By Williams Odunze The trending political issue of which Zone between Okigwe and Owerri will produce the next Governor of Imo State after Orlu zone has ruled for 24 years has taken another dimension as a new Political group; Owerri Zone Peoples Mandate, OWZOPEM,has debuted over the weekend. The new group which is reportedly being championed by Prof.Vitalis Orikeze Ajumbe,Capt.David Mbamara who is now designated as the Chairman of the new group and Chief Mike Nwachukwu who is also designated as the Chairman,Strategic Committee of…
Read MoreNo Request For Presidential Jet Before Senate –Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied receiving any correspondence from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu requesting Senate approval of funds for presidential jet. Akpabio spoke after a closed-door meeting of senators at the chambers which lasted for over an hour. The senators had cut short their recess which was to elapse on July 2, 2024, and returned for an emergency session to consider a bill for an act to amend the 2023 supplementary appropriation act to further extend its implementation to December 31, 2024, as requested by President Tinubu. There were…
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