Prince Ezeakonobi Madumere is a former deputy governor of Imo State to the former Governor Rochas Okorocha. In this interview by JOHNKENNEDY UZOMA, he airs his views on some political issues in Imo and Nigeria in general. HOW would you analyse the State of the nation given the prevalent socioeconomic challenges in the land and how do you mean? I think it is too early to judge the present administration of President Bola Tinubu. I am aware he has put a number of policies in place which would take time…
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Okafor, Onyedebelu Hails Ossemotor Community, Land Owners Over Marine University In Imo
The people of Ossemotor autonomous Community in Oguta local government area of Imo state have been extolled for their resilience and for keeping positive spirit over the state Marine University, Ossemotor Oguta which was abandoned for decades. An eye witness account and reports from government officials who visited the Marine University site recently had it that the project remained secured, devoid of vandalization of any kind despite years it had layed waste in the forest; commended the communal efforts of Ossemotor people for keeping faith and taking upon them…
Read MoreRivers: Supreme Court Has Declared War In The State – Amaechi’s ally
The political crisis in Rivers State took a fresh turn on Friday after the Supreme Court delivered judgment affirming Martin Amaewhule and 26 others as valid members of the State House of Assembly. The verdict of the Supreme Court in Abuja had sparked wild jubilation among supporters of the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in Rivers State. Also, the 27 pro-Wike lawmakers, who are the major beneficiaries of the court judgment, held a plenary immediately they learnt about the ruling. In another development, the FCT minister was seen…
Read MoreEx-Attorney-General begs Tinubu to free Kanu
A former Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice in Imo State, Chukwuma Machukwu-Ume (SAN), has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to honour the request of deceased national sages and free the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Machukwu-Ume’s plea is contained in a letter addressed to the president and dated February 24, 2025. with the title, “Healing the wounds in our nation-building efforts and matching Nigeria towards a new stable nation: Hence this passionate plea for the urgent release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.” Machukwu-Ume requested President Tinubu…
Read MoreFubara acknowledges Supreme Court verdict on Rivers Assembly members
PORT HARCOURT – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has acknowledged the Supreme Court ruling affirming Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule and 26 others as valid members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, signaling a significant shift in the state’s ongoing political crisis. In a statement released by Joe Johnson, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Fubara said he has taken note of the Supreme Court judgment regarding state funds and the administration of local governments in Rivers. “At this time, we are awaiting a detailed briefing on the implications of the…
Read MoreP-Square’s Brother Jude Okoye Remanded After Pleading “Not Guilty” In Alleged N1.3bn Fraud Case
Rich Nigerian, Jude Okoye has been remanded in Ikoyi Correctional Centre following his arrangement by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) on charges of laundering laundering to the tune of N1.38billion, $ 1 million and £34, 537.59 .Jude is the elder brother and former manager of Paul and Peter Okoye of the defunct music group, P-Square. He was arraigned alongside his company, Northside Music Ltd, before Justice Alexander Owoeye of the Federal High Court, Lagos, on a seven-count charge. One of charges against him read: “That you, Jude Okoye…
Read MoreEducational Philanthropy: Nworisa Sponsors 130 Students For JAMB Registration In Owerre Nkwoji Community In Nkwerre LGA.
The Owerre Nkwoji Community has witnessed a significant boost in educational development, thanks to the tireless efforts of Barr. Uchenna Alaoma, President General of Owerre Nkwoji Town Union. In line with this vision, Nze Reginald Nworisa, Nze Di oha nma 1 of Owerre Nkwoji Autonomous Community, has generously sponsored the JAMB registration fees of 130 students from Owerre Nkwoji Community. This philanthropic gesture was announced by the Education Committee of Owerre Nkwoji Town Union, established by Barr. Uchenna Alaoma to promote educational excellence in the community. A According to Dr.…
Read MoreCourt Grants Bail To Former NHIS Boss, Usman Yusuf
Yusuf was arraigned on five counts of corruption, including embezzlement, abuse of office, and the unlawful award of contracts. Professor Usman Yusuf, the former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), has been granted bail by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja. Yusuf is facing multiple corruption charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The ruling was delivered by Justice Chinyere Nwecheonwu on Thursday morning, though details of the bail conditions remain undisclosed. Yusuf was arraigned on five counts of corruption, including…
Read MoreFamily Accuses Ecobank staff In Owerri Of Allegedly Aiding, Abetting Fraudulent Withdrawal of Over N4m From Deceased’s Bank Account.
…Seeks legal redress The family of late Ezeoti Nnamdi Benjamin, who hails from Ibollo Oraifite in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State has accused the management and staff of Ecobank Nigeria Plc of complicity in the alleged withdrawal of N4million from the deceased’s account less than twenty four hours after his demise on August 20, 2017. The family made the revelation in a letter written by their lawyers, Awuka Okafor and company, dated August, 31, 2017 and addressed to the Branch Manager, Ecobank PLC, Douglas Road, Owerri. The…
Read MoreImo Under 25 Athletes To Compete In Niger Delta Maiden Sports Festival.
By Onyinyechi Nwankwo. Not less than 600 under-25 athletes drawn from the 27 Local Government Areas of Imo State will be representing the State at the Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF), billed to hold on 1st to 8th April 2025, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The festival being organized by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in partnership with Dunanis Icon Limited, as consultant, will be bringing together over 3,000 athletes, 600 coaches and 300 media practitioners from the nine NDDC mandate states, which are Imo, Abia, Rivers, Edo,…
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