Indications are rife that a plot by lawmakers to impeach the Speaker of the Imo House of Assembly, Hon Chike Olemgbe for alleged incompetence and reducing the Assembly to the status of mere ‘chorus singers’, may be thickening. A source hinted Nigeria Newspoint that the impeachment may not be unconnected to what seems to be a feeling on the part of most of the lawmakers that they may have been reduced to the level where they are now seen as ‘Rubber Stamp’ for the Executive which they are constitutionally supposed…
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WE STAND BY OHANEZE’S COURAGEOUS INDICTMENT OF THE SOUTH EAST GOVERNORS ON MAZI NNAMDI KANU’S POLITICAL TRAVAILS, CONTINUED INCARCERATION AND DETENTION
By Vitalis There’s no question, the South East Governors, are to be wholly blame for Nnamdi Kanu’s political travails, continued incarceration and detention, in the purview of travesty of justice by the Nigerian Government. The compelling justice of Kanu’s case, is destined to tear Nigeria apart, if care is not taken. Those corruptly benefiting from the case are doomed to political and violent destruction in the hands of God . On the records , I had in my previous inspired perspectives , held the same strong view and undiluted conviction,…
Read MoreHopes High, Nnamdi Kanu Will Regain Freedom Soon -Deputy Speaker
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has assured that the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPoB), Nnamdi Kanu, would soon regain his freedom. The deputy speaker, who revealed that he has met with Kanu a couple of times in the Department of State Service (DSS) detention facility, said this while welcoming the recent call by about 50 members of the House of Representatives, led by Hon. Obi Aguocha, for Kanu’s release. It will be recalled that the lawmakers, reportedly led by the member…
Read MoreNigerians to start using three-in-one ID card August, says official
In two months, Nigerians will begin utilising the services of the proposed three-in-one identity card, the National Identity Management Commission has confirmed. It said the single multipurpose card combining multiple functions of identity, financial and social services will be made available to citizens across the country by August this year. A high-ranking member of the implementation team, who asked not to be named, disclosed the new information during an exclusive interview with Saturday PUNCH on Friday. The official stated that the commission had been working tirelessly to meet its goals,…
Read MoreOne Year Anniversary: Imo Assembly Adopts 64 Motions, Passes 12 Bills
…Harps on mutual rapour with executive . By Williams Odunze The 10th Imo House of Assembly,IMHA has stated that within one year of its legislative activities, it has recorded significant achievements by adopting sixty four (64) motions and passing eight(8) bills to its credit and still counting, as the leadership of the House vowed to continue on maintaining peaceful co-existence with the executive arm of government. The Speaker of the House, Rt.Hon. Chike Olemgbe made the disclosure while welcoming Governor Hope Uzodinma to the Assembly complex for the celebration of…
Read MoreAbia Included ln EU Funded Program
As Governor Alex Otti of Abia State continues to make all sectors transformation across all parts of the state, the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IIDEA) has included Abia State in the second phase of the European Union-funded Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) Programme The RoLAC programme, formerly implemented by the British Council in Nigeria, is an intergovernmental organisation with a mandate to support sustainable democracy worldwide, including enhancing the delivery of justice and security services, promoting anti-corruption efforts and improving public safety in Nigeria. This was…
Read MoreNANS, Imo Chapter, ICC Hold Grand Reception For National Vice President –Ahaneku
By Williams Odunze In recognition of his achievements for making the State and the entire Southeast region proud, the Imo State Chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Students,NANS,in collaboration with Imo Comrades Community,ICC, decided to honor the Vice President, special duties of ,NANS, Comrade Ahaneku Nzubechi popularly known as Senior Advocate of Nigerian Students for bringing honour to the State. The Grand Reception which was held at Rockview Hotel Owerri on Saturday, was witnessed by many students across Institutions of higher learning in the State, NANS leadership, traditional rulers,…
Read MorePolice Raid Kano Emir Palace, , Sacks Sanusi’s Guards
The Police have taken charge of the security of Kano Emir’s main palace previously guarded by local hunters after Lamido Sanusi was reinstated. These hunters, called ‘Yan Tauri’, had come from various parts of the state to secure the palace following rumours that federal authorities intended to move Aminu Ado-Bayero amid the ongoing emirship dispute. Ado-Bayero, who was recently removed from his position by the state government, is now under the protection of federal security agents at the Nasarawa mini palace. According to Premium Times, security agents took control of…
Read MoreFarewell-Ugoeze Madumere: Ex-Imo Dep Gov’s Mother- Marlinda For Burial, Friday, Jun 28.
…Service of songs holds today. ..Outing service, Sun 30 All roads will lead to Achi Mbieri Autonomous community in the Mbaitoli Local Government Area as the Matriarch of Madumere dynasty, Ugoeze Marlinda Chikanele Madumere (Nee Etumadu), the mother of a former Deputy Governor of Imo State, Prince Eze Madumere will be laid to rest in her husband’s compound. A release from the Madumere Royal family indicates that a Service of Songs would be held in her honour at the Palace of His Royal Highness, Eze Henry Madumere at Achi-Mbieri, Mbaitoli…
Read MoreStop Your Blame Games, Uwadi Tells Eugene Dibiagwu
Ohaji/Egbema born ace writer and politician Comrade Kenneth Uwadi has advised the Member representing Ohaji-Egbema-Oguta-Oru West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Engr. Eugene Dibiagwu to stop the blame game and face his responsibilities as a representative of his people, adding that his blame game has become worrisome. Uwadi wrote in his piece, titled, “Eugene Dibiagwu And His Blame Game”, “There is no doubt that the member representing Ohaji/Egbema/Oguta/Oru West Federal constituency at the National Assembly, Hon Eugene Dibiagwu performed poorly in his one year in office. His performance…
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