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Lawrence Nwimo, Awka Police Operatives in Anambra State have arrested two suspects, Chidiebere Igboanugo and Emmanuel Ibeabuchi, in connection with the murder of 80-year-old Mrs. Theresa Igbojonu in Ihiala. The suspects, both from Umunwaji Ogboro, Ihiala, allegedly tied the victim’s legs and mouth before killing her and stealing her black CG motorcycle. Spokesperson of Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed in a statement that the arrests were made by the Ihiala Divisional Police Station. “Investigation of the incident has been ongoing since the receipt of the complaint on 2nd April 2025 by 11.30 pm. A Joint Security Team…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has officially renamed the road leading to the Chinua Achebe International Airport, Umueri, after his immediate predecessor, Chief Willie Obiano. Ikengaonline learned that the governor’s action was in recognition Obiano’s contributions to the state’s development. The road, now christened Willie Obiano Boulevard, was unveiled during a commissioning ceremony attended by dignitaries across the state. Governor Soludo described the event as a symbolic gesture of unity, continuity, and gratitude, honouring Obiano’s legacy, particularly his role in initiating the airport project and constructing the International Convention Centre in Awka. “This is more than…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Contrary to speculations, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has debunked social media reports that its Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has been relieved of his appointment by President Bola Tinubu. INEC dismissed the trending reports as fake, and urged members of the public to disregard it. The report which INEC described as false, had claimed that Mahmood was sacked and replaced with one Prof. Olamilekan. According to Mr Rotimi Oyekanmi, the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC boss, there is no iota of truth in the viral report. Similarly, the Senior Special Adviser to the President on…
Ugo Nosiri, Owerri The Imo State House of Assembly, has raised an alarm over the growing threat of climate change which is contributing to flooding and extreme weather conditions in the state. They, therefore, called on residents to clean their environments and prevent the obstruction of waterways and canals, particularly in flood-prone areas. A motion, sponsored by Kingsley Ozurumba, the representative of Isu constituency, and co-sponsored by 15 other legislators, emphasized the need for collaboration between the state government, environmental agencies, and the public to avoid the menace. Ozurumba, while presenting the motion, underscored that Imo State, like many parts…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The proposed Take-It-Back nation-wide protest scheduled for Monday, April 7, recorded zero compliance in Umuahia, Abia State, as residents went about their normal businesses. The streets were busy and businesses opened for normal operations. There were no disruptions no processions by any individuals or group. Meanwhile, the protest spearheaded by the Take-It-Back Movement and other civil society organisations, held in Lagos, and Abuja, whereprotesters were reportedly dispersed by the police with tear-gas. Part of the grievances of the organisers include the alleged misuse of the Cybercrime Act, the worsening economic hardship in the country, as well as…
Agency Report The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi and Gov. Alex Otti of Abia have fixed the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting for April 9 in Abuja. Spokesman of Peter Obi Media Reach, Mr Ibrahim Umar, made this known in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Umar said that the meeting would be closely followed by an interactive session with major stakeholders and other organs of the party. The stakeholders expected at the meeting, according to him, include: Obi’s running mate in the 2023 election, Datti Baba-Ahmed, serving and former senators as well as all the…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka As the countdown to the November 8 governorship election begins, Non-indigenes in Anambra State have advocated for a peaceful coexistence of political supporters in the state. In a statement signed by its leadership, the non-indigenes under the Association of Non-Indigenes in Anambra State (ANIAS) warned against inflammatory rhetoric, electoral violence, and divisive politics. The statement which was jointly signed by the president of the association, Prince Chigozie Nweke, Associate Woman leader Mrs. Victoria Bata Okafor, and the youth leader, Comrade Godwin Otu, urged political stakeholders and their followers to respect each other’s ideologies as the state heads…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu Technology Entrepreneur and Investor, Mr Collins Onuegbu, has urged Igbos to embrace technology and innovation to transform the South-East. Onuegbu, made the call at the weekend during the April 2025 Special Edition of “Nkàtá Ụ́mụ̀ Íbè-the Distinguished Speakers’ Series,” organised by the Centre for Memories, Enugu. Nkàtá Ụ́mụ̀ Íbè” is a monthly speaker series organised by the Centre For Memories – Ncheta Ndigbo. The series aims to bring together thought leaders and change-makers to discuss and share insights on important issues. The event was held in honour of the late advocate of human rights, justice and development,…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Governor Alex Otti, has received a progress report on the proposed establishment of a Multi-Million Dollar Dairy Farm in Abia State by a delegation of the Blue Ribbon Company led by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sir Idris Wabara, promoters of the project. Recall that sometime last year, Blue Ribbon came to Abia State Government with a proposal to build a mega Dairy farm in Abia. Governor Otti gave approval in principle and assured them that the State Government would give them all the support it could to enable them set up in Abia. Speaking after receiving…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu The President of South-East Chambers of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture (SECCIMA), Mr Humphrey Ngonadi, has said that the Igbo entrepreneurs play crucial roles in the economic development of Nigeria. Ngonadi said this at the weekend during the public presentation of a Compendium of 100 Outstanding Entrepreneurs and CEOs from the South-East, Nigeria, held in Enugu. The event was organised and hosted by SECCIMA, in conjunction with the Maduka University Business School (MUBS). “Today, daughters of Igboland whose entrepreneural activities, inventions and exploits in the business world, have resulted in economic development, employment and GDP growth in…