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Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki The people of Nkomoro, Ezza North Local Government Area of Ebonyi State have called on Governor Francis Nwifuru and the state Commissioner of Police, Augustina Ogbodo, to wade into the chieftaincy tussle in the area to prevent breakdown of law and other. The people also urged the ministry of local government and chieftaincy matters to allow them to freely choose who will be their king. The people staged a peaceful protest to different quarters in Abakaliki, capital of the state on Wednesday. They alleged that internal and external forces have concluded plans to impose a politician in…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Enugu State Government has assured the Nigerian Army of massive youths mobilisation to fill its quota in the ongoing nationwide Nigerian Army recruitment. Governor Peter Mbah gave the assurance in Enugu during a sensitisation parley on the ongoing recruitment between the Nigerian Army and traditional rulers, president-generals and youths in communities in Enugu State. Mbah, who was represented by the Commissioner for Information, Mr Aka Eze Aka, noted that the state government was using all available enlightenment means to ensure that the state fully utilises its quota in the current recruitment. He said that the government…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka An Oraifite-born clergyman, Pastor Cyril Okonkwo, has sought peace with businessman, Sir Emeka Offor, in their ongoing feud bordering on an alleged defamation of the latter by the cleric’s younger brother. The cleric said plans are on to consider out-of-court settlement option between Offor and his brother, a South African Activist, Boniface Okonkwo over alleged defamatory publication against the businessman. Boniface Okonkwo has been in detention since January 3, 2024, after being arrested following a complaint by Offor. Both complainant and defendant are from the same Oraifite community in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State. Okonkwo…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka Corps members deployed to Anambra State for their national service have been warned against meddling in local politics or challenging the traditional practices of their host communities. The State Coordinator of National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Mrs. Blessing Iruma, gave the charge on Tuesday at the closing ceremony of 2024 Batch ‘A’ Stream 2 orientation course at Nnamdi Azikiwe NYSC Unity Permanent Orientation Camp, Umuawulu/Mbaukwu, Awka South Local Government Area of the state. She urged them to appreciate their cultures and traditions as they quickly adapt and integrate themselves into the communities. She said, “As soon as…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka The United Nations has declared intention to build its Peace and Conflict Centre in Anambra State through her international body known as United Nations Peace and Positive Living Awareness Centre (UN-POPLAC). This was disclosed to Journalists by the Organisation’s International Coordinator, Most Rev. Dr. Ozioma Ozoemena during a courtesy visit to the Managing Director of Awka Capital Development Authority (ACTDA) in Awka. Dr. Ozoemena said that the peace centre which would be the first in the South-East will serve as an Alternative Disputes Resolution Center where people get judgment and disputes resolved. According to Dr. Ozioma,…
By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu If your family name is not Cole, and your address is not Victoria Island, it is very unconstitutional to marry from the upper crust! Yes, it runs counter to the Nigerian constitution to come from the wilds of the eastern bushes to take as your wife a babe named Cole from Victoria Island. This happens to be an unforgivable insult especially as the 15 Trillion Dollar Coastal Road that connects Lagos to the rustic creeks of the Niger Delta is yet to be built. What a grave insult to the members of the idle rich class…
Our Reporter, Abuja Lead actor and later Producer of the rave sitcom in the 80s in Nigeria, the New Masquerade, Chika Okpala popularly known as Zebrudaya Okorigwe Nwogbo alias 4:30, has expressed deep shock over news of the death of his on-screen wife, Mrs. Elizabeth ‘Ovularia’ Evoeme. Ikengaonline had reported the passing of the likeable actress at 81 on Sunday in Port Harcourt. Her death was confirmed by the family in a statement on Tuesday. The statement read: “Friends, fans, colleagues, the family of the legendary actress, Elizabeth Lizzy ‘Ovularia’ Evoeme, would like to notify the public, all those who loved…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Former United Nations Rapportuer on Trafficking of Persons and rights activist, Professor Joy Ezeilo, has strongly condemned the recent deportation of Osun State indigenes by the Lagos State Government. Professor Ezeilo said the action was morally reprehensible and illegal, adding that it is strange for a Nigerian to be deported from any part of the country. The professor of Public Law who took to her Facebook page, regretted that instead of assisting marginalised communities, Lagos State Government was busy adding to the pains of Nigerians. She wrote: “Deporting Nigerian citizens within the country’s borders is morally reprehensible…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia World Igbo Business Council, has called on the Federal Government, to as a matter of priority, establish an International University of local and foreign languages in Aba, the commercial capital of Abia State. Former National Publicity Secretary of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, and the Spokesman of the group, Mazi Chuks Ibegbu, stated this in a statement issued on Tuesday. The university, he argued, would encourage growth of local and foreign businesses in the commercial city in particular and Nigeria in general. According to the group, the study of foreign languages in the university “will greatly help our businessmen…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has approved the appointment of Dr. Justina Anyadiegwu as the new Provost of Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Christian Aburime, disclosed this in a statement made available to Ikengaonline, Tuesday. Following her appointment, Dr. Anyadiegwu succeeds Dr Ifeyinwa Osegbo and assumes leadership of the institution, founded 48 years ago. The new Provost brings to her new role a wealth of experience garnered over 18 years as a senior lecturer at Nwafor Orizu College of Education. Beyond her academic achievements, Dr. Anyadiegwu has also contributed significantly to…