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Ben Ezechime, Enugu A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), the South Saharan Social Development Organisation (SSDO) through the Guardian Initiative has enlightened women in three communities in South-East on causes and effects of Gender Based Violence (GBV). The NGO carried out the enlightenment within Omor community in Ayamelu council area in Anambra State as well as Ibutenze community in Udi council area and Awha Ndiagu community in Ezeagu council area both in Enugu State. Speaking at the Mothers’ Congress, popularly known as August Meeting, in Awha Ndiagu community on Monday , SSDO Gender and Protection Programme Lead, Mrs Blessing Uchendu, said that…

Lawrence Nwimo, Awka Former Anambra State Commissioner for Finance, Mr Ifeatu Onejeme, has debunked viral reports that he resigned his post because of a disagreement with Governor Chukwuma Soludo. Governor Soludo had formally received Mr Onejeme ‘s resignation letter on Thursday, September 14, 2023 with lofty remarks and robust commendation for the Commissioner’s contributions to his administration. However, despite the cordial disengagement, reports had it that the ex-Commissioner had discords with the Anambra State Governor, hence his resignation. Clearing the air over the insinuations, Mr Onejeme revealed that when he was first appointed by former Governor Willie Obiano, he had…

Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Abia State Government has given reasons for the delays in the commencement of the six-lane road project in Umuahia the state capital. Commissioner for Works, Otumchere Oti, who made the explanations during a press briefing after the State Executive Council meeting in Umuahia said the delay was as a result of the necessary processes that were involved. He said that “work cannot commence without payment of compensation and demolition of structures.” Meanwhile, the State Government has said that all was set for the inauguration of its computerised vehicle centre. Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu who disclosed…

Ugo Nosiri, Owerri The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja, has dismissed the suit filed against the Deputy Speaker, Imo State House of Assembly, Hon Amara Iwuanyanwu. In case no ABJ/FP/SHA/18/2023, Justice N.Shuaibu, affirmed the position of the Election Petition Tribunal judgment, which ruled that Rt. Hon Iwuanyanwu won the State Assembly election for Nwangele State Constituency. Meanwhile, the Imo State Elections Petitions Tribunal sitting in Nasarawa State, on Friday, September 15, 2023, dismissed Barrister Uche Onyeagocha’s petition filed before it against incumbent Senator Ezenwa Onyewuchi. Senator Onyewuchi of the Labour Party was declared winner of the February 25, Owerri…

Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Troops from  the 14 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Ohafia, on Monday raided a forest in Abia occupied by members of Biafra National Guard, and killed three of them. The Army in a statement, said the forest is located between Ohafia and Arochukwu. According to the statement made public by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Innocent Omale, weapons including AK-47 and locally-made rocket launcher were recovered during the raid. It also said a vehicle where the rocket launcher was mounted was equally recovered by the troops. The statement read: “Troops of the Nigerian Army…

Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Police Command in Enugu State says it has neutralised three members of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN) for allegedly attempting to enforce the illegal sit-at-home order in the state. DSP Daniel Ndukwe, PRO of the Command, in a statement said the suspects were “neutralised” at Ezioha Mgbowo community in Awgu Local Government Area of the state during a gun battle on Monday. “At about 2.15 am today, September 18, 2023, a joint security team, comprising Police Operatives of the Enugu State Command, NPF Special Forces, and Troops of the 82…

 Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia In what appears to be a deft political manoeuvring, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, elder brother to Peter Obi’s running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, as Political Adviser to the Vice President,  Kashim Shettima, and the Spokesperson to the Northern Elders Forum, has promptly accepted the offer “to serve.” The senior Baba-Ahmed announced this Monday on his X (formerly Twitter) account. “It is time to make it public that I have accepted the call to serve as Special Adviser (Political) to the VP, @KShettim. “This is not the time for fence-sitting or criticism when…

Lawrence Nwimo, Awka There was tension in Isuaniocha, a community in Awka North Local Government Area, Anambra State, when some suspected hoodlums invaded the town and opened fire on police operatives who were on a peace keeping mission in the area. An eye witness narrated that the hoodlums, during the weekend, came with three tinted Hilux vehicles, One Lexus 330, three shuttle buses and a Toyota Corolla car at about four o’clock in the evening . The situation caused panic in the area as road users, motorists, shop owners and residents scampered for safety. Speaking with journalists on telephone, the…

By Owei Lakemfa President Bola Tinubu on September 2, 2023 recalled all Nigerian career and non-career ambassadors across the universe from their duty posts. His action, he said, is to transfuse his renewed hope agenda into foreign policy and ensure service delivery to all. He, however, made two exceptions: the country’s United Nations, UN, Permanent Representatives in New York and Geneva. Generally, foreign relations can be quite slippery, so an ambassador is the eyes and ears of his country. Therefore, his recall is a serious matter. But making two exceptions tells of the importance of both missions. Doubtlessly, the most…

By Nnamdi Elekwachi President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria will be joining other world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly 78th session, UNGA 78, where he will be contributing to global discourse while wooing foreign investors. It marks a watershed in his diplomatic outings, especially as he will be delivering his inaugural national statement before the Assembly’s High-Level General Debate, being a newcomer. It will enable him have bilateral talks with world leaders, including presidents of South Africa, Brazil, European Union Commission, and to further discuss with owners of businesses and global brands, energy experts, tech gurus and other…