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Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The Senate, Monday, confirmed the immediate past Governors of Ebonyi State, David Umahi; and his Rivers State counterpart, David Umahi, as Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Confirmed also was the immediate-past Deputy Whip of the House of Representatives who represented Isuikwuato-Umunneochi federal constituency at the 9th House of Representatives, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha. Other nominees cleared by the Senate were former Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo, SAN; Lateef Fagbemi, SAN; Hon. Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, among others . But the immediate-past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, was not confirmed as the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, said about…
Says Nkalagu cement to come on stream before Dec Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia President General of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has hinted of his numerous plans to make Igboland Africa’s major industrial hub and investment destination before his death. The Ohanaeze helmsman in an exclusive chat with Ikengaonline disclosed that plans were underway to build a befitting Sea Port and new cities in Igboland. Chief Iwuanyanwu who is currently in the United States where he had gone to woo investors for the development of Ala Igbo, expressed delight over the successes in…
By Osmund Agbo In the rich tapestry of Greek mythology, one resolute Titan shines with celestial brilliance—the formidable figure of Atlas. His name resonates through the ages, inseparable from the legendary Titanomachy—the epic ten-year war that shook the heavens, pitting the audacious Titans against the majestic Olympian gods, led by none other than Zeus himself. The Titans’ ambitious quest to supplant the Olympians and seize cosmic dominion ended in utter defeat, consigning them to Tartarus, an abyss of unfathomable depths beneath the underworld. Of all the Titans, Atlas stood as a central figure, a colossus of cosmic consequence. His pivotal role…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia England, Monday defeated the Super Falcons of Nigeria in the FIFA women world cup competition played in Sydney, Australia. The European Champions won by 4:2 in a penalty shootout after the full time and extra time ended goalless. Nigeria’s Michel Alozie and Desire Oparanozie missed their chances during the shootout. Although the Falcons dominated the match and even hit the post twice, they were, however, not able to score during the tough encounter. Several attempts by Michel Alozie, Oshola and others to send England packing were unsuccessful. Nigeria’s goal keeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie performed superlatively having saved some few attempts by…
Ugo Nosiri, Owerri President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, CBCN, Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to dissuade heads of state of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, from using military might to subdue the coup plotters in Niger Republic. Archbishop Ugorji made the appeal at Mary Mother of God Catholic Parish , Ngor Okpala LGA, Imo State, while speaking on the marching order given by ECOWAS heads of states to the Niger coup plotters which expired Sunay. The CBCN President noted that the Although ECOWAS heads of state are right in condemning…
By Hassan Gimba Nigeria is mobilising countries in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to fight the coup plotters of the Niger Republic to restore democracy. The regional body, led by Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has expressed its resolve to use all necessary measures to restore constitutional order in the country, including the use of force, if they do not meet its demands in a week. Backed to the hilt by America and France, ECOWAS leaders’ demand to Niger’s junta leaders is simple: release and reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum within a week. That deadline expired yesterday. But…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu The senator representing Enugu North Senatorial District, Sen. Okey Ezea, has expressed sadness over the fire incident that gutted Afor Opi Market in Opi, Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State. The inferno which was said to have been caused by a truck carrying inflammable products destroyed hundreds of shops and goods worth millions of Naira in the market. It was learned that the truck, while avoiding some bad spots on the road, unfortunately fell in front of the market and spilled its inflammable contents that thereafter ignited fire that wreaked the havoc. Senator Ezea regrettably noted…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka The National Coordinator, Association of People Living with Sickle Cell Disorder (APLSCD), Mrs Aisha Edward-Maduagwu has described the community of persons living with sickle cell disorder as the most neglected group in the society, particularly in Anambra State. Maduagwu was speaking to Ikengaonline on Saturday when she said that her group is the most discriminated among all groups living with ailments and other challenges in the state and Nigeria at large. Ikengaonline reports that the case of persons living with sickle cell disorder was brought to the fore during the birthday anniversary celebration of Maduagwu, who doubles as the Director of…
By Zainab Suleiman Okino The eight-year administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, was amongst others, characterised by indulgence and generosity to state governors in form of bailouts to their states. Variously called salary arrears bailout, bridge financing facility, budget support, recession and excess crude facility, the previous government, as at 2021 had doled out N1.7 trillion to states. However instead of the funds being utilised to improve lives and provide massive infrastructure, much of it is alleged to have found its way to the private accounts of state governors as it became another window for their profligacy and lavish lifestyle. The outcry…
By Oduche Azih What a terrible way to go. Meanwhile we so much love to express outrage while not lifting a finger to help. Nobody remembers or cares to know that there is a regulatory framework to plan against, prevent/avert such tragedies. I have written several times on the matter of regular explosions and fires in our NNPC/DPR regulated LPG filling plants springing up all over the country, (with many more to come), as we transition from kerosene, firewood and charcoal to our abundant Petroleum Gas resources that would otherwise be flared. Or would we care to revisit the building codes that…