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…As British envoy mourns Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The leadership of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has visited the family of its late President General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. This is as the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has mourned the exit of the late Ohanaeze PG. Ohanaeze delegation to Iwuanyanwu’s family was led by the body’s Secretary General, Ambassador Okey Emuchay. Emuchay, according to a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Dr Alex Ogbonnia, described the death of the Igbo leader as “a blow to the Igbo nation and a death too many.” He stated that the…
Ugo Nosiri, Owerri Residents of Egbu community in Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo State are counting their losses after the state government commenced the demolition of shanties and business outlets in other to expand the Owerri-Umuahia Road. Residents and owners of the demolished structures have,however, expressed mixed feelings over the exercise. A resident of the community Mr. Frank Egere, is of the opinion that the road ought to be expanded. Mr. Egere maintained that for such a major road to be expanded, sacrifices must be made for development to come to our doorstep. Thus, shanties obstructing the expansion have to be demolished. However,…
By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu Democracy has become a game of blackmail in Nigeria. It is only in Nigeria that some characters are making the mad magic of believing that there can ever be democracy without the presence of democrats. It does appear that the Nigerian politicians and their toadies are quite desperate to eviscerate the normal rule of law that ought to be the hallmark of a true democracy. Nobody, no matter how highly placed, should be allowed the impunity of suborning the due process. The current issue of the ruling party running totalitarianism in the name of democracy…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Enugu State Government says it is ready to move against properties, whether private residences or business premises, used for kidnap purposes, in any part of the state. The Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, revealed this in Enugu . He said the step was in continuation of the determined effort of the Governor Peter Mbah-led administration to rid the state of all forms of crimes and criminality. The Enugu State House of Assembly had in November 2016 amended the Criminal Code Law of Enugu State, which was subsequently signed into Law by the former governor, Hon.…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has given the Nigerian Government, 21 days to resolve all outstanding issues raised by the union or its members would down tool. ASUU National President, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, who gave the ultimatum Wednesday during a press conference at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike, accused Government of crippling the education sector. He identified some of the lingering issues to include: review and signing of the renegotiated 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement; impactful funding, including emergency revitalisation fund of public universities; and payment of outstanding earned academic allowances. Others include immediate release…
Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki The Member Representing Afikpo North East State Constituency in the Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Hon Ukie Ezeali and the State Commissioner for Power, Chief Peter Oge Ali, yesterday exchanged words over the N208 Million released by the State Governor, Hon Francis Nwifuru, for the restoration of light in Afikpo town that has been in darkness in the last 10 years. Briefing journalist on the controversy surrounding the project execution, Hon Ezeali alleged that the fund released for the project was mismanaged by the Ministry. He claimed that a report from the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company alleged that the job executed…
Lawrence Nwimo, Awka Harford Oseke, a former Deputy Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, has reportedly died, aged 64. The deceased tragically passed away after collapsing during his exercise routine at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka on Monday. Oseke represented Awka South II Constituency during which he became the Deputy Speaker of the 6th Anambra State House of Assembly. In statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Emma Madu, the Speaker described Oseke’s death as a rude shock and devastating to the Legislative Institution in general and Anambra State House of Assembly in particular. He noted that the…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has said that his administration was determined to tackle the numerous challenges and issues to boost the living standards of the citizens through steady power supply. He said this would be made possible through creating the enabling environment for business development, job creation and economic growth. Mbah said this at the Nike Lake Resort Hotel, Enugu, when he declared open the maiden stakeholder engagement and consultation, organised by the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission, EERC. The governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, described the EEDC…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has charged Enugu State Ministry of Transport (MOT) enforcement agents to respect the rights of citizens while carrying out their enforcement duties. The state Chairman of NYCN, Comrade Barth Okoh, gave the charge in Enugu while speaking with newsmen on activities of the ministry’s task enforcement officials. Okoh noted that as the ministry’s task enforcement officials carry out their duties, they should remember the human impact of their actions especially actions that have direct impact on the people’s daily economy and life. According to him, Enugu State citizens were not…
Phil Foden wins 2023/24 PFA player of the Year award Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Manchester City star player, Phil Foden, has won the 2023/24 PFA Young Player of the Year award. This was in recognition of his impressive performances and potential over the past season. An announcement on the Professional Footballers Association X account, #PFA on Tuesday, revealed this. Manchester City celebrated a PFA Player of the Year double on Tuesday night with Foden and Bunny Shaw claiming the men’s and women’s awards for the 2023-24 season. Foden, 24, impressed with 19 goals and eight assists, playing a pivotal role in…