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Mbah advocates better remuneration for lawyers Ben Ezechime, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has advocated a change of law curriculum as well as improved remunerations for lawyers to challenge the present realities in the legal profession. Mbah made the assertion on Monday when he received a delegation of the Council of Legal Education, Nigerian Law School at the government house, Enugu. Our government house correspondent Fred Nnaji reports that the delegation was led by the chairman, Chief Emeka Ngige. Commending the delegation for their efforts in shaping the students to be able to compete with their counterparts across…

Abia records 1 case of monkey pox, sets up treatment centre at ABSUTH Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia One case of monkey pox disease has been confirmed ii Abia State. Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, who disclosed this during a press briefings, Monday in Umuahia, said the confirmed case occured at Isiala Ngwa. The Commissioner who said about 13 cases of the viral disease were recorded in the state, disclosed that nine tested negative while two were awaiting classification. He, however, said that there was no record of death yet. The Commissioner who said the Government was making spirited efforts to…

By Cheta Nwanze The protests at the start of this month reached intense levels, particularly in the northern regions of Nigeria, with various reports implying that up to 30 lives were lost, with the North bearing the brunt of the violence. In some instances, the demonstrations took on a destructive tone, with protesters targeting the homes and properties of political figures. In Zamfara, crowds converged on the residence of the former governor, Bello Matawalle, attempting to breach the property in a display of public outrage. The home of a prominent Senator in the region did not escape unscathed, with…

Group advocates separate funding of TB intervention in Anambra Lawrence Nwimo, Awka A coalition of Civil Society Networks on AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria in Anambra state has called for a separate funding of tuberculosis (TB) intervention programmes in the state. The State Advocacy Team (SAT) of the group made the call in Awka during a meeting with Dr Ugochukwu Chukwulobelu, the Manager of Anambra State Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer Control. They said that “TB is a major public health concern in Anambra and that dedicated financial resources are needed to effectively combat the disease.” They pushed for the state…

Food prices crash in Yobe, Borno, Adamawa Agency Report Prices of perishable items have recorded a fall in some major towns in Yobe, Borno and Adamawa states, the News Agency of Nigeria reports. NAN check at Perishable Items Market, Damaturu in Yobe, revealed that the prices have dropped by about 50 per cent. A big basket of tomatoes sold at N120,000 between April and May now costs N40,000, while a small basket previously sold at N75,000 is now going for N18,000. A bag of pepper sold at N170,000 in the same period now costs N82,000, while a bag of pepper…

IWA condemns marginalisation, militarisation of S’East region Ben Ezechime, Enugu Igbo Women Assembly (IWA), a socio-cultural group has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to stop political marginalisation and militarisation of the South-East geo political zone of the country.. The group comprising women from different parts of Igbo land also appealed to President Bola Tinubu to release all political detainees including the Leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and Chief Frederick Nwajiuba The National President of IWA, Lolo Nneka Chimezie, made the appeal in Enugu during a press conference on “The State of South-East, Ndi…

Chekwas Okorie’s return to APGA, boost to party’s electoral chances – Youth leader Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The National Youth Leader of the All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA, Chuks Nwoga, has said that the return of one of the founding fathers of the party, Chief Chekwas Okorie, to its fold, would boost its electoral chances in 2027. This is as Chief Benon Onuoha Egbe, has blamed APGA’s abysmal performance in the 2023 general elections on fielding of wrong candidates by the party. The duo who spoke during a visit by the National Working Committee of the party to Abia State, predicted…

Ohanaeze commends Obasanjo, Afenifere, others over stance against #IgboMustGo campaign Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has commended former President Olusegun Obasanjo, over his stance against the genocidal threat against Ndigbo living in Lagos and other parts of South West region. Obasanjo, had in a press release, admonished that ‘those saying that the Igbo must go from Lagos will be the ones to leave”. The former President added that he did not believe that anybody in Nigeria should be driven away from any part of the country, asserting that, we own this country together”. Ohanaeze…

Foundation advocates use of multi-sporting activities to reduce stress Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Chairman, Rangers International Football Club Foundation, Coach Ebere Amaraizu, has advocated the use of multi-sporting activities and engagements to reduce stress and worries that usual occupy the human mind. Amaraizu made the advocacy while giving a presentation on “Coping with Life Challenges as Teeenagers” during an interface with children and young persons at the ongoing Catch-Them-Young Holiday Table Tennis Clinic at the Indoor Hall of Enugu State Sports Council, The two week-long event is being organised by Enugu State Table Tennis Association in partnership with state’s Ministry…

Rotary club of Awka installs new president Lawrence Nwimo, Awka The Rotary Club of Awka, GRA District has installed Rotarian Martin Nzeocha as its new President. Rotarian Nzeocha became the club’s 23rd President, taking over the baton of leadership from Rtn. Ugo Benitez Ibeanu, who served out his 2023/ 2024 tenure as the 22nd President of the club. The installation ceremony which was held in Awka, Anambra State capital, attracted eminent personalities and friends from diverse fields, who trooped in to show love and support to the new leadership. In his inaugural speech, Nzeocha said the new Rotary year is…