Peter Obi, former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has strongly criticised the alarming outcomes of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), describing them as a glaring reflection of Nigeria’s deteriorating education system. In a statement shared on his verified social media handle, Obi expressed concern that only about 420,000 of the 1,955,069 candidates who sat for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exam scored above 200. This implies that over 78% of the candidates failed to meet the benchmark, a situation Obi described as…
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Imo Governorship : As 2027 Poll Looms , Nwachukwu, Others Renew Call For Owerri,Okigwe Zones To Parley ,Work Together To Stave Off Orlu Zone.
…Insist: It remains the only way forward. Prominent political analyst and commentator, Chief Mike Nwachukwu, Mpi Dike Egbelu Obube, has called for strategic collaboration between Owerri and Okigwe Zones as the only panacea to stave off the rampaging Orlu Zone as the 2027 governorship election in Imo State looms. He also described the social media war between the two zones as a window of opportunity for Orlu Zone to grab power again. Nwachukwu who made a passionate appeal during a recent appearance on the Television program – Issues Without Sentiments,…
Read MoreGovernment, Security Must Protect Farmers From Killer Herdsmen.
The unfortunate menace of armed, killer herdsmen no doubt, impedes on the practice of agriculture in Nigeria. This year’s farming season is taking off as the rainy season gradually sets in. One serious challenge facing farmers in Imo State presently, as well as in other parts of the country, is the menace of killer herdsmen and kidnappers who hide in the forests to carry out their despicable activities. Reports of nefarious activities of herdsmen and kidnappers terrorising innocent imolites especially, farmers are rife. Across Imo – Owerri West LGA to…
Read MoreIf North Could Join Hands To Harass GEJ A Southerner Out, South Will Team Up With Tinubu—Dr Saltlove
Dr. Rexkennedy Saltlove, a well-known human rights activist and public affairs commentator, has shared his views on key national issues, during an interview with THE SUN. Dr. Saltlove is the president and executive director of the Citizens Rights and Empowerment Advocacy Initiative (CREMA Initiative). In a recent conversation, he discussed the future of Nigerian politics, especially as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. He warned that the elections might be strongly influenced by religious and regional tensions. According to him, the current Muslim-Muslim ticket under President Bola Tinubu’s…
Read MoreEx Imo Speaker,Kk Nwagwu Joins 2027 Guber Race,Lines Out Plans
As a gubernatorial aspirant, I firmly believe that Imo State’s greatest mistake in 2027 would be to overlook my leadership. My administration’s cornerstone will be discouraging urban migration by creating opportunities and infrastructure in rural areas. *PROXIMITY TO THE CAPITAL* No part of Imo State will take more than 30 minutes to access the state capital, Owerri, by car. This underscores the strategic location of our capital city. *ADDRESSING CHALLENGES* As Governor, I’ll tackle insecurity, promote industrialization, enhance education, science, and technology, improve healthcare, agriculture, protect human rights, develop tourism,…
Read MoreImo APGA 24 Supporters State Leadership, Urges Progressives To Join Party
…Iwuala: party must stable for 2027 polls The Imo State chapter of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, has called for the immediate release of High Chief Albert Uchenna Ahanonu, the party’s candidate for the Owerri North chairmanship. Ahanonu was arrested on September 22, 2024, just a day after a disputed election that was marred by missing result sheets, which ultimately led to the declaration of APC candidates as winners across the state. APGA officials alleged that Ahanonu’s arrest is politically motivated, intended to prevent him from filing a petition…
Read MoreBayelsa gov sack 27 Aide for Attending Pro – Wike/ Tinubu Rally
Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has warned his appointees to desist from engaging in political activities ahead of the yet-to-be-released 2027 election guidelines by the Independent National Electoral Commission. Diri, who gave the warning on Wednesday at the 162nd meeting of the state executive council in Yenagoa, stressed that any of his appointees found engaging in political activities at this time would be sacked. He wondered why some persons decided to heat up the polity when it was not yet time for politicking, noting that although everyone had the right…
Read MoreUMUAKALIUKWU COMMUNITY Affirms Support For Eugene IHENACHO, Salutes Uzodinma
… Flays attack on Herbert Chikwe We write to set the record straight regarding the misleading and politically motivated petition circulated by certain individuals who continue to attempt to undermine the peace, legality, and unity of Umuakaliukwu Autonomous Community in Emekuku. **1. SELECTIVE AMNESIA AND CONTRADICTIONS** It is disheartening to see some of the same individuals—namely *Chief Emeka Ihenacho*, *Ambrose Ejiogu*, and their associates—who dragged Late *Eze C.C. Njoku (JP)* to court over the distortion of the 2000 Constitution, now turning around to position themselves as guardians of that…
Read MoreEZinihitte Chairman Nwachukwu ,Host People With Disability Imo State Chapter
By Nkechi Ojukwu Hon. Ambrose Chinedum Nwachukwu, Executive Chairman of Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA, received recently in his office at the Council Headquarters the leadership of Persons Living with Disability (PWDs) Imo State Chapter. The familiarity gathering highlights his commitment to inclusivity and support for people with disabilities. Speaking on behalf of the Special Citizens Barr. Ekwelem Chidubem Uzodimma, President of the Association advocate for Inclusion and integration of PWDs in community activities, engaging with community groups and responding to their needs. The PWDs expressed gratitude for Hon. Nwachukwu’s kindness, generosity,…
Read MoreWhy I was removed as Lagos Governor-Ambode
1) I constructed 22 roads in Alimosho and refused to award any of the contracts to Aregbesola and co. 2) I insisted that contracts that had been awarded to party leaders under Fashola must be executed before they can be awarded new contracts under my regime. 3) I wanted to phase out Danfos and Area boys from the streets of Lagos and introduce smarter means of transportation without Area boys and Agberos. 4) I refused to pad the budget with 10% for the house of assembly members led by Bayo…
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