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In a major political development, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has granted automatic return tickets to all its current members in the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. The announcement was made by the APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who confirmed that the decision has the full support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking to reporters in Abuja, Ganduje said the move is aimed at strengthening party unity, rewarding loyalty, and maintaining legislative experience within the party’s ranks. *_“This decision has the backing of the President…

Penultimate Thursday,May 29, the premises of Owerri North Local Government Council Headquarters was a beehive of activities as the good people of Obube Autonomous Community emptied into the Council Arena ,in escatsy and jubilation to formally present their illustrious son, American trained Administrator, the Crown Prince and first son of His Royal Highness, Eze Dr Andrew Onukogu , the immediate past Traditional Ruler of the Community, Crown Prince Kemakolam U Onukogu as their Eze -Elect .The Crown Prince  by virtue of the existing Ezeship succession tradition of the Community,has been…

… Obidiaso: It’s Moment Of Peace, Love, By Williams Odunze  In keeping with the tradition of their forefathers, the people of Umuekwe Mgbidi, Oru West LGA of Imo State, came out in their numbers to observe Owu Festival, an ancient annual ritual in reverence of their ancestors. Giving historical background of the festival, Chief celebrant, Nze Osuji Akurueulo Obidiaso Ugochukwu who holds the title Agunaegbueghu 1 of Umuekwe Mgbidi ancient kingdom said that Owu Festival is an annual ritual that signifies peace, love and togetherness as well as a moment…

 …Charge LG Chairmen on  quality service delivery By Onyinyechi Nwankwo Pleased with the humane-approach of governance of Governor Hope Uzodinma, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Rubby Emele, has immensely appreciated the Governor for smoothing the ground that will enable citizens to easily access Health Insurance Scheme. The Commissioner, during a media chat in Owerri on Tuesday, thanked God Almighty for blessing Imo State with a good Governor who she said has been showing commitment in the welfare of the people especially in this period of global…

By Onyinyechi Nwankwo  Imo State Government has taken a position over the acquisition and allocation of lands to Zion Ministry in Mbaisii communities in Ngor-Okpala Local Government Area of the  State. The Commissioner for Lands, Survey and Physical Planning, Barr. Enyinna Onuegbu, who addressed journalists in his office,  Tuesday, in Owerri, explained that the said land was duly allocated to Zion Ministry by the Imo State Government in 2018, informing that the land belonged to the government prior to the allocation, having been legally acquired. Onuegbu who strongly condemned the…

A Fu’lani bandit terr’orist leader, Begs for His Mother’s Forgi’veness After Years of Terr’or. Ka ji shege “Before you ki’ll me, please let me call my mother and beg her to forgive me…” Those were the last shameful words of a Fu’lani bandit terrorist kingpin—known in the underworld as “Kachalla Sarkin Baka”—after he was captured by brave vigilante fighters in collaboration with the Nigerian Army. This same man had spent years slaughtering innocent villagers, extorting money, and spreading fear across Northern Nigeria. This monster led a gang of over 30…

…Challenges Him to Travel from Abuja to Lagos by Road Without Escorts Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Jibrin Samuel Okutepa, has expressed outrage over recent comments by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, describing them as a gross misrepresentation of the suffering endured by ordinary Nigerians under the current administration. In a strongly worded statement on Tuesday, Okutepa reacted to a video showing Senator Akpabio singing praises of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at a public event. In the clip, Akpabio is seen leading a song claiming that “things are getting better” under President…

Calvary Greetings To our International President and National Executive Members of the Ecumenical World Council of Bishops and Ministers, I am writing to tender my resignation as the National Secretary, effective June 3, 2025. This decision has not been taken lightly, and I feel compelled to share the reasons that have led me to this point. Background: I joined this noble Christian body last year, drawn by its vision and the potential for meaningful relationships and spiritual growth. I was convinced by the ideals presented to me and was eager…

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has commissioned the Bruce Mayrock Memorial, a symbolic tribute to the young American student who gave his life protesting the global silence during the Nigerian civil war.The memorial, which now stands on Nigerian soil, honours Mayrock, a Columbia University student who set himself ablaze in front of the United Nations headquarters in 1969 to draw global attention to the humanitarian crisis during the war.Mayrock reportedly died the following day from his injuries. Prior to the act, it was reported that the…