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BREAKING: Massive Tension Looms as Gunmen Abduct High Court Judge Justice Ebitimi Gabriel Umokoro, a serving judge of Yenagoa High Court 7, was abducted by gunmen in Bayelsa State on Saturday evening, in what appears to be a targeted attack. According to The Sun, the incident occurred around 7:00 p.m. in front of Kilimanjaro Eatery, a popular restaurant located in the Ekeki area of Yenagoa, the state capital  

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…Tribute to Icon of Academic Unionism,  Community Leadership. The leadership and entire membership of ORLUZURUMEE extend warm congratulations to our revered elder, mentor and illustrious son, Comrade Professor Ukachukwu Awuzie, on the special recognition accorded him by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Imo State University (IMSU) Chapter. The event, a Special Congress convened in his honour, is a fitting tribute to a man whose contributions to academic unionism and higher education in Nigeria are legendary. Prof. Awuzie stands as a towering figure in the intellectual and advocacy space,…

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Wife of Elder Statesman, Chief Osita Nwaneri, Lolo Victoria Nwaneri and mother-in-law to Chief Barr Chris Okewulonu last Friday at  their Owerri residence celebrated her 75th birthday amidst jubilations and fun fair. The rich and well organized   birthday ceremony which was put together   by her husband, Children and in-laws in her honour was well attended by many prominent personalities from within and outside the State including the political class, business moguls, academia and members of the judiciary,respectively. Welcoming their guests,husband of the celebrant, Chief  Nwaneri  who was full of joy…

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…Extends Partnership To Imo Government  By Nwokoma Ndubueze One of the leading international advocates of free child education, Trisonet Metaverse community has extended its program  in partnership to the Imo State government for the continuity of the free basic education in the state. The Vice President of Trisonet Metaverse Community, Imo State chapter, Pastor Dominic Anosike, at weekend in a  Press briefing at Owerri said that they arrived Owerri to sensitize the state  on the  importance of its community program , which is being sponsored by the global resources. Pastor…

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On this special occasion of Father’s Day, I extend my heartfelt wishes to all the remarkable fathers across Imo State and Nigeria at large. Fatherhood is a divine calling—one that demands love, patience, wisdom, and unwavering responsibility. As a father myself, I understand the sacrifices and the deep sense of purpose that come with raising a family and guiding the next generation. To every father striving daily to provide, protect, and nurture their homes, I salute your strength and resilience. You are the pillars of your families and the silent…

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The Office of the Secretary to the Government of Imo State wishes to inform all candidates of Imo State origin who applied for the 89 Regular Recruit Intake into the Nigerian Army from 31st March to 17th May, 2025, that the State-level Screening Exercise will commence from Sunday, 8th June and end on Saturday, 21st June, 2025. Venue: 34 Artillery Brigade Barracks, Obinze Time: 6 am to 6 pm daily Note: All Imo candidates who applied for this 89 Regular Recruit Intake Exercise, both shortlisted and those whose names were…

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A recent report from Daily Post has shed light on the ongoing trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), at the Federal High Court in Abuja. During the proceedings, a Department of State Services (DSS) operative gave a troubling testimony against Kanu. The DSS officer revealed that in a radio broadcast dated April 25, 2021, Kanu made a provocative statement in reaction to the death of Eastern Security Network (ESN) commander, Ikonso, who was killed by security operatives in Awomama, Imo State, just a day…

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  …Warns: Illegal schools to regularise or face sanctions . The Commissioner for Education (Primary and Secondary) in Imo State, *Professor Bernard Thompson Onyemechechukwu* Ikegwuoha has made it clear that his ministry would henceforth ensure that all private schools  comply with government approved curriculum as well as use  recommended textbooks and observe public holidays so as to ensure uniform standards in the state school system. This is even as  Commissioner Ikegwuoha expressed deep appreciation to Governor Hope Uzodinma for finding him worthy to return  to the ministry as a commissioner…

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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has officially retired from the Board of Directors of the Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc. This move ends a two-decade tenure as Chairman of the board, as Dangote officially hands over the reins to his successor. Dangote Sugar Refinery announced this change in a statement signed by the Company Secretary, Temitope Hassan. The retirement takes effect on June 16, 2025. As a founding member and director of the board of Dangote Sugar Refinery, the industrialist has driven the company’s expansion, returned value to shareholders, and solidified…

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Chief Olabode George, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reinstate Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara amid Democracy Day celebrations. Fubara, who was suspended on March 18 amid ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State, recently paid a visit to President Tinubu in Lagos during the Sallah festivities. In an open letter released on Wednesday, Chief Olabode George tied his appeal to the symbolism of June 12 — the 32nd anniversary of the 1993 presidential election, won by the late…

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