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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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The Imo State Police Command recently held a crucial security meeting with key stakeholders from Oguta Local Government Area to address growing safety concerns in the region. The gathering, which took place at the Oguta Council Headquarters, was primarily focused on tackling the reported security threats allegedly linked to the activities of Fulani herdsmen in the area. The meeting brought together several notable figures, including the Chairman of Oguta LGA, Ifeanyi Nnani, the Member representing Oguta in the Imo State House of Assembly, Gilbert Nwosu, traditional rulers from various communities,…

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…Canvasses for patronages of indigenous goods. From Everest Ezihe, Aba Considering his immense contributions in upliftment of businesses in Nigeria and beyond, couple with the dare need of the Association of Nigerian Exporters, ANE to repositioned her socioeconomic activities, especially in South East region of Nigeria, Prof. Vitalis Orikeze Ajumbe of Beaton Investments Limited, Owerri has been decorated as the Association’s Coordinator of the region. The well attended event which happened on Tuesday at the mini conference hall of Abia Hotels LTD, Aba during the inauguration of the Abia State…

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Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Attahiru Jega, has called for a review of Nigeria’s electoral laws to mandate the electronic transmission of results, describing it as a critical step towards improving transparency and accountability in the country’s electoral process. Jega made the call on Thursday, June 12, while speaking atThe Platform, a civic engagement programme organised by The Covenant Nation to commemorate Nigeria’s Democracy Day. The event, held in the Iganmu area of Lagos, was attended by several prominent Nigerians, including former ministers, governors, and…

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the prestigious national honour of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka. The announcement was made during the president’s Democracy Day address to a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday in Abuja. Professor Soyinka is a renowned playwright, poet, and human rights advocate.  

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Say:  We’ve Suffered Untold Marginalization  A large crowd of the people of Obiangwu/Ezemba Ward 10 in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area of Imo State, met recently and unanimously resolved that they would support any and every indigene of the ward contesting any elective position in the steadily approaching 2027, across party lines. After extensive deliberations, the people of Obiangwu/Ezemba Ward 10  from different political parties, came to a resounding conclusion that, the ward has suffered untold marginalization in terms of elective positions, as none of their sons or daughters has…

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Reuben Abati and Rufai Oseni, anchors at Arise TV, have recently come under intense scrutiny following critical remarks and controversies. Notably, Lere Olayinka, an aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, publicly criticized Abati for seemingly acting as spokesperson for former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi during a television appearance. This sparked further calls from some quarters demanding that Arise TV replace Abati, citing his past involvement in a case with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as a major concern. In response to these calls, Umar Sani, spokesperson for…

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On behalf of myself and my family, I, High Chief Nze Ebere F. Obioha( Okaa Oburuzo 1 of Owerre Nkwoji Ancient Kingdom,Nkwerre LGA,Imo State) hereby extend my heartfelt  congratulations to Hon. Ugochukwu Nzekwe on your well-deserved emergence as the President General of Orluzurumee,  our highly esteemed socio-cultural organization. Your dedication to the progress and unity of Orlu Zone is truly commendable. We are confident that your leadership will usher in a new era of growth, inclusiveness and cultural pride for our people. As I continue my endeavours here in Germany,…

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