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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2027: Obiangwu/Ezemba Ward Vow Across Party Lines Support for Indigenes Contesting Elective Offices
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…
Read MoreUmar Sani Defends Abati, Rufai Over Call To Replace Them By Arise TV
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…
Read MoreObioha, Udenkwo Salute Nzekwe Over Emergency As Orluzurumee PG
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,…
Read MoreNDDC Solar Lights in Umuihugba Umuodu attracted by CDB Williams, boost business, reduce insecurity
Interestingly, Umuihugba Umuodu autonomous community in Owerri Municipal Local Government Area of Imo State is wearing a beautiful look with businesses and social activities being boosted and insecurity very much reduced. The feat is due to the Niger Delta Development Commission ,NDDC sponsored Solar street Lights that now illuminates the entire community which was attracted by a visionary, fair, astute politician and illustrious son of Umuihugba community, a Special Adviser to Imo state Governor on Urban Development, Hon. CDB Williams.. The NDDC Solar Lights which are 229 in number are …
Read MoreIhekweme Donates N.5m, Supports Imo NUJ Workstation
A former commissioner in Imo State, Dr Fabian Ihekweme has donated the sum of N500,000 to support the workstation project embarked upon by the Comrade Precious Nwadike-led Imo State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ. Recall that Dr Ihekweme has been in the forefront of the advocacy for transparency, accountability and good governance, which has also earned him applause from Nigerians and Imolites in particular. Imo NUJ recently launched its workstation project designed to facilitate and enhance the activities of media practitioners as well as journalism practice in the…
Read MoreSinger Mike Ejeagha: Tinubu, Enugu Gov Mourns Demide Of Music Iconic
President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and many fans of Mike Ejeagha, one of Nigeria’s greatest folklorists, songwriters, and musicians in the Igbo language, who passed on to eternity on Friday at 95. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday, President Tinubu noted that Mike Ejeagha used his music and distinctive storytelling style to preserve and project Igbo culture and customs, inspiring generations. “May the spirit and values of Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s music continue to remind us that music has the power…
Read MoreHerdsmen kill five in lmo community, take over farmlands
There is fear and tension in Imo State following the brazen attack on Agwa Community in Oguta Local Government Area, on Wednesday by suspected armed Fulani herdsmen. It was gathered that the herders who were armed with sophisticated arms forcefully took over farmlands and major roads in the area. A source disclosed that the herders, invaded the Oil-rich community, killing not less than five indigenes of the clan and wounded others. It was also gathered that about three persons were kidnapped by the hoodlums that same day, and the victims…
Read MoreAPC Grants Automatic Tickets To All National Assembly Members.
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…
Read MoreObube Community Ancient Kingdom Presents Eze-Elect, Crown Prince Kemakolam Onukogu To Owerri North LGA
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…
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