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…
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EZinihitte 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…
Read MoreUwazuruike Blasts FG, Says Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention Amounts To Igbo Persecution
ONITSHA – Leader of the Biafra Independence Movement (BIM) and Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB), Chief Ralph Uwazuruike, has criticized the Federal Government over its continued detention of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, despite a Court of Appeal ruling ordering his release. In a strongly worded telephone interview, Uwazuruike described Kanu’s prolonged incarceration as a “shameless disregard” for judicial authority and a deliberate act of oppression against the Igbo people. He accused the Federal Government of pursuing…
Read MoreOkoroike’s Alleged Imposition Of PG, Youth Leader Sparks Violence In Ezihe Isiala Mbano Community, Says Ekpemandu
By Nkechi Ojukwu The former Community Laison Officer, CLO, of Ezihe autonomous community in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area, Elder Charles Chinedu Ekpemadu has alleged that the imposition of a new President General ,PG and youth leader in the community by the LGA chairman, Chika Okoroike, has sparked tension within the community. Ekpemadu who spoke to newsmen in his Ezihe country home recently, expressed concern that the situation may lead to further divisions and instability within Ezihe community. He equally expressed concerns about the alleged role of…
Read MoreTinubu Is Not A Man Who Leaves Anything To Chance, Election Result In 2027 Is Already Written- Dele Farotimi Revealed
In a recent interview with News Central, Renowned lawyer and justice advocate Dele Farotimi has made a bold claim about Nigeria’s political future, asserting that President Bola Tinubu has already predetermined the outcome of the 2027 general elections. In an exclusive interview with NC’s Kayode Akintemi, Farotimi stated, “Tinubu is not a man who leaves anything to chance. I warrant that the election result in 2027 is already written.” Farotimi, known for his outspoken criticism of Nigeria’s governance structures, elaborated on the country’s political transitions and power dynamics during the interview.…
Read MoreWhen Obi Was Gov You Were Still Serving Bourdillon Tea—Obidients Slams Sanwo-Olu Attack On Peter Obi
Supporters of Peter Obi, known as Obidients, have reacted to comments made by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as reported by PUNCH. The governor had criticised Obi for making negative statements about Nigeria during a recent visit to Johns Hopkins University in the United States. Sanwo-Olu said Obi’s comments were unpatriotic and unfair. He also said Obi had nothing to show for his time as governor of Anambra State. According to him, Obi made poverty worse during his tenure and had no right to attack President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies.…
Read MoreNo Space for Ruga: Umuapu Community Tells Imo Govt,We’ re farmers– Ex-Lawmaker
By Nwokoma Ndubueze The Umuapu Autonomous Community in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State has vowed to resist every temptation coming from the state government on their native lands, because they usually farm on their land as an Agrarian community. Addressing Ohaji/Egbema Practicing Journalists, yesterday, Chief Luke Chukwu at his country home, Umuapu, said that the people are not aware of what the state government is doing around their native lands, which they usually farm on. Chief Chukwu who was a former member of Imo State House of Assembly,…
Read MoreGrand Civic Reception: Amaifeke Honours Orlu Council Boss, Mbarie
By Onyinyechi Nwankwo In what was carnival-like celebration, the people of Amaifeke, in Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State, honoured and celebrated their finest LG Council Chairman and illustrious son, Hon. Christian Okechukwu Mbarie, in a grand civic reception. The reception organized by the 3 autonomous communities in Amaifeke, was held at Premier Primary School Field, Amaifeke, Orlu, on Saturday. In his remarks, chairman of the occasion, Prof. Fab Ukozor, commended indigenes of Amaifeke for recognizing their son, Christian Mbarie, who he identified as a rare gem, saying he…
Read MoreAnyanwu Donates Multi-Million Naira Property to Kinsmen, Offers N100m For Construction
…Sets up JAMB CBT center, scholarship. to over 50 Amaimo Indigene Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu has donated plots of lands for the construction of Computer Based Test Center for the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and a digital computer learning center to Amaimo Progressive Forum as part of contributions for the development of the community. Also, Anyanwu constructed a four bedroom bungalow, and offered monetary assistance for the construction of Amaimo Progressive Forum Secretariat and youths empowerment valued over N100 million respectively in a bid to create a modern…
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