The coast is now clear for ndigbo, especially Igbos of the old Oratta comprising Owerri west LGA, Owerri north LGA, Owerri municipal and Ngor Okpala, to commence the celebration of the new yam festival in their various communities as Ihiagwa clan in Owerri west LGA has celebrated the Odu Ukwu cultural festival which is the traditional ceremony designed to welcome the new yam in Igboland before other communities would start eating it. In his opening remarks, the Chairman of the 2025 Odu Ukwu celebration committee, Chief Priest Benji Osunkwo emphasized…
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APPEAL COURT OVERTURNS JUDGMENT AGAINST NWAOPARA ADOLPHUS
….Hails His Stewardship The Court of Appeal, in the Calabar Judicial Division, holding at Uyo, on 30th May, 2025, in the appeal NWAOPARA ADOLPHUS UCHE Vs THE STATE (Appeal No: CA/C/376C/2023) has overturned the judgement (Suit No: HEK/13C/2018) of Justice NSEMEKE DANIEL J. of Akwa-Ibom State High Court, which he delivered on 4th October 2023, against the appellant NWAOPARA ADOLPHUS UCHE, a Medical Doctor/Consultant Psychiatrist. The special panel headed by the President, Court of Appeal, Nigeria, Hon. Justice Monica Dongbam–Mensem PCA, with Hon. Justice Peter Oyinkenimiemi Affen JCA and Hon.…
Read More2027 General Elections: On Osita Opara’s Generally Acceptable Antecedents: The Clarion Call To Salvage Owerri Zone.
By Saviour Osuoha. As activities heralding the 2027 General Elections gradually takes the centre-stage of events in Imo state,there has been several calls by several Interest groups, asking the former Executive Chairman of Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo state,Hon. Osita Opara(Itoli of Mbaitoli) to take a swipe and run the Senatorial Election, with a view to salvage,or better still,deliver the people of Owerri zone from the shackles of misrepresentation with its associated elusive dividends of democracy witnessed overtime in Owerri Senatorial District (Imo East). In the light of…
Read MoreGrowing Hardship Can Fete Crime, Insecurity
There is a greater tendency for people to resort to crime when they are economically or financially insecure. A man who is not sure of what to eat the next morning, will likely become unsettled; and where the situation persists, could be tempted to do crime. This is why the persisting hardship in the country calls for serious concern. The reality at the moment is that the masses of Nigerians are struggling to eke out a living. An estimated population of over 200 million people cannot all be expected to…
Read More2027 Imo Governorship : Ihedioha, Most Prepared To Go For Owerri Zone, Says Mike Nwachukwu.
“He’s tested,, experienced, has capacity and reach “ The candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, for Owerri senatorial district during the 2023 general elections, Chief Mike Nwachukwu, has described ex-Governor,Rt Hon. Emeka Ihedioha as best prepared to run for the 2027 Imo State governorship election on behalf of Owerri Zone. “Ihedioha is Owerri Zone’s trump card and joker”,he posited. In a statement made available to the press recently, Chief Nwachukwu expressed delight that the persistent calls for synergy between Owerri and Okigwe zones ahead of the 2027 Imo gubernatorial…
Read MoreIdeato Massacre: Anyanwu Condemns Killings, Urges Youths To Shun Violence .
Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu has condemned in its entirety the ruthless and mindless killings of unarmed innocent people in Ndi-Ejezie Umualaoma and Umuakunwata Uno, Arondizugo villages in Ideato North local government area of Imo state. Anyanwu asserted that no individual has the right to take the life of another irrespective of any provocation, and advised the youths to shun violence. “Imo state has been in the news for bad in the last few years. It is worthy to inform the people that no political or business interest that worth the…
Read More2027: Isiala Mbano United Youths Flay Attack On Miriam By Okigwe Youth Mandate .
…Say, no one can stop her desire to return to House Of Reps . A group known as Isiala Mbano United Youths have come out staunchly in support of the Member representing Okigwe North Federal Constituency in the House Representatives Princess Miriam Onuoha (Nwanyi wu Ihie), in her bid to return to the House in 2027. The group has also condemned what they deemed unwarranted attack on Princess Miriam Onuoha by Okigwe Youth Mandate, trying to stop her from re-contesting to return to the House of Representatives in 2027. In a…
Read MoreUnited At Last: Nzekwe Reconciles Factions Of Orluzurumee As Maduike Collapses Faction .
…PG: It’s victory for Orlu nation in spirit of brotherhood. In a historic and unifying development, the remaining faction of Orluzurumee Worldwide has officially collapsed following a landmark reconciliation between the factional leader, Dr. Emmanuel Maduike, and the globally recognized leadership of the socio-cultural body, Rt. Hon. Ugochukwu Nzekwe. The turning point came during a solemn reconciliation meeting held in Owerri on July 23, where Dr. Maduike publicly renounced all parallel structures and pledged total loyalty and support to the Rt.Hon. Nzekwe leadership of Orluzurumee Worldwide. In an emotion-ladden address,…
Read MoreExcitement Erupts In Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA, As Chairman, Nwachukwu Inaugurates 86 PAs, SAs.
…Tasks Inaugurants On Ambassadorship, Cautions Against Negativity By Nkechi Ojukwu The inauguration of Personal Assistants and Senior Advisers by Hon. Ambrose Chinedum Nwachukwu,(Chi aka onye onye) the Executive Chairman of Ezinihitte Mbaise Local Government Council, has brought unbridled excitement to the benefactors and reflects his commitment to focusing on state and local growth, human capital development investing in people for stronger communities and prioritizing long-term progress. This initiative showcases his leadership approach, emphasizing effective governance and team building. Hon. Nwachukwu’s believes in embracing change; recognizing its importance for…
Read MoreFertilizer Distribution: Gombe Sets Up Committee To Oversee Transparent, Inclusiveness
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe state, has set-up a committee to oversee transparent and inclusiveness in the distribution of fertilizer for the 2025 farming season. The committee was to also ensure equitable distribution of fertilizer to farmers across the state. According to a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, the committee will be chaired by the Commissioner for Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperatives, while other members include key stakeholders drawn from various sectors of government, civil society, and security agencies. Other members of…
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