The Mayor of Idemili South local government area, Hon. Mrs Amaka Obi(Iyom Ife-Abata), has called on residents in the state to embrace agriculture to help curb food insecurity in the country. She made this statement today during Agriculture Support Program of “Renewed Hope Initiative”, championed by Nigeria First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON. She…
Former Anambra governorship candidate, Valentine Ozigbo, has asserted that if Peter Obi chooses to contest the 2027 presidential election, it will not be under the Labour Party (LP). Ozigbo made this claim during an interview on Politics Today, a Channels Television program, on Thursday. He suggested that the former LP presidential candidate is unlikely…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka An early morning auto crash has claimed the lives of two transport workers in Awka, the capital city of Anambra State. It was gathered that incident occurred at about 6 AM on Friday at the Anambra Comfort Line loading bay along the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, killing two and injuring some others….
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The Agụnechemba security outfit in Anambra State (popularly known as Operation Udo Ga-Achi) has arrested three men for who specialize in vandalizing uncompleted buildings and stealing iron rod used for construction. The suspects were arrested at Nibo, Awka South Local Government Area of the state, following a tip-off on their activities….
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The 2024 Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Man of the Year in Anambra State, Chief Dr. Chinedu Umeadi, has commended journalists for their invaluable role in society while also sharing his views on key state, regional and national issues, including security, the newly created South East Development Commission (SEDC),…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has insisted that the Senate Ethics and Disciplinary Committee must conduct its probe of her case in a transparent manner, calling for a live broadcast of the proceedings. She argued that Nigerians have a right to witness the process firsthand. The lawmaker was referred to the committee after a…
The Federal Government has announced that the February salary for all Federal Government civil servants has been initiated. The spokesperson for the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa, shared this information with reporters during an interview on Thursday, February 27. He emphasized that the government has established the necessary disbursement protocols…
The Rivers State Government has issued a stern warning against the use of detergent and other harmful chemicals in the production of ‘fufu’ in the state. ‘Fufu’, just like rice is a staple in many Nigerian homes. It is made from fermented cassava and pounded into a smooth, stretchy dough to be enjoyed with…
Alex Otti, the Abia State Governor, has stated that several places used for examination malpractices, code-named Miracle Centres have been closed down by his administration in most parts of the State. He also said his administration is doing everything to provide conducive learning environment for Abia children. The Governor said this on Wednesday in Umuahia…
The American Military Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID) have written an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, requesting for the immediate release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. The letter, signed by AVID President Dr. Sylvester Onyia and Secretary Dr. Godson Obiagwu, urged the Nigerian government to comply…
