Traders from the South-East region operating in Ifo, Ogun State, have closed their shops in protest over the killing of an Igbo woman, Blessing Eze, who was allegedly stabbed by touts demanding payment of a so-called festival tax. The incident, which occurred on Friday, June 6, 2025, during Eid Mubarak celebrations, has triggered outrage and…
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has expressed profound grief over the passing of legendary highlife musician, Gentleman Mike Ejeagha, describing his death as a monumental loss that leaves a void difficult to fill. Dr. Mbah hailed Ejeagha as an unassuming and easygoing icon whose music and cultural impact reached far beyond Nigeria’s borders….
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, on Saturday, inspected the construction of a new Governor’s Office and Residence at Government House, Umuahia, the State capital.Recall that a few weeks ago, while speaking during a Sabbath Worship at the Unity Chapel, Government House, Umuahia, Governor Otti disclosed that construction of a brand new Governor’s Office…
President Bola Tinubu on Friday observed the defection of Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State from his living room in Lagos State. In a video, Tinubu was seen sitting on a sofa while watching Eno’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the All Progressives Congress, APC. The president also had the National…
The CEO of united Nigeria Airlines, Aviation commissioner, Dr. Obichikwu among others during the partnershipBy Uchenna Okeh, Abakaliki The Ebonyi State government led by governor Francis Nwifuru has announced the partnership of his administration with the United Nigeria Airline. The state government also said that the United Nigeria Airline will kick-off commercial flight operations at…
The Imo State Commissioner for Lands, Survey and Physical Planning, Barr. Enyinnaya Onuegbu, on Tuesday, June 3, clarified that the Mbaisii Land in Ngor-Okpala LGA which the state government allocated to the Zion Ministry Incorporated, followed due process and was done in the best interest of the state. Onuegbu, was reacting to the allegations by…
Nigerian highlife legend, Gentleman Mike Ejeagha, has reportedly passed away. Known for his profound contributions to Igbo folk music, Ejeagha’s legacy spans over six decades. His 1983 hit, “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche,” recently gained renewed popularity through a viral dance challenge by comedian Brain Jotter, bringing his music back into the spotlight. In…
Victor Boniface, a striker for Bayer Leverkusen, has officially ended his international career with the Super Eagles at just 24 years old. He made the unexpected announcement on his Instagram page late Friday, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to represent Nigeria. “It’s been a dream come true to wear the national colours. I’ve appreciated every…
Babcock University has expelled a student, Master Oladipupo Siwajuola, after a disciplinary investigation found him guilty of multiple serious offenses, including drug trafficking, impersonation, unauthorized campus exit, and involvement in ritualistic activities. The institution also dismissed as false and misleading the viral social media claims made by the student’s mother, who had accused the university…
The Deputy General Manager, Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA), Umuahia zone, Catechist Ambrose Jonah, says the State government is perturbed by the way cattles roam the streets of Umuahia, the state capital. Jonah, who stated this on Wednesday while fielding questions from newsmen in his office, revealed that plans are on top gear to…
