Sheikh Gumi Controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi, has urged the federal government to build hospitals and schools for bandits. He said this would improve the lives of the terrorists. Gumi, who said the government was adopting old-fashioned ways to fight the insecurity in the country, urged the government to negotiate with bandits and…
Deputy Speaker House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu receiving a Chieftaincy title Traditional rulers in Abia State have conferred on Kalu the traditional title of Enyi Abia (Strength of Abia). The Chairman of the State Council of Traditional Rulers, His Royal Majesty, Sir Linus Mbah, conferred the title of Deputy Speaker in recognition of his legislative contributions…
The 6 Division, Nigeria Army, Port Harcourt, decorated five colonels in the division with their new ranks of Brigadier General on Friday. The newly decorated brigadier generals are Chiedozie Amorha, Adamu Kitchener, Kingsley Iyang, Effiong Nse, and Ibrahim Gambari. Addressing the newly-promoted officers at the division’s headquarters in Port Harcourt, the General Officer Commanding, GOC,…
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) during the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has called for extra efforts from the Federal Government and security agencies to arrest the growing menace of insecurity in Nigeria. Obi made this call on Friday following the attack, which saw two policemen shot dead by suspected assailants at Uga…
Governor Alex Otti has assured that the story of Abia will never be the same again with the support of his government by everyone. Mr Otti said in a bid to rebuild the state, the 2024 budget had been designed to reflect Abia’s dream to be the best in the comity of states. “Just a…
On Thursday evening, an unfortunate incident befell Uga community in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State. Gunmen opened fire sporadically which took the lives of two Police officers and some people in the area. According to an eyewitness, the incident took place around 5.50 pm, and the people were worried and afraid. An eyewitness…
In a heartwarming display of generosity and community spirit, High Chief Fela Ndubisi Ejiofor, the founder of Fela Ejiofor Foundation, joined forces with Tedford Security Ltd UK to host their annual charity meeting today at his country home in Egbu Umuenem Otolo Nnewi. The event was a resounding success, as they distributed essential items such…
During a recent trip from Awka to Enugu and back, through the Enugu-Onitsha expressway, I experienced first-hand the plight of commuters on the road and what the masses pass through in their daily basis trip around the S’East Zone. The journey started from Aroma junction in Awka, through Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, down to Amansea,…
The marriage union between a four-year-old and a 54-year-old man in the Akeddei community in the Sagbama local government of Bayelsa State has drawn criticism from several child rights advocacy groups. The groups, including the Do Foundation, noted that child marriage is against the Nigerian Constitution and the Child Rights Act. It was gathered that the illegal…
In an effort, to promote community engagement and relaxation after a memorable year, the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs, Mr. Tony-Collins Nawbunwanne has organized the 2023 Anam beach party for the residents of the town. The event which took place at place at Okpu Ani ASA Beach Oroma-Etiti Anam featured various activities…
