The North-Central All Progressives, APC, Forum has renewed calls on Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang to dump the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and join the APC. The APC Forum issued a fresh invitation to Mutfwang to join the party in a statement released after a meeting in Abuja on Saturday by its Chairman, Alhaji Saleh…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The operatives of the Anambra State Police Command, on Sunday, arrested four persons over burning of a 74-year-old woman in a wheelchair at Abagana. The Spokesman of the Commanded, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Sunday. According to him, the incident happened on Sunday in…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka The gallant officers of the Anambra State Police Command, over the weekend, arrested a member of a notorious cult group in the state. The 25-year-old suspect, Maduka Okoye, who hails from Abagana in Njikoka Local Government Area of the state, was arrested as the officers attached to the Enugwu-Ukwu Anti-cult unit,…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka A tenant, identified as Chukwuneke Ebehu has reportedly stabbed his landlord into a critical condition in Anambra State over issues bordering on payment of electricity bill. The incident reportedly happened in Onitsha, while the suspect is said to hail from the Ezza part of Ebonyi State. According to the landlord, Mr….
The Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Hospitality, and Culture, Barr. Jerry Egemba, convened the maiden edition of the “Imo Creative Industry Stakeholders Meeting” The historic gathering, held at the Imo State Council for Arts & Culture, brought together prominent entertainment figures, the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Sir TUC Nwokonkwo, departmental heads, and the Director of the Arts…
The Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has reaffirmed its dedication to bolstering food security, empowering farmers, and advancing sustainable agricultural practices. This commitment was emphasized during the 4th Quarterly Inter-Ministerial Press Briefing held at the Ministry of Finance’s conference room. Addressing attendees, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Oloruntoyosi Thomas,…
The community of Orsu, Imo State, was filled with jubilation last week following the successful operation by security forces that led to the capture and subsequent elimination of a dreaded criminal known as “Mpompo Nwa.” According to locals, the suspect had been a source of fear and sorrow in the area, carrying out heinous acts…
Former Governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, has escalated his dispute with former Senator Chris Anyanwu, accusing her of withholding an apology letter she allegedly wrote to the late military ruler, General Sani Abacha. Ohakim has vowed to include the contentious letter in his forthcoming book to counter what he describes as “misleading accounts” in…
Lagos State has been thrown into political turmoil following the dramatic emergence of two claimants to the position of Speaker of the State House of Assembly. This unfolding saga has sparked widespread confusion and raised questions about the stability of the legislative body. Last week, members of the Lagos State House of Assembly impeached Speaker…
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, yesterday launched a programme to support Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the state. The drive which is part of the Action Plan on Durable Solutions, is aimed to foster IDPs safely return to their ancestral homes. While addressing the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda and his…
