Imo State Deputy Speaker Rt Hon Amara Chyna Iwuanyanwu Commends Governor Uzodimma’s 2025 Appropriation Bill (Budget) Presentation

During the presentation of the 2025 appropriation bill, aptly termed the “Budget of Expanded Economic Opportunities,” Imo State Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Amara Chyna Iwuanyanwu, commended Governor Hope Uzodimma for his dedication to fulfilling promises made under his administration’s 3R (Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, and Recovery) mantra. He emphasized the budget’s importance for the citizens and noted…

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Imo Federal Rep. Hon. Okafor And Team Honoured As Reps Committee On Nutrition And Food Security Ranks Among Top 10 Performing Committees

The Federal House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security, chaired by Hon. Chike John Okafor, Ph.D., has received an exceptional honor, ranking among the Top 10 Performing Committees in the green chamber. This remarkable recognition was unveiled in the First Session Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Report of the 10th House, which underscores the…

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Court Sentences Policeman For Attempting To Arrest A Suspect During An Active Session In Imo State

A Policeman identified as Abubakar Mohammed has been sentenced to two days in prison for unlawfully disrupting court proceedings at the Orogwe Customary Court in Owerri West Local Government Area, Imo State. The incident, which occurred on Friday, involved the officer attempting to arrest a suspect during an active court session, causing significant disruption to…

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Nigeria First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Visits Imo Monarchs, Receives Praise From Gov. Uzodimma

…Lauds Governor Uzodimma’s Leader’s The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, paid a momentous thank-you visit to traditional rulers in Imo State at the Eze Imo Palace, Owerri, on Friday, December 6, 2024. Her visit came ahead of her conferment of an honorary doctorate degree by the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) on…

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Imo State Health Insurance Agency Holds Capacity Review Meeting And Training On M&E Tool For Q4 Exercise

In a proactive move to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services under the state’s health insurance scheme, the Imo State Health Insurance Agency (IMSHIA), under the visionary leadership of its Executive Secretary/CEO, Dr. Uche Ewelike, conducted a capacity review meeting and training for staff on the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) tool for the Q4…

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16-Day Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Launches With Awareness Walk In Imo State

Imo State officially launched its 16-Day Activism Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), with an impactful Awareness Walk to highlight the dangers of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and promote the use of the Violence Against Persons (VAPP) Act for prosecuting offenders and ensuring justice for victims. The Walk, which started at Freedom Square (Warehouse Roundabout) and…

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Imo Civil Service: Retired Officials Accuses Of Illegal Tenure Extensions And Fraud

The Imo State Civil Service is grappling with a significant crisis as retired officials, including Permanent Secretaries and Directors, face accusations of unlawfully retaining their positions. This has fueled frustration among junior staff, who are now calling on Governor Hope Uzodimma to address the issue urgently. Among the allegations is a retired female director from…

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Imo CPC Intensifies Consumer Rights Awareness In Major Markets

The Imo State Consumer Protection Council (CPC), under the leadership of Director General Mrs. Obioma Okafor, has initiated a robust campaign aimed at educating consumers about their rights and promoting informed purchasing decisions. This large-scale sensitization effort is being carried out in partnership with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC)…

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