The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), has issued a strong safety advisory in response to a growing number of kidnapping incidents near the university’s main gate. In a statement released by the Registrar, Chiedozie Uba, the university warned students to exercise caution, particularly around the Obinze-Ihiagwa Road, where the incidents are most prevalent during…
The Imo State House of Assembly has called on Governor Hope Uzodimma to rename the Imo International Conference Centre (IICC) in memory of the late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, former President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. This request was made to acknowledge Chief Iwuanyanwu’s significant contributions to both economic growth and human development, not only within Imo…
The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed accusations of negligence in response to the recent abductions of students in Imo State, citing significant progress in curbing criminal activities. In a statement issued by Force Headquarters, and communicated by ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the Imo State Police Command highlighted its achievements, particularly in addressing the surge in kidnappings….
Her Excellency Lady Chinyere Ihuoma Ekomaru, PhD, the Deputy Governor of Imo State, has called for greater participation of women in national development, emphasizing their role as the stabilizing force within society. She highlighted the essential contributions women make to community advancement, family unity, and overall societal peace and progress. The Deputy Governor delivered this…
The Imo State government has firmly dismissed allegations by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) that it intends to rig the upcoming local government elections. The administration reiterated its commitment to a free and fair process, citing the popularity of Governor Hope Uzodimma and the widespread impact of his development projects across the state. Hon. Declan…
The Imo State government has debunked news reports that it was imposing fines on those who use solar panels or generators in the state. It noted that while the government has the responsibility to ensure the environmental safety of citizens, it has never contemplated sanctioning anyone for using either solar panels or generators. The State…
IPOB in a statement issued on Monday by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, described the taxing of generator users by Governor Mbah and Governor Uzodinma as anti-people and anti-economic action. The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has asked Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State to immediately…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State has successfully wrapped up its candidate selection process for the upcoming Local Government Area Chairmanship and Councillorship elections. Held across the state’s 305 wards within the 27 Local Government Areas, the primaries, which took place on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, were conducted in a peaceful and orderly…
In a recent happening, an unidentified couple met a tragic end in Orogwe, located in the Owerri-west local government area of Imo State. Local youths, driven by anger and frustration over recurring motorcycle thefts, took matters into their own hands with fatal consequences. According to community sources, the couple had been operating in Orogwe and…
The High court sitting in Imo state has issued an order of interim injunction against the Imo state Governor, Hope Uzodimma and five others from taking any further steps in forceful demolition of the structures erected on the piece of land known as the central market layout Owerri Imo State. The Order of Court by…
