Enugu State
18 Nov
Governor of Enugu State, Dr Peter Mbah, has charged Africa’s leaders at all levels on the revival of the ideals of broadmindedness, inclusivity, pan-Africanism, and selflessness espoused by the foremost nationalist and former President of Nigeria, Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe, to move the continent forward.
11 Nov
A non-governmental organisation, The Custos Care Foundation (CCF), has condemned in a viral video of dehumanisation and brutal treatment of a student in uniform at the Federal Government College, Enugu. Outrage had greeted a viral video that circulated online at the weekend following the level of beating meted out to the male student. The student,…
4 Nov
An Enugu State High Court presided over by Justice C.O. Ajah has ordered the state's Commissioner of Police (CP) and a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Chidobe Ekeleme, to pay the sum of N20 million for violating the right to life of the late Chika Chukwu Onwe. The judge stated that the fine was a…
2 Nov
Joy enveloped Uhuafor Nomeh community in Nkanu East Local Council of Enugu State, on Friday, as the Federal Government of Nigeria,
31 Oct
Senator Osita Ngwu, representing Enugu West Senatorial District and Senate Minority Whip, has commended Governor Peter Mbah for flagging off multiple road construction projects across the state. Governor Mbah recently flagged off the construction of three major roads, marking a significant milestone in the state's infrastructure development. The projects include: 1. Ama Eke - Eke…
31 Oct
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, on Wednesday, flagged off the construction of multiple road projects totalling 78.85km in Nkanu East and Nkanu West Local Government Areas of the state.
29 Oct
The Chief Judge of Enugu State, Justice Raymond Ozoemena, has assured full implementation of non-custodial sentences through community service sentences to check decongestion in custodial centres in the state. Ozoemena said this on Tuesday in Enugu at the unveiling of the Operational Framework for Community Service Sentences and a workshop for Judges and Magistrates organised…
29 Oct
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has flagged off the construction and dualisation of the 43.7km Penoks-Abakpa Nike-Ugwogo-Nike-Opi
26 Oct
Finland-based Pro-Biafra agitator Simon Ekpa has declared a lockdown in Enugu State over the killing of a popular Oghene musician, known as Igbo Jah, by a police officer attached to the Anti-Cult Unit of the Enugu State Police Command. It was reported that Igbo Jah was shot by an operative of the Anti-Cult of Command…
23 Oct
Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, yesterday flagged off the construction of Nortra Tractor Assembly Plant and Service Centre, an investment by ODK Group of Denmark, in Enugu city. The governor also commissioned the New-Watson Doors Industry established by a Chinese firm at Nachi, Enugu.
22 Oct
Enugu State has become the first state in Nigeria and Africa to establish a sub-national electricity market. The Enugu State Electricity
18 Oct
Leading Africa tourism promoters, Omu Resort, has announced the debut edition of the Enugu Christmas Fest. The event, organised in partnership with the Enugu State Government, will be a 25-day spectacle of daily activities, offering unmatched entertainment. Scheduled to run from December 7th to December 31st, 2024, the festival promises a diverse range of entertainment…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it arrested 25 suspected internet fraudsters in a cybercrime training centre in Benin City, Edo. EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, made this known in a statement, on Friday, in Abuja. Oyewale said that the arrest of the suspects at their hideout on Thursday in Benin City, was triggered…
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The Minister for Youth Development, Hon. Comrade Wisdom Olawande has assured of youths inclusiveness in the governance of the country under the President Bola Tinubu government. At a strategic meeting held at the weekend in Abuja, the minister emphasized the importance of unity among youth leaders under the "Country First" mantra. The Minister who reconciled…
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The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has ordered the removal of speed bumps on the country’s highways to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion on major roads. Umahi made this known at a two-day Retreat for Federal Ministry of Works Highway Engineers and Managerial Staff on Friday in Abuja. The retreat with the theme “Ensuring…
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