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3 days ago
Following the revelation by former military President Gen. Ibrahim Babangida during the launch of his book "A Journey in Service" that the 1966 coup was not an Igbo coup as alleged, the Igbo apex group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, on Sunday demanded an apology and N10 trillion as compensation from President Bola Tinubu to the Igbo. The…
2 Feb
The Lagos State Igbo Youth Organizations (LASIYO) has endorsed Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, to contest the 2027 governorship race in Lagos. The group, comprising the Igbo Youth Assembly Lagos State, Umu-Igbo Youth Cultural Association Lagos, and Igbo Youth Initiative, said Seyi has a proven track record of success in business and community…
14 Jan
Some Igbo groups have agreed to come together to campaign for the release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, just as they accused the federal government of being indisposed towards dialogue for his release. They stated that they would no longer remain silent while Kanu continues to languish in…
14 Jan
The pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and socio-political organisation, Afenifere, on Tuesday, congratulated Ohaneze Nd'Igbo, on its successful election which ushered in a new Executive Council to run its affairs. The apex Igbo organisation held elections in Enugu last Friday where it elected a new set of officers to run its affairs. At the end of the exercise…
12 Jan
Billionaire businessman Prince Arthur Eze has said that President Bola Tinubu means well for Ndigbo, stressing that his recent visit to Enugu State, the establishment of the Southeast Development Commission (SEDC), the promise to complete the eastern rail line, as well as support for the Anambra-Imo River Basin Authority, among others, are indications of his…
10 Jan
The Vice Chairman of Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area in Lagos State, Mrs. Maureen Ashara, has stated that the dedication, support, and loyalty of the Deputy Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, will positively impact the Igbo people. In an interview with the media, she highlighted that the Southeast has already begun…
6 Jan
The reported governorship aspiration of a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Beulah Adeoye, is currently facing challenges on social media from many youths in the Southwest because of his choice of spouse. Adeoye, a 43-year-old businessman and politician, is married to an Igbo woman, Ifeoma, and they are blessed with…
4 Jan
Uche Okwukwu, candidate contesting for President-General in the forthcoming Ohaneze Ndigbo election has promised to unite Igbos if elected. Okwukwu an indigene of Elele, an Igbo community in Rivers told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Port Harcourt that the venue for the election scheduled for January 9-10 had remained a secret…
30 Dec
A group known as Concerned Igbo Elites Forum has described the selection of Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi as the 2024 Igbo Man of the Year by Secretary-General of the Chidi Ibeh-led faction of Ohanaeze Ndigbo as kangaroo nomination, saying 'it's totally unacceptable and bias.' The group stated this in a statement signed by…
21 Dec
The President, Ohanaeze Ndgibo, Lagos State chapter, Solomon Ogbonna, has said those against the Mayor of Ndigbo Lagos title are jealous. He said this in reaction to social media comments against the title which was to be conferred on the CEO of Chisco Group of Companies, Chidi Anyaegbu. According to most of the comments shared…
15 Dec
The senator representing Abia South senatorial district in Abia State, Enyinnaya Abaribe, has described the Igbo as the most disenfranchised and marginalised group in Nigeria. He lamented the political imbalance in the country, stressing that allocating only five states to the Southeast is unjust. Abaribe disclosed this at the weekend in Abuja, during a public…
8 Dec
The Igbo people of the Southeast have expressed their joy following the rejigging of the list of nominees for the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) inaugural board, replacing the initial chairmanship nominee, Hon. Emeka Atuma, with Dr. Emeka Nworgu. President Bola Tinubu, in a new list of nominees sent to the Senate for confirmation, replaced all…
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The Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board (JSPWB), has extended the deadline for the payment of the 2025 Hajj fare to March 7, for intending pilgrims. The Director-General of the board, Alhaji Ahmed Labbo, stated this in a statement by the board’s Spokesperson, Mr Habibu Yusuf, on Wednesday in Dutse. Labbo said the development followed a…
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The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) says the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) sharing formula would serve as an incentive for economic expansion across all states. Speaking on the sidelines of the public hearing on the tax reform bill at the House of Representatives, PAACA's Executive Director, Ezenwa Nwagwu, highlighted the importance…
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Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has donated 50 operational vehicles to security agencies in the state. He stated this at the second Gombe State Security Summit, on Wednesday in Gombe. The theme of the summit is: “Building a Safer and More Secure Gombe State: Addressing Insecurity through Collective Action.” Yahaya said the gesture was…
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A Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki has affirmed the expulsion of Mr Ali Odefa, former National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)for South-East. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the PDP Executive Committee at Odefa’s Ward, Oguduokwor, Oshiri Community in Onicha Local Government, on Oct. 4, 2024, suspended Odesa for…
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The Police Command in Kano State on Wednesday announced the arrest of 17 suspected thugs who were allegedly planning a protest in the state. This is contained in a statement by the command spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa in Kano. He said the command has taken proactive security measures to prevent any potential breakdown of law…
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The Jigawa State and Local Government Contributory Pension Board has disbursed N733 million to 281 retirees as payment for terminal and death benefits. The Executive Secretary of the board, Dr Bilyaminu Shitu, stated this during the disbursement exercise, on Wednesday in Dutse. He said the amount would cover payment of gratuities, death benefits and death…
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Residents of Mile 12 and its environs have appealed to the Lagos State Government to provide street lights in and around the area to enhance safety and security. The residents spoke with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos. They complained that the lack of street lights had contributed to increase in crime…
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The police command in Kano has alerted the public of planned protests which could cause a breakdown of law and order. Police spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, in a statement, on Wednesday, also disclosed the arrest of 17 suspects linked to the planned violence. Already, the police have deployed armed personnel and Armoured Personnel Carriers…
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The Nigerian Army has debunked 'misleading' claims circulating on social media, alleging that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has introduced an automatic promotion initiative for personnel who have served in their current ranks for five years or more. The Army described the reports as baseless, cautioning personnel and the public…
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At least 19 people were killed when a Sudanese military transport plane crashed into a residential neighbourhood on Khartoum's outskirts, the army-aligned health ministry said Wednesday. The Antonov aircraft went down on Tuesday night near Wadi Seidna air base, one of the army’s largest military hubs in Omdurman, northwest of the capital. The army, which…