Imo State
28 Jan
A member of the House of Representatives, representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, has said that enemies of the ongoing road revolution under the present administration are the ones behind some the smear campaigns against the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi. Ugochinyere made his position known in a statement…
24 Jan
Imo State Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma has reiterated his commitment in ensuring that officers and men of the command are dedicated, patriotic and diligent to duty.
16 Jan
Speaking at his inauguration/swearing-in ceremony, held at Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, yesterday, Uzodimma pledged to consolidate on his first term achievements, as well as continually advance the development and general well-being of Imo people and the state.
9 Jan
The Imo State Police Command said it invaded a criminal hideout that led to the arrest of suspects behind the kidnap of a road safety officer, Sabinus Ugwuebu, and former Eze Imo, HRH Eze Samuel Ohiri. Both victims were kidnapped a few days ago at various locations in Imo state. Spokesperson for Imo State Police,…
4 Jan
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, flagged off distribution of truckloads of rice donated to members of the Southeast zone of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
3 Jan
Nchoke Autonomous Community in Ideato South council of Imo State has budgeted Fifty Million Naira to empower 2000 youths of the area with entrepreneurial skills and opportunities.
29 Dec
Scores of women from Umuejechi, Nekede, in Owerri West Local Council of Imo State, numbering over 1,000 protested, yesterday, demanding that the hectares of land, where the state zoo was before it was relocated, to be returned to them to farm on.
23 Dec
Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma has reiterated his commitment to guarantee conducive environment that would encourage businesses to thrive in the state. CP Danjuma, represented by ACP Michael Abattam, Area Commander, Owerri Urban, stated this at the official opening of Thirsti Premium Water, at Naza Industrial Cluster, Owerri West, LGA. The…
21 Dec
Traditional Ruler of Isi Mgbidi, Emoha Mgbidi autonomous community in Oru West council of Imo State, Eze Anozie Augustine Agbarambo has been arrested for allegedly sponsoring the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its militia arm Eastern Security Network (ESN) operations in the state. The monarch was arrested following the confessional statements provided by an…
21 Dec
The Imo State Police Command has arrested a suspected commander of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Ikechukwu Uba, at his hideout in the state. Police spokesman Okoye Henry in a statement said the suspect was apprehended last Saturday, December 16 alongside three others. Henry said on interrogation, the suspect confessed to being a…
20 Dec
Amurie Omanze, an ancient community in Isu Local Government Area of Imo State, said they are no longer at home with some of their traditions. The community set Thursday, January 4, 2024 as a date for what they described as the historical abrogation of all forms of obnoxious cultural practices. These cultures include OSU, Ohu,…
19 Dec
As part of this year’s Christmas celebrations, the Imo State government has scheduled its Carol Service for tomorrow, December 20, 2023. The Christmas service, which is being organised in partnership with the state’s chapter of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), will be held by noon at the Ndubuisi Kanu Square, formerly known as Heroes Square.…
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