Obi of Onitsha
18 May
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Ugochukwu Achebe, has appointed a celebrated Nigerian diplomat, Ojinnaka Azikiwe, into the cabinet of the popular commercial city. Azikiwe, a finance professor from the lineage of Nigeria's late former President, Nnamdi Azikiwe, hails from the Ogbeabo Quarters. A statement from the palace signed by Mr Osita Anionwu, Chief…
25 Jan
Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe, has reaffirmed the support of the Anambra State traditional rulers for the administration of Prof. Chukwuma Soludo.
21 Dec 2023
The Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, has endorsed the non kinetic approach of resolving the violence in the south east region of the country. It will be recalled that the approach is being canvassed by the Peace in South East Project (PISE-P) initiated by the members of the National Assembly from the region led…
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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday suspended all market unions and associations in Edo State with immediate effect. The governor has also ordered the police and other security agencies in the state to arrest defaulting leaders of the various suspended unions and associations without any delay. The decision of the governor was contained in…
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The Kano State Police Command has arrested and detained Tasleem Baba Nabegu, the nominal complainant in the allegation of adultery involving his wife and Jigawa State Commissioner for Special Duties, Auwalu Danladi Sankara. Nabegu's arrest occurred less than 24 hours after a Kano Upper Sharia Court, presided over by Khadi Ibrahim Sarki Yola, dismissed the…
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In an effort to support students in its host communities and address perennial failure in Mathematics and other core Science subjects, Lafarge Africa PLC has begun a Mathematics Masterclass for Senior Secondary School (SSS) 3 students in both public and private schools in Ewekoro and Sagamu, Ogun State, where its manufacturing plants are located. The…
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The Nigerian Army, through the 6 Brigade/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), has launched a security operation tagged "Clearance Operation" in Taraba State to ensure safety during the farm harvest and upcoming yuletide season. The initiative, according to the Brigade, aims to dismantle criminal hideouts and safeguard residents. It began on Sunday, November 17,…
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Critical stakeholders in Imo State have called on the state government to take proactive measures in tackling the negative effects of climate change on the socio-economic live and health of the people. The call was made at the inception meeting of the newly inaugurated Imo State Climate Change Technical Committee, held in Owerri, weekend. The…
Tinubu's remembrance of Saro-Wiwa, eight other Ogoni leaders doesn't address justice concerns - CSOs
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A coalition of leading Nigerian Civil Society Groups has stated that President Bola Tinubu's remembrance of Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogoni leaders fails to address justice concerns. President Tinubu's recent statement, which honoured the memory of Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni 8, has drawn mixed reactions from civil society organisations. While the statement acknowledged the…
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The Federal Government has announced plans to review and implement new initiatives to address challenges in primary education, including out-of-school children and 'learning poverty.' Specifically, the government pledged to focus on improving teacher quality, enhancing the school environment, and ensuring efficient governance. It also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting local and state governments in achieving…
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Suspected Boko Haram members have ambushed personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC), Commandant General Special Intelligence Squad (CGSIS), on inspection of national grid installation at Farin- Kasa Area of Chikun Local Government Area, in Kaduna State on Monday, November 18, while crossing from the Shiroro axis. The incident was said to…
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Stakeholders in Imo State have been urged to champion the formulation of a policy that would enhance girls' rights to quality education, personal hygiene, and overall development through the provision of a safe and healthy environment in schools. This call was made as a non-governmental and civil society organisation, The Inclusion Project (TIP), with the…
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After a brief hiatus, M and I Casting, a promising 24-hour, production, print, TV, film, and fashion casting company, is excited to announce its official return to the industry. Founded by seasoned professionals Maurice Sokari and Ihechi Opara, M and I Casting is once again offering its expert services to clients across the entertainment and…