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The Call from the Nursing Council for the Establishment of Colleges of Medicine in Rural Areas

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The Call from the Nursing Council for the Establishment of Colleges of Medicine in Rural Areas

Advocating for the presence of Colleges of Medicine in rural communities, the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria stresses the importance of having adequate healthcare professionals to address the country's health challenges. The council highlights that setting up these colleges in rural areas and training professionals within these communities would not only generate interest but also lead to the development of primary, secondary, and tertiary health centers nationwide. During the approval of the College of Medicine Science at the Blessed Martins International Institute of Science and Technology in Ebonyi State's Ikwo Local Area, the Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Council, Dr. Farouk Umar Abubakar, emphasized the significance of this initiative. Dr. Abubakar mention...

Recent defector from PDP joins APC ward in Ebonyi Assembly

9May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Recent defector from PDP joins APC ward in Ebonyi Assembly

Being formally welcomed into the All Progressives Congress (APC) at Izzi Unuhu Ward 10 in Abakaliki LGA, is Hon. Victor Chidi Nwoke, a member of the Ebonyi State House of Assembly who recently switched from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Alongside the Labour Party chairman in Abakaliki LGA, Mr Innocent Oriji, and the former leader of the Abakaliki legislative council, Hon. Emmanuel Nwandegu, Nwoke, who represents Abakaliki North Constituency, made the decision to defect. During a ward stakeholders meeting chaired by its chairman, Hon. Emeka Nkwode, the defectors were received into the party with the presence of the state Commissioner for Works and Transport, Mbam Stanley Lebechi, SSA on Youth Mobilisation, Hon. Chinedu Emenike, and Prince Emeka Nwoba. Expressing appreciation for ...

Community in Ebonyi State Faces Unrest as Residents Protest Against Imposition of New Monarch

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Community in Ebonyi State Faces Unrest as Residents Protest Against Imposition of New Monarch

A peaceful protest rocked Nkomoro Community in Ezza North Local Government Area of Ebonyi State as residents staged a demonstration against the proposed appointment of Chief Jacob Nwakpa as the new traditional ruler. The community members took to the streets of Abakiliki metropolis carrying various placards, urging the state governor, Francis Nwifuru, and the state Commissioner of Police, Augustina Ogbodo, to intervene in the dispute over royal succession to avoid any further breakdown of law and order. They called on the state Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters to respect their right to choose and elect their own monarch freely. Allegations were made by the protesters, claiming that certain internal and external forces were attempting to impose a former Resident Ele...

85 suspects arrested by NSCDC in Ebonyi within 3 months

8May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

85 suspects arrested by NSCDC in Ebonyi within 3 months

Within the first 100 days of the new State Commandant's tenure, the Ebonyi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has apprehended a total of 85 suspects from January to March 2024. Dr. Willie Elijah, the State Commandant, briefed journalists in Abakaliki on Wednesday about the operations conducted since he assumed office on Jan. 8, 2024. During this period, 65 cases were reported to the command, resulting in six convictions. Furthermore, ongoing prosecutions in various stages of the court system are addressing remaining cases, with one kidnapping victim successfully rescued. As part of the Safe School Programme, the corps, under Elijah's leadership, has conducted patrols in schools across Ebonyi, with specially trained female squad members working inc...

Call from Senate to Nigerian Government for Memorializing the Late Ogbonnaya Onu

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Call from Senate to Nigerian Government for Memorializing the Late Ogbonnaya Onu

On Wednesday, the Senate urged the Federal Government to honor the late Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, former governor of old Anambra State and immediate past Minister of Science, Innovations, and Technology, by erecting a national monument to recognize his significant contributions to the country's growth and development. During a session, the Red Chamber, following a motion presented by Senator Anthony Ani (APC Ebonyi South) on the passing of Dr. Onu, paid tribute to the late statesman. The Senate further resolved to dispatch a delegation to offer condolences to his family, the Federal Government, as well as the governments of Abia and Ebonyi states. Raising the issue under a motion of urgent national importance, Senator Ani mourned the loss of Dr. Onu, who passed away on April 11, 2024,...

Senator Nwebonyi Advocates for Implementation of State Police

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Senator Nwebonyi Advocates for Implementation of State Police

Supporting the adoption of State Police, Senator Peter Onyekachi Nwebonyi representing Ebonyi North Senatorial District and the Deputy Chief Whip of the 10th Nigerian Senate, emphasized the necessity during an interview on AIT's "Inside Parliament" program held at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Highlighting the increasing security challenges in the country, Senator Nwebonyi, who is also a member of the Senate Constitution Review Committee, stressed the importance of State Police to complement the efforts of the Federal Police. Regarding the proposed hike in electricity tariffs, Senator Nwebonyi expressed his opposition, labeling it as insensitive given the prevailing economic hardships faced by Nigerians. Furthermore, as the Nigerian representative at the...

Community in Ebonyi State Mourns Killing of 11 Victims

7May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Community in Ebonyi State Mourns Killing of 11 Victims

Last week, 11 individuals were tragically killed by suspected warlords in Ezza-Effium community, located in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The ongoing conflict between Effium and Ezza-Effium communities, which began on January 21, 2021, has resulted in numerous casualties and the destruction of properties worth billions of naira. Among the recent victims were a pregnant woman, young children aged between 2 and 12, as well as elderly men and women from the Inikiri Umuezeoka community. Reports indicate that during the horrifying incident, a health center and more than 30 houses were completely destroyed by fire. Ezza-Effium community members, represented by the Ezza Consultative Assembly, have strongly denounced the violence and devastation in Inikiri Umuezeoka. They have ...

Weather Outlook: NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Stretch of Sunshine and Haze Starting Monday

6May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Weather Outlook: NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Stretch of Sunshine and Haze Starting Monday

Expect sunny conditions with haziness from Monday to Wednesday nationwide, according to the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet. For Monday, NiMet anticipates sunny and hazy weather in parts of Yobe, Jigawa, Kano, and Katsina states, with a possibility of morning thunderstorms in Taraba state. Localized thunderstorms are likely over Kaduna, Bauchi, Zamfara, Kebbi, and Taraba states. In the North Central region, cloud patches and intervals of sunshine are expected, with chances of localized thunderstorms in the morning over the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, Benue, and Kogi states. Later in the day, localized thunderstorms may occur over the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Nasarawa, Benue, Kogi, Kwara, and Niger states. Over the Inland South and Coastal areas, cloudy skies wit...

6May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Gunmen kill monarch in Ebonyi community

Tragedy Strikes: Community Leader Assassinated in Ebonyi State In a shocking turn of events, gunmen launched a deadly attack on Umuihe autonomous community in Akaeze, Ebonyi State, resulting in the tragic death of the community's revered traditional ruler, His Royal Highness, Umazi Ibo Ubani. The assault, which took place over the weekend, was marked by intense gunfire, sending residents into a frenzy as they sought refuge from the violence. Mr. Chinasa Okorie, the Coordinator of Akaeze Development Centre, officially confirmed the harrowing incident, revealing that the brutal attack occurred late in the evening last Friday. Expressing deep sorrow over the loss, Okorie lamented the irreplaceable nature of the slain monarch, praising his courage, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to his co...

Despite Governor Nwifuru’s Instruction, PDP spokesperson, Nwoba, Still Detained

5May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Despite Governor Nwifuru’s Instruction, PDP spokesperson, Nwoba, Still Detained

Chika Nwoba, the spokesperson for the opposition People's Democratic Party in Ebonyi State, remains in Abakaliki Correctional Centre even after being granted bail. In February, Nwoba’s troubles began when he accused the Ebonyi State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Oguzor Offia-Nwali, of misappropriating N3 million meant for empowerment. Following a petition by Commissioner Offia-Nwali, Nwoba was arrested. Offia-Nwali claimed that Nwoba had defamed him on Facebook, threatened his life, and falsely accused him of fraud and misappropriation of state funds intended for assisting small traders in the state. After spending two months behind bars, Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State, in a recent church service, appealed to Offia-Nwali to show mercy ...