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Two individuals brought before court by EFCC for alleged contract fraud in Enugu
15May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Two individuals brought before court by EFCC for alleged contract fraud in Enugu

At the Federal High Court in Enugu, Justice Mohammed Umar oversaw the arraignment of Onuaguluchi Chris and Izuchukwu David by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Enugu Zonal Command. The defendants face a five-count charge related to conspiracy, retention of proceeds of crime, and obtaining by false pretence totaling N382,336,955. They are accused of deceiving Mackombo Omoila, the Managing Director/CEO of Architekon Nigeria Limited, into believing in a non-existent World Health Organisation contract for building six Unity Houses for hospitals in six Local Government Areas of Ebonyi State. One of the charges states: “You, Mr Izuchukwu Shedrack David, Mrs Onuaguluchi Ifeakanwa Chris and Chief S. C. Ugwuanyi (Now at large), on the 4th of May 2023 in Enugu, within the cou...
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15May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Approval of Over N500 million by Ebonyi Assembly for LG Election

The Ebonyi State House of Assembly has given the green light for the allocation of more than 500 million naira to facilitate the smooth running of local government elections within the state. Set to take place on July 20, 2024, by the Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission, EBSIEC, the council election has been scheduled in advance. The voting members made the decision at the Legislative Complex in Abakaliki during the plenary session. Revealed by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Moses Odunwa, the approved funds will cater to election materials, remuneration of ad-hoc staff of the commission, organizing post-election retreats, and other incidental expenses. It was highlighted that the upcoming election will enhance the efficiency of the third tier of government, extending its reach to rur...
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PDP Candidate in Ebonyi Bye Election Plans to Appeal Dismissed Petition Against Tribunal
14May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

PDP Candidate in Ebonyi Bye Election Plans to Appeal Dismissed Petition Against Tribunal

In the February 3rd, 2024 By-election, Silas Onu, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Ebonyi South Senatorial Candidate, has declared his intention to challenge the Tribunal's decision that rejected his petition against the Judges over allegations of bias, injustice, and lack of fair hearing in his election petition. Following a petition filed to the President of the Court of Appeal and copied to the Tribunal Panel requesting their withdrawal from the bye-election Tribunal by the PDP candidate, the three-man panel led by Justice H.N Kunaza dismissed Onu’s petition citing lack of merit. During the ruling at the Tribunal in Abakaliki, Justice Kunaza, accompanied by Justice Bassey Bassey Nkanang and Justice M.O Agboola, stated that the PDP candidate failed to substantiate cla...
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All Progressives Congress in Ebonyi State Sets Prices for LG Poll Forms
13May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

All Progressives Congress in Ebonyi State Sets Prices for LG Poll Forms

In preparation for the upcoming local government elections in Ebonyi State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has established a five-person zoning committee. The committee was formed following a stakeholders meeting held recently, with Chief Obinna Ogba, the ex-senator for Ebonyi Central, appointed as chairman and Chief Austin Umahi as the secretary. Other members include Sunday lnyima, Prince Atta Uka Ude, and Mrs Nora Oluchi Alo. A statement signed by APC State Chairman, Chief Stanley Okoro Emegha, and Secretary, Charles Chukwuma Ofoke, confirmed the set-up. According to the statement, the committee has been tasked to commence work immediately and is given until May 17, 2024, to complete its assignment and submit a report to the party. Meanwhile, the APC in Ebonyi State has init...
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Protest Against Electricity Tariff Increase: Organized Labour Demonstrates at EEDC and NERC Offices in Ebonyi
13May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Protest Against Electricity Tariff Increase: Organized Labour Demonstrates at EEDC and NERC Offices in Ebonyi

In Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State, organized labour took to the streets on Monday to picket the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) and the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) offices. Joining their colleagues nationwide, the workers protested against the recent hike in electricity tariffs. Leading the protest were the Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in the state, Ogugua Egwu, and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Chairman, Chidi Igboji. The demonstrators visited the NERC office on Nsugbe Street and the EEDC offices on Awolowo Street and Town Planning Road, next to the Abakaliki Correctional Centre. Displaying placards and chanting songs, the workers voiced their dissatisfaction with the tariff increase. Some of the messages on the placards ...
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New Unit Established by Ebonyi Govt to Address Custodial Centre Decongestion
13May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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New Unit Established by Ebonyi Govt to Address Custodial Centre Decongestion

Quarterly visits to the Abakaliki custodial centre have been initiated by Dr. Ben Odoh, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Ebonyi State, in a move to ensure efficient prosecution, promote access to justice, and alleviate overcrowding. Upon his recent visit, the Attorney General unveiled a range of initiatives focused on enhancing the welfare of inmates and improving the state's justice system. A statement signed by Chikodiri lgwe Eze, the Public Relations officer of the ministry, revealed that Odoh has established the office of Public Defender within the Ebonyi State Ministry of Justice, aimed at providing free legal representation to indigent inmates to guarantee their right to a fair trial. Instructions were given to the custodial centre's management to identify inm...
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Police recover guns from ritualists, cultists, kidnappers
12May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Police recover guns from ritualists, cultists, kidnappers

Gun Recovery Operations Yield Positive Results Delta State Police Command operatives made significant breakthroughs in recent operations targeting ritualists, cultists, and kidnappers. An individual suspected of engaging in ritualistic practices involving human hair was apprehended and is aiding authorities with their inquiries. The suspect, identified as Favour Eze, a 24-year-old male from Amasiri Village in Afikpo LGA, Ebonyi State, was found in possession of a locally crafted pistol and illicit substances, believed to be Loud, concealed within a bag of clothing. During a routine stop-and-search operation along the Ogwashi-Uku/Kwale Road, the Dragon Tactical Patrol Teams intercepted a red commercial Toyota Sienna space van traveling from Asaba to Warri. Upon inspecting the vehicle and...
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2,099 Retirees’ Gratuities Cleared by Ebonyi Government
12May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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2,099 Retirees’ Gratuities Cleared by Ebonyi Government

Clearing a total of 2,099 retirees' gratuities spanning from 1996 to 2023, the Ebonyi State Government has successfully settled outstanding payments. In a statement released to the press on Sunday, Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Jude Chikadibia Okpor, announced the completion of this task in Abakiliki. The final batch (Phase 11) of 256 retirees from the years 1996 to 2021 received their full gratuity payments, totaling N394,907,784.91, by Thursday, May 9, 2024. Another group of 277 retirees covering the period 2022 to 2023 also had their gratuity amounts settled during a seven-day operation. The total paid out in this phase stood at N1,030,972,870.05. The Ebonyi State Government has cleared all arrears owed to retirees dating back to the state's inception in 1996 u...
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Delta State Police Apprehend Passenger Found with Gun and Narcotics
12May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Delta State Police Apprehend Passenger Found with Gun and Narcotics

Authorities in Delta State have detained a 24-year-old individual named Favour Eze, who was caught with a locally crafted pistol and drugs believed to be Loud, concealed within a bag of clothing. The apprehension took place while the suspect was onboard a red commercial Toyota Sienna space van traveling from Asaba to Warri with other commuters. Police officers conducting a routine stop and search along Ogwashi-Uku/Kwale Road intercepted the vehicle at approximately 4:30 PM on 8/05/2024. SP Bright Edafe, the Public Relations Officer of the Delta State Police Command, confirmed the incident through an official statement provided to NewsNow. Edafe stated, "The individual in question was taken into custody along with the seized items." During the inspection of the vehicle and passengers, Fa...
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Senate’s Approval of Death Penalty for Drug Trafficking Applauded by Group
12May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Senate’s Approval of Death Penalty for Drug Trafficking Applauded by Group

Commendation is extended to the Senate by the Muslim Media Watch Group of Nigeria, MMWG, for its decision to implement the death penalty for individuals convicted of drug trafficking. In a statement endorsed by the National Coordinator, Alhaji Abdullahi Ibrahim, MMWG praised the Red Chamber for its bold resolution, considering it one of the most significant bills passed by the 10th National Assembly. Emphasizing the need for the House of Representatives to also endorse the decision, Ibrahim highlighted that the ongoing insecurity challenges in Nigeria are closely linked to drug abuse and similar negative influences. While acknowledging the contributions made by Senate Chief Whip, Senator Ali Ndume (APC Borno South) and his deputy, Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi (APC Ebonyi South) towards t...
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