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Allegations of Death Threats by Ohanaeze President Iwuanyanwu, Naming Responsible Parties
8May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Allegations of Death Threats by Ohanaeze President Iwuanyanwu, Naming Responsible Parties

Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has come forward to reveal threats against his life and attempts to set his residence on fire. He spoke out against certain individuals within the Igbo community who harbor anti-Igbo sentiments and are plotting to harm him due to his leadership in Ndigbo. At a briefing held at the Ohanaeze Ndigbo secretariat in Enugu, Iwuanyanwu made these troubling revelations. He drew a connection between those threatening him and the untimely death of his predecessor, Prof. George Obiozor. According to Iwuanyanwu, the situation has escalated to a critical point where individuals were hired to burn down his house or even cause him harm. Despite these threats, he remained resolute, recounting an incident where a hired individual recogn...
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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,...
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First Class Honors for 252 Students at UNN Convocation
8May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

First Class Honors for 252 Students at UNN Convocation

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, has seen a total of 252 students graduate with first-class honours degrees, according to the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Charles Igwe. This announcement was made during a pre-convocation press briefing at the main hall of the University’s Enugu campus. Prof. Igwe revealed that a total of 12,526 degrees would be awarded at the 52nd convocation, representing an increase of 1,082 compared to the figures from the 51st convocation. The breakdown of results is as follows: 252 first-class honours degrees, 4,834 second-class honours upper division, 5,883 second-class honours lower division, 747 third-class degrees, and 25 pass degrees. In addition, a total of 1,438 postgraduate degrees and diplomas would be conferred during the convocation ceremony. Among the...
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Danjuma’s Belief in Nasarawa Amazons’ Victory at President Federation Cup
8May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Danjuma’s Belief in Nasarawa Amazons’ Victory at President Federation Cup

The head coach of Nasarawa Amazons, Christopher Danjuma, is optimistic about his team’s ability to clinch the 2024 Women’s President Federation Cup title. Set to face Suit De Queens FC in the Round of 32, Danjuma’s squad is gearing up for the match at the Nnamdi Azikwe Stadium in Enugu today. In a recent statement to the club’s media, the experienced coach shared his team’s motivation and enthusiasm to aim for success in the tournament. He mentioned, "We are starting the 2024 President Federation cup with high spirits, aiming to reach the finals and secure the trophy for our enthusiastic and purposeful sports-loving Governor, Engr A.A Sule, with divine grace." Nasarawa Amazons have previously claimed victory in the competition on two occasions.
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8May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Christopher Danjuma: Belief in Nasarawa Amazons’ Prospect of Winning President Federation Cup Anew

The head coach of Nasarawa Amazons, Christopher Danjuma, is optimistic about his team's ability to clinch the 2024 Women’s President Federation Cup. In the Round of 32, Danjuma’s squad is set to battle Suit De Queens FC. The match will take place at the Nnamdi Azikwe Stadium in Enugu today. Expressing his confidence, the seasoned tactician mentioned that his team is driven and full of enthusiasm to excel in the tournament. Speaking to the club's media, he said, “Our team is commencing the 2024 President Federation cup with a positive mindset. We aim to reach the finals and secure the trophy for our esteemed Governor Engr A.A Sule, who is a fervent supporter of sports, with God's grace.” Nasarawa Amazons have previously lifted the cup twice.
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41 Internet Fraudsters in Anambra Sentenced to Jail by Court
8May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

41 Internet Fraudsters in Anambra Sentenced to Jail by Court

Convicted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), 41 internet fraudsters have been sentenced to one year in prison each, with the option of paying a fine of N100,000.00. These judgments were pronounced by the Federal High Court in Onitsha, Anambra State, under the oversight of Judges S. M Shuaibu and Hauwa Inuwa. After pleading guilty to various charges such as obtaining money under false pretenses, possessing fraudulent documents, impersonation, and aiding in committing offenses, the individuals were incarcerated. The charges were brought against them by the Enugu Zonal Command of the EFCC. Among the defendants are individuals like Douglas James, Raphael Chikezie Uwakwe, Paul Chidera Kalu, and several others. The court case highlighted a particular instance, stat...
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Monarch-elect, Ogbonna foresees disruptive innovations with Enugu Electricity Law and others
8May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Monarch-elect, Ogbonna foresees disruptive innovations with Enugu Electricity Law and others

Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna Jnr, the incoming traditional ruler of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State, praised the recent passage of several bills by the State House of Assembly, including the Enugu State Electricity Bill. This bill, now enacted into law, resulted in the establishment of the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC). Following this development, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) transferred regulatory oversight to the EERC, as announced here: NERC transfer oversight to EERC. During a visit to the State House of Assembly complex to meet with the Speaker, Rt Hon Uche Ugwu, Chief Ogbonna commended the harmonious relationship between the executive and the parliament, noting its positive impact o...
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The Condemnation of Nigerian Security Forces’ Attack on Enugu Community by BRGIE
8May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

The Condemnation of Nigerian Security Forces’ Attack on Enugu Community by BRGIE

An alleged attack on Igga community in Uzo-Uwani local Government Area of Enugu State by security operatives has been condemned by the Biafra Republic Government in Exile, BRGIE. Reports indicate that a combined group of security personnel, led by the Nigeria Police Force, set fire to the community and resulted in the deaths of some villagers. The attack was said to have been in retaliation for the killing of two policemen and three members of the Enugu State Neighbourhood Watch Group by criminals in the area. BRGIE, in a statement released on Tuesday through its Prime Minister, Simon Ekpa, accused the security forces of attempting to suppress the movement advocating for Biafra's independence as a sovereign state. Despite the attack, the freedom fighters remain undeterred. Accor...
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Rebuke from NLC, CSO, and Others Aimed at Nigerian Govt for N18 Electricity Tariff Reduction
8May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Rebuke from NLC, CSO, and Others Aimed at Nigerian Govt for N18 Electricity Tariff Reduction

The Nigerian Federal Government and Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, have faced criticism from Nigerians, organized labor, Civil Society Organizations, and power sector experts for the N18 reduction in electricity tariffs for end-users under Band A. NERC made the announcement regarding the tariff decrease for customers under Band A feeders on Monday, with a cut in electricity price to N200.6 per Kilowatt-hour from N225. The new tariff implementation was carried out by Ikeja Electric, Abuja, Kaduna, Ibadan, Enugu, and other discos on Monday. This decision came after NERC approved a 240 percent tariff hike for electricity customers receiving between 20-24 hours of supply a month earlier. Despite the downward tariff review by NERC, Nigerians, organized labor, and various...
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Public Ranch Management Agency Bill Passed by Enugu Assembly
7May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Public Ranch Management Agency Bill Passed by Enugu Assembly

On Tuesday, the Enugu State House of Assembly approved the Public Ranch Management Agency bill, empowering the state government to establish an agency responsible for overseeing both government-owned and privately-owned ranches within the state. During the deliberation before passing the bill, Clifford Obe, the representative for Igbo-Eze North Constituency II, emphasized that the legislation aimed to address the longstanding conflict between farmers and herders in the state. Obe highlighted the adverse impact of the farmer/herder crisis on agricultural productivity in the local market, citing instances of farmers being displaced from their lands, which resulted in increased criminal activities and rural-to-urban migration. He noted that the bill would pro...
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