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The Honorable Minister of State Education, Hon Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba today 27th November 2021, presided over the 5th & 6th Combined Convocation of the Federal University Dutsin Ma, Katsina State. While congratulating the graduands and the staff of the University, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba charged them to make good use of what they have learnt not just for their own benefit but also for that of the society they find themselves in. The Minister also commissioned some lecture blocks and the University Farm, where he expressed his delight with the school's ability to look inward and produce what the eat as well as sling to the public.  He encouraged students to take advantage of all platforms created by the Federal government to boost entrepreneurship and diversification from crude oil. Present at the event was the Emir of Katsina and the Amayanabo of Opobo King Dandeson D. Jaja

In fulfillment of an agreed memorandum, the Imo State Government through the Imo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (ISOPADEC), has released the counterpart fund of N114million for the Projects by WATERSMITH PETROMAN LTD in some Oil Producing Communities of the State. Prior to the release, the critical Stakeholders from all the affected Communities held series of meetings where it was resolved that the Money should be channelled to other Projects that will help in alleviating the sufferings of the People since some other Oil Companies Operating in the areas have taken over the Electrification of the Communities. Part of the projects includes the provision of adequate security of lives and properties in the area and to this, security check posts, operational vehicles and other necessities to facilitate an improved security network in these areas. HRH Eze Emmanuel Assor, the Eze of Assa Autonomous Community who handed the Patrol Vehicles over to the Imo State Police Commiss...

Given the recent scarcity of premium motor spirit (PMS), commonly known as ''fuel" in Nigeria, Foundation for Environmental Rights Advocacy and Development, FENRAD, a pro-democracy, human and environmental rights advocacy group calls on the federal government and its Corporation, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC to desist, at least in the time being, from any act capable of causing increase in the price of the essential item (oil), including hoarding.  This fear, FENRAD says, becomes even more palpable after the product recently became scarce Some weeks ago FENRAD recalls that there was a plot to increase the price of the product to over ₦380 allegedly by the Governors Forum which the NNPC did not accept then, a plot which now becomes relatable whenever the position on oil subsidy removal is made. Also, the Corporation's group managing director had hinted at possible deregulation or total subsidy removal in March during the fifth edition of the so-call...

The Imo State University College of Medicine has once again recorded a milestone as 55 Medical Doctors graduate today. This remains a product of the determination and commitment of His Excellency, Governor Hope Uzodimma in ensuring the progress of the institution. Recall that the Governor had promised to cause a positive turnaround in the academic activity and calendar of the institution to serve the purpose for which it was created. To that effect, His Excellency instituted reforms and infrastructural upgrades which saw the institution thriving in accreditations and trainings. This is a promise kept as the Medical Doctors couldn't hold their joy in celebration while expressing gratitude to His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma as an instrument of positive change. Credits:#HopeNewAndElectronicMediaCenter

- FORMER PRESIDENT OBASANJO FINGERED AS RIFT BETWEEN THE TWO DEEPENS  Sen. Ifeanyi Ararume seems not to be on the good side of fate despite how hard luck tries to smile at him. A look at his political journey reveals that it hasn’t been rosy for him, hence, the jumping from one party to another yet it seems like the popular saying that what causes the pungent smell of the shrew(Nkapi/Nkakwu) is from its body. The recent appointment of Sen. Ifeanyi Ararume as the Chairman NNPC Board came as a surprise to many and to others a political compensation but whatever it may be, all seems not to be sitting well with Sen. Ararume and the Presidency. President Buhari has ordered the suspension of the inauguration of the new NNPC board indefinitely of which Sen. Ararume is the Chairman which is scheduled for today 24th November. According to inside source from the Aso Villa, it seems that the rift between Sen. Ararume and Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has continued to affect the political...

One of Nigeria's leading non-profit organisations, Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Foundation, is one of the sponsors of the 2021 edition of Africa's largest Catholic gospel event, Unusual Praise, in Onitsha on Friday, November 26, 2021.  In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Founder of the VCO Foundation, Mr Valentine Ozigbo, a respected business mogul, expressed joy and humility at "the opportunity of contributing to the advancement of the gospel of Jesus Christ on the continent of Africa".   Unusual Praise is an annual showpiece that brings all Christians together, particularly the Catholic faithful, for an evening of transformational gospel ministration, praise, and worship. It is inspired by the Holy Spirit and organised by the Catholic Church Of Divine Mercy Lekki. Unusual Praise 2021 is the first double edition of the event, which is scheduled to hold in Onitsha and Lagos. The Onitsha event is scheduled to hold at the Cathedral Basilica of the Most Holy Trin...

The Imo State Government in a press release made avaliable to newsmen has said that the goverment of Senator Hope Uzodinma is shocked and dismayed over the events of yesterday in Awommamma in Oru East local government area of the state. The ugly event is regrettable and avoidable  "Government condemns the murder of  a soldier by the so called unknown gunmen. Certainly, this soldier who was on a legitimate duty to ensure free flow of traffic and to  protect lives and  property on this fafeful Monday of November 22nd,  did not deserve to die such a gruesome death." On the other hand, the goverment said that it deprecates reports of wanton destruction of property visited on the community by aggrieved soldiers. The indiscriminate burning of residential and businesses premises of innocent citizens was not an appropriate response since two wrongs will never make a right, the statement said.  "Government has good reasons to believe that there is more to the sad ev...

The minister of state for Education, Hon Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba has declared open the 2021 Annual General Meeting of Principals of Federal Unity Colleges. The Minister however decried the poor management of school facilities by management of schools, he said the ills of the society today is as a result of the failure of teachers of yesterday just as the failure of today's teachers affects the future.  He also called for restoration of values of Federal Unity Schools to help foster national cohesion instead of the community school we have today. He advocated for student and staff exchange to help encourage unity. In attendance was the Deputy Governor of Gombe State, H.E Manasseh Daniel Jatau, who commended the Hon Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba for his passion, dedication and blunt approach towards the development of the nation's education sector.  Also present was the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education Arc Sonny Ochono, Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Edu...

Mass Movement For Good Governance will be holding it's first National inuaguration convention  and the launching of a 7.5M Youth Empowerment Scheme. The Keynote address will be from Prof Stanley Udedi, Dean Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. Guest speakers, Prof Nke chi Ikediugwu, Dean Faculty of Education Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. Prof Fidelis Okafor, Emeritus Vice Chancellor Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University ( COOU) Igbairm Anambra state This event will be under the Distinguished Chairmanship Dr Cletus Ibeto(OON) Omekannaya. CEO Ibeto Group. Special Mother of the Day will be the wife of the executive Governor of Anambra state. Her Excellency Chief Dr Mrs Ebelechukwu Obiano. Chief Special Guest of Honor, Prof Charles Soludo, Governor Elect Anambra state. Royal Father of the day His Royal Majesty Igwe Chidubem Iweka.  Date Saturday 27th Nov 2021 Venue Milatel Hotel&Suites Behind Govt.  House Anambra State  Time 10am

Customers of the Enugu Electricity Distribution PLC (EEDC) can now download their energy bills at their convenience right from the EEDC website using the newly introduced “Bill Download Portal”, and proceed to pay their bills without necessarily waiting to receive the physical copy of their bills. The initiative is a 24-hour customer support service introduced by the company as part of its ongoing automation processes aimed at achieving efficiency and improving customer experience. This service applies only to postpaid customers (both metered and unmetered), and enables them conveniently download their energy bills for payment, access their bill history for up to 6 months period, as well as monitor their energy consumptions. In addition, customers can also request for a new connection, lodge complaints and generate support tickets for tracking such complaints. To subscribe for this service, customers are expected to log on to EEDC website ( www.enugudisco.com ), click on the “Bill Down...

The minister of state for Education Hon. Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba today at the Government House, Gombe, Gombe State, launched the 2019 School Based Management Committee-School Improvement Programme (SBMC-SIP) Implementation. This is in view of the gaps in school management, especially the gap between schools and host communities as well as parents and old student Associations The programme is however designed to create an avenue for all parties involved to contribute their quota towards improved school management for the good of students. Hon Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba at the event charged all stakeholders to give their best without relenting, to enable a robust relationship. Also at the event were the Deputy Govrrnor of Gombe State  H.E Manasseh Daniel Jatau, the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education, Arc. Sonny Ochono, the Executive Secretary,  Universal Basic Education Commission, Dr. Hammed Boboyi and other dignitaries from the state and federal government.

The Anambra State chapter of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohaneze Ndigbo, has called on candidate's of different political parties that participated in the November 6th governorship election in the state, who are aggrieved over the outcome of the polls not to approach the courts for the sake of peace. In a press conference in Awka, Tuesday, President of Ohaneze Ndigbo in Anambra State, Prince Emeka Udodeme, said the request became imperative in order that the winner might face the business of governance, instead of being distracted by issues of the court. Flanked by the National Vice President of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Ichie Damian Okeke Ogene; Anambra State Woman Leader, Mr. Uju Egbuji; National Vice President (Women Wing), Mrs Amaka Ikwuka; State Youth Leader of Ohaneze, Onyedika Eweh; Udodeme said the electorate can only hold a leader accountable to the duties of his office only if he failed to deliver under a conducive atmosphere. “Ohaneze Ndigbo is calling on candidates...

…adopts a new vision to be the best in class electricity distribution organisation in Nigeria The Enugu Electricity Distribution PLC (EEDC) has concluded a 3-day strategy workshop tagged, “Mission 100”. This is part of the organisation’s transformation agenda towards actualizing its aspiration of being the best in class electricity distribution organization in Nigeria. The objective of the workshop was to set the tone for necessary paradigm shifts in business and engage the distributed leadership team towards achievement of the organisation’s vision, values and strategic roadmap, while listening to the voice of its employees. The workshop, which ended on Friday, had as participants, some members of the Board of Directors, the Management team led by the Managing Director/CEO, Praveen Chorghade, as well as the various Network Managers and Team Leads of key strategic units in the organization. Delivering his goodwill message while declaring the workshop open, the Chairman, Board of Direct...

The former Police Service Commission Chairman, Chief Simon Okeke has insisted that the issue of having an Igbo man as the next President of Nigeria come 2023 is sacrosanct. He made this assertion recently in an interactive session with select Journalists in his Akatar Lodge residence in Amichi Anambra state.  Okeke averred that Igbo people of the South East extraction have sound materials for the position of the president, and urged Nigerians to give the South East the opportunity to serve the country in that capacity. “Since inception of this country, Nigeria has not had an elected president of the South East extraction. All other geographical zones have had their own fair share. This region has people, who if given the opportunity to become president, can turn the fortunes of the country around. Therefore, continued deprivation of the region the opportunity to produce president does not, in any way, show justice, equity and fair play.” On the just concluded Election in Anambra, t...