CHIEF ONUNKWO CONGRATULATES ODOGWU ON RE-ELECTION AS NUJ CHAIRMAN

The leading aspirant for the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) ticket in the forthcoming Anambra South Senatorial by-election, Chief (Dr) Ebuka Onunkwo, has congratulated Comrade (Dr) Odogwu Emeka Odogwu on his re-election as Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Anambra State Council.

In a congratulatory message, Chief Onunkwo described Comrade Odogwu as an inspirational leader and a dedicated journalist who has consistently made remarkable strides in community life, academic pursuits, and the media industry.

"Comrade Odogwu's re-election is a testament to his exemplary leadership and commitment to the noble profession of journalism," Chief Onunkwo noted, adding: "the Igbo saying that 'a man's name leads him' continues to resonate in Comrade Odogwu's life, with his numerous achievements setting him apart as a shining star in the media world."

Chief Onunkwo reaffirmed his unwavering support for the media, recognising the essential role journalism plays as "the oxygen of democracy." He reiterated his dedication to working alongside the NUJ and other media stakeholders to promote democratic values and good governance.

As part of this commitment, Chief Onunkwo, who was represented at the event by his Head of Media and Strategic Communications, Hon. Kamen Chuks Ogbonna, announced plans to host the newly elected executive of the NUJ, Anambra State Council, to discuss ways of strengthening their partnership and exploring avenues for collaboration.

Comrade Odogwu was re-elected as Chairman of the NUJ, Anambra State Council, on Thursday, 24 January 2025, following a keenly contested election in which he secured an overwhelming majority, winning by over 100 votes against his closest rival, Comrade Ngozi Obileri.

Ebuka Onunkwo Media Team

Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie Substantive Rector, Fed Poly Oko

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie's appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic's Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process where she emerged as the leading candidate. Prior to her appointment, Awuzie, who holds a Doctorate Degree in Physical and Materials Chemistry, was a distinguished Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and also Director in-charge of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects in the Polytechnic. Under her stewardship, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, witnessed unprecedented advancements in infrastructure and institutional transformation. Her leadership facilitated monumental developments across the Polytechnic’s campuses in Oko, ...

#Watchvideo : SECURITY FORCES BURST THE CAMP OF UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN AKOKWA

Security Forces in the state through a coordinated intelligence report has bursted the camp of the unknown gunmen at Akokwa, Arondizuogu after a long gun duel which resulted to the death of some of the criminals and others arrested. These criminal elements have been known to be behind several attacks in the state such as the killing of police men in Mbaise, Aba Branch in Ehime Mbano, burning down of police stations, attack and attempted kidnapping of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, abduction of Miss. P.P. Johnson, a female soldier in Okigwe and recently the attack in Akokwa that left many dead. It is obvious that these daredevil gunmen have been perpetuating their evil plans unabated until yesterday when their camp was bursted by security agencies. This is another assurance that our security operatives are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against banditry and other related activities. While it has become obvious that the activities of these non state actors are politically motivate...

BREAKING: 2Baba Shot Dead In Rivers State

A notorious cult leader and the prime suspect in the brutal murder of the late Divisional Police Officer, SP Bako Angbashim, in the state, Gift Okpara, popularly referred to as 2Baba, has been reportedly killed in a police-led major security raid. The police and other security agencies were said to have conducted land and aerial raids at the identical hideout of the Iceland cult leader and his gang at Idu-Ekpeye in Ahoada East local government area of Rivers on Saturday, February 17. According to The Nation , the Iceland cult leader was reportedly feared dead after the operation. Recall that in September 2023, the late DPO was ambushed and captured by the cult group led by 2Baba in the Odiemudie community, Ahoada East LGA. 2Baba and his gang then took the DPO to the forest, where they killed him and dismembered his body. The cultists then filmed him. Another source, Obi, said he saw no less than 15 vehicles and an Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) during th...

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