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Jul

2024

Good News!!! Nnamdi Kanu Coming Out Anytime From Now

Abia State, FGN, Gossips, News Flash, South East

President Tinubu Reportedly Agrees To Release Nnamdi Kanu President Tinubu Reportedly Agrees To Release Nnamdi Kanu—-The Genius Media Nigeria reports that President Tinubu has reportedly agreed to release Nnamdi Kanu. TGM gathered that President Bola Tinubu has reportedly agreed to release Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) following the nationwide outcry. This Nigeria news platform understands that the younger brother of former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, Isaac made this known via his verified Instagram Page. Taking to his page to thank President Tinubu, Fayose wrote, “Good news!!! Nnamdi Kanu coming out anytime from now. Thank…

Jul

2024

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Having The South East Governors Under One Roof Is Recipe To Peace In Igboland – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics, Security, South East

HAVING THE SOUTHEAST GOVERNORS UNDER ONE ROOF IS RECIPE TO PEACE IN IGBOLAND. The July 2nd Enugu meeting of the five Southeast governors and subsequent declarations by them is one political nut that has proved so hard to crack over the years. Past Southeast Governor's conventions had one or two or even at times three governors excusing or recusing themselves over flimsy or whimsical reasons and only sending representatives. Albeit the last southern Governor's meeting in Abeokuta, Ogun state was not fortunate enough to grace the distinguished presence of Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State. His missing out in that…

Jul

2024

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Many Feared Dead As 2-Storey Building Collapses In Anambra Market

Mishap, News Flash, South East

Many Feared Dead As Two-storey Building Collapses In Anambra Market A building collapse at Eke Amawbia Market in Awka, Anambra State, has left many feared dead. The incident occurred around noon on Thursday, causing widespread panic in the area. Eyewitnesses reported that the two-storey shop building suddenly crumbled, burying numerous vegetable traders beneath the debris. As of press time, one person has been rescued and rushed to Amawbia Maternity Home for urgent medical attention. However, many more are believed to be trapped inside the wreckage. A large contingent of police officers has arrived at the scene to coordinate rescue efforts…

Jul

2024

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South East Governors Issue Communique On 2nd July After Meeting

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics, South East

COMMUNIQUE ISSUED TODAY, 2ND JULY, 2024 BY THE SOUTH EAST GOVERNORS’ FORUM. The Forum commiserated with Government and people of Abia State, Ebonyi State, Imo State, South East, Nigeria and Chief Ogbonnaya Onu’s Family on the demise of His Excellency, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu. The Forum received the delegation of the Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo GCFR, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, GCON and His Royal Majesty Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe CFR, Obi of Onitsha who came on a solidarity visit to the Forum. The Forum deliberated on the reviewed report of the South East Security and economic Summit held in Owerri on the…

Jun

2024

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Exposed: Why Davido, Chioma Did Not Hold Wedding In South East

Gossips, Love & Life, Marriage And Love, News Flash, South East

‘Why Davido, Chioma Did Not Hold Wedding In Southeast’ A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe has revealed that singer Davido could not hold his wedding in the Southeast as tradition demands for the fear of unknown gunmen. In a controversial Facebook post, Igbokwe linked the non-occurrence of Davido’s son’s traditional marriage in the Southeast (SE) to security challenges allegedly posed by groups such as IPOB, ESN, and what he termed “known Gun Men.” He wrote: “Anybody who has Igbo blood running in him or her knows that there are known Gun Men in the SE and…

Jun

2024

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ABSG Announces Restrictions Of Tricycles, Motorcycles Operation’s Hours

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Security, South East

ABSG ANNOUNCES RESTRICTION OF TRICYCLES, MOTORCYCLES OPERATION'S HOURS Abia state government has announced the restriction of the operation of tricycles and motorcycles between the hours of 7pm and 6am daily in Aba and Umuahia with effect from 1st July , 2024. The Commissioner for Local Goverment and Chieftaincy Affairs, Prince Uzor Nwachukwu announed this at a news conference held at his office after the meeting with stakeholders in the state's transport sector. According to the Commissioner, the essence of the restriction is to secure lives and property of the innocent law abiding citizens and residents of the state. He recalled…

Jun

2024

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Nnamdi Kanu Seeks Negotiation With Nigerian Government

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Human Rights, News Flash, South East

Nnamdi Kanu Seeks Negotiation With Nigerian Govt The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu on Wednesday, expressed willingness to seek negotiations with the Federal Government. Kanu anchored his move for a negotiation with the Federal Government under section 17 of the Federal High Court Act. The IPOB leader has been detained by the Department of State Services, DSS, since 2021 when he was re-arrested in Kenya and repatriated to Nigeria. Since his return, the IPOB leader has been facing trial for terrorism-related charges before an Abuja Federal High Court. Section 17 of the Federal High Court Act…

Jun

2024

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22-Year-Old Bride And Only Child Killed In Anambra ‘Sit-At-Home’ Attack

Crime, Mishap, News Flash, Security, South East

22-Year-Old Bride And Only Child Killed In Anambra ‘Sit-At-Home’ Attack A 22-year-old newlywed bride was among the casualties of the attacks by gunmen in Anambra communities. On Monday, gunmen invaded Nnewichi community in Nnewi north LGA and Nnobi community in Idemili south LGA of the state, shooting sporadically and destroying properties. The attackers were said to be enforcing a sit-at-home order in the south-east region. Tochukwu Ikenga, Anambra police spokesperson, confirmed that the 22-year-old lady was among the three victims of the attack. According to reports, the victim was also the only child of her parents. A family source told…

Jun

2024

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Unknown Gunmen Set Anambra LGA Headquarters On Fire, Burn 4 Vehicles

Crime, News Flash, Security, South East

Unknown Gunmen Set Anambra LGA Headquarters On Fire, Burn Four Vehicles Unknown gunmen on Saturday attacked the Ogbaru Local Government Secretariat in Anambra State, setting over four vehicles in the premises on fire. Sunday Vanguard gathered that the gunmen, who invaded the council headquarters secretariat early hours of Saturday in large number, set no fewer than six vehicles and patrol vehicles in the premises ablaze. No life was lost in the attack as at the time of filing this report, but sources in the area said the hoodlums shot indiscriminately into the air thereby sending panic to residents around the…

Jun

2024

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Pandemonium As Fans Invade Pitch After Referee Awards Late Penalty To Rangers Against Enyimba

Football, News Flash, South East, Sports

Pandemonium As Fans Invade Pitch After Referee Awards Late Penalty To Rangers Against Enyimba Pandemonium has broken out at the Cathedral after the referee awarded a late penalty to Enugu Rangers against rival team, Enyimba of Aba, in Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL. The Southeast Derby turned rowdy after the home team players, Enyimba staged a walkout following the official decision. Enyimba fans invaded the pitch and disrupted the match. Before the disruption, the match was goalless draw (0-0) Report have it that 20,000 fans from both teams filled the stadium to witness the much anticipated match.