As the holy month of Ramadan deepens, the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has called on the Muslim community across Nigeria to intensify prayers for President Bola Tinubu’s reelection in 2027. Speaking at his Abakaliki residence during an iftar gathering with the Muslim faithful in Ebonyi State, Umahi emphasized that Nigeria is experiencing a … Read more
The Vice-Chancellor of David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS) in Uburu, Ebonyi State, Professor Jesse Uneke, has strongly rejected allegations of bullying within the institution. Uneke described the claims as baseless and an intentional fabrication aimed at tarnishing the university’s reputation. He called out the spreaders of this “fake news,” asserting that the … Read more
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has reaffirmed his dedication to strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system by investing in medical education and infrastructure. During a visit to Mater Misericordiae College of Nursing Sciences in Afikpo, Ebonyi State, Obi donated ₦10 million to support the institution’s infrastructural development and enhance the training … Read more
The residents of Ochin and Abor, two border communities in Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State, have strongly debunked recent reports of alleged killings in their region, dismissing them as false alarms spread by mischief-makers. Over the weekend, social media was flooded with claims of violent attacks in Eha-Amufu, with allegations that a … Read more
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, when a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member lost his life in a fatal road accident while traveling to his orientation camp. The accident occurred at approximately 2:00 p.m. along the Amasiri-Okigwe Road, near Amenu village in Okposi, Ohaozara Local Government Area, … Read more
Farmers at the Ebonyi State University (EBSU) farm in Abakaliki have raised a serious concern over frequent attacks by herders who are destroying their farmlands. The farmers, including elderly widows, reported that the herders, accompanied by over 200 cows, have repeatedly raided their farms, trampling and grazing on crops, including pumpkins, ugu, green, cassava, yam, … Read more
Police operatives in Imo State successfully rescued four kidnapped victims and neutralized two kidnappers during a raid in Umuokanne, Ohaji LGA, on January 4, 2025. The police responded swiftly to a distress call reporting the abduction. Upon locating the kidnappers’ hideout, a gun battle ensued, resulting in the rescue of the victims and the seizure … Read more
Nwaeze Onu, Deputy National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has urged President Bola Tinubu to halt the proposed tax reform bill, currently before the National Assembly. Onu described the bill as poorly timed, warning it could worsen the economic struggles Nigerians are facing. In his New Year message, Onu called for broader … Read more
The allottees of the Ebonyi State University (EBSU) Pocket Layout have called on Governor Francis Nwifuru to intervene in the delay of the issuance of critical documents for lands they purchased under a government-approved scheme. Despite fulfilling all necessary requirements and paying relevant fees, the allottees have yet to receive their Deed of Conveyance/Lease and … Read more
In a significant political development in Ebonyi State, former governor and current Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has endorsed Governor Francis Nwifuru for a second term in office. Umahi made the announcement during a Christmas homage visit by the Izzi National Youth Forum at his Umunagu Uburu residence in Ohaozara local government area of … Read more