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Kidnapper Arrested with N4 Million Cash  A suspected kidnapper in Delta State has been arrested with ₦4 million in cash by a local vigilante group. The arrest was captured in a viral video circulating on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In the footage, the suspect is restrained by a man to prevent his escape. A voice in the video narrates the scene, highlighting the suspect’s disheveled appearance despite having millions in his possession. The cash, seen in the clip, is handled by a police officer who places it in a black nylon bag. As the video gained traction online, social media users flooded the comment section with their reactions. One user, @DONEX_MIKE, commented: “He doesn’t even look like who dey chop self.” Another user, @Chindudiy, remarked: “This guy looks like someone who hasn’t seen 30k in a while; the ogas somewhere are the ones eating the money. Hope he confesses and names his partners.” User @CleverNation23 expressed concern: “The way that pol...

  In continuation with the move to forestall peace, harmony and stability in the state's markets as a precursor to a free progressive, productive and prosperous trading climate in the state, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Enugu State on Market Liaison, Hon. Dr. Chinedu Mba, today, paid a scheduled visit to Orie Orba and Obollo Afor markets in Udenu Local Government Area. The scheduled visit which was aimed at interfacing with the traders, market leaders and community leaders to discover their challenges, areas of improvement, intervention and support from the state government, began with a courtesy call to the Chairman of Udenu Local Government Area, Hon. Akachukwu Eze Akachukwu. The LGA Chairman welcomed the SSA and his team and assured them of his full support. He then delegated his Vice, Hon. Mrs. Onyinyechi Odo to go along with the SSA and his team. A productive interactive session with ndi Oha Obollo followed suit. The members of the Community's Apex body ...

The Foundation for Africa Development Through International Biotechnology (FADIB) has once again reaffirmed its commitment to scientific excellence with the successful hosting of its 30th Annual Conference/Workshop and General Meeting at the Department of Microbiology, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Themed   "From the Bench to the Industries,"   the gathering brought together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology and explore strategies to bridge the gap between research and industrial applications. Declaring the event open, the Honourable Commissioner for Innovation, Science, and Technology,  Engr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh PhD , underscored the transformative potential of biotechnology in driving economic growth, improving healthcare systems, and ensuring food security across Africa. He reaffirmed that under the visionary leadership of  His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah,  Enugu State is committed to fos...

   Governor Drags Tinubu’s Minister To EFCC, Alleges $20m, N1.5bn Theft: The Osun State Government has formally petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate former governor and current Minister of Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, over allegations of misappropriating a $20 million World Bank health grant. The government, led by Governor Ademola Adeleke, accuses Oyetola of financial misconduct, money laundering, and violations of the Public Procurement Act in the disbursement of funds intended for the state's healthcare sector. According to the petition, during his tenure as governor, Oyetola chaired a special Health Intervention Committee that allocated the entire $20 million to renovate 320 primary healthcare centers across the state. The government alleges that these contracts were awarded without proper bidding processes and were instead given to individuals closely linked to the former governor, including cabinet members, government agency hea...

  The Osun State Government has formally petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate former governor and current Minister of Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, over allegations of misappropriating a $20 million World Bank health grant. The government, led by Governor Ademola Adeleke, accuses Oyetola of financial misconduct, money laundering, and violations of the Public Procurement Act in the disbursement of funds intended for the state's healthcare sector. According to the petition, during his tenure as governor, Oyetola chaired a special Health Intervention Committee that allocated the entire $20 million to renovate 320 primary healthcare centers across the state. The government alleges that these contracts were awarded without proper bidding processes and were instead given to individuals closely linked to the former governor, including cabinet members, government agency heads, and personal associates. The petition further claims that some benefi...

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate, has revealed the reason behind the Federal Government’s decision to provide free treatment for women facing pregnancy complications, including cesarean sections. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, the Minister explained that the move aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s vision, which prioritizes the health and well-being of Nigerians. According to Pate, the President is committed to reducing maternal mortality by ensuring that no woman dies due to an inability to afford critical treatments. “(The Federal Government has approved) free treatment of emergency obstetric complications for women in the empaneled facilities, and that includes cesarean sections,” the Minister said during the program. He further clarified that the initiative covers not just cesarean sections but also other emergencies such as excessive bleeding and obstructed labor. Pate added, “If a woman gets to a facili...

  It was a day of fun, laughter, as Enugu women came together to celebrate International Women’s Day in a rather unique and exciting way on the football pitch. The Office of the Wife of the Enugu State Governor, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah, in collaboration with the Ministry of Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development, organized a novelty football match at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. The match, which pitted Enugu State’s female political appointees against the wives of local government chairmen, was more than just a game; it was a celebration of unity, fitness, and the growing presence of women in leadership. From the first whistle, it was clear that both teams were there to have fun but also to put up a spirited fight. The stadium buzzed with excitement as the match kicked off at about 5:10 PM, with dignitaries such as the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Chidiebere Onyia, and the Chairman of Rangers International Football Club, Amobi, in attendance. The first...

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday approved the appointment of six new Chief Medical Directors for hospitals under federal administration, located in Akure, Gombe, Azare, Lafia, Maiduguri, and Kafanchan. The President appointed Prof. Olusegun Sylvester Ojo as Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Akure, Ondo State . Prof. Yusuf Mohammed Abdullahi will continue in his position as the Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe . Dr. Dauda Abubakar Katagum , the Acting Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Azare, Bauchi State , has been confirmed as the substantive CMD. Dr. Ikrama Hassan has been appointed as the Chief Medical Director of the newly upgraded Federal Teaching Hospital in Lafia, Nasarawa State . Dr. Ali Mohammed Ramat , a renowned Consultant Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon, has been appointed Chief Medical Director of the newly established National Orthopedic Hospital in Maiduguri, Borno State . Dr. Ha...

Popular Yoruba actress Bimpe Akintunde has opened up about her experience with her baby daddy and the emotional rollercoaster she went through after visiting him in Dubai . She also revealed how she initially tried to terminate the pregnancy , but fate had other plans. In a candid interview on Debbie Show TV , Bimpe shared how she traveled to Dubai to meet a man she had been talking to. During her visit, they became intimate , and she ended up pregnant . However, at the time, she wasn’t ready for motherhood , especially with someone she had only recently met. Reflecting on that period, Bimpe said: “I was never really lucky when it came to relationships. Sometimes, I could go two whole years without dating anyone.” (She

A Nigerian lady, Confidence Utomi , has shared the marriage list her family gave to her husband when he came to ask for her hand in marriage. “I was cleaning our bedroom this morning when I found the Marriage List my Family gave to my Husband. Truth be told, Urhobo Marriage Bride Price List is the most budget-friendly list I have ever seen,” she wrote in a Facebook post on Thursday. She added that her family made the traditional marriage process stress-free , stating: “No too much serere. I don’t know about others, but our elders don’t give headaches when it comes to asking for their daughters’ hand in marriage.” Confidence further revealed that her husband easily fulfilled all the requirements on the list before the wedding day, with the bride price set at just N120 . “When my husband saw this list, it didn’t take him time to achieve everything on it. As a matter of fact, he bought and presented everything before the traditional wedding date and only paid the dowry on the d...

  A 68-year-old man, Elisha Baba Sunday , has slumped and died while working on his farm at Gbamfa community in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) . A relative of the deceased, Kaura Danlami , told Daily Trust that the incident happened on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 , around 2:33 PM while the deceased was working on his farm. He said the man and his two children had gone to clear the farm ahead of the rainy season when he suddenly slumped while working. The relative added that one of the deceased’s children rushed back home to report the incident, prompting the family to mobilize to the farm and rush him to the hospital, where a doctor confirmed him dead. “I was with him on that Tuesday morning; he told me he would be going to the farm to clear grasses ahead of wet season cultivation,” he said. “At about 2:33 PM , a report reached me that Baba Sunday had died.” Danlami further stated that the deceased was hale and hearty , with no known health complicati...

His death was confirmed on Friday, 7th March, 2025. Okupe, who previously served as the Director-General of Peter Obi’s Presidential Campaign, was forced to step down from the role following a court conviction for money laundering. After the 2023 general election, he also resigned from the Labour Party and later became a vocal supporter of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He was a senior adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan. The news first gained traction on X, where posts under trending hashtags began circulating, with users expressing disbelief and mourning the loss of a man described as a “political titan.” One insider, who claimed proximity to Okupe’s family, told Gistcore that “the family is devastated, but we’re waiting for an official statement before anything is set in stone.” However, attempts by our correspondents to reach Okupe’s known associates and family members for comment have so far been unsuccessful. Dr. Doyin Okupe’s illustrious career spanned d...

  Enugu State is set to commemorate the  2025 International Women’s Day , with the Wife of the Governor,  Her Excellency, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah , extending a special invitation to women across the state to participate in the grand celebration. The event, scheduled to take place on  8th March 2025  at  Okpara Square, Independence Layout, Enugu , by  9:00 AM , is expected to bring together prominent women leaders and stakeholders from various sectors. The invitation is extended to  members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Commissioners, women ministers, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), the Catholic Women Organization (CWO), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), professional bodies, NULGE, and women leaders from all 17 local government areas  of the state. The  2025 International Women’s Day  promises to be a significant gathering aimed at recognizing the contributions of wo...

  The Federal Government has frozen the bank accounts of Simon Ekpa and 16 others over alleged involvement in terrorism financing . This action follows a meeting by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee in Abuja and is based on the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act of 2022 . The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) confirmed that the move was authorized by the Attorney-General of the Federation with the approval of President Bola Tinubu . The sanctioned individuals and entities have been placed on the Nigeria Sanctions List , which allows authorities to freeze their funds, assets, and other financial resources without prior notice. As part of the enforcement, financial institutions and relevant agencies have been instructed to ensure a total freeze on all accounts linked to the affected individuals. This includes accounts belonging to companies associated with them , as well as those of their signatories and directors . Authorities have also directed that an...

  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is currently interrogating former Minister for Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, over allegations of misappropriation, procurement violations, and the diversion of public funds amounting to N138,413,253.89 . The funds, earmarked for the 2023 budget of the ministry, were allegedly diverted for personal use, including money intended for the P-BAT Cares for Women Initiative . A reliable source confirmed to Vanguard that Ohanenye arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja around 11:00 AM on Thursday and has been undergoing questioning since then. “Operatives are questioning Uju Kennedy Ohanenye regarding her alleged involvement in the misappropriation and diversion of N138 million from the 2023 Ministry budget,” the source disclosed. “The investigations reveal that funds meant for women-focused projects were diverted for personal enrichment, and there were clear breaches of due process in the ministry’s budget disburseme...

  The Enugu State Government has banned the pasting of posters on any outdoor surface or space in the state without prior approval.    The government, in a statement issued by the Enugu State Structures for Signages and Advertisement Agency (ENSSAA) on Thursday stated that it was unlawful to paste or display posters on any outdoor surface or space in the state without first obtaining written approval from the agency. The statement, signed by the General Manager, Frank Aninwike, stated that the agency would no longer tolerate the defacing of outdoor surfaces and spaces, warning that defaulters would face a fine of up to N50 million (Fifty Million Naira). The statement reads in parts: “This is to inform all the political parties, churches, schools, printers, advertisers, marketers, producers and the general public that henceforth, no person or entity should post or display any poster on public or private structures, buildings, walls, highways or any outdoor surface or space...

  The 39-year-old actress announced today, March 6, that she has welcomed her first child.  She shared photos of her and her newborn, a baby girl, wearing matching outfits in the hospital.  “My baby is here,” she wrote. “Welcome to the world my sunshine.”

  Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has strongly opposed her six-month suspension from the Senate, vowing that the injustice against her “will not stand.” Speaking on Thursday before being escorted out of the chamber, she condemned the decision, which stemmed from a series of recent events. The controversy began on February 20 when she had a heated exchange with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over seating arrangements. Days later, during an interview with Arise News, she alleged that her challenges in the Senate started after rejecting Akpabio’s alleged sexual advances. On Wednesday, Akpoti-Uduaghan formally submitted a sexual harassment petition against Akpabio on the Senate floor and resubmitted it on Thursday during plenary. However, the Senate Ethics Committee recommended her suspension, citing her previous exchange with the Senate President as the basis for their decision. Despite the suspension, Akpoti-Uduaghan remains defiant, insisting tha...

    The Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months amid the sexual harassment allegation she levied against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The decision, made on Thursday, March 6, 2025, came after a recommendation from the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions. As part of the suspension, Akpoti-Uduaghan’s salary and security details will be withdrawn, and she will be barred from accessing the National Assembly premises. Her office will also be locked, and her legislative aides will not receive their salaries during this period. The Senate further ruled out reconsidering her suspension until the six-month term ends or she submits a formal apology. Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension follows a heated confrontation in the Senate, where she protested the reassignment of her seat by Akpabio. She arrived at a plenary session to find her nameplate removed and her seat reassigned, which she argued was an attempt to silence her. H...

A senior Professor at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State, has been declared dead after slumping during a departmental meeting today, March 6. A statement issued by the University’s Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Olarewaju, said during a departmental meeting this morning (Wednesday, 5th day of March 2025), it was noticed by his colleagues that he was breathing “abnormally” and was immediately rushed to the University Health and Medical Centre. Upon prompt medical examination by the team of doctors on duty, he was referred to the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex (OAUTHC), also in Ile-Ife, where he was pronounced dead. The statement adds that the Vice Chancellor of OAU, Professor Adebayo Bamire, has led other members of his management team to pay a condolence visit to the widow and children of the deceased academician.

The Senate Committee on Ethics on Thursday recommended suspending Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months over the controversy surrounding her sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The committee also advised that the Kogi Central senator apologise to the Senate for “disrespecting the institution.” Additionally, it recommended the withdrawal of her salary and security details during the suspension period. Earlier, Akpoti-Uduaghan resubmitted a sexual harassment petition against Akpabio during plenary, this time on behalf of her constituents, led by Zubairu Yakubu. After confirming there were no legal barriers, Akpabio directed her to formally lay the petition before the Senate at 12:38 PM. The petition was then referred to the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public Petitions, chaired by Senator Neda Imasuen (LP, Edo South), with a mandate to report back within four weeks. This move follows a similar petition Akpoti-Uduaghan ...

No fewer than eight people have been shot by some angry individuals identified to be members of a local vigilante group in Elele town, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State . However, police in the state said that four people were shot in the incident that happened on Wednesday at Elele Roundabout on the Port Harcourt-Owerri Road . It was gathered that the gunmen, who are suspected to be members of the Elele Security Planning and Advisory Committee (ESPAC) , had swooped on some youths of the area who were discussing the political crisis in the state and opened fire on them. At press time, it was not clear what the reason for the shooting was, but it was reliably gathered that over eight people sustained bullet wounds . A source in the area, who did not disclose his name, alleged: "This is happening now in Elele town, Ikwerre LGA, where the OSPAC commander of Elele, who incidentally is the leader of a faction of the PDP in Elele, came out and opened fire on the suppo...

  The Isi-Uzo Local Government Council has clarified the Tuesday protest by some women of Eha-Amufu communities, blaming it on deliberate misinformation and politicisation of security matters in the Local Government Area, LGA, by some political actors. The Council explained that the recent video of women protesting alleged killings by herders in Eha-Amufu community were propelled by “total misinformation” and not a true reflection of current security realities in Isi-Uzo LGA since Governor Peter Mbah’s assumption of office. The Council’s position and clarifications were contained in a statement personally issued by the Council Chairman, Barr. Obiora Obeagu, on Wednesday. Obeagu rued what he described as a callous attempt to dent and enmesh in controversy through acts of misinformation and calculated hate campaigns the many critical infrastructural and development interventions and initiatives by the governor in Eha-Amufu such as the landmark 21.7km Agape-Agu Mgbuji-Ogbete Road, Pro...

  Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu, a Catholic priest and pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church, Tachira, in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, after abducting him from his residence. The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan confirmed the tragic incident in a statement issued by its Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Jacob Shanet, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. “It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the tragic death of our beloved Priest, Rev. Fr. Sylvester Okechukwu (Born 11/12/1980 and ordained 11/02/2021), who was the Pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church Tachira, Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Fr. Sylvester was kidnapped from his residence on the evening of 4th March 2025 at approximately 9:15 PM WAT.” The statement further revealed that the abductors took his life in the early hours of March 5, 2025, which coincided with Ash Wednesday. “After being taken by his abductors, we regret to inform you that Fr. Sylveste...

… _Donates 4 vehicles to Enugu Security Trust Fund_ Nigeria’s first indigenous automobile manufacturing company, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing, has commended the Governor Peter Mbah Administration in Enugu State on improved security and socio-economic infrastructure in the state. The CEO of the firm, Innocent Chukwuma, gave the commendation while making a donation of four vehicles to the Enugu State Security Trust Fund at the Government House Enugu on Wednesday. This is sequel to a recent fundraising dinner during which the Fund raked in well over N3 billion in physical and online donations. Chukwuma who commended Mbah’s huge investments in the security sector, noted that the administration had made Enugu increasingly conducive for investment, adding that manufacturers in the state were happy now happy and willing to contribute their quota in support of government’s effort. “I came to support the Security Trust Fund, as the Governor is doing wonderfully well in Enugu State. And when I ...

...Commends his unwavering dedication to the progress and welfare of the people of Enugu State, both at home and abroad In a move that underscores his growing influence and commitment to community development, Engr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh, the Enugu State Commissioner for Innovation, Science, and Technology, has been appointed Patron of the Ndi Enugu Scotland Association (NESA), UK. The announcement, made by the leadership of NESA, recognizes Dr. Ezeh’s unwavering dedication to the progress and welfare of the people of Enugu State, both at home and in the diaspora. The association, a respected body of Enugu indigenes residing in Scotland, described his appointment as a strategic step towards fostering stronger connections between Enugu and its global sons and daughters. Engr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh PhD, has built a reputation as a leader passionate about innovation, youth empowerment, and grassroots development. His new role as Patron will serve as a beacon of inspiration for Enugu natives...

           ...Commends his unwavering dedication to the progress and welfare of the people of Enugu State, both at home and abroad In a move that underscores his growing influence and commitment to community development, Engr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh, the Enugu State Commissioner for Innovation, Science, and Technology, has been appointed Patron of the Ndi Enugu Scotland Association (NESA), UK. The announcement, made by the leadership of NESA, recognizes Dr. Ezeh’s unwavering dedication to the progress and welfare of the people of Enugu State, both at home and in the diaspora. The association, a respected body of Enugu indigenes residing in Scotland, described his appointment as a strategic step towards fostering stronger connections between Enugu and its global sons and daughters. Engr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh PhD, has built a reputation as a leader passionate about innovation, youth empowerment, and grassroots development. His new role as Patron will serve as a...

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has announced that local government elections will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025 . The announcement was made by the RSIEC Chairman, Rtd. Hon. Justice Adolphus Enebeli , following Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s directive for all 23 Local Government Chairmen to hand over to the Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAs) . The move comes in compliance with the Supreme Court’s ruling, which nullified the previous local government elections. The Supreme Court had ruled that the elections did not meet legal requirements, leading to their cancellation and the restriction of local government allocations by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) . Governor Fubara has since urged calm and assured the public of a transparent electoral process. More details to follow…

The senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Wednesday formally submitted a petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, accusing him of sexual harassment, abuse of office, and malicious obstruction of her legislative functions. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who raised the petition under Order 40 of the Senate Rules, told her colleagues that she had previously made the allegations during an interview on Arise TV but had now decided to “narrow these statements in a formal petition against the president of the Senate.” After submitting the petition, the president of the Senate, Akpabio, immediately referred it to the Senate Committee on Code of Conduct, Ethics, and Public Petitions to report back to the Senate as soon as practicable. Earlier during plenary, Akpabio dismissed the allegations, insisting that he had never harassed any woman. “At no time did I ever harass any woman. I was raised very well by my late single mother, and I have always upheld respect for wome...

  President Bola Tinubu has appointed two new Permanent Secretaries to fill vacancies in the Federal Civil Service. The new appointees,  Adeladan Olarinre  and  Mukhtar Muhammed , represent  Oyo State  and the  North-West geopolitical zone , respectively. The announcement was made by  Eno Olotu , Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, in  Abuja  on Wednesday. According to the statement, the appointments followed a  thorough and open selection process , ensuring that the administration’s focus on  merit, competence, and excellence  in the civil service was maintained. The newly appointed  Permanent Secretaries  are expected to bring their  knowledge and experience  to their new positions,  contributing to the improvement of public service delivery  and supporting the government’s development goals. In another related develo...

   Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, a counter-protest in his support took an unexpected turn when one of the demonstrators admitted they had no clear reason for backing him. On Wednesday, a group of protesters gathered at the National Assembly complex in Abuja, opposing the call for Akpabio’s removal following allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central. While they chanted pro-Akpabio slogans and carried banners with inscriptions such as  “We Stand With Akpabio”  and  “Natasha Must Apologize,”  a moment of confusion arose when journalists sought to understand their motivations. During an interview, a young man among the protesters stunned reporters by admitting,  “I don’t know why we are supporting Senator Akpabio. We were just told to come out and show support.”  His confession raised further questions about the authenticity and organizati...

  In line with the policy of His Excellency, Gov. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah to reposition markets in the state for strategic growth, development and optimum production as a way of boosting the GDP of the State from $4.4 Billion to $30 Billion, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Market Liaison, Hon. Dr. Chinedu Mba, visited the Ugwuaji International Building Materials Market.  The visit which included an interactive session with market leaders and a tour of the market was aimed at interfacing and identifying the challenges being faced by traders in the market and jointly work towards a lasting solution. Speaking during the interactive session, Hon. Chinedu Mba relayed the greetings and appreciation from the Governor to the traders for their continuous support for his administration. The Interim Excos of the market took turns to appreciate Gov. Peter Mba for not only turning Enugu into a construction site but mandating the contractors to buy all their materials from Enugu...

  Enugu State is set to commemorate the  2025 International Women’s Day , with the Wife of the Governor,  Her Excellency, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah , extending a special invitation to women across the state to participate in the grand celebration. The event, scheduled to take place on  8th March 2025  at  Okpara Square, Independence Layout, Enugu , by  9:00 AM , is expected to bring together prominent women leaders and stakeholders from various sectors. The invitation is extended to  members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Commissioners, women ministers, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), the Catholic Women Organization (CWO), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), professional bodies, NULGE, and women leaders from all 17 local government areas  of the state. The  2025 International Women’s Day  promises to be a significant gathering aimed at recognizing the contributions of wo...