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At least five members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, have been feared dead as a combined team of security agents allegedly attacked the group in Aba, Abia State. IPOB members, who adorned white clothing had embarked on street protest over the continued detention of their leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu despite the court order for his release. The protest which took off from East Street and Ngwa road axis through the Azikiwe road and Ama Ogbonna was peaceful until the combined team of security agents comprising soldiers and policemen allegedly blocked them as they marched from Ama Ogbonna junction to Osusu road. The IPOB members allegedly defied the security order to disperse and started chanting;”Obey Court Order, Release Our Leader, Respect Your Own Court, The Court Has Freed Our Leader FG Why Holding Him.” The incident happened at Osusu Road By St. John’s Anglican Church Aba as the combined team allegedly opened fire at the protesting IPOB members. The situation cause

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has emphatically condemned the Sit-at-Home reportedly ordered by Simon Ekpa, the embattled Leader of Ekpa Killer Squad (Autopilot) as reckless and a joke taken too far. This was contained in a statement signed by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Secretary General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. The Igbo Apex body noted that Ekpa, after failing to do his paymasters bid of causing voter apathy in the South East with the landslide victory of the Labour Party, LP Presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi in the region, he appears to have been given a new assignment by his puppet masters- provocation of fratricidal war between the Igbo and their Yoruba siblings. “We blame all that on the Federal Government that is surprisingly treating his “ international terrorism” with kid gloves thereby giving him the temerity to cause more havoc from his “safe haven” in Finland. “Ekpa and his gang are responsible for the death of scores of innocent citizens and security personn

The Enugu State Post Primary Schools Management Board (PPSMB) has congratulated the Enugu State Governor-Elect, Dr. Peter Mbah, and his deputy, Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai, over their landslide victory at the March 18 governorship election and the issuance of certificates of return to them by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) yesterday.  In a congratulatory message signed on behalf of the board members, permanent secretary, directors, principals, teachers and the entire staff of the PPSMB by the Executive Chairman, Dr. Favour Ugwuanyi, said it’s a victory for the people while praying for God’s wisdom, strength, direction and guidance on the governor-elect to enable him deliver his promises on the collective mandate of the people, especially in the education sector. The award-winning Executive Chairman further expressed readiness of the post primary school board to partner with the incoming administration to key into its education policies in order to improve the standard of

The Former US President Donald Trump will be charged over hush money payments made to a porn star just before the 2016 presidential election. The details of the case against him have not yet been released. A grand jury has voted to indict him after investigating a $130,000 pay-out to Stormy Daniels in an attempt to buy her silence over an alleged affair. Mr Trump, 76, denies wrongdoing. He is the first serving or former US president to face a criminal charge. The office of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who has been pursuing the investigation, confirmed that it had contacted Mr Trump’s attorney to “co-ordinate his surrender” on unspecified charges. The ex-president, who lives in Florida, is expected to fly to New York on Monday and be arraigned in court on Tuesday, two sources familiar with the matter told CBS News, the BBC’s US partner. The charges in the indictment will be read to him at the hearing, which is set to last about 10-15 minutes. The United States Se

The Enugu State Governor-Elect, Dr. Peter Mbah, has dedicated the March 18 governorship victory and his certificate of return to the electorate in the state who made it possible through their massive votes and support at the polls.  Dr. Mbah, who, alongside his deputy, Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai, and 23 other House of Assembly members-elect were issued with their certificates of return by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Enugu on Thursday, said the mandate given to him by the people of the state would be reciprocated with good governance, massive development, industrialisation and deliberate strategic policies  that inspire development.  While extending his hands of  fellowship to candidates from other political parties to join in moving the state forward, Dr. Mbah noted that the era of politics, acrimony and the bitterness associated with it was over, stressing that the collective interests of the people and the state and how to achieve them should be the n

The leadership of the organised labour in Enugu State comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has paid glowing tributes to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi for his exceptional commitment to the welfare of the state workforce notwithstanding the avalanche of challenges experienced by his administration since it assumed office in 2015. The labour leaders in what could be described as a valedictory visit to Governor Ugwuanyi at the Government House, Enugu, on Thursday, said that the governor has done so well for the workers even though “we may not say that you have solved all the issues facing workers.” The organised labour stressed that Governor Ugwuanyi met the most difficult economic recession twice in the history of Enugu State and in Nigeria, and yet, he was able to address the basic needs of the workers to a satisfactory level, and enjoyed a harmonious working relationship with the state workforce unlike in the past

The Probity and Accountability Watch Initiative (PAWI) has condemned in totality, the purported news of 15 Billion  Last Minute Borrow Propaganda circulated by the opposition in the state falsely misleading the general public, stating that the Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi is seeking the Enugu State House of Assembly to Approve a whopping 15Billion naira loan request in less than 60 days to leave office at a time most states are struggling to survive, tagging it "A last minute borrowing. According to the Group secretary,  Comrade Anthony Ekene,  the pattern which the opposition is employing in rearing out their grievances is self destructive to the desperate politicians and if not called to order, this fake news could heat up the polity. "The opposition political figures are promoting a dangerous narrative in the state to achieve an objective which they couldn’t bring to fruition through the ballot. The publication itself is not only false, bu

The President of Anambra Women General Assembly (AWGA) and the Director General Kpakpando Support Group for Barr Peter Mbah, Amb Amaka Nweke JP Congratulates the Governor Elect of Enugu State on His Victory in the just concluded governorship election. On behalf of the good people of Anambra Women General Assembly and Kpakpando support Group For Barr. Peter Mbah the well performing and grassroots-rooted president and leader of the aforementioned bodies in the highly dedicated and committed person of *Amb. Mrs Amaka Nweke JP* congratulates the digital, visionary and divinely ordained Enugu state Governor elect Hon Barr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah on his well deserved victory at the just concluded 2023 Enugu guber poll to the glory of God Almighty. *Amb. Mrs Nweke gladly described Dr. Peter Mbah’s victory as God’s plan and the subconscious voice of Ndi Enugu* cum the thousands of electorates cutting across the three senatorial zones of Enugu State in one accord to vote in the best man

Enugu State Governor-Elect, Barr. Peter Mbah delivers a touching speech during the occasion of the collection of certificate of return of return in Enugu on Thursday, 30th of March 2023. Speech reads; TEXT OF A SPEECH DELIVERED BY THE ENUGU STATE GOVERNOR-ELECT, DR Peter Ndubuisi Mbah ON THE OCCASION OF THE COLLECTION OF HIS CERTIFICATE OF RETURN 1. Ndi Enugu   2. A while ago, I received the Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This certificate is not just an ordinary paper. It is a legal document which contains an unwritten pact between our administration and the good people of Enugu State.   3. Today is indeed another memorable day in our journey to greatness, development and prosperity.   4. In the build up to the campaigns and electioneering process, we played politics. It was understandable and fit for the purpose of that time. For some aspirants and candidates, it was a game of survival of the fittest and elimination of the

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) presents Certificates of Return to Enugu State Governor-elect, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and the Deputy Governor-elect, Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai, respectively on Thursday, 30th of March, 2023. Tomorrow is indeed Here! Thank You Ndi Enugu!

Association Of Adada Media Practitioners conveyed hearty congratulations to Barr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, the Governor Elect, Enugu State for his emergence as the winner of the just concluded governorship election. "Congratulations Our Governor Elect ! We heartily congratulate you and your Deputy on your well- deserved victory in the just concluded Enugu State Governorship Election.    Your victory didn't come to us as a surprise, considering that you are the best among equals.      We are happy that Ndi Enugu believed in you and this they have  demonstrated by voting for you in the election. We are not doubtful of your competence and capacity to deliver on your campaign promises, being aware of what you have achieved in both the public and private sector. Tomorrow Is Indeed Here For Those Who believed And Stood For It Congratulations! Association Of Adada Media Practitioners  Hon. Samson Ezea   National President  Onyekachi C Ugwu Director Public Affairs

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Council in Enugu State has taken a swipe at the governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the state, Hon. Chijioke Edeoga, saying he had no mandate to reclaim as far as the March 18 Enugu governorship election was concerned. The Campaign Council said Edeoga should rather account for what it described as “massive electoral fraud and ruthless militarisation of the March 18 governorship election” by the Labour Party. The PDP was reacting to a statement by Edeoga during a victory party by the  member-elect for Udenu State Constituency, Obinna Ijere at Obollo-Afor on Wednesday. The LP gubernatorial flag bearer was quoted in the media as saying he would do everything humanly possible to reclaim his mandate, adding, “No retreat, no surrender. No negotiation. Forward ever, backward never until victory is assured.” But reacting, the Director of Communications/Spokesperson of the Enugu State PDP Campaign Council, Barr Nana Ogbodo s

There was jubilation across the state as a frontline support group for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Friends Initiative for Peter Mbah, led by its Director General (DG), Hon. Cornelius Edeh, staged a colourful reception in celebration of the victory of the Governor-Elect, Dr. Peter Mbah, in the just concluded March 18th governorship election which attracted thousands of supporters. The DG of the support grou p who seized the opportunity to appreciate members of the revered group for their impactful roles and contributions in the last election, said that their effort contributed to the victory of the gubernatorial candidate of the ruling party at the polls. Lending his voice, the Grand Patron of the support group, Igwe Godwin Okeke Arum expressed his profound gratitude to the members of popular support group, stressing that they helped the team to fight the gubernatorial battle and won victory for the party.   While thanking God Almi

The Department of State Services, DSS, said it had identified some unnamed key players planning for an interim government in the country. Describing the plan as an aberration, the DSS said the plan would undermine civil rule as well as plunge the country into an avoidable crisis. These were disclosed in a statement by the spokesperson for the service, Peter Afunanya. The statement was titled ‘DSS confirms plot for interim government by misguided political actors’. It partly read, “The DSS has identified some key players in the plot for an Interim Government in Nigeria. The Service considers the plot, being pursued by these entrenched interests, as not only an aberration but a mischievous way to set aside the constitution and undermine civil rule as well as plunge the country into an avoidable crisis. “The illegality is totally unacceptable in a democracy and to the peace-loving Nigerians. This is even more so that the machination is taking place after the peaceful conduct o

Enugu State Tech Hub, the government owned state-of-the-art facility dedicated to technology innovation and development, has launched a new website to showcase the legacy projects of the governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Dr. Lawrence Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. The new website, which is part of the Tech Hub's ongoing efforts to uphold the governor core leadership values of  transparency and accountability in governance, will serve as a comprehensive repository of information on the various projects and initiatives undertaken by the Ugwuanyi administration during its tenure. Speaking to fountainCare correspondent about the website, the Managing Director of the Enugu State Tech Hub, Mr. Chidubem Anowor, noted that the platform is designed to provide citizens with easy access to information on the legacy projects of the Ugwuanyi's administration. According to him, the website will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, journalists, and other stakeholders i

The apex youths umbrella body in Nigeria, the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Enugu State Chapter has sent a congratulatory message to the Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, the Enugu State winner of the just concluded governorship election. The organization's official congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed by the Chairman and the Secretary , Comrade Bartholomew Okoh and Comrade Darlington Ugwuegbe respectively. Congratulatory Message Reads; CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO PETER NDUBUISI MBAH, PDP AND NDI ENUGU. The Enugu State Leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria - NYCN, on behalf of the entire youths and youth Organizations in Enugu State felicitates with you, the Governor-elect of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah on your victory in the just concluded Enugu State gubernatorial elections. In celebrating this victory, we must recognise that the triump is not exclusive to you, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah because it is a triumph  owned by the entire E

INVITATION! INVITATION!! INVITATION!!! Professor Jehu Onyekwere Nnaji PhD of Enugu umuedum, Amankanu Amurri in Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State, do heartily invite you to the burial/funeral ceremony of his late father, Mr. Godswill Okafor Nnaji who slept in the Lord on the 14th day of September, 2022 after a brief illness. The great Iroko, Mr. Godswill lived for 85 years (1937 - 2022). The Burial/Funeral Arrangements: Funeral date: Saturday, 8th of April, 2023. Venue: Enugu umuedum field in Enugu umuedum, Amankanu Amurri. Time: 10am May the soul of Mr. Gabriel and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in the bosom of the Lord, amen. Signed:  PROF. JEHU ONYEKWERE NNAJI PhD (FBIICL, MASIL, MIPSA MAPSA, MILS, MIBA, ICCMCC)

On behalf of persons with Disabilities In Enugu state under the umbrella body, National Disability Support Forum For Good Governance, Enugu State Chapter sincerely and heartly extend their congratulation to our very humbled leader, Barr. Dr. Peter Mbah on your recent victory as the governor elect, Enugu State. Your Excellency, we were never surprised about your victory as the governor elect under the platform of People's Democratic Party (PDP) considering your competence and giant strides in the labour market and the overwhelming support and acceptance by the people of Enugu state, hence was a clear reflection to your victory and an indication of people's will. We are very confident in your capacity and leadership skills through your policy document that is well comprehensive designed to rebuilding Enugu State to meet global best expectations both in area of economic growth, advanced security  modern infrastructures, human capital developments and participatory demo

The SUG President of Peaceland College If Education, Enugu, Comr. Prince Chukwudubem Aneke, has congratulated the winner of the 2023 Gubernatorial Election as declared by INEC in Enugu State. Comr. Prince while congratulating the PDP Guber Candidate, Barr. Peter Mbah, made it clear that Peter is a blessing to Ndi Enugu and the student community at large. Speaking on the victory of Mbah, Comr. Prince made it clear that the outcome of the elections was the people's will and the final signature of God showing that God is still interested in the business of Enugu State. He also used the opportunity to appeal to Barr. Peter while calling on him not to let the people of Enugu down. He equally prayed for God's guidance upon the Governor-elect and appealed to other candidates in the poll to accept the outcome of the results and join hands to move Enugu state forward.            Comr. Prince Chukwudubem  ..is the SUG President of Peaceland Enugu and the Leader of

The people of Nachi Community in Udi Local Government Area have conveyed their heartfelt felicitations to the governor elect of Enugu State Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and others who emerged from the just concluded 2023 elections. Their congratulatory message was contained in an official statement made by Dr. Chux Orji, aka Akajiugo, the President General Nachi. Congratulatory Message Reads; "We the entire people of Nachi Ancient Kingdom heartily congratulate the God given governor elect of Enugu state, HE Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah on his his well deserved victory in the keenly contested governorship election held on the 18th of March 2023. We as a community are proud to be associated with you and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). We sincerely pray God to give you uncommon wisdom and strength of character to actualize your lofty dreams of a beautiful and prosperous Enugu state. May Almighty God bless you with sound mind in healthy body as you take the mantle of leadershi

The Papyrus Magazine State House of Assembly Awards (PAMSHAA), a highly rated  Leadership Award giving  organisation that recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of legislators, extended awards  to  Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu of the Enugu State House of Assembly and other distinguished legislators  across the nation.                              VIDEO                           Loading....... The award recognizes Hon. Ezeugwu's exceptional leadership qualities, his unwavering commitment to public service, and his impressive track record of achievements in the legislative arena. Hon. Ezeugwu's colleagues and constituents alike have long admired his unwavering dedication to the advancement of the people's interests, a hallmark of his tenure as a state legislator. According to the report by The Papyrus Magazine Editorial, "Rt. Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu is a result oriented and dependable professional with a proven track record of effectively initiati