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Enugu’s commissioner for works, infrastructure admonishes staff on performances aligned with Gov Mbah ‘s vision

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure in Enugu state, Engr. Ben Osy Okoh, has convened the first management meeting of the Ministry for the year, charging Directors, Engineers, Architects, and other senior officials to prepare for increased responsibilities as the administration accelerates infrastructure development across Enugu State. The meeting provided an opportunity to review the Ministry’s…

Police confirm bandits’ note to attack Oyo community

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the discovery of alleged bandits’ warning notes in Ikoyi-Ile, Oriire Local Government Area of the state, saying an investigation has commenced to determine their origin and intent. The development has reportedly triggered panic among residents of Ikoyi-Ile following claims that suspected bandits planned to attack the town. Ikoyi-Ile is…

Lagos govt condoles Chimamanda Adichie over son’s death, orders investigation

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago06 mins

Lagos State Government has condoled Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie and her family, over the death of her son, Nkanu, on January 6. This was contained in a statement made available by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, on Saturday in Lagos . She described the death of Nkanu as a…

Police recover stolen vehicles in Enugu, arrest six suspects

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Enugu State Police Command has recovered two stolen vehicles and arrested six male suspects in two separate operations. The police public relations officer of Enugu state police command, SP Daniel Ndukwe in a statement made available to Newsmen on Sunday in Enugu said, “in the first operation, on 8th January 2026, at about 12:30 p.m.,…

Rejoinder on the repeal , re-enactment of 2024, 2025 appropriation Acts

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

By Prof. Chiwuike Uba, Ph.D. The recent press statement by the Budget Office of the Federation seeks to clarify the legal basis for the repeal and re-enactment of the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Acts. While the effort to engage public concerns is welcome, the explanation provided raises significant constitutional, fiscal governance, and transparency issues that…

2027: Nkanu royal fathers endorse Gov Mbah for second tenure …..As Igwe Nwatu marks 50 years on the throne

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago08 mins

Traditional rulers of Nkanu land ,Enugu state, Friday, endorsed the Governor of Enugu state, Dr Peter Mbah for a second tenure, presenting him with an” ofo” staff (the Igbo symbol of authority, truth and justice) They made the presentation and endorsement at the 50th coronation anniversary celebration of the traditional rule of Ihuokpara , HRM…

Mbah unveils 2026 AFRD emblem , urges sustainable support for Nigerian Legion

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago07 mins

Enugu State of Enugu state, Dr. Peter Mbah, has unveiled the 2026 Armed forces Remembrance Day emblem, extolling the sacrifices of Nigeria’s ex-servicemen and fallen heroes for the safety of citizens and the nation’s territorial integrity, calling for sustainable support for the Nigerian legion.. He gave the commendation during the official unveiling and launch of…

Gov Mbah charges Enugu MDAs on N870bn IGR Target

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago07 mins

Enugu State Governor,, Dr. Peter Mbah, has charged Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the state government’s workforce to meet the N870 billion target projected in the state’s 2026 budget, citing the unpredictability of external revenue sources like the Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocation, given the prevailing geo-political tensions around the globe. Mbah gave…

Governor Mbah, Senator Ken Nnamani to grace golden jubilee anniversary of Igwe Fidelis Nwatu ‘s coronation

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Enugu state governor,Dr. Peter Mbah and Senator Ken Nnamani will on Friday, January 9Th, attend the golden jubilee celebration of the coronation of the traditional ruler of Ihuokpara in Nkanu East, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Fidelis O. Nwatu, Eze Agabi II and Grand Patron of the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council. Governor Mbah will attend…

Governor Mbah Visits Admiral Ogalla in Umuopu, Igbo-Eze North

Maureen Ikpeama3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah,at the weekend , paid a courtesy visit to the immediate past Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla (Rtd.),, at his country home in Umuopu, Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area, describing Vice Admiral Ogalla as a sterling example of disciplined leadership, professionalism, and patriotic service,. Admiral…