IMO BREAKING NEWS BLOG

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has called on Nigerians to report loan apps and businesses that engage in harassment over unpaid loans. The commission emphasized that no consumer should live in fear due to aggressive debt recovery tactics.  

This follows ongoing complaints about unethical practices by some digital lenders, including threats, blackmail, and unauthorized access to customers’ contacts. The FCCPC has been working to regulate online lending platforms and has previously sanctioned several operators for violating consumer protection laws.  

Nigerians facing harassment from loan apps are encouraged to report such cases to the FCCPC through official channels to ensure appropriate action is taken. 

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has intercepted 21 minors suspected to be victims of human trafficking at a checkpoint in Yobe State.  

The children, aged between 7 and 15, were found in a Toyota Hiace bus (registration number 10B-87GM) at the Geidam control point in Dunari, near the border with Niger Republic.  

According to an official NIS statement, the minors were being transported from Labule and Ibeto towns in Magama Local Government Area of Niger State to Maine Soroa in Niger Republic without valid travel documents or identification.  

Yobe State Comptroller, Mr. S.S. Jega, stated that the children had no knowledge of their destination, raising suspicions of human trafficking. He assured that they would be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation.  

Meanwhile, their guardian, Abubakar Saidu, a 28-year-old Islamic school teacher from Anaba, Magama Local Government Area, Niger State, was taken into custody.

The Nigeria Police have apprehended a 27-year-old dispatch rider in Abuja for allegedly transporting canisters of nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas.  

Authorities suspect the substance was being distributed for recreational use, despite growing concerns over its abuse. The arrest comes as law enforcement intensifies efforts to curb the illegal circulation of psychoactive substances in the country.  

Further investigations are ongoing to determine the source and intended destination of the laughing gas. 

The 81 Division of the Nigerian Army has said that a driver of a private vehicle “recklessly ran into troops” during its Bi-Annual Route March near Myhoung Barracks in Yaba, Lagos State, on Friday.

This resulted in the death of a soldier, with others sustaining various degrees of injuries, according to a statement signed by the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 81 Division, Lieutenant Colonel Olabisi Ayeni. He said that the deceased has been deposited in the mortuary while the injured are currently receiving medical care at 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital Yaba, Lagos.

Lieutenant Colonel Ayeni said that the 81 Division Military Police and other relevant security agencies are conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances that led to this incident. He added that the General Officer Commanding 81 Division NA, Major General Farouk Mijinyawa, expressed his deepest condolences to the families of the deceased soldier while praying for the speedy recovery of the wounded.

The GOC also called for calm among the public as investigation into the sad occurrence has commenced. “The Division remains steadfast in its commitment to training and readiness to discharge its duties despite this devastating event.

“Furthermore, this tragic loss will not deter the Division’s dedication to safeguarding the lives and properties within its Area of Operations in accordance with the NA’s constitutional mandate,” the statement added.

The Board of Trustees (BoT) of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has set up a committee to resolve the current crisis over the position of the National Secretary of the Party. Both Samuel Anyanwu and Udeh Okoye are laying claim to the position of the national secretary and the case is currently before the courts.

The crisis took another dimension when supporters of both men clashed at the PDP secretariat on Wednesday during the party’s BoT meeting. The PDP BoT chairman, Adulphus Wabara, in a communique after the meeting, announced that the committee will be led by Barr Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN.

According to Wabara, the committee is to interface with the parties, study the situation and report to the Board for further action. He noted that the Acting Chairman of the party, Umar Damagum, assured the BoT that the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting will hold as scheduled in scheduled in February 2025 “to address all pertinent issues and reaffirm our shared commitment to the unity, discipline, and ideals that bind us together as members of the PDP.”

The BoT meeting was presided over by the chairman, Adolphus Wabara, and it was attended by other prominent members including the acting national chairman of the party, Umar Damagun; ex-Niger governor, Babangida Aliyu; ex-Kaduna governor, Ahmed Markafi; and ex-Jigawa governor, Sule Lamido.

The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of two construction workers from the rubble of a collapsed three-story building along the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway in Awka.

The structure, located near the CBN building and adjacent to Diamond Pizza, was at the roofing stage when it suddenly collapsed late Wednesday while workers were still on-site. Eyewitnesses reported that the building caved in without warning, prompting bystanders and passersby to initiate rescue efforts before emergency responders arrived.

State police spokesperson SP Tochukwu Ikenga stated on Thursday that the rescued workers were rushed to the hospital and are responding to treatment. No fatalities have been recorded.

Authorities have since cordoned off the site, and investigations are ongoing. The site engineer and the building owner have been invited for questioning, while the Awka Capital Territory Development Authority has set up a panel of inquiry to determine the cause of the collapse.

Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has pledged a decisive military response to reclaim control of eastern DR Congo from M23 rebels, whom he accused of being backed by Rwanda.

In a televised address on Wednesday night, Tshisekedi condemned the rebel group’s capture of Goma and its continued push southward. He announced a “vigorous and coordinated response” to counter the insurgents and criticized the international community’s inaction amid the escalating crisis.

Calling on all Congolese citizens to support the army, Tshisekedi vowed that the nation would not bow to “humiliation” and would ultimately defeat the rebels. The conflict has already displaced over 500,000 people, worsening humanitarian conditions, with Goma facing severe shortages of electricity, water, and food.

Despite a virtual summit of East African leaders urging dialogue with all armed groups, Tshisekedi rejected direct talks with M23, insisting on discussions only with Rwanda. He also expressed gratitude to the South African Development Community (SADC) and UN peacekeepers who lost their lives in the conflict, including 13 South African troops killed in Goma.

Tensions between South Africa and Rwanda have escalated, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa accusing Rwanda of involvement in the deaths, a claim rejected by President Paul Kagame. Meanwhile, reports suggest M23 is advancing toward Bukavu, DR Congo’s second-largest city, as the Congolese army attempts to establish defensive positions.

Angola has called for urgent peace talks, while international pressure on Rwanda has intensified. The U.S., EU, and China have urged Rwanda to withdraw from DR Congo, and both the UK and Germany have threatened to cut aid in response to the violence. The UK has placed £32 million in bilateral aid under review, while Germany has canceled planned aid discussions with Rwanda.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced plans for a nationwide protest on February 4 against the Nigerian Communications Commission's (NCC) approval of a 50% telecom tariff hike.

In a statement signed by NLC President Joe Ajaero, the union condemned the increase as unjust and insensitive, warning that failure to reverse the decision could lead to a nationwide boycott of telecommunication services.

Civil society organizations, including CISLAC and the Take It Back Movement, have pledged support for the protest, urging the government to reconsider the hike.

Meanwhile, telecom operators and industry stakeholders have defended the increase, arguing that it is necessary for service improvement and industry sustainability.

The Federal Government announced on Tuesday that it had repatriated 828 foreign nationals in 2024.

Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the disclosure during a media briefing in Abuja, stating that the repatriations were carried out by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).

Although the specific offenses of the individuals were not disclosed, the deportation was part of the government's efforts to address illegal immigration.

..... As Nze Obiefule evades arrest again and risks 10 years in jail. 

A Rejoinder:

By Comrade Ikenna Sam-Nwadike

It is only a good tree-bearing fruit that attract stones.  We are therefore not surprised that Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefule, The  Anoruo 1 Of Umuezeanoruo Eziama, has become a subject to be tossed around, left, right and Centre, on social and print media by those who woefully lost at the Court of Appeal, in the Ezeship stool tussle of Umuezeanoruo Eziama community in Nkwerre local government area of Imo State.

Ordinarily, one wouldn't have bothered to respond to the organized blackmail on the integrity and credibility of His Royal Majesty, but because we do not want the public to be deceived by the  narratives in the false publication in circulation on social media and local Newspapers, we have decided to step forward with the undiluted facts, which are verifiable. However, bad losers are finding it very difficult to swallow the bitter pill of their loss at the Court of Appeal.

Years ago, precisely in 2011, during the tale end of the Governor Ikedi Godson Ohakim's administration, Umuezeanoruo Eziama community in Nkwerre local government area of Imo State was granted Autonomous status. This was followed by the tussle of who becomes the traditional ruler of the community. A Committee was set up to screen those who had indicated interest, with terms of reference given as a module for the selection of qualified person/persons. While the Imo State Government Traditional Chieftaincy Act pegged the minimum qualification at School Certificate level, the screening Committee disregarded it and came up with a minimum qualification of a university degree.

Again, because there were vested interest, the then President General of the Town Union, Mr Lawrence Nwadike, reportedly manipulated the screening Committee and directed them to disqualify, by screening out, all other persons in the race, leaving only Mr Emmanuel Ekwujuru Uzoho. This was clandestinely carried out. It should be noted that the purported university degree certificate which was presented by Emmanuel Ekwujuru Uzoho was never verified. Even at that, proper election was not conducted. Because the screening Committee was on an evil mission, the Degree certificate presented by Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefula was tagged "fake", with no cogent and verifiable reason, except to execute a hatchet job, as directed by the then President General of the Community Town Union, Mr Lawrence Nwadike and his cohorts.

Nevertheless, realizing the unpatriotic action the Committee members committed, a member of the Committee, Mr Kelvin Agoha, reportedly confessed, in the open, what transpired and how he and his other Committee members were cajoled, with mouth watering promises, to disqualify every other person, and confirming only Mr Emmanuel Ekwujuru Uzoho. 

Again, before the Autonomous status came, Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefule and Mr Emmanuel Ekwujuru Uzoho were from Nduho Na Ogbo. Before Autonomy was granted, His Royal Majesty found himself in Nduho while Chief Emmanuel Ekwujuru Uzoho was Umuogbo, where his father, grandfather and great-grandfather also came from. But because of his insatiable taste and quest for the Ezeship stool, he became unstable and couldn't rightfully proclaim his actual village identity. 

Therefore, not satisfied with the clandestine manner he was screened out, Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefule approached the law court, as the last hope of the common man. And after the rigorous process of seeking for justice, Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefule got the judgement of Appeal Court in his favour.

Since he lost at the Appeal Court, Mr Emmanuel Ekwujuru Uzoho has not been himself. He has continued to create tension in the community, instigating crisis of unimaginable proportion, to the extent that the Imo State Police Command (Tiger-Base) intervened. 

On the allegation that Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefule intimidates people using guns, the general public should observe and note that a  drowning man can allege anything just to stay afloat, hence these shameless losers have been circulating AI generated pictures and videos, purporting them to be the humble gentleman. Proper scrutiny will unveil the truth.

On the issue of Police invitations that came from Zone 9 on 01/01/2025, Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefule was asked to report on the 10th of January 2025, which he did as an Honourable man of peace, and addressed all the purported issues raised against  him by Mr Emmanuel Ekwujuru Uzoho and his cohorts. Graciously, he returned home same day. Just last friday, 24th January 2025, another invitation came from the Force Headquarters of the Nigeria Police, asking him to report to their office on 30th January 2025. The Police never issued arrest warrant on the person and personality of His Royal Majesty. 

Where then does "evading" arrest come from? This is indeed laughable and should be seen as the outbursts of a frustrated loser and his cohorts. Nevertheless, we will live to see the end to these orchestrated drama and sponsored publications aimed at damaging the credibility and integrity of Hrm Eze Emeka Andrew Obiefule, as his legal team are on top of the matter to formally handle these false publications.

While assuring the public that His Royal Majesty has the support of the people of Umuezeanoruo Eziama in bringing about peace, unity and progress in the community, he is presently preoccupied in galvanizing massive support for the purposeful leadership of His Excellency Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma and to ensure that the 3-R Shared Prosperity Administration succeeds resoundingly. Any other thing should be seen as mere distraction.

The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has announced the commencement of recruitment for various positions within the Federal Civil Service.

In a statement released on Monday by Taiwo Hassan, Head of Press and Public Relations for the FCSC, eligible Nigerians are encouraged to apply through the Commission’s official recruitment portal.

Applicants are advised to apply for only one position and upload relevant documents, including:

Curriculum Vitae

Certificates (Ph.D., Master’s, Degree, HND, NCE, WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, Primary School)

NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate

Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age

Local Government Identification

Recent passport photograph

The vacancy details are available on the FCSC’s website, www.fedcivilservice.gov.ng, and in national newspapers.

The application deadline is Monday, 10th March 2025.

A BILL FOR A LAW TO MAKE THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CLOSE CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV) IN ALL PUBLIC PLACES MANDATORY IN IMO STATE, NIGERIA. 

Sponsored by: Rt. Hon. Engr. Uche Francis Agabige. 

Security is every man's business and a thing of concern in the present day Nigeria. The Honorable member representing Orsu State Constituency in the Imo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Engr. Uche Francis Agabige, Mnse has taken the bull by the horn to propose this all important bill which has passed second reading at the floor of the Hallowed chamber which seeks to make it mandatory in install CCTV in all public places.

The insecurity in Imo state and many parts of the South East, Nigeria has been generating serious attention in several quarters. While the government at both the Federal and state levels – especially the Government of Imo State under the leadership of Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma - have been making concerted efforts to effectively address the situation, this bill is aimed at contributing to these efforts by leveraging on a practicable collaboration between the government and the people using technology. 

Close Circuit Television (CCTV) technology has been proven to be an effective tool for enhancing monitoring and surveillance of public places, creating the needed lead for investigation by security agents by providing valuable evidence for effective prosecution of offenders, enhancing the prevention and control of violent crimes, and improving public safety for all and sundry. 

The active involvement of Ndi Imo (including indigenes and residents in the state) in the installation and maintenance of CCTV systems has the potential to create in every Imolite, a sense of collective responsibility in the enhancement of security and collective safety of all stakeholders in Imo State. 

The installation and maintenance of CCTV systems in public places have the potential to significantly enhance the security infrastructure of Imo State, by providing real-time monitoring, recording, and analysis of activities in key locations such as worship centers, markets, parks, hospitals, educational institutions, private establishments and government buildings, and other areas of public interest.

It is essential to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework mandating the installation and maintenance of CCTV systems in all public places within Imo State, to ensure consistency, compliance, and effectiveness in the deployment of this technology for security purposes

This legislation seeks to promote public safety, prevent crime, and enhance the overall quality of life for the people of Imo State by making the installation and maintenance of CCTV systems mandatory in all public places.

If this Bill is passed into law, it will be called Imo State Public Safety Surveillance Law.

Rt. Hon. Uche Francis Agabige is in the business of making quality laws that is beneficial to Ndi Imo and Nigeria in general.

To God be the glory!

...as IAWPA presents him as International Mayor of Peace Status

An internationally recognized philanthropist of note and pathfinder of great nobility, Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons has been honored by the International Association of World Peace Advocates as the International Eminent Peace Ambassador. 

Speaking during the presentation of the prestigious award to Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons, the spokesman of the group, Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke said that the awardee is the fifty person in the whole of Africa to have received the honor, saying that the Liberian President, George Weah was the second person to been honored by the International Association of World Peace Advocates 

Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke disclosed that Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons will be representing the whole of Imo, Igboland, Nigeria and African race in the world activities. 

He maintained that Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons was considered for this prestigious award based on his kind and philanthropic gestures to the society. 

The spokesman of the International Association of World Peace Advocates added that the group is known for it's advocacy in championing peace and unity the world all over. 

He further said that Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons will be certified as a global diplomat in line his mandate as an international Peace ambassador. 

Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke described Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons as a dedicated and committed youngman that has contributed greatly to his community and society. 

The Highpoint of the ceremony was the conferment of International Mayor of Peace Status in 2024.

Amb. Emmanuel Nkweke disclosed that the International Association of World Peace Advocates donated three boreholes to Ugiri communities and one thousand exercise books to the students to show their undying love to Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons. 

Speaking earlier, Prof. Amb. Chidi Ehiriodo, Int'l director IAWPA pointed out that the group stand strongly for peace and sustainable development which he noted that Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons stands for. 

The International Director of IAWPA expressed his heartfelt joy with the testimonies of the people of the community for Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons. 

Addressing the mammoth crowd that gathered to witness the conferment of International Eminent Peace Ambassador to Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons, the International World Peace President, His Eminence, Amb. Per Stafsen said that they decided to honor him based on the information given to them by the first recipient of the award in Imo, Lord Mayor Amb. Peter Ifeanyi Asunoye.

The International World Peace President expressed belief that the new World Peace Ambassador will live up to his billings and expectations. 

Earlier, Chief Stanley Osuji and Rev. Fr. Dr. Ngozi Osuji commended the International Association of World Peace Advocates for honoring their beloved brother who they described as a beacon of hope and peace personified. 

The duo maintained that the honor done to their beloved brother, Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons is one in the right direction.

They called on all and sundry to share in their joy even as they expressed confidence in the ability of their brother to live up to his new status in the society. 

Adding his voice, Chief Engr. Paul Ozigbo thanked the International Association of World Peace Advocates for the honor to his brother and friend, Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons. 

He noted that the International Association of World Peace Advocates has shown that they are seeing the good work of Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons. 

Receiving the award, Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons thanked the International Association of World Peace Advocates for recognizing his little contribution to the society.

He promised to do everything humanly possible to live up to his billings and expectations as a World Peace Ambassador. 

In their separate prayers for the awardee, HRH Eze Marcel Agbata, chairman Ugiri council of Traditional rulers, HRH Eze Mathew Onweni and HRH Eze Jude Onyenagburu commended the International Association of World Peace Advocates for honoring their beloved son, pointing out that the Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons has proven himself as a philanthropist of international standing.

The Royal Fathers reassured the awardee, Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons of their continuous prayers and supports. 

Dignitaries present during the presentation of the Prestigious award to Lord Mayor Osuji Kenneth Alphons are ; Chief Iyke Eze, Uche Elueme, Chief Engr Nnamdi Nwakwasi, Mr. Henry Njoku and others too numerous to mention. 

The Founder/General Overseer of His Royal Highness Church of God Int'l Baltimore Maryland USA, Pastor Dr. Justin Chimezie Aguguo has congratulated the Christians brethrens all over the world on Xmas day celebrations. 

Pastor Dr. Aguguo enjoined Christians all over the world to love one another just like Christ himself loved us without discrimination. 

The man of God who spoke through the Director of media and Publicity of the Church, Evang Kelechi Uzomah admonished Christians brethrens to always reflect on the teachings of our lord Jesus Christ in all their dealings in life.

He maintained that Jesus Christ came so that we can have a everlasting peace and joy, saying that we should use the birth of our lord and personal saviour to show love to one another. 

Pastor Dr. Justin Aguguo said that Jesus Christ demonstrated in all his activities his undying passion, commitment and love for all of us.

He posited that the only thing Jesus Christ wants in return for his undying love for us is to love one another and live in peace and harmony with fellow humans. 

According to him, "Every Christmas day is symbolic and unique because Jesus Christ was born on Christmas day and for that reason, we should use his birth to make peace with one another ".

The Founder/General Overseer of His Royal Highness Church of God Int'l Baltimore Maryland USA called on God to intervene in the situations of Nigerian.

The servant of the most high God said that the almighty God must intercede on behalf of Nigerians, pointing out that the economic realities of the country is not palatable at all. 

He enjoined Christians brethrens to continue to have faith in God as only him can help us in the situations we have found ourselves in Nigeria. 

As part of his efforts to ensuring that the people of Obollo Autonomous Community in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State enjoy light, Chief Gozie Confidence Nwachukwu has donated solar street lights to all the villages in the Obollo Community. 

The philanthropist of note and pathfinder of great nobility installed the solar street lights in all the villages in Obollo communities in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area. 

According to the humanitarian of international standing, "the solar street lights in Obollo communities will help to lighten up the environment during this yuletide period".

The donor is a well known youth empowerment mastron who donates a yearly football competition for all the youths in the Obollo Community in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area. 

High Chief Gozie Confidence Nwachukwu has completely helped in restoring peace, unity and harmony amongst youths of Obollo Community. 

He is highly regarded and respected in the whole of Obollo Autonomous Community as he's foundation has secured scholarship to a good number of youths in the community. 

Unhappy with the outcome of the recent offcycle Governorship Election in Imo State, the Standard bearer and the Candidate of the Young Progressive Party YPP in the Election has filed a petition to the Election Petition Tribunal to register its grievances and what it termed "ignominious subversion of the will of Imo people". 

According to a press release from Rt. Hon Michael Anyanwu, the Special Assistant Media to High Chief Dr. Kemdi Chino Opara he urge all their supporters to stay steadfast and optimistic as they remain confident that the Judiciary will dispense justice fairly and uphold the rule of law as an essential pillar of democracy. 

The statement reads, "This is to inform all members and supporters of the Imo Liberation Project, YPP faithfuls and the general public yearning for quality leadership and good governance in the State that the Candidate of the Party (YPP) in the last Imo governorship election, High Chief Dr. Kemdi Chino Opara and the Party have taken the legal step of filing a petition at the Imo Governorship Election Tribunal in their commitment to lawfully challenge the outcome of the Guber election in the State towards ensuring that the stolen mandate is recovered."

"There is no gainsaying that what was experienced on the 11th of November 2023 in Imo State was an ignominious subversion of the will of Imo people who were denied the opportunity to freely give their mandate to Dr. Opara and the YPP. The obvious larceny is injurious to our democracy and should not be allowed to stand for whatever reasons, he continued. 

Moreso, there seem to be glaring evidence of fraud in the election as more than 11 political parties have filed different suit contending the legality of the Election result. 

The Founder/General Overseer of His Royal Highness Church of God Int'l Baltimore Maryland USA, Pastor Dr. Justin Chimezie Aguguo has joined Imolites all over the world to salute Governor Hope Uzodimma on well deserved victory at the just concluded Imo off-season election. 

Pastor Aguguo called on the Imo State Governor, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma to continue to work for overall betterment and interest of the people of the State. 

The man of God enjoined the Imo State Governor to continue to govern the State with the fear of God in order for him to enjoy the peace and favour of God.

The Imo born US based Cleric told the Governor that God is interested in Imo State and that was why he gave him victory at the poll.

He told the Governor Hope Uzodimma to bear it in mind that he is the Governor of the whole Imo State and therefore must continue to work in tandem with the will of God. 

The servant of the most high God reassured the Governor, Hope Uzodimma of his readiness to continue to pray for his Government to succeed at all levels.  

The Founder/General Overseer of His Royal Highness Church of God Int'l Baltimore Maryland USA, Dr. Pastor Justin Chimezie Aguguo has joined Imolites of good conscience to call for free, fair and credible election in Imo State. 

The General Overseer who spoke through the Director of Media and Publicity of the Church, Evang. Kelechi Uzomah, said that the people of Imo State should vote for the right person in the election. 

Dr. Justin Aguguo added that the people of Imo State should avoid rancor and acrimony and ensure that the right person is voted to govern the State in the November 11, 2023, Imo Governorship election. 

The highly sought after man of God said that Imolites deserves the best in terms of good governance, rule of  law, accountability and transparency in governance. 

The Eze Umu African na America enjoined the people of the State to shun acts and activities that is capable of endearing good governance in the State. 

Pastor Aguguo said that the good people of Imo State should try as much as possible not to play politics with the election of November 11, 2023, in order to usher in good governance. 

The Isiala Mbano born servant of the most High God added that the people of Imo State should try as much as possible to elect a Governor that will listen to the plights of the people. 

According to him," Ndi Imo needs a Governor that will be Governor for all Imolites and not a section of the State." Let's forget about the things we are going to get in the Government but strive to elect a Governor that will work for the betterment of the whole state."

"As a son of the soil, it's my prayers that the people lord will give us a Governor that will advance the cause of the people of Imo State."

"He called on all and sundry to come out en mass to elect a Governor that will work for the whole of the state." 

The Traditional Prime Minister of Anara Ancient kingdom in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State, High Chief Mike Duru Ejiogu has called on the good people of the Community to use their votes to thank the State Governor, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma for his generosity, projects and appointments in the Community. 

High Chief Mike Ejiogu who spoke to the entire people of the Community at the Eze's palace, said that the Governor Hope Uzodimma has proven to all and sundry that he love the good people of Anara Autonomous Community. 

He maintained that he will not campaign for the Governor in the Community given the obvious fact that Senator Hope Uzodimma tarred the Owerri/Okigwe road to Okigwe Local Government Area of the State. 

The pride of Anara Autonomous Community added that the Governor equally has started building the Holy Rosary Catholic Church Umuehie Anara Community with street lights and has appointed many of sons and daughters of the Community in key positions in his cabinet. 

High Chief Mike Ejiogu, who is the signature of Okigwe zone in Imo State used the opportunity to call on the good people of the Community to vote the Governor Hope Uzodimma for his many appointments and projects in the Community  

According to him, "We can not thank the Governor enough for capturing the Community in all his programmes and activities in the whole community, saying that the November 11, 2023 is a good opportunity to reciprocate the kind gestures of the Governor to the community. "

High Chief Mike Ejiogu told the good people of Anara Autonomous Community that Governor Hope Uzodimma has promised to appoint Anara sons and daughters as Commissioners and SAs in his new Government. 

"Join me on Saturday November 11, 2023 to deliver the people's Governor in the 15 booths in the whole of the Anara community ".

....CONDEMN THE PREJUDICIAL, UNJUST AND UNJUSTIFIABLE DISCRIMINATION AND EXCLUSION OF MOST GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATES FROM SHOWCASING THEIR MANIFESTO

A frontrunner and the Candidate of the Young Progressive Party (YPP) Dr. Kemdi Chino Opara yesterday walked out from the townhall meeting for Guber Candidate as organized by the Justice, Development, Peace and Caritas Commission (JDPC) of Owerri Catholic Ecclesiastical Province, at Maria Assumpta.

According to a release by Dr. Kemdi Chino Opara Governorship Campaign office and signed by Rt. Hon Michael Anyanwu, the Deputy Director, Media and Communications, it read in parts;

"We want to unequivocally express our utmost dissatisfaction with the discriminatory and prejudicial manner in which the supposed Townhall meeting for Imo Governorship candidates was conducted by the Justice, Development, Peace and Caritas Commission (JDPC) of Owerri Catholic Ecclesiastical Province, at Maria Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri."

"While we commend the faith-based organization for conceptualizing the idea of the gubernatorial debate which would have given the governorship candidates the opportunity to address Imo people on their plans, mission and vision for them and the State, we condemn in very strong terms its decision to have just 6 out of the 17 political parties fielding governorship candidates to present their manifestoes at the Townhall meeting."

"The embarrassing sinister arrangement that ensured the deliberate exclusion of most governorship candidates from the debate is prejudicial, unjust and unjustifiable. It obviously runs foul of the good governance advocacy which the faith-based organization stands for and grossly undermines its vision towards achieving an Imo society where social justice, equity and human dignity thrives for the common Good."

"As a matter of fact, denying the standard-bearer of the Young Progressives Party (YPP), High Chief Dr. Kemdi Chino Opara, who at present and by all standards is the most credible and eminently qualified gubernatorial candidate in Imo state the opportunity to showcase his Imo Liberation roadmap at the Townhall meeting is a great disservice to Ndi Imo and suggests a failed attempt to weaken the prospect of our candidate in the forthcoming governorship election in the State."

"It was on this ground that our governorship candidate, his running mate and some members of the YPP Campaign Council who arrived the venue of the Townhall meeting in high spirit decided to stage a walkout in protest of the needless discrimination and exclusion of most governorship candidates from the event."

"On a sad note, it is unfortunate that only 20 supporters of the candidates were accredited to enter the hall without the public in attendance. So what manner of a Townhall meeting is that? Are the manifestos presentation only meant for the party supporters?"

"It is highly regrettable and saddening to see that a faith-based organization with one of the best platforms to help Ndi Imo make informed decision in the forthcoming election by giving them the opportunity of knowing the strength, weakness and the overall fitness of those seeking to govern the State decided to be nepotic instead of giving equal opportunity to all the governorship candidates", he concluded.