The hour of reckoning finally came for Former Governor of Delta State, James Ibori. Today in court, his Lawyer Nicholas Pernell argued that Ibori played a part in supporting British industry even before he became governor. As evidence, he presented a letter from British Airways, thanking Ibori for restoring direct …
A few hours ago, the World Bank named Dr. Jim Yong Kim as the next World Bank. Despite the loud opposition from emerging countries who were rooting in support of Madam Ngozi, Dr. Kim scaled through to become the 12th President of the institution. The unspoken creed between the World …
Contractors in Imo have commended Governor Rochas Okorocha for releasing N10 billion Naira for the payment of road projects in the state. Information contained in a Government House Press release made available to IMO STATE BLOG disclosed that the Contractors have assured that the payment will accelerate work in several sites all over the …
We were reluctant to carry this story when someone who witnessed this incident called in to alert us. Days later, veteran journalist, Chidi Nkwopara reports that the Imo State Police Command has confirmed invasion of a first generation commercial bank (name withheld) situated along Mbari Street, Ikenegbu Layout, Owerri, by …
Pope Benedict XVI marks 85 golden years on earth today!! Pope Benedict XVI is the 265th and current Pope, by virtue of his office of Bishop of Rome, the Sovereign of the Vatican City State and the leader of the Catholic Church. Pope Benedict XVI was elected on 19 April 2005 in a papal conclave, celebrated his Papal Inauguration Mass on 24 April 2005, and took possession of …
Finally, Gov.Rochas Okorocha has sacked the Transition Committee Chairman of Ohaji/Egbema local council area, Mr. Greg Anyanwu, for alleged gross incompetence. LOL!! That is the reason they gave on his sack paper but those with their ears to the ground know Mr. Greg Anyanwu’s days were numbered. His cup was …
National Teachers Institution has commended Imo Governor’s feat in the education sector especially his all round free education scheme to accommodate the poor and the poorest of the poor. The effort of the Governor of Imo State, Owelle Rochas Okorocha OON may have begun to receive appreciation of people …
Still on Prince Eze Madumere’s Grand reception … Here is a comprehensive event brief by Uche Onwuchekwa, Media Assistant to the Chief of Staff. ~ Every a man that has a discerning mind that was present at the Grand Reception by Umu Mbieri in honour of their illustrious son …
The Speaker of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, has condemned the military coups in Guinea-Bissau. He said the coups which comes on the heels of a similar attempt in Mali was capable of derailing democratic gains in the West African sub-region should …
Exactly one week ago today on April 7th, Umu Mbieri United threw a befitting reception in honour of their son, Prince Eze Madumere. The Grand event attracted the creme da la creme of the society. Mbieri was brought to a stand still!! His Excellency Owelle Rochas Okorocha and …
We just had to share this!!! Hopefully, Prince Eze Madumere’s story will serve as an inspiration to all. Please read… To God alone be all the glory! I have sought nothing else from my God than requesting the blessing of wisdom and a gift of resources to foster …
Speaker of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS Parliament, Senator Ike Ekweremadu has commended the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of States and Government and the international community for the restoration of constitutionalism in Mali. Senator Ekweremadu in a reaction to the swearing of Speaker …