There is no questioning the fact that Ngor/Okpala one of the oldest Local Government Areas in Imo State has not been given its pride of place in the scheme of things, politically or in terms of development. From 1999 to date one can hardly pinpoint one envious, jealousy-oriented or generating …
Dear Owelle, I remember when clad in shinning white buba with red cap to match , you approached a waiting crowd in Owerri asking for their support.It was the 2011 electioneering period in Imo state of Nigeria. With the confidence of your gift of gab, your chest heaved as you speak …
As Chief Dr. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu marks his 69th Birthday today, one thing he could have wished for was the presence of his loving wife, best friend and confidante, Lady Eudora who was snatched away by the cold hands of death exactly one week ago.(8/28/11) The stage was set for a …
Late Lady Eudora Iwuanyanwu – Right (Yellow) IMO STATE BLOG regrets to announce the passing away of Lady Eudora Iwuanyanwu on Sunday August, 28th 2011. She died after a sudden Cardiac- arrest in her home in London. She was aged 63. Lady Eudora Iwuanyanwu was the wife to Elder statesman and renowned …
Typically the first 100 days in office is a traditional period of political accountability . In a democratic dispensation, we track the highlights of the first 100 days to evaluate the accomplishments, initiatives and governing style of our elected Leaders. As we approach the 100 days milestone for Governor Rochas …
L-R: Sir Emmanuel Ahanonu, (Pres) Imo state Union UK, Gov. Rochas Okorocha, & Chief Ethelbert Maduakolam, (Sec) Imo State Union, UK Imo State Governor Owelle Rochas Anayo Okorocha has declared in London that Imo State Union, UK, under the leadership of Sir Emmanuel Ahanonu is the only Union recognised by his government …
After all the Petitions and Blackmail, the vindication of Imo State Deputy Governor by the Nassau County District Attorney’s office puts a seal on the wagging tongues. Those who took part in the “Slander-Campaign” now have their heads buried in shame. Truly, as the Bible notes in Jeremiah 17:9, “The …
Before the Nigeria Civil War, Agricultural Development Corporation (ADC) as it was known then at Nekede was a source of abundance of massive food production, dishing out sweet oranges, tangerines, large cassava tubers, sweet potatoes, eggs, hens, roosters, fresh vegetables and cow/pig meats. It is sad to note that successive …
Some Nigerian politicians play the ostrich game; hard to hear, hard to see and hard to smell trouble brewing in the air. Days ago, Invitation started spreading round for a 50,000 man march In Owerri in solidarity for the 10,000 disengaged Imo State graduate workers. But Governor Okorocha is not …
According to information shared with IMO STATE BLOG from the State House of Assembly, Gov.Rochas Okorocha has embarked on a two week working visit to Asia (China). On this trip, he intends to attract foreign investors to the State to develop the areas of Power, Agriculture and Tourism. In his absense, Deputy …
On August 22nd 2011, Emperor Iwualla who served as the former Chief Press Secretary to the immediate past Deputy Governor, Ada Okwonu published an article in the Nigerian Horn calling on the Resignation of Imo State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt.Hon Benjamin Uwajumogu. In this rejoinder, Ikenna Samuelson Iwuoha the …
Each time I criticize Pres.Jonathan, it seems as if I am just anti the Federal Government looking for any opportunity to undermine the Administration of President Goodluck Jonathan. That is not the case. As someone who whole heartedly supported the Candidacy of Pres.Jonathan, I must be allowed to express my …