Recently, we reported an announcement from the State Government that the Free University education would begin in September 2012. While many applaud the Administration for the initiative, many are of the opinion that it would be impossible to sustain the programme. Mr. Mbaliri happens to be one of those who …
Secretary to the Imo State Government, Prof. Tony Anwuka is a year older today! The former Vice Chancellor of Imo State University has a lot to be thankful for as he reflects on God’s goodness in his life over the past year. Please join IMO STATE BLOG in wishing Prof.Anwuka …
Sensational actress, Stephanie Okereke exchanged wedding vows with her longtime partner, Linus Idahosa yesterday in Paris. An indigene of Ngor Okpala, LGA , Stephanie is arguably one of the finest actresses the Nigerian Film industry has produced. With her gentle character, the Idahosa Family are blessed with a rare gem …
Late Justice Michael O. Eziri was laid to rest on Friday April, 20th . Justice Eziri’s sad demise occured on March 10th, 2012. He was aged 77. This has been a very troubling period for the Eziri family. It will be recalled that on March 9th, Justice Eziri’s son …
Most Imolites home and abroad are yet to understand the essence of the proposed 4th Tier government by Governor Rochas Okorocha. The other day we learnt the Bill was returned to the Governor. Then recently it was announced that the Imo State Government has begun redeploying Civil servants to their various …
Hmm. I was minding my business today when an Imolite reached out to me via messenger. Her first line was … “Your Uncle was booed today at the Secretariat“. “Uncle” ofcourse being Governor Rochas Okorocha. LWKMD. You people should free me abeg! Anyway, so back to the gist. …
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 …
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 …