OPINION- The removal of Jude Agbaso: Another fake impeachment?
At last, Sir Jude Agbaso has been removed from office as Deputy Governor of Imo State; by the State House of Assembly. In essence, everyone including the blind probably saw it coming. The way it was handled has also made it to become the latest fake impeachment in Nigeria. The …
IMO STATE: Roll-call of the 2015 Governorship hopefuls so far – By Charles Ogugbuaja
As the race for the governorship race in 2015 draws nearer in Imo State, the list of speculated contenders to the seat, currently held by Chief Rochas Okorocha, is lengthening by the day. It includes the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Chief Emeka Ihedioha; Representative Bethel Amadi; Senator …
What advise do you have for the new Deputy Governor, Eze Madumere?
March 2013 added an interesting chapter to the history of Imo State. For the first time since the State was created 37 years ago, we witnessed the impeachment of a Deputy Governor. Sir Jude Agbaso still maintains that he is innocent and it is only proper to believe him …
IMO: The agony of a privatized state – By: Ethelbert Okere
When a few months ago agents of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested some functionaries of the Imo state government over alleged financial irregularities, hell was let loose. The governor, Chief Okorocha, went berserk. He accused his so-called enemies of master minding the arrests and in a baffling …
OPINION: Open Letter to Governor Rochas Okorocha on the political saga in our dear Imo.
The political saga in our dear Imo State appears to have finally ended with the impeachment of the former Deputy Governor Sir Jude Agbaso following allegation of bribery and corruption charges. Of course, we do not condone any act of bribery and corruption; however this measure should be accorded to …
PHOTOS: Swearing in ceremony of Prince Eze Madumere as Imo State Deputy Governor.
On Saturday March 30th, His Excellency Prince Eze Madumere, MFR was sworn in as the 6th Deputy Governor of Imo State. This development comes on the heels of the historical impeachment of Sir Jude Agbaso . According to an official statement from the Government House signed by Ebere Uzoukwa, “Madumere …
OPINION: A trip to Imo State – By: Stephen Nwahiri
For a very long time, I have refrained from commenting on issues that arise from my dear state, Imo. My last commentary was after the 2011 National Assembly election and after observing the farcical joke that took place in Imo, I dismissed the whole thing and went on with my …
Was the contractor, Joseph Dina (JPROS International) kidnapped or picked up by EFCC?
According to information reaching our ears, the contrator, Joseph Dina of JPROS International whose pointing fingers led to the impeachment of Sir Jude Agbaso has been “picked up”. Mr. Dina alleged that he gave a bribe in the amount of N458m to the immediate past Deputy Governor. Almost everyone is …
IMO STATE: Prince Eze Madumere emerges Deputy Governor!
Following the impeachment of Sir Jude Agbaso, the Imo State House of Assembly has confirmed Prince Ezeakonobi Madumere as Deputy Governor. Prior to this development, His Excellency who hails from Achi-mbieri (Mbaitoli Local government area) served as Chief of Staff to the Governor, Owelle Rochas Okorocha. A full citation of …
EASTER BOMBSHELL: Imo State Deputy Governor, Jude Agbaso impeached!!
The Imo State House of Assembly has finalized the impeachment of Sir Jude Agbaso from the exalted office of Deputy Governor. The impeachment process began when a contractor in the state said he gave a whooping N458m naira as bribe to Sir Jude Agbaso in exchange of more contracts. While …
NDDC has failed Niger Delta states – Okorocha
Governor Rochas Okorocha has called on the Federal Government to overhaul and reposition the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to fast track speedy development of the Niger Delta states. Governor Okorocha made this call while receiving the Minister of Niger Delta, Elder Godsday Orubebe who paid him a courtesy call …