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By Ifeoma Ejiofor Rising Insecurity In Nigeria: Igwe Nick Obi Wants 2014  Confab Recommendations Revisited The traditional ruler of Nnobi kingdom in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State, HRH Igwe (Engr) Nick Obi has stressed the need for Nigeria to revisit the 2014 Confab recommendations. Igwe Obi, the first Nigerian gas engineer stated in his palace while commenting on the collapsed security situation in the country. "It has become obvious to all Nigerians that there are dangers ahead and that the nation is in a deep trouble, things have completely fell apart and we are just hoping that the center will continue to hold. My apologies to Chinua Achebe." He said. Igwe Obi said that there is urgent need to restructure the country immediately which he said must come before the 2023 general elections has become imperative because of the realities on ground. This according to the highly revered monarch must be accompanied with devolution of powers.  ...

By Princess Anukwu IGA Cries Foul Over Attack On Imo  The Nnewi chapter of Imo General Assembly (IGA) has decried the spate of attacks on government facilities in Imo State. The Nnewi president of IGA, Chief Chinedu Igwe who was speaking with journalists on Wednesday said that there are so many contradictions about the attacks on Imo State as non of the groups like IPOB and ESN alleged to have perpetrated the attacks has actually claimed responsibility. Chief Igwe who is also the CEO of Suzuki Don Group of companies said that he smelled foul play about the whole thing and that the truth about the issues in the state will later be exposed. "You can't trust these politicians, they may even burn down their own houses and be shedding crocodile tears that some other persons perpetrated the crime. "I am not surprised about happenings in Imo State because when other states of the federation are having governors, our own state is having an administrator, we are unfort...

By Ikechukwu Okafor Anambra Guber polls: APGA Stalwart Optimistic Of Victory A stalwart of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) Hon Chuka Sunnyside Okafor says he is optimistic that the ruling party in Anambra State will emerge victorious in the November 6 governorship election. Hon Okafor expressed his optimism while addressing his supporters who paid him a visit at Amichi in Nnewi South Local Government Area of the state. The House of Representatives hopeful said that APGA is Anambra and Anambra is APGA and that there are no two ways to the party coming out victorious in guber polls.  "My dad, Chief Sunnyside Okafor who was the presidential candidate for NCNC in second republic made me understand that cock symbolises Igbo party which of course is APGA. "APGA is the only political party that can protect the yearnings and aspirations of Ndigbo, it will surprise you to know that many political heavy weights like Sen Ifeanyi Ubah, Hon Chris Azubogu, Hon Chuma N...

By Chuks Collins Nnewichi Election: Youth Group Endorses Chief Ibeokonkwo  As the Nnewichi election draws closer, Nnewichi Integrity Group(NIG) has endorsed the candidature of Chief Michael Ibeokonkwo for the position of President General (PG) The spokesperson for the youthful group, Mr Paul Elochukwu who spoke with journalists said that his group is out to ensure justice, fairness and equity in the Nnewichi community election. Elochukwu expressed worry that an election that should ordinarily be brothers' affair is generating so much heat because of the simple fact that certain individuals who feel that they are stronger than others are trying to manipulate the system for their selfish interests. The spokesperson for Nnewichi Integrity Group said that the group is not ready to accept any form of marginalization in the election and that the right thing must be done. He said that Nnewichi should not be thrown up for the highest bidder as a the community and Nnewi in gener...

By Prince Anukwu Produce Data Of All Herdsmen Operating In Anambra State, Gov. Obiano Tells CP Kuryas As part of measures to mitigate farmers/herders conflict in Anambra state,  the Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano has directed the state commissioner of Police, Mr. Monday Kuryas, to produce data of herdsmen operating in the state within one week. Governor Obiano gave the directive during the expanded Cattle Menace Committee meeting held in Aguleri, Anambra East Council Area. According to the Governor, the measure will help strengthen the state's security architecture, emphasizing that itinerant herders and open grazing remains banned in the state. He added that the local herdsmen who are well known in the state, will be accommodated, atleast to help fish out the bad ones perpetrating crime. While warning that drastic steps will be taken after the meeting, the Governor said that the ban on night grazing by the Miyetti Allah will help, asking the committee t...

By Princess Anukwu Again, CENSTLEYO Calls For Comprehensive Investment In Youths The Center For Strategic Leadership and Youth Orientation (CENSTLEYO) on Saturday made case for comprehensive investment in the youths across the country. This call was made by the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CENSTLEYO Mr Imah Felix Emeka in his keynote address during the 3rd edition of the Benue State Chapter's youth learning program. The theme of the one day workshop which was held at Smile View Hotel Nyiman area of Markurdi was "Let's invest in youths; our world will be better" . He said that it is very crucial for the critical stakeholders to start thinking about youth development for a new Benue to emerge. Mr Imah said that all the forward looking nations of the world are creating space for the youths to use their brains and energy for the development of their countries but noted with deep concern that reverse is the case in Nigeria.  The Foun...