Imo, A State on the Rise: Hope Uzodimma’s Vision for Growth and Investment
Imo State is stepping into a new era of development and opportunity. Under Governor Hope Uzodimma, the state is becoming a center for innovation, industry, and skill-building, making it one of the most attractive places for investors in Nigeria. The government has worked hard to improve security across communities while preparing the state for industrial […]
We are not responsible for Mbano killings – IPOB blames security agencies
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have reacted to the recent killings in Mbano, Imo State. The police had earlier blamed IPOB and its armed group, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), for the violence. The attack happened on Wednesday morning in Umualuaku community, Ehime Mbano Local Government Area. Gunmen reportedly stormed the area and shot […]
Moment Imo state governor, Hope Uzodinma, almost made a blunder while mourning late former President Muhammadu Buhari
A video of Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has gone viral on social media after he almost made a mistake during a tribute speech for late President Muhammadu Buhari. The incident happened at a church programme, where the governor joined others to honour the memory of the former Nigerian leader who passed away on Sunday, […]
Imo health commissioner dispels recent death allegedly caused by diphtheria
The Imo State Health Commissioner, Dr. Chioma Egu, has cleared the air about a video circulating online claiming that a student from the Technical Training College (TTC) in Irete, Owerri West, died from diphtheria. She said the story going around on social media is not true and does not match the real facts of the […]
Tinubu’s govt has changed dynamics of NDDC – Ohanaeze
The youth group of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, a top Igbo cultural organization, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s government for bringing back hope to the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). They said the new NDDC Board, which President Tinubu formed earlier this year, has been a major turning point for the commission that has existed for 25 […]
Jungle justice: Man allegedly beaten to d3ath by his kinsmen in Imo; widow demands justice
A woman named Chinonye Amadi is asking for justice after her husband, Chibugo Amadi, died from a beating he received from his own relatives. The incident happened in Umuora village, Umuohiri community, in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State. Two weeks earlier, it was reported that Chibugo had attacked his brother with a […]
‘’Suspiciously selected Okigwe” – JAMB questions motive of 15 candidates who left Anambra for Imo to sit for their rescheduled exam
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has asked why 15 students left Anambra State to write their rescheduled exam in Okigwe, Imo State. This has caused some questions because Anambra has many exam centers. Last week, JAMB said there was a technical problem that affected exam results for students in five South Eastern states […]
Imo police dismisses report on missing UTME candidates
Recently, there were reports that 15 students went missing and were kidnapped after taking their rescheduled UTME exams in Imo State. But the Imo State Police have now said that the students were not kidnapped—they were actually stuck because their bus broke down. The police spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, explained that the students were traveling […]
Uproar as Imo Govt demolishes EEDC District office, DisCo expresses shock
There was confusion on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, when officials from the Imo State Government brought a bulldozer and demolished the Orlu District office of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC). According to reports, workers at the EEDC office were not allowed to remove any of their personal or office items. Security personnel who came […]
Gunmen Attack Commercial Vehicle In Imo, Kill Passengers And Set Several Vehicles Ablaze
On Thursday, May 8, 2025, gunmen attacked a commercial bus traveling along the Okigwe-Owerri road in Imo State. The sudden ambush led to the death of several passengers. After the attack, the gunmen set fire to at least eight vehicles, including a truck. The truck driver ran away just in time before his vehicle was […]