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Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma Archbishop of Enugu Ecclesiastical Province, Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma has appealed to Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State to leave legacies that posterity would remember him for. Chukwuma who made the appeal on Sunday in Enugu in a sermon during an Inter-denominational Christian Service for the second term inauguration of the governor expressed gratitude to God for the peace, unity and good governance being enjoyed in Enugu State under the administration of Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. Archbishop Chukwuma who maintained that “no state in Nigeria is as peaceful as Enugu State”, also thanked God for the peaceful general election in the state and successful first term of Gov. Ugwuanyi’s administration, declaring that God is in control of his second term. He however urged the governor to choose aides that would assist in translating his vision for the state into reality in his second term in office. The p...

An Owerri High Court has issued an Order restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from reversing its decision not to issue a certificate of return in respect of Imo west senatorial election. The Suit with NO HOW/596/2019 was filed by Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial candidate for Imo West Hon Jones Onyeriri against the INEC. The presiding Judge, Justice E.F. Njemanze, ordered that the status quo be maintained until the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice. The motion on notice was adjourned to 5th of June 2019 for hearing.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared People’s Democratic Party(PDP) candidates winners in the Governorship, and National Assembly elections in Zamfara state. The commission also declared National Rescue Movement (NRM) winner for a State Assembly seat. The electoral body said it will issue Certificates of Return to the Governorship and National Assembly winners on Monday. State Assembly members-elect will get their Certificates of Return on Friday 31st May 2019.

Muslims in Enugu State held Jummat prayers at their Central Mosque located at Owerri road, Enugu, to mark the last Friday of the first term of the administrations of President Muhammadu Buhari and Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State and prayed to Allah to grant them success in their second term. Offering prayers at the event, which was graced by Gov. Ugwuanyi as part of the activities marking his 2 nd  term inauguration, the Chief Imam Enugu, Imam Zurka Said, also prayed for the successful inauguration of President and Gov.  Ugwuanyi and commended the governor for his peace initiatives, humble disposition and commitment to national unity. The Chief Imam added that the good deeds of the governor have enhanced peace and harmonious existence of all Nigerians resident in Enugu State, asking the “Almighty Allah to give him good health and support him so that he will continue with his good works”. According to him, “Gov. Ugwuanyi has always honoured us and w...

Aminu Masari, Katsina State Governor Governor Aminu Masari has signed into law mandatory death sentence for anyone convicted of cattle rustling or kidnapping in Katsina State.  Similarly, the offence of rape carries the mandatory sentence of life imprisonment in addition to a fine and compensation to victim. Theses decrees come on the heels of recent attacks in the state, the latest being the attack on three communities in Dan Musa, Faskari and Batsari local government areas leading to  the death of 26 people . In reaction to the killings President Muhammadu Buhari had summoned Governor Masari and ordered the Security Chiefs to investigate the killings. President Buhari directed Acting Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar Adamu and Chief of Defence Staff, General Abayomi Gabriel Olonisakin to  constitute an assessment team  to intervene immediately in the state and bring feedback. The President specifically,  instructed the s...

International football club of Enugu today at the Players Camp received the keys to the new house added to the Players Camp containing the Gymnasium and the physiotherapy equipment.  The Deputy Governor of Enugu State Mrs. Cecilia Ezeilo who represented the Governor charged Rangers to use the house and the equipment therein for players in particular and the State at large. Earlier in his speech, the Hon. Commissioner, Ministry of Youths and Sports Joseph Udedi thanked the State Governor for his love for Sports and Youths development especially as it concerns Rangers.  The General Manager of Rangers International, Prince Davidson Owumi appreciated the Government and people of Enugu State for the opportunity given to them to serve the State and mankind.  He also added, "we know how much it costs us daily to take our players to private Gymnasium, but today, we have our own". He further stated that the Gymnasium and physiotherapy equipment will be judicious...