33 h. ago Ebonyi gov orders six commissioners’ arrest over contract sabotage

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has ordered the arrest of six commissioners and contractors allegedly sabotaging government projects in the state. The PUNCH reports that the arrest order followed a report indicting the commissioners for subtly working against the government. The affected commissioners included Prof Omari Omaka (Tertiary Education), Victor Chukwu (Environment), Ifeanyi Ogbuewu Read More

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53 h. ago Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Wife of the Ebonyi State Governor, Mrs Uzomaka Nwifuru, has distributed farm inputs, equipment and other items to 100 women and young farmers in the state in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda on agricultural projects and food security of the wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu. Mrs Nwifuru, who distributed […] The post Ebonyi gov’s wife distributes farm inputs, others to 100 farmers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Ijaw Youths Condemn Rivers Administrator’s ‘Dictatorial’ Actions

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has strongly criticised the Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, over his recent decision to suspend statutory commissions and boards in the state, calling for an immediate reversal of the move. In a statement yesterday, the IYC’s secretary-general, Maobuoye Nangi Obu, accused the administrator of undermining […]

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7 d. ago Natasha Recall: Electoral College Tasks INEC On Transparency

The Nigerian Electoral College has requested that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) guarantee that the recall procedure for the suspended senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, follows the established guidelines. INEC had communicated the commencement of the process in a letter to the Kogi Central Senator, Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Wednesday. “Pursuant to Section 69 of […]

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7 d. ago BREAKING: Rivers sole administrator suspends political appointees, office holders

Tribune Online BREAKING: Rivers sole administrator suspends political appointees, office holders The directive which affects the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), the Chief of Staff, all commissioners, and chairpersons, also include members of boards, agencies, commissions, and ... BREAKING: Rivers sole administrator suspends political appointees, office holders Tribune Online

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1 week ago Varsity Suspends Sacked Gov Nwifuru’s Aide For Alleged Cultism

The management of Alex Ekwueme University Ndufi-Alike Ikwo has suspended indefinitely Mr. Alex Okemini, a former aide to Ebonyi State Governor. Ogbonnaya Nwifuru for alleged cult related activities. Okemini was until recently the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Nwifuru on Security (Ebonyi North). He was relieved of his appointment on Tuesday following controversy arising from […]

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2 w. ago Kanu’s lawyer petitions Ebonyi governor over 36 IPOB detainees

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The lawyer to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has petitioned Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru, the state Chief Judge, Justice Elvis Ngene, and the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Ben Odo, over the continued detention of 36 members of IPOB at […] The post Kanu’s lawyer petitions Ebonyi governor over 36 IPOB detainees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Hours After Suspending 3 Commissioners, Gov Nwifuru Sacks 2 Aides

Less than 24 hours after suspending three commissioners for absenteeism, Ebonyi State governor, Francis Nwifuru has approved the dismissal of 2 other aides over gross misconduct. The dismissed aides include the Special Assistant to the Governor on Airport Security, Mr. Nnannna Nwangele and his Senior Special Assistant on Security (Ebonyi North), Mr. Felix Okemini. RELATED: […]

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2 w. ago UPDATED: Ebonyi gov suspends three commissioners for absenteeism, sacks aides

Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has suspended three commissioners in his cabinet for absenteeism. The affected commissioners are Solomon Azi (Grants and Donor Agencies), Victor Chukwu (Environment), and Ikeuwa Omebe (Rural Development). The commissioners were suspended for one month for being absent without any permission during the State Executive Council meeting held on Monday. The Read More

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2 w. ago Ebonyi: Nwifuru suspends three commissioners for skipping exco meeting

Tribune Online Ebonyi: Nwifuru suspends three commissioners for skipping exco meeting Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has suspended three commissioners for one month due to their unexcused absence during the state executive council meeting held on Monday. Ebonyi: Nwifuru suspends three commissioners for skipping exco meeting Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Over 800 Ebonyi Indigenes Displaced In Lagos Village Evacuated

No fewer than 800 Ebonyi indigenes in Ilaje, Lagos State, who were displaced by the demolition exercise have been evacuated by the Ebonyi State government. Lagos State government allegedly demolished structures considered illegal in Ilaje where many people from different states of the federation including Ebonyi State are residing, leaving them stranded. Governor Francis Nwifuru […]

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2 w. ago EFCC arrests suspended Edo official “Ebo Stone” for naira abuse

Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Monday, arrested the suspended coordinator of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team, Kelly Okungbowa, popularly known as Ebo Stone, for alleged naira abuse. The EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, revealed this in a statement on Monday. He Read More

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2 w. ago Lagos demolition: Gov Nwifuru evacuates 800 stranded Ebonyi citizens

Tribune Online Lagos demolition: Gov Nwifuru evacuates 800 stranded Ebonyi citizens Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has evacuated over 800 Ebonyi indigenes trapped in Lagos state following the demolition of some parts of Ijaje by Lagos state government. Lagos demolition: Gov Nwifuru evacuates 800 stranded Ebonyi citizens Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Gov Nwifuru, Rep Laud Umahi’s Emergence As Silverbird’s Best Minister

Ebonyi State governor Francis Nwifuru and the member representing Ohaozara/Onicha/Ivo federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon Nkemkanma Kama, have lauded the minister of Works, Senator David Umahi over his emergence as Silverbird’s Best Minister, of the year award. In a statement signed by them and made available to LEADERSHIP, the duo maintained that […]

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3 w. ago ICPC arraigns suspended REA ED, one other over N15m contract fraud

Tribune Online ICPC arraigns suspended REA ED, one other over N15m contract fraud The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Mr Netufo Olaniyi Alaba, the suspended Executive Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and Mr Hassan Arivi Saddiq, Managing Director of Hassino Group Limited, for their alleged involvement in a ₦15 million contract fraud. ICPC arraigns suspended REA ED, one other over N15m contract fraud Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Ebonyi caucus urges Reps to dismiss petition against Gov Nwifuru

Tribune Online Ebonyi caucus urges Reps to dismiss petition against Gov Nwifuru According to Igariway, the petition against Nwifuru was also against section 308(1) of Nigeria constitution. Ebonyi caucus urges Reps to dismiss petition against Gov Nwifuru Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Ebonyi caucus asks House of Reps to strike out resolution against Nwifuru

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The Ebonyi Caucus of the House of Representatives has called on the House to strike out a resolution by the House Committee on Public Petitions against Governor Francis Nwifuru regarding the arrest and detention of Ohanaeze Youth Leader, Igboayaka O. Igboayaka. Igboayaka was arrested in Imo State by the police and […] The post Ebonyi caucus asks House of Reps to strike out resolution against Nwifuru appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Nwifuru urges SEDC to prioritise rapid South East development

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has charged the South East Development Commission (SEDC) to prioritise projects that will bring rapid development to the region. He gave the charge when he received members of the Commission in his office. He said the establishment of the Commission by the Federal Government was a […] The post Nwifuru urges SEDC to prioritise rapid South East development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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