APGA Hails Senate's Confirmation of Mark Okoye II as SEDC MD

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has congratulated the Nigerian Senate on the confirmation of Mr. Mark Okoye II, as the pioneer Managing Director of the Southeast Development Commission (SEDC). This confirmation is a testament to Okoye's exceptional leadership qualities and commitment to the development of the Southeast region the party said in a press release made available to this medium by Mazi Ejimofor Opara KSM, PhD, ANIPR, the

National Publicity Secretary of

All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) stressed that as the pioneer Managing Director of SEDC, Okoye is expected to bring his wealth of experience to bear in driving the commission's mandate and fostering economic growth in the region.

His appointment he said has been hailed as a major boost to the development of the South East region, and a significant milestone in the region's journey towards economic growth and development.

APGA therefore commends the Nigerian Senate for carrying out a thorough and rigorous confirmation process, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring that only the best candidates are appointed to key positions. The party has also expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Okoye, describing the appointment as a testament to the President's broad-minded leadership and commitment to unity, Mazi Ejimofor noted

Okoye's appointment has been widely welcomed, with the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Wing congratulating him on his well-deserved appointment. The group described Okoye as a "young and dynamic leader" who possesses exceptional leadership qualities and brilliance ³.

APGA also pledged to work with Okoye to drive development and prosperity in the Southeast region, and has called on all stakeholders to support him in his new role.

Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie Substantive Rector, Fed Poly Oko

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie's appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic's Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process where she emerged as the leading candidate. Prior to her appointment, Awuzie, who holds a Doctorate Degree in Physical and Materials Chemistry, was a distinguished Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and also Director in-charge of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects in the Polytechnic. Under her stewardship, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, witnessed unprecedented advancements in infrastructure and institutional transformation. Her leadership facilitated monumental developments across the Polytechnic’s campuses in Oko, ...

#Watchvideo : SECURITY FORCES BURST THE CAMP OF UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN AKOKWA

Security Forces in the state through a coordinated intelligence report has bursted the camp of the unknown gunmen at Akokwa, Arondizuogu after a long gun duel which resulted to the death of some of the criminals and others arrested. These criminal elements have been known to be behind several attacks in the state such as the killing of police men in Mbaise, Aba Branch in Ehime Mbano, burning down of police stations, attack and attempted kidnapping of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, abduction of Miss. P.P. Johnson, a female soldier in Okigwe and recently the attack in Akokwa that left many dead. It is obvious that these daredevil gunmen have been perpetuating their evil plans unabated until yesterday when their camp was bursted by security agencies. This is another assurance that our security operatives are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against banditry and other related activities. While it has become obvious that the activities of these non state actors are politically motivate...

Tension In Uruagu Nnewi As Community Leaders Dare Soludo,Defy Court Order

The President of Uruagu-Nnewi Development Union, Chief Sunday Okoli aka Organizer, and the Obi of Uruagu-Nnewi community in Nnewi North local government area of Anambra State, His Majesty Afamefuna Charles Obi, have swept Soludo's directive to the gutters, by reason of their suspension and subsequent dessolution of the leadership of the community's youth forum, led by Ejike Ifejiofor, and subsequent appointment of caretaker executive to pilot the affairs of youths in the community. The Anambra governor had, through a letter dated August 9, 2024, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Anambra State Ministry of Youth Development, Dr. Martin Agbili, warned the community leaders to stay any action regarding suspension of the Uruagu-Nnewi youth forum. The community had, through its PG, Chief Okoli, written to the Ministry of Youths Development, notifying the ministry of "immediate suspension" of the youth group over alleged insecurity in the area. But the ministry,...

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