Former Ekwusigo LG Chairman Laid to Rest Amidst Glowing Tributes

The remains of Late Barrister Bennett Kamen, former Chairman of Ekwusigo Local Government Area in Anambra State, has been laid to rest in his country home at Ihembosi, Ekwusigo LGA, on Thursday, January 9, 2025. The burial ceremony was attended by numerous dignitaries, including former Governor of Anambra State and Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi.

In his speech at the funeral, Mr. Obi described Late Barrister Kamen as a selfless and incorrigible individual who played critical roles during his tenure as governor. He noted that Kamen's understanding and representation of public service aligned with his own ideals.

Rev. Fr. Kizito Igwe, in his homily, reminded the mourners of the inevitability of death and the importance of living a life of love and service to others. He emphasized that loving one's neighbors and family is essential to humanity.

Hon. Kamen Chuks, the first son of the deceased, while paying tribute to his father, describing him as someone who sacrificed his personal comfort for the good of others. Barrister Edozie Kamen, the last child of the deceased, remembered his father for his incorrigible nature and large heart.

The incumbent chairman of Ekwusigo Local Council, Hon. Chimezie Obi, eulogized the deceased as a man of strong convictions. Other dignitaries present at the burial ceremony included Sir and Lady Francis Chukwudebelu, Chief Ignatius Nwanwulu, and Hon. Emeka Idu, among others.

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,...