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FROM CAMPUS TO CAREER: Federal Polytechnic Nekede Completes Landmark TETFund Employability Programme for 1st Cohort
By Noble Uchegbu Uchechukwu Zachariah Special Assistant to the Rector on Media Matters, Federal Polytechnic Nekede September 26, 2026 For decades, the standard path through higher education in Nigeria followed
Dr Angela Ihenacho Attains CIPM’s Highest Fellowship Rank
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, CIPM, has conferred its highest professional grade of Fellow, FCIPM, on seasoned human resource practitioner and retired Permanent Secretary, Dr Lady Angela
Former Imo NUJ Treasurer, Ms Opara Inducted as Member Nigerian Guild of Editors
A former Treasurer of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Imo Council, Ms Chidi Opara has been inducted as a member of the Nigeria Guild of Editors in the 22nd
UBEC Reports Only 35.6% of Nigerian Children Aged 36‑59 Months Enrolled in Early Childhood Education
UBEC reports only 35.6% of Nigerian children aged 36‑59 months attend early childhood education, leaving millions out of the system and highlighting the need for urgent ECCDE reforms.
INC Intensifies Push for Igbo Language Bill, Raises Alarm Over Falling Birth Rate, Cultural Erosion
The Igbo National Council (INC) Worldwide has intensified its campaign for the passage of the Igbo Language Bill, warning that declining use of the language, falling birth rates and weakening
Akabo-Abazu Youth Council Takes Anti-Cultism, Drug Abuse Protest Across Communities
The Akabo-Abazu Youth Council has stepped up its campaign against cultism, drug abuse and other social vices, mobilising youths and stakeholders of the two communities to declare a united stand
Nekede Poly Rector Igbokwe Leads Push for Rule of Law, Accountability in Higher Institutions
The Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Dr. Basilia Igbokwe, has called for stronger adherence to the rule of law, due process and accountability in the administration of Nigeria’s tertiary
TSF Donates ₦1m to Imo Community for Repair, Maintenance of Transformer
In lifting the financial burden of repairing and maintenance of their damaged transformer, the Umuekwerede and Umuezelechi communities of Umuoree Eziudo in Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA of Imo State have last
Ukwuinyi Women Unveil Hummer Bus, Highlight Land Purchase, Scholarships, Youth Empowerment
The Ukwuinyi Women Nnanano Nkwerre have officially presented their newly purchased Hummer bus, marking another major community development initiative under the leadership of their President General, Golden Lady (Amb.) Chika
Shettima to Declare Editors’ Conference Open in Enugu Thursday …Cardinal Onaiyekan, Osigwe, Yadudu, Okunna, Kperogi, Oloja, Lakemfa to Speak at Event
Vice President Kashim Shettima will on Thursday, September 24, 2026, declare open the 22nd All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in Enugu. The two-day
100 Imo communities get OKOBI startup backing as Uzodimma reiterates commitment
Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo has reiterated his administration’s commitment to sustainable economic growth through the empowerment of local communities across the state. Uzodimma stated this on Tuesday in Owerri
Oganihu Eziudo doles out educational materials to students
In her contribution to improving quality education in Eziudo Ancient Town of Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA of Imo State, a renowned organization, Oganihu Eziudo Development Association has donated educational materials to
Akuluno United Brothers Set to Shutdown Lagos for Second Year Anniversary, Unveils New Book on the Development of Igboland
Lagos is set to witness a momentous gathering of business moguls, serial entrepreneurs, industry experts in the maritime, road construction giants, key players in the Nigeria’s real estate sector, policy-
Dual Triumph of Faith and Leadership: Federal Polytechnic Nekede Celebrates Rector Dr. Basilia Igbokwe’s Birthday and Two-Year Milestone
OWERRI — The atmosphere at the front of the Rectory Building at the Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri (FPNO), erupted into joyous cheers on Monday, September 7, 2026, as the Polytechnic
Editors Raise Fresh Concerns Over Attack on Journalists …describes Kano State Govt Policies on Education,housing as People -Oriented
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has raised concerns over the increasing harassment, intimidation and prosecution of journalists by security agencies, warning that such actions could undermine press freedom and
Kun Khalifat FC Boycott Deepens as Imo SWAN Details Pattern of Journalists’ Harassment
The lingering face-off between the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter, and Kun Khalifat FC has deepened, with the Association reaffirming its boycott of the club and
NUJ South-East Charges SEDC, Governors on Development, Security, Erosion
The Zonal Executive Council (ZEC) of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), South-East, Zone C, has called on the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) to fully activate its mandate by tapping
Restoring the Dignity of Man: Highlights and New Leadership from UNAA’s 28th National Convention
By Noble Uchegbu Uchechukwu Zachariah National Publicity Secretary, UNAA 15/09/26 OWERRI, IMO STATE — The University of Nigeria Alumni Association (UNAA) has officially ushered in a new era of executive
Ohaji Youth Inaugurates Newly Elected NACOY Executive as Ogbuehi Takes Over as President
The youth of Ohaji district in Ohaji/Egbema LGA of Imo State have inaugurated the newly elected executive of their youth governing body called National Congress of Ohaji Youth (NACOY). The
TSF calls for nominations for 2026 TSF – Nze Sir Raphael O. Iro Memorial Teachers Merit Award
THE STRIVAD FOUNDATION (TSF) has called for submission of the 2026 edition of TSF-Nze Sir Raphael O. Iro Memorial Teachers Merit Award nominations for qualified Nigerian teachers. In a release
Two Years of Grace and Innovation: How Rector Basilia Igbokwe is Reweaving the Fabric of Federal Polytechnic Nekede
Unveiling a Legacy of Impact: Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Pst. Dr. (Mrs.) Basilia N. Igbokwe delivers her two-year scorecard. By Noble Uchegbu Uchechukwu Zachariah Special Assistant to the Rector
Nekede Poly Rector Marks Two Years with Landmark Projects, 1,200-Bed Hostels, Major NYSC Backlog Clearance
The Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Dr. Basilia Igbokwe, has marked two years in office with a scorecard featuring landmark Agricultural Commercial Farms project, 1, 200-bed-space hostels, 466 solar
Imo Governor’s Cup: Arsenal Targets West African Golf Spotlight, Attracts 55 Sponsors
The maiden Imo Governor’s Cup has launched Arsenal Golf and Country Club, Obinze, on an ambitious five-year drive to become a leading golf tourism and investment destination in West Africa,
Journalists’ Safety: Imo SWAN Blacks Out Kun Khalifat FC
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter, has declared a total and indefinite media boycott of Kun Khalifat FC, suspending publicity, promotion and coverage of the club
2027: Women group rallies support for Obi-Kwankwaso victory
A support group for Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso and other Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) flag bearers, has inaugurated its national coordinators for the 36 states of the federation and FCT
