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Imo NUJ Disclaims Reported Protest of Journalists Against Kennedy Ibeh

ThankGod Emeh, Owerri. The leadership of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Imo Council, has disowned a recent protest by a group of persons in the name of Imo Journalists against

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IWD: OSAI Foundation, 12HHI donate wrappers, sanitary pads, toiletries, personal effects to female students of Correctional Service

By Chigozie Uzosike… In a bid to commemorate the 2026 international women’s day, the Ogechi and Sam Ikeh Foundation (OSAIF) and 12 Baskets Helping Hands Initiative (12HHI) have visited the

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Imo West Presbytery holds opening ceremony, prayer summit, 14 March

By Chigozie Patrick… All is set for the ecclesiastical opening ceremony and prayer summit of the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Imo West Presbytery holding on the 14th day of March.

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OGSSOAA celebrates International Women’s Day, calls for greater action on gender equality

By Silvernews… The Owerri Girls’ Secondary School Owerri Alumnae Association (OGSSOAA) joined the global community in celebrating the 2026 International Women’s Day with a strong call for empowerment, justice and

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Ambassador Uju Calls for Girl-Child Emancipation, Women’s Empowerment on International Women’s Day

As the world commemorates International Women’s Day (IWD), renowned humanitarian and good governance advocate, Ambassador Chika Uju has called on society to intensify efforts toward empowering women, liberating the girl-child,

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Editors Inaugurate Committee on Research, Training, Publications …Says committee to bridge gap between academic training and professional practice

As part of efforts to keep members informed on emerging issues, enhance professional skills and promote journalism scholarship through book publications and research, the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has

Education

Nekede Poly Matriculates 13,000 Fresh Students as Rector Urges Discipline, Inaugurates Parents’ Forum

ThankGod Emeh… The Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede Owerri, Dr. Basilia Igbokwe, has charged over 13,000 newly admitted students of the institution to pursue academic excellence and maintain good character

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Merit Over Tribe? Police Officer Praises IGP Disu’s Postings as Signal Of Professional Policing

In a country where conversations around leadership often tilt towards ethnic balancing, a growing sentiment within the Nigeria Police Force suggests that merit may finally be taking centre stage. The

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International Women’s Day: NUJ Vice President, Adiuku Congratulates Women

The Vice President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Zone C (South East), Comrade Ezenwa Adiuku, JP, has extended warm goodwill and appreciation to women across the world as

Politics

Imo APC Congress Committee Chairman, Hon. Godwin Anaughe, Commends Gov. Uzodinma’s Achievements

The committee chairman for APC state congress in Imo state, Hon. Godwin Anaughe has lauded governor of Imo state Sen. Hope Uzodinma for his sterling performance in infrastructure, roads and

Education

Nekede Poly Inaugurates Parents’ Forum to Boost Governance, Infrastructure

ThankGod Emeh… The Rector of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Basilia Igbokwe, has formally inaugurated a Parents Management Forum (PMF) aimed at strengthening stakeholder participation, improving infrastructure development, and enhancing student welfare

Politics

NURTW Backs APC’s Onyedebelu, Pledges Support for Development

By Chinenye Chukwuma… In a show of solidarity and support, Comrade Jeff Eze, State Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), has congratulated Chief Austin Onyedebelu on

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Imo Police poised for enhanced police-community partnership

By Chigozie Uzosike… ‎The Imo State Police Command has indicated commitment to enhancing police-community partnership that tends to nip crime and criminality in the bud in the state. This was

Education

Innovation in Action: Federal Polytechnic Nekede Sparks National Sustainable Tech Revolution

By Noble Uchegbu Uchechukwu Zachariah Special Assistant to the Rector on Media Organized by the Directorate of Research, Innovation and Development (RI&D), the conference commenced on Tuesday, 24th February 2026,

Entertainment

RCCG Launches Maiden International Christian Film Festival In April

The RCCG Creative Christian Content Department (RCCCD) of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, has officially opened global calls for submission of films for its first International Film Festival scheduled

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Chika Uju Hails Media Icon, Marcelinus Nlemigbo on Birthday

Ambassador Chika Uju, Former Administrative Manager of The NewsBearer Newspaper, has extended warm birthday felicitations to Barr. Chief Marcelinus Nlemigbo (Marcon), Ochiriozo, as he marks another remarkable year. In her

Sports

Sports Writers Pay Tribute to Late Ex-Heartland Official, Tonnex Chukwu

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter, is deeply saddened and devastated by the tragic news of the death of former Media Officer of Enyimba FC and

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Heartland Mourns Ex-Protocol Officer, Tonnex Chukwu

Heartland Football Club has received with deep shock and profound sadness the news of the passing of our former Protocol Officer and Licensing Officer, Mr. Tonnex Chukwu. Mr. Chukwu was

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Protests In Egbu Over High-Tension Power Line Corridor …AS Eze Egbukole; Village Chairmen; Community Officials Praised For Quelling Crisis

By Chinedu-Max Egere… Protests carried out by the indigenes, residents, landlords and caretakers of Egbu autonomous community in Owerri North local government area, Imo state on Wednesday which were sparked

Education

Foundation Donates Pads To Imo School Girls To Curb Absenteeism On Menstruation

By Chigozie Uzosike… In a bid to ensure that the school girl is not absent from school during her menstruation, a non-governmental organization, Tabitha Cumi Foundation (TCF) has launched a

Sports

Imo Wrestling Association Chairman, Chief Iloanusi Launches Revival Agenda, Seeks Govt Backing

By ThankGod Emeh… The Chairman of the Imo State Wrestling Association, Chief Christian Iloanusi, has declared that wrestling in Imo State is in urgent need of revival, describing the current

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Integrity in Action: Federal Polytechnic Nekede Celebrates Transformational Leadership as Evidence Magazine Crowns Dr. Basilia Igbokwe Woman of the Year 2025

By Noble Uchegbu Uchechukwu Zachariah Special Assistant to the Rector on Media Matters A moment of pride, dignity and institutional celebration unfolded at the Rector’s Office of Federal Polytechnic Nekede

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Imo CP Decorates 462 New ASPs, Declares War On Misconduct

The Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, has decorated 462 newly promoted Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) at the Imo State Command Headquarters, charging them to uphold integrity and professionalism

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Tribute to Channels TV Cameraman, Kani Ben: When The Camera Falls Silent

By Shu’aibu Usman Leman There are moments in the life of a nation when words feel insufficient, when language strains under the weight of loss. This is one of those

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Renewed Hope Ambassadors Storm Nekede as Opiah Get Poly Rector’s Backing

By Noble Uchegbu Uchechukwu Zachariah Special Assistant to the Rector on Media Matters The atmosphere at the Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, was charged with optimism and institutional pride as the

Sports

Okoro Makes History with Back-to-Back Imo SWAN Heartland Player of the Month Awards

Striker Joel Okoro has been voted the Imo SWAN Heartland FC Player of the Month for January 2026, securing the honour for the second consecutive time after previously emerging winner