The Nigerian Navy, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, has intercepted about 8,500 litres of products suspected to be illegally refined petroleum products in Imo State and arrested three suspects. The operation was carried out on August 21, 2026, along the Ejemekuru–Obudi-Agwa axis by personnel of Naval Base Oguta and the Nigerian Army. During the…
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has approved ₦25 billion for the construction of modern residential quarters for judges as part of efforts to strengthen the judiciary and improve the welfare of judicial officers in the state. The project will comprise 40 standard duplexes equipped with recreational facilities to provide a conducive living and working environment…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with the Imo State Government and supported by the Gates Foundation, has intensified efforts to strengthen maternal and child nutrition across the state. The initiative was highlighted during a strategic meeting held in Owerri involving the Imo State Ministry of Health, the Imo Primary Healthcare Development Agency,…
Former Imo State Deputy Governor, Eze Madumere, has officially defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), days after resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Madumere made the announcement on Wednesday at his residence in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State, stating that his decision followed extensive consultations with family, political allies, and supporters. He explained that his exit…
Nigeria has secured re-election to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council, marking its return after a 14-year absence. The announcement was made on Saturday by President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. He noted that Nigeria won a seat in Category C of the IMO Council for the 2026–2027 biennium during…
