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Enugu State Indigene Receives International Recognition from U.S. Leadership Institute

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Dr. Chidiogo Okonkwo in a pose after being honored internationally by CILMMD, U.S. Dr. Chidiogo Okonkwo, an indigene of Enugu State, has been conferred with an Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) by the Chartered Institute of Leadership and Management of Maryland (CILMMD), USA, in recognition of her exemplary dedication to leadership, service, and community development. According to Okonkwo, the recognition is “not just about a title; it represents years of dedication, passion, service, and the grace of God that has brought me this far.” She expressed heartfelt gratitude to the leadership of CILMMD and thanked her family, mentors, friends, and supporters who have encouraged and believed in her throughout her journey. She has also received congratulatory messages from well-wishers across Nigeria and beyond, marking the achievement as a celebrated milestone. “This moment fills my heart with deep gratitude and joy,” Okonkwo added, emphasizing her renewed commitment to continue making meani...
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Delta State Governor Accelerates SDG Push, Urges Civil Servants to Step Up Service Delivery

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Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, charges civil servants to recommit to more efficient and impactful service delivery, as the state works toward achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).   Speaking at the lecture marking the 2025 Civil Service Week Celebration held at the Unity Hall Government House Asaba, themed “Five Years to 2030: Accelerating Public Service Delivery for a Sustainable Future,” Governor Oborevwori described the civil service as the backbone of government and emphasized the need for innovation, discipline, and dedication. Governor Oborevwori reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to public service reform through the MORE Agenda, emphasizing human capital development and staff welfare. Highlighting ongoing investments in modern skills and practices to build a proactive, innovative, and responsive workforce, he urged civil servants to reciprocate these efforts with loyalty, professionalism, and alignment with government policies and goals.
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President Federation Cup: Lagos, Kwara Governors Honour Kwara United After 4-3 Win

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The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu and his counterpart from Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrasaq presented medals to the winners of the 2025 President Federation Cup, Kwara United at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Arena,Onikan, Lagos. The Harmony boys defeated Abakaliki FC 4-3 via penalty shoot-out following a stalemate after the 90th minute regulation time. Present at the country’s oldest championship are the Director General, Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu; Chairman, Lagos State Football Association, Hajji Gaffar Liameed. Others are the Chairman National Sports Commission, Sheu Dikko; Director General,NSC , Hon. Bukola Olopade; Senior Special Assistant to President on Grassroots Sports Development, Anthony Adeyinka Adeboye and Director General, National Institute for Sports,Comrade Philip Shaibu, Directors from the Lagos State Sports Commission, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Sports and other sports stakeholders. @jidesanwoolu...
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ENUGU GOV'T TO PROVIDE HOMES FOR AGUOWA, UGBO LAWRENCE FAMILIES AHEAD OF SLUM REDEVELOPMENT

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_…This has never happened in Nigeria – Dr. Chukwunwike_ The Enugu State Government has announced that the Tomorrow Is Here Housing Estate, now nearing completion in Enugu, is a major housing project designed to acco mmodate families from the Aguowa and Ugbo Lawrence communities. Governor Peter Mbah selected the two slums to be the first beneficiaries among over 20 slum areas in Enugu urban earmarked for redevelopment in line with the city’s master plan. The first phase of the estate which consists of 103 buildings has 206 units of two-bedroom semi-detached bungalows, with solar-powered boreholes already in place, ensuring a steady supply of potable water and providing comfort for residents while the slums are rebuilt. This was made known by the Commissioner for Housing, Dr. Martin Chukwunwike during an inspection tour of the estate on Thursday. Dr. Chukwunwike stated that the 103 buildings would have been completed by now but for delays caused by rainfall and the area's challenging...
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Enugu Gov't Concludes Training of Over 18,000 Teachers as Smart Schools Resume September

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…_as Ministry of Education partners local governments on phase 2 training_ As part of the sweeping education reforms introduced by Governor Peter Mbah’s administration, the Enugu State Government has announced ongoing intensification of training for more than 18,000 public school teachers with phase 1 already concluded. The training is a preparatory move ahead of the resumption of Smart Green Schools across the state, set to begin in September 2025. This was even as the state government stated that it would be partnering with local governments on intensive  training of teachers on the phase 2 programme which would soon commence.  The Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ndubueze Mbah, disclosed this at a seminar held over the weekend in Enugu. He stated that the teachers—comprising both newly recruited and existing educators—underwent a rigorous training programme focused on digital literacy and 21st-century instructional methods.  The initiative, he noted, is pa...
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GOVERNOR MBAH APPROVES APPOINTMENT OF NEW LEADERSHIP FOR ENUGU STATE FOREST GUARD

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The Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, has approved the appointments of Colonel Dan Didiugwu (rtd) as the Chairman of the Enugu State Forest Guard , and DCP Olamitisoji Akinbamilayo, PhD (rtd) as the Commander of the Enugu State Forest Guard. The appointment of the Chairman of the Forest Guard Board, which is subject to confirmation by the Enugu State House of Assembly, and that of the Commander of the Forest Guard, which takes effect immediately, are part of the State Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and professionalize forest and environmental security operations across Enugu State, in alignment with its commitment to safeguarding lives, property, and natural resources. It is further announced that the office of Commander of the Forest Guard supersedes the previously existing position of State Coordinator, which is now abolished. The State Government expresses confidence in the capacity and experience of both Colonel Didiugwu and DCP A...
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Mary Onyeali, Owumi, others Make List as Gov Mbah Inaugurates National Sports Festival LOC

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… _We’ll host to win, Ekweremadu assures_ 1996 Olympic bronze medalist, Mary Onyeali and former General Manger of Rangers International Football Club as well as current Chief Operating Officer of Nigeria Professional Football League, Davidson Owumi, were among the big names in the nation’s sports industry on parade as the governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah inaugurated the Local Organising Committee, LOC, for the 2026 National Sports Festival to be hosted by the state. Other members of the LOC, which has the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Barr. Lloyd Ekweremadu, as the Chairman, are Bamiduro Olumide, a seasoned sports management professional and recently retired Director of Elite Athletes Development, National Sports Commission; Aku Aghazu, a skilled lawyer with expertise in sports management; a representative of Nilayo Sports Management; and Chief Operating Officer of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Blessing Ekwe. Also, on the Committee...
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