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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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Gov Mbah Rolls Out Compactors, Automated Road Sweepers, Others to Keep Enugu Clean

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Riding on the crest of Enugu State’s emergence as the cleanest state and winner of the maiden Renewed Hope Model Green State Award in 2025, the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has unveiled the state’s newest environmental cleanliness and sustainability assets, insisting that a clean city is a healthy and competitive city ready for growth. Equipment unveiled include 10 brand new waste compactors, seven automated street sweepers, and 200 modern dumpsters. Unveiling the new assets at the Old Government Lodge in Enugu on Tuesday, Mbah, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, restated his administration’s commitment to sustaining Enugu’s emergence as Nigeria’s model green state in 2025. “Today’s event is more than the unveiling of equipment — it is a clear demonstration of our administration’s commitment to building the Enugu State of the future. With the introduction of these modern equipment, we are strengthening the backb...
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ENUGU STATE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT WARNS AGAINST BUSH BURNING AS DRY SEASON SETS IN

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The Enugu State Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has issued a stern warning to residents as the harmattan season takes hold, cautioning that indiscriminate bush burning remains a criminal offence under state law. The Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Prof. Ugwu, highlighted the dangers posed by uncontrolled fires, noting that they are a leading cause of fire outbreaks during the dry season. He explained that bush burning for purposes such as hunting, land clearing, the use of fireworks, and the careless disposal of cigarette butts often ignite wildfires that threaten lives, property, and the environment. According to the Commissioner, such acts cause significant destruction every year and contravene the provisions of the Enugu State Environmental and Climate Protection Law. Prof. Ugwu urged residents to completely refrain from bush burning and to assist authorities by monitoring and reporting illegal fire outbreaks in their communities. H...
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