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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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Huge Crowd as Gov. Mbah's Chief of Staff Joins APC, Urges Professionals to Embrace Politics

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Pix: Barr. Victor Udeh officially joins APC during electronic registration exercise in Umabi Ward Hundreds of residents gathered on Saturday at Obodo Upo, Umabi Ward, in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State to witness Barr. Victor Udeh, Chief of Staff to Governor Peter Mbah, officially join the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the party’s electronic membership registration exercise. Barr. Udeh encouraged professionals, technocrats, and experienced practitioners to take active roles in politics, emphasizing that their involvement strengthens governance and supports socio-economic development. He noted that the strong turnout reflected the public’s recognition of Governor Mbah’s development initiatives in Umabi Ward and Udi Local Government Area, as well as growing support for the APC as a leading political force in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections. “Politics is more than numbers; it is about building meaningful connections with your community. When leaders respond...
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Journalists Urged To Imbibe Team Work To Achieve Desired Goal In Service Delivery

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A pictorial view of the ESBS officials during their visit to the Hon. Commissioner, Ministry of Information and Communication, Enugu. The Commissioner for Information and Communication in Enugu State, Dr. Malachy Agbo, has advised journalists to work together as a team and prioritize accurate reporting to achieve excellence in their profession. He made this call during a courtesy visit by the management of Enugu State Broadcasting Service (ESBS) to his office on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the State Secretariat. According to Agbo, journalists should prioritize reporting news accurately and promptly to prevent the spread of misinformation. "When you publish first, you counter all other untrue news," he stressed, adding that ESBS should ensure government news takes the lead. The Managing Director of ESBS, Mr. Ladi Akeredolu-Ale, said the visit was to familiarize themselves with the Commissioner and reaffirm their cordial relationship with the Ministry of Informatio...
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Breaking! Gov. Mbah Reshuffles Cabinet, Swears-in Head of Service, 6 Commissioners

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… _Reassigns 3 Commissioners_ Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, on Tuesday, rejigged his cabinet, swearing in a new Head of Service, six new Commissioners, and reassigning three others. Mbah also assigned portfolios to the new appointees following the administration of Oath of Office on them by a representative of the Ministry of Justice, Chizoba Ogbodo, at the State Executive Council Chamber, Government House, Enugu. The newly sworn-in appointees are: Dr. Godwin Anigbo, Head of Service; Engr. Benjamin Osita Okoh, Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure; Prof. Benedett Ekwutosi Okoli, Commissioner for Human Development and Poverty Eradication; Enyinna Franklin Ogbonna, Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources; and Dr. Samuel Ogbu-Nwobodo, Commissioner for Trade, Investment, and Industry. Others are Prof. George Ugwu, Commissioner for Health and Engr. Ben Collins Ndu Jr., who was designated as the Commissioner for Water Resou...
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PDP Inaugurates LG, Ward Executives In Enugu South Council

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State on Thursday, inaugurated some newly elected Local Government and Ward Executives of the party at the Enugu South Council Area. At the Council's headquarters in Uwani, the special occasion had the distinct presence of the PDP Chairman, Enugu State, Dr. Martin Chukwuwike, who inaugurated the executives commending them as well as members, for their believe in the party. Dr. Chukwuwike also appreciated the Council Chairman, Hon. Caleb Ani, for ensuring the growth of the party in the area, adding that PDP had been strengthened since his assumption as the leader of the party in the Council Area. According to him, "With this momentum, I have no doubt that in the next election, the remaining position in the state will be taken over by PDP. “This inauguration signifies the readiness of PDP to operate seamlessly in the ward, local government, and at state levels. United, we will remain a formidable force to achieve our goals,...
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Nigeria’s Information Minister Commends IPI, NUJ on Successful Election, Calls for Responsible Journalism

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The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has commended the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) for the smooth and successful conduct of elections for new executive officers. In a statement signed by the Minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Rabiu Ibrahim, he said, “I wish to congratulate Messrs Muskilu Mojeed, Chief Executive Officer of Premium Times, and Ahmed Shekarau, Managing Director of Media Trust, who were re-elected as President and Secretary, respectively, as well as the re-election of four other officers of IPI Nigeria,” Idris stated. The Minister also lauded the peaceful transition of leadership within the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), which led to the emergence of Malam Alhassan Yahaya as President. He said the election of the new leadership of the NUJ, including Mr. Yahaya as President and Abimbola Oyetunde as first female Deputy National President, reflects the evolving dyna...
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Enugu Luckiest for Having Mbah – Minister

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… _Says Ministry to partner Enugu, lights up Christmas Village, Unity Park_ The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has described the governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, as a rare gift to the nation, saying Enugu is the luckiest state to have him. Musawa, who was on a one-day visit to the state, during which she toured the International Conference Centre, Enugu Digital Museum, and equally lit up the Christmas Village, a state-private sector initiative at the Naira Triangle, and the Unity Park, commended Mbah’s development strides and innovation in the past 18 months, expressing the Ministry’s continued support and partnership to further develop the arts, culture, tourism, and creative potentials of the state and initiatives of the governor. “I can tell you unequivocally that Enugu is one of the luckiest states in Nigeria and I don’t say this lightly. You have been governor for a year and a bit now, but you have completely distingui...
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