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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...

Eid-el-Fitr: IGP Disu felicitates Muslims, orders nationwide security deployment

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Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu extends Eid-el-Mubarak greetings to Muslim faithful nationwide. The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has congratulated Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the successful completion of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr. In a statement issued through the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the police chief directed Commissioners of Police and tactical commanders across all states and the Federal Capital Territory to strengthen security arrangements during the festive period. The directive includes the deployment of tactical teams and intelligence operatives, as well as the positioning of the Special Intervention Squad and conventional personnel at Eid prayer grounds and critical infrastructure. It also covers increased police presence on highways, at motor parks, recreational centres and other public spaces. The IGP further ordered heightened visibility policing, coordinated patrols, enh...

Federal Fire Service and FCT Education Board Partner on School Fire Safety

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Federal Fire Service logo representing the school fire safety collaboration. The Federal Fire Service (FFS) and the FCT Secondary Education Board have begun a collaboration to strengthen fire safety and emergency preparedness in secondary schools across the Federal Capital Territory. Officials from both institutions met to discuss how schools can implement better fire safety measures and emergency procedures. The partnership will focus on integrating safety practices into daily school operations and raising awareness among teachers, staff, and students. The FFS delegation was led by Assistant Controller General B. T. Mohammed, while the Board was represented by Mrs. Ehidiamen Gladys. A statement from the Federal Fire Service’s National Public Relations Officer, DCF P. O. Abraham, noted that the meeting marks the start of a long-term effort to build safer learning environments. Planned initiatives include safety compliance support, development of standardized school safety procedures, r...

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...