An Igbo group; World Igbo People’s Assembly (WIPAS), has declared its intention to raise the sum of five hundred billion naira towards the achievement of the 2023 Nigeria Presidency of Igbo Extraction project. Spokesman of the group Chief Emeka Nwachukwu in a release said that it was long overdue for the Igbos to produce a president of Nigeria. Nwachukwu who stated that the project is cost intensive, however, expressed hope that Ndigbo and Nigerians of good conscience all over the world would contribute to fund the project as they begin consultation of Igbo leaders and Nigerians across the world. He told Nigerians to put their searchlight on Igbo land and look for candidates that will salvage Nigeria who are in quantum. Nwachukwu noted that the WIPAS team would soon meet those it described as “who is who” in Nigeria in that regard congratulating Gen Yakubu Gowon, Gen IBB, Gen Ishola Williams , Chief E K Clark, Alh Balarabe Musa, Chief Ebenezar Babatope , Mallam El Rufai,

The Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano has placed one year suspension on the 12 Igwes who went on an ill-advised trip to Abuja without consultation or approval from the Government of Anambra State. Announcing the suspension in a circular titled “Suspension of Twelve (12) Traditional Rulers in Anambra State,” and dated Tuesday August 11, 2020, the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs, Mr. Greg Obi listed the affected traditional rulers as follows -  1. Igwe Alex Edozieuno of Mkpunando 2. Igwe Mark Anthony Okonkwo of Alor 3. Igwe Chukuwma Bob Vincent Orji of Ezinifite 4. Igwe Engr G.B.C Mbakwe of Abacha 5. Igwe Chijioke Nwankwo of Nawfia 6. Igwe Nkeli Nelly of Igbariam 7. Igwe Anthony Onyekwere of Owelle 8. Igwe A. N Onwuneme of Ikenga 9. Igwe Simon Ikechukwu Chidubem of Umumbo 10. Igwe S. O Uche of Ezira 11. Igwe Dr Emeka Ilouno of Ifitedunu 12. Igwe Peter Ikegbunem Udoji of Eziagulu Otu.  The suspension took effec

A renowned Non-governmental Organization in Nigeria, Mercy Uwakwe Foundation in collaboration with Mercy Wave Conglomerate have on the 17th of July 2020 commenced the 3rd phase of its palliative program tagged "3rd Mercy Wave Palliative Outreach". The outreach commenced at Bende Local Government Council Headquarters in Bende Local Government Area of Abia state. During the outreach and palliative distribution exercise of the 3rd Mercy Wave Palliative Outreach, the Team Mercy Uwakwe Foundation distributed several food items and relief material to people living across Bende LGA. Some of the distributed items include, bags of rice, cartons of Spaghetti, bags of beans, cartons of Noodles, amongst others. Speaking to State Press during the outreach program, the Father of the Founder, His Royal Highness Eze Uwakwe Ukaegbu (Ofufu 2 of Amaofufu Igbere), noted that the 3rd Mercy Wave Palliative Outreach was in-view of the foundation's commitment to support vulnerable hou

Despite the outbreak of covid 19 pandemic and the subsequent shutting down of schools in Nigeria and across the world, some patriotic individuals still strive to improve our educational sector and investing in providing infrastructure and building higher standard schools for our teaming youths, kids and toddlers. As was witnessed in Abia State on Friday 31st July 2020 when an ultra modern School complex was officially declared open, pending the resumption of schools as directed by the state and federal government respectively. Higher Ground international School is located along Umuahia - Uzuakoli high way. The school complex comprises of a nursery, primary and secondary schools. It has a well equipped laboratory, library and higher standard infrastructure. The opening ceremony was attended by dignitaries from across the state. The proprietor Mr Chibuisi Ohia Michael presented his first annual public lecture series titled "TAKING PRIDE IN QUALITY EDUCATION"

A Nigerian, Mr Gabe Okoye, is on the ballot in a forthcoming Democratic Party’s senatorial primary runoff election in the U.S. Okoye, who hails from Enugwu-Aguleri, in Anambra, is seeking the main opposition party’s ticket for the Nov. 3 general election into the Georgia State Senate to represent District 9. Okoye, who is a chieftain of the party in the state, faces a black female challenger, Nikki Merritt, in the second round scheduled for Aug. 11. They both advanced to the runoff stage after defeating a third aspirant, Cheryle Moses, in the first round of the primary held on June 9. The winner will face the incumbent, Sen. Peter Martin, a Republican, who has been representing the district since 2015 and is seeking a fourth term. Okoye is currently a Planning Commissioner in Gwinnett County, the second-most populous local government in Georgia, and is the first black man to serve as a commissioner in the county’s 202-year history. The civil engineer and founder of Georgia-b

African midfielder Frank Onyeka was voted Danish club FC Midtylland’s Player of the Year after an outstanding season for the newly crowned league champions, Completesports.com reports. Midtylland disclosed this after posting a picture of Onyeka on their verified Twitter handle receiving his award at the weekend. The 22-year-old scored four goals made two assists in 35 appearances in all competitions for Midtylland in the just concluded season. His impressive performance helped the club clinch their third league title which they last won in 2018. It was Onyeka’s second trophy with the club since he joined them in 2018 after winning the Danish Cup in the 2018/2019 campaign. He joined Midtylland from Nigerian club side FC Ebiede.

Popular Nollywood Actor Sings And Dances With Sen. Orji Uzo Kalu (Photos, Video) See the moment the Nigeria Senate Chief Whip, Senator (Dr.) Orji Uzor Kalu was entertained at his private residence by famous Nollywood actor/singer, Harry B. The duo will be fit for a music collaboration, because Senator Orji Uzo Kalu showed some amazing dancing steps. Watch video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL5R1ddFayA

Abia State chapter chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Johnson Onuigbo has been reported dead. Though details of his death are sketchy sources said that he died Monday morning. Details shortly…

Uncovering The Notable Capacity Impact Of Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, Nigeria Politician, Businessman And Philanthropist In the history books of Nigeria, which happens to be the giant of Africa, the people of Abia State and the Aba community may have been privileged to produce the first ever youngest politically elected Chairman of a Local Government Area in Nigeria at 28years. The reverberation from the extensive and countless achievements of the Abia State born Alex Mascot Ikwechegh cannot be underemphasized. The young and vibrant politician, bussinessman, philanthropist and impact-maker, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, is currently the Chief Executive Officer of GrossField Group, a conglomerate agency that majors in international trade, construction, real estate, property development, oil and gas. The GrossField Group presently homes GrossField Construction LTD, GrossField Energy and GrossField Merchants LTD which are operational across several states in Nigeria, including Abuja, La