imo state

SPOTTED: ‘Nollywood’ governor, Rochas Okorocha roasting corn by the roadside

by Rachel Ogbu Why is Governor Rochas Okorocha roasting corn with a baby in his arm? …that’s a good question. The Imo state governor was probably showing that he’s a man of the people quite literally, and was photographed multitasking with a camera crew and his security aides standing guard. The last time we spotted him, he... Read More

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Epidemic: 14 pregnant teenagers found in ANOTHER Imo baby factory

Another breakthrough has been recorded in Imo State by security agencies in their current fight against the establishment of baby making factories and trafficking in human beings, as no fewer than 14 pregnant teenagers were rescued by security operatives who stormed a building located at Umuguma, Owerri, Imo State. Vanguard gathered that the latest baby... Read More

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Spooky: King-to-be dies 48 hours before coronation in Imo

by Rachel Ogbu Timothy Uzoka, 80, was to be crowned king of Ekitiafor Abba in Nwangele Local Government of Imo state but died in his home, as preparations were in top gear for his official coronation The reason behind his death was not given but reports say he died 48 hours before he was due... Read More

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Rochas, ported: Gov Okorocha officially goes over to the APC

by Rachel Ogbu Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has official defected to the All Progressives Congress. He made the move yesterday at a rally in Owerri encouraging the people of the state to join him. Okorocha who was also celebrating his two years in office said joining APC was to guarantee that his people continued... Read More

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Corruption allegation: ALGON drags Rochas Okorocha to the EFCC

by Isi Esene The Imo State branch of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria has dragged the state governor, Rochas Okorocha and other government functionaries to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly misappropriating public funds. ALGON, through its lawyer, C.O.C Akaolisa is accusing Okorocha of “criminal conspiracy, abuse of office, stealing,... Read More

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January 30, 2013

Nkiru Sylvanus kidnapping: Police, SSS parade ex-MOPOL officer, 5 others (PICTURED)

by Isi Esene Six suspects were yesterday paraded by the police and the State Security Service for their alleged involvement in the kidnapping of actress, Nkiru Sylvanus. The suspects paraded include Ndidi Cletus, also known as Matthew Ofurum; Stanley Asouna; Aminu Musa; Muhammed Abubakar; Obinna Okolisa, and Samson Onwuka. The leader of the gang, Ndidi... Read More

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December 22, 2012

Nkiru Sylvanus: Her family paid N8m ransom to secure her release – Police

by Isi Esene Nkiru Sylvanus, the special assistant to the Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha, who was abducted by kidnappers in Owerri, reportedly had N8m paid to secure her release. This bit of information was disclosed by the state commissioner of police, Adisa Bolanta, who said the amount was paid by her family despite repeated... Read More

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December 20, 2012

Nkiru Sylvanus: 16 suspects arrested in connection with kidnap

by Akan Ido The Imo State police command have announced the arrest of 16 suspects in connection with the kidnap of Nkiru Sylvanus, the special assistant to the governor on public affairs. The police command spokesman, Vitalis Onugu said this was achieved during a raid of what it described as a kidnappers’ den in the... Read More

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December 19, 2012

Report: Former Mr. Nigeria, Kenneth Okolie was kidnapped with Nkiru Sylvanus

by Rachel Ogbu The hunt for actress and Special Assistant on Public Affairs to Imo State Governor, Nkiru Sylvanus as the state government intensifies the search offering a reward to the public for information on kidnappers. Also members of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, were ready to stage a protest but in a new ... Read More

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December 18, 2012

Nkiru Sylvanus: Kidnappers contact Imo government

by Isi Esene The Imo State government has confirmed that the kidnappers of Nkiru Sylvanus, the special assistant to the governor on public affairs, have made contact with it but refused to divulge further details of their communication. This bit was disclosed yesterday by the state commissioner for information and strategy, Chinedu Offor who also... Read More

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December 2, 2012

Power Intoxication: Rochas Okorocha’s ADC beat mobile policeman unconscious

by Isi Esene A mobile police officer attached to the state government house in Imo got a beating of his life from the governor’s aide-de-camp (ADC) for allegedly delaying opening the gate for the governor’s convoy. The ADC to Governor Rochas Okorocha, identified as Omo Gabriel, with the help of two other police officers were... Read More

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November 25, 2012

Femi Brainard weds Top Radio OAP, Uche Nwokocha (PHOTOS)

by Akan Ido Actor, Femi Barainard, yesterday got married to On-air personality, Uche Nwokocha in Imo State. The beautiful bride is a Top Radio 90.9 OAP. Don’t they just look happy together? We say congratulations to both of them.

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November 23, 2012

Owelle goes back to school: Rochas Okorocha spotted in high school uniform (PHOTO)

by Rachel Ogbu Governor Rochas Okorocha is having the time of his life. The Owelle of Education, as we have dubbed him, was recently photographed in a publicity campaign, promoting education in his home state of Imo. In school uniform, complete with a short tie and his Owelle cap to match, there’s no beating the governor.... Read More

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November 14, 2012

“Rumour-mongers can never see my downfall” – Nkiru Sylvanus denies losing her appointment

by Isi Esene Nollywood actress, Nkiru Sylvanus who was reportedly fired by the Imo State government from her position as the special assistant on Lagos Affairs has denied the stories saying she was just transferred to handle another government portfolio. In a statement signed by Sylvanus – famous for marathon crying sessions on screen –... Read More

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November 13, 2012

You’re fired: Nkiru Sylvanus, special assistant to Rochas Okorocha loses appointment – Report

by Isi Esene The are unconfirmed reports that actress Nkiru Sylvanus has lost her position as the special assistant to the governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, on Lagos Matters. The governor was severally criticized by observers when her appointment was made public. Observers wondered what the job description of a SA on Lagos Matter... Read More

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August 28, 2012

“Speak English in public and be dethroned” – Gov. Rochas warns traditional rulers

by Stanley Azuakola The English language may be Nigeria’s lingua franca, but in Imo State, South East Nigeria, speaking English in public is the surest way for a traditional ruler to be dethroned. Henceforth, according to the Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha, any Imo State monarch, who speaks English in any public forum in the... Read More

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The Owelle of Education: Rochas Okorocha wants to build two more Imo universities before 2015

by Stanley Azuakola In this era of frequent university staff strikes over wages, the only government which has shown interest in establishing more universities is the government at the centre – the FG. Some states like Ogun have even begun the process of merging different universities in order to cut cost. Governor Rochas Okorocha of... Read More

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Has it started? Bomb discovered in rural Imo State

by Tolu Orekoya Nigerians are in a heightened state of alertness after several groups have come forward to say that there may be a move to shift the thrust of terrorist attacks to the south of the country. On Wednesday a gardener found the explosive device at Umudo Village Hall, close to Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Obollo,... Read More

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