Catholic Priest Shot in Imo on Christmas Day
Gunmen attacked an assistant parish priest at Saint Kelvin Catholic Church, Ogbaku, on Christmas morning. Get the latest details on the investigation and the growing threat to clergy in Nigeria.
Gunmen attacked an assistant parish priest at Saint Kelvin Catholic Church, Ogbaku, on Christmas morning. Get the latest details on the investigation and the growing threat to clergy in Nigeria.
Canadian-based Nigerian gospel singer Rev'd Chinedu Nmezi has been ordained a priest in the Anglican Diocese of Orlu, Imo State. Read about the ceremony and his new mission.
Imo State confirms the postponed Ahiajoku Lecture will now hold in Q1 2026. Governor Uzodimma to send a bill to establish the centre as a pan-Igbo affair. Read the full details.
An assistant parish priest in Owerri West was shot on Christmas morning, highlighting security threats to clergy in Imo State. Police are investigating the attack.
Gunmen attacked a Catholic priest in Imo State on Christmas morning. The assistant parish priest was shot while approaching for Mass. Police are investigating. Read for details and updates.
Kelechi Nwosu was arrested in Isiala Mbano for allegedly defiling his 7-year-old niece. Police confirm medical evidence and pending arraignment. #JusticeForChildren #ImoState
A Nigerian lady's story of perseverance after writing JAMB five times, repeating a year, and resitting four exams has gone viral. She celebrates her graduation, attributing success to God and inspiring others. Read her full journey.
Imo State Police Commissioner Aboki Danjuma has initiated comprehensive security measures across all 27 LGAs to ensure a peaceful Christmas. Residents urged to be vigilant.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma presents a ₦1.44 trillion budget for 2026, with 83.4% for capital projects. Read the full details of the economic plan.
Imo State Police Command has arrested four suspects in Owerri for unlawful possession of banned fireworks and pyrotechnics. The command warns the public against use or sale of such items. Report suspicious activities.
Imo State Police have arrested four suspects for unlawful possession of banned fireworks in Owerri. SP Henry Okoye confirms the total ban on such explosives. Read the full details.
President Bola Tinubu has renamed the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, in honour of the late Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Read the full story.
President Bola Tinubu has renamed the Federal University of Health and Medical Sciences, Azare, after the late Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi during a condolence visit to Bauchi State.
The Federal University Lokoja community is grieving after Favour, a 200-level Biotechnology student, died from a snake bite. Read the full story and the SUG's call for safety.
Professor Daniel Nwachukwu is the new VC of Alex Ekwueme Federal University. He vows to tackle infrastructure, funding, and boost global rankings. Read his full agenda.
Augustine University in Epe pleads with LASEPA as loudspeakers from Ori Oke Iyanu disrupt studies and health. The VC reports a staff member hospitalized. Read the full story.
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf approves the appointment of Prof. Amina Salihi Bayero as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Northwest University. Discover her academic journey and the impact of this historic decision.
The House of Representatives has directed federal agencies to immediately begin emergency repairs on the collapsed Umuma Isiaku–Nkwerre Road in Imo State and address severe erosion across Ideato. Urgent relief for displaced communities is also mandated.
Adekunle Ajasin University confirms over 1,116 students benefited from N144.5m NELFUND loans for tuition. VC also details new hostel projects to enhance campus safety. Read more.
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo commits to addressing unpaid salaries and gratuities at Ambrose Alli University, inherited from past administrations. Read the full story.
American Veterans of Igbo Descent blast former UK PM Boris Johnson for saying he felt 'perfectly safe' in Nigeria. They challenge him to travel by road without security. Read their full reaction.
Imo State Government seals hotel and private mortuary in Ngor-Okpala after discovering mutilated corpses. Suspect Stanley Morocco Oparaugo declared wanted. Police vow to apprehend all accomplices.
Imo State Government seals facilities linked to a wanted kidnap kingpin after discovering mutilated bodies. Police suspect illegal organ harvesting. Public demands probe into police unit.
JAMB has announced the registration process for the 2026 UTME, starting Jan 31. Prospective candidates must have a NIN and valid email. Get all the details here.
Vice President Kashim Shettima announces new BOI and DBN funding windows for Imo SMEs at the 2025 Economic Summit, aiming to boost production and job creation.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma says Nigeria's economy was like a barren woman before President Bola Tinubu's painful but fruitful reforms. Read his full statement on security and resilience.
JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede commissions NATAP award projects at Kaduna Polytechnic, including a new Medical Lab. He outlines the criteria for JAMB awards, urging inclusive admissions nationwide.
The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) in Ondo has welcomed 1,232 new students. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ebunola Adejuyigbe urged them to aim for global excellence through dedication and hard work.
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson countered global security warnings, stating he feels 'perfectly safe' in Nigeria during the Imo State Economic Summit 2025. Read his full remarks.
Imo State Police Command neutralizes kidnappers, arrests suspects, recovers weapons, and denies human rights abuse allegations at tactical unit. CP Danjuma vows to sustain operations.