Members of the Ndigbo Traditional Rulers Forum, led by His Royal Majesty Eze Nnamdi Ofoegbu, on Friday paid a royal visit to His Eminence, the Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Azinge, at his palace in Asaba. The visit was centered on discussions concerning the unity, security, and preservation of Igbo culture and tradition. After due…
A United States-based medical doctor, Dr. John Onyema, has constructed a pedestrian bridge linking Okpuala village back to the rest of the Amaogwugwu community in Umuhu Autonomous Community, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State, after decades of isolation. The newly completed bridge is expected to significantly ease movement within the community, enabling pupils…
In a significant step towards improving rural education infrastructure, the Eze W. Ahanna Onyeukwu Foundation yesterday flagged off the renovation of a dilapidated classroom block at Nkwoba Community Primary School in Akpahia Okpuala, Ohuhu In Umuahia North LGA of Abia State.The event which took place on the 18th of April, marked a new chapter for…
HRM Eze Nnamdi Ofoegbu, Diawa of Umudiawa Ancient kingdom and Chairman of the Ndigbo Progressive Traditional Rulers Council, has issued a passionate plea to the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, to urgently address the deteriorating condition of the Umuahia/Ikot-ekpene road. This vital stretch of roadway that cuts from Abia state to Akwaibom has been…
The Ndigbo Traditional Rulers Council has extended its profound congratulations to Barrister Sam Hart on his well-deserved appointment as Chief of Staff to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu. In a message signed by the Council Chairman, HRM Eze Nnamdi Ofoegbu, and made available to newsmen, the Council commended…
The Ofeme Progressive Union Federated (OPUF) held a crucial and historic reconciliation meeting on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Umunkpu Hall, Ude Ofeme. In a landmark resolution, the union successfully unified two previously divided factions, forming one cohesive executive body that promises to work towards the development and progress of the Ofeme community. The resolution…
The Bajju community and beyond gathered yesterday to bid farewell to Mrs. Hanatu Irymiya Bature (JP), a revered scholar, proprietress, and community builder, who passed away at the age of 74 on January 25, 2025. Her burial, held on February 1, 2025, was marked by deep sorrow and heartfelt tributes. Married into the Royal Family…
According to Charles De Lin: “Every time you do a good deed you shine the light a little farther into the dark. And the thing is, when you’re gone, that light will keep shining on, pushing the shadows back.” The words of this philosopher are reflective of the story of Chief Moritz Abazie (Onwa Isingwu)…
The Umuafai and Umuana Communities in Umuahia North LGA of Abia State have lamented the plans of the state government to demolish their ancestral homes. A community leader who spoke to the News-Gazette Online on condition of anonymity said, the people are happy with the award of the contract to reconstruct the Umuafai/Umuana Ring Road…
Chief Ikenna Okafor has been honoured with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Ikuku Oma na Uturu by the Uturu council of Ndi Eze. The traditional title was conferred upon him on Saturday by the Uturu Council of Ndi Eze, led by HRH Eze Charles Onuoha (Isiyi 1 of Isiyi), in recognition of his numerous humanitarian…
