ENUGU — The Sullivan Chime tenure as Governor of Enugu State was a remarkable time in the history of the Coal city especially as it concerns good roads and sanitation; if his legacy were sustained, Enugu state and her environs would by now be a haven. But this is a far cry from the present condition of her roads and overall sanitation; a state notable for cleanliness is now a sorry sight with dirt and...
NewsNigeria Elections2023 Election: After The Million Matches Across The Nation, The Next Step
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)October 4, 2022
Youths obey the clarion call Let us lift our nation high Under the sun or in the rain With dedication and selflessness Nigeria is ours, Nigeria we serve. (1st stanza NYSC Anthem) More than three and a half decades ago, Dr. Oluwole Adetiran of Ibafo, Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State Nigeria, graduate of Music from the University of Nigeria Nsukka during his days as a corps member composed the National...
NewsFree Medical Consultation In Honor Of Late Dr. Chike Akunyili In Enugu
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 27, 2022
In commemoration of the death of Dr. Chike John Akunyili, the Management of St. Leo’s Hospital Enugu, has organized a free medical consultation and counseling at the hospital situated at No. 57 Nike Lake Road, opposite Amazing Love church Trans-Ekulu, Enugu. In a letter signed by the hospital proprietor Obumneme Akunyili, the one-year memorial service of Dr. Chike Akunyili will begin with a Holy Mass presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Nsukka Diocese Most...
Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaEnugu Highways under attacks, Police Rescue 12 Kidnap Victims
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 24, 2022
In South East geopolitical zone of Nigeria, Enugu State in times past was adjudged as the most peaceful state; cases of kidnappings, and robbery were insignificant compared to her counterparts. But the narrative is gradually changing as cases of armed robberies and kidnapping in Coal city make waves; worst is the activities of these men on the Enugu-Port Harcourt highway and Enugu/Opi/Nsukka Highway. Nowadays, commuters on both highways set off in fear and trepidation because...
HealthNewsNigeriaKanu Heart Foundation to Hold Free Medical Checks and Fitness Walk in Enugu
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 22, 2022
Ahead of the annual World Heart Day, 29th September, the founder and members of the Kanu Heart Foundation on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and intimated him of the foundation’s intended Fitness Walk in the Coal city in commemoration of year 2022 World Heart Day. Kanu Nwankwo popularly known as Papilo, a former professional footballer and Olympic gold medalist revealed that Enugu State was chosen as venue for...
NewsNigeriaPoliceThe Nigeria Police Academy: Enugu State Command Announces Screening Guidelines Into.
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 22, 2022
The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Ahmed Ammani, FDC, calls on applicants of Enugu State origin, who successfully applied and completed the online registration in the ongoing 9th Regular Course Intake into the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil-Kano, to be wary of scammers as the screening exercise is absolutely free and without any pecuniary obligation. CP Ammani however advised applicants to pay attention to details and specific guidelines during the exercise as failure to...
HealthNewsNSIA Takes Over Enugu State Medical Diagnostic Centre
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 20, 2022
ENUGU — The Enugu State Government has signed an agreement with the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority, NSIA, to take over the formerly state-owned diagnostic center located opposite All Saints Anglican Church, along Garden Avenue, Enugu. Consequently, the Enugu State Medical Diagnostic Centre, Enugu henceforth will be known as Medical Diagnostic and Oncology (Cancer) Treatment Centre. Benefits of the takeover to the state and her environs according to the Senior Special Adviser to the State Governor...
The Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has called on communities desirous to become autonomous to send their request to the newly inaugurated committee overseeing the creation of autonomous communities in the state. Ugwuanyi stated this during the inauguration ceremony of the 7-man committee on Tuesday at the EXCO Chamber, Government House, Independence Layout Enugu. The Governor revealed, “Enugu State Government has been inundated with requests for creation of new autonomous communities from all nooks and...
NewsNigeria Elections2 Million Match in Enugu in Support of Peter Obi
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 10, 2022
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent) ENUGU — No presidential candidate in Nigeria ever garnered massive support from the masses as the man Peter Obi who though relegated by a top political party is now a song on the lips of millions of Nigerians; his name reverberates in every nooks and cranny of the 774 Local Government Areas and 36 states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Political parties’ campaigns are common but...
MilitaryNewsNew GOC 82 Division Assures Peaceful Coexistence in Enugu, Commends State Government
Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 6, 2022
ENUGU — The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lt. Gen. Farouk Yahaya, expressed profound appreciation to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State for his immense support and cooperation with the Nigerian Army in the effective discharge of her responsibilities in the state and beyond. Speaking on Monday during a courtesy visit to the Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi at the Lion building, Enugu State Government House, Independence Layout Enugu, the newly appointed General Officer Commanding,...