Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma pledges land for NOVA Bank's permanent regional headquarters in Owerri. The new flagship office aims to boost SME support and job creation across South-East and South-South Nigeria.
Former federal lawmaker Ugonna Ozurigbo celebrated his 48th birthday as his wife, Ijeoma, was called to the Nigerian Bar. The grand Owerri event also marked their initiation into The Knights of St. John International.
A 38-year-old businesswoman in Owerri has been remanded for allegedly burning her maid's private parts with a candle and scalding her hands. The child is receiving treatment. Read the full story.
A Skypower Express Cessna 172 crashed at Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri. All four onboard survived. NSIB has launched an investigation into the incident. Read the latest details.
A Skypower Express Cessna 172 somersaulted at Sam Mbakwe Airport in Owerri. The NSIB confirms four occupants were hospitalised. Details on the emergency diversion emerge.
A Skypower Express Cessna 172 crashed at Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri. All four onboard survived. NSIB has launched an investigation into the incident. Read the latest details.
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.
Nollywood actor Kingsley Ogbonna makes shocking allegations against Pastor Chris Okafor, claiming he caused actress Doris Ogala multiple miscarriages and depression. Read the full story and public reactions here.
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.
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.
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 hosts a high-profile Economic Summit with global leaders like Boris Johnson and Aliko Dangote. Dangote announces major fertilizer investment plans. Discover the key outcomes.
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.
Imo Police Command refutes social media allegations of torture & organ harvesting at 'Tiger Base,' calling it a smear campaign. CP Danjuma establishes a Human Rights Desk.
The Imo State Police Command has dismissed viral allegations of torture and organ harvesting against its Tiger Base unit. The Commissioner has approved a new Human Rights Desk for oversight.
Imo State hosts the Imo Invest Summit 2025, a major West African economic gathering featuring global leaders like Ban Ki-moon and President Boakai. The event aims to unlock investment in energy, tech, and infrastructure. Read more.
Imo State Police Command dismisses viral video alleging torture and organ trafficking at its anti-kidnapping unit. Commissioner establishes Human Rights Desk for oversight.
Imo State Police have arrested Opara Evans and Chinedum Stanley for possessing banned fireworks and explosives in Owerri markets. Authorities warn against violations ahead of the festive season.
Federal University of Technology Owerri to graduate 76 first-class students, confer honorary degrees on Aliko Dangote, George Akume. Governor Alex Otti to deliver pre-convocation lecture. Details inside.
Governor Alex Otti's advance team narrowly escaped an attack by unidentified gunmen in Imo State. No casualties reported. Security agencies are investigating the incident.
Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Ngor Okpala, Imo State. A separate kidnap attack left a Lexus SUV destroyed. Watch the shocking videos and get the full details.
Abia Governor Alex Otti's office dismisses reports of an attack on his convoy. An advance team was ambushed near Owerri airport. No lives were lost. Read the full details.
President Tinubu appoints Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma as Renewed Hope Ambassador. South-East stakeholders hail the strategic move for regional integration and national unity. Read more.
South East Renewed Hope Agenda hails President Tinubu for appointing Governor Hope Uzodimma as Renewed Hope Ambassador, calling it a strategic boost for national cohesion and regional integration in Nigeria.
A Nigerian lady from Imo State breaks down in tears during her first ride in a self-driving car in China. Her emotional video triggers mixed reactions online as she celebrates breaking generational records.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma as Director-General for Party Outreach, Engagement and Mobilisation. Discover the mandate and economic achievements cited.
Imo State Commissioner Dr Chimezie Amadi reveals plans to make Imo Nigeria's innovation hub after winning NCS Tech Champions award. Learn about the state's digital transformation journey.
EEDC refutes Imo State's claim of a planned massive power outage, calling it propaganda. The company urges the government to enable, not frustrate, its operations. Read the full details.