Ebonyi State Government has adjusted the curfew placed on Amasiri Community of Afikpo Local Government Area of the State, as measures necessary for the maintenance of peace and order in the troubled communities. Recall that there was wanton carnage and gruesome murder of Ebonyians in Okporojo village by warlords allegedly loyal to members of Amasiri […]
The Ubazuoha Charity Foundation has launched its 2026 free medical outreach with a large-scale intervention. The Medical Outreach provided basic laboratory tests such as hepatitis B screening and malaria diagnosis, while more complex conditions were documented for referral to specialist hospitals. The NGO cleared hospital bills exceeding N20 million, treated over 2,000 patients within three […]
The Chairman, Senate Committee on Information and National Orientation, Sen. Ken Eze has stressed the need for national dialogue on constitutional reforms to determine whether an extended tenure could improve policy implementation without undermining the system of checks and balances. While acknowledging that the ideological framework may be contentious, Eze added that the discourse should […]
The Information Communication Technology, ICT University, Oferekpe Agbaja, Ebonyi State said it introduced an industry-driven curriculum integrating ethical hacking, blockchain technology, financial technology (FinTech), and tech entrepreneurship in order to boost the nation’s education sector. The initiative, spearheaded by the Vice Chancellor, Engr. Prof. Ernest Ituma Egba, is designed to equip students with cutting-edge digital […]
The Commissioner for the Ministry of Internal Security, Hon. Prince Etta Uka Ude has reiterated his Ministry’s commitment to ensuring that Ebonyi State becomes a crime-free State under his watch. Hon. Prince Etta Uka Ude declared this on Wednesday, during a press briefing in his office at the Old Government House Abakaliki. The Security Boss […]
The Ebonyi State Chairman of Labour Party, Chief Henry Udeh has announced that the Labour Party had successfully completed all requirements for participation in the forthcoming Local Government polls and would submit its list of candidates to the Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC) as scheduled. Udeh expressed confidence in the party’s preparedness, describing Labour […]
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South East), Barr. Chioma Nweze, has met with the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), to address pressing security challenges confronting the South East region. The high-level meeting, brought together members of the Presidential Community Engagement Team and senior officials of the Ministry of […]
The leadership crisis rocking the Ebonyi State chapter of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) took a legal turn as a suit challenging the Chairmanship position of the council was adjourned to February 10, 2026, for hearing of an interlocutory injunction. Speaking to journalists in Abakaliki after the court session, Counsel to the plaintiff, Barrister Theophilus […]
The Caretaker Committee Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Ebonyi State, Barr. Onyebuchi Ekuma has condemned in strong terms the killing of Okporojo villagers in Oso Edda in Edda Local Government Area of the State. The Chairman who was visibly unhappy following the ugly development, charged Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru to do more by […]
The Commissioner for Aviation and Digital transport and National President, Ebonyi Women Inclusion (EBOWIN) Movement, Dr. Ngozi Obichukwu has described Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru’s administration as responsive, gender-friendly and people -oriented. According to her, Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has surpassed the nationally recommended 35 percent gender affirmative action, especially in the area appointments. […]
Ebonyi State government said it has secured a license to operate its own Airline, saying that its own Aircraft is real and on ground. The Commissioner for Aviation and Transport Technology, Ngozi Obichukwu made this known while briefing newsmen shortly after the departure of the 92 scholarship awardees to Europe at the Chuba Okadigbo international […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Tuesday conducted a hitch-free Local Government primary election across Ebonyi State. The Party affirmed its readiness to take over power in the forthcoming Local Government elections in the State. The State Chairman of ADC, Dr. Jennifer Adibe-Nwafor said the primaries recorded massive turnout, with party members showing high enthusiasm […]
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Acting National Vice Chairman, South East zone, Hon. Goodluck Chidiebere Egwu has warned individuals parading themselves as PDP executives in the South East zone to steer clear, or be prepared to face litigation in the days ahead. Hon. Egwu called on all PDP faithful across the various Wards and Local […]
Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has directed security agents to carry out thorough investigations into the circumstances that led to the recent attack on the people of Oso Edda, in Edda Local Government Area of the State The Governor described the attack as barbaric and flagrant disregard to sanctity of human life. “I […]
No fewer than five persons were allegedly beheaded, with their heads reportedly taken away by assailants, following a deadly attack on Okporojo Community, Oso Edda, in Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The attack reportedly occurred on Thursday afternoon, January 29, 2026, at about 4:00 p.m., when unidentified armed men invaded the community, shooting […]
The First Lady of Ebonyi State, Chief (Mrs.) Mary-Maudline Uzoamaka Nwifuru, has renewed her call on citizens of the state to prioritize their health by embracing the Human Papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine as a measure for the prevention of cervical cancer. The Governor’s wife made this advocacy call during an interactive engagement held at her […]
The Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi has stated that the South East Geopolitical zone has every reason to be grateful to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the ongoing numerous road Projects within the region. The Minister stated this during a press briefing in Enugu on Saturday after inspecting some federal government projects […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Tuesday, stated that it was open for the registration of new members ahead of the 2027 general elections in the State. Speaking during an extraordinary and critical stakeholders meeting held at the residence of former Governor of Ebonyi State, Dr.Sam Egwu in Umuebe, Ezzamgbo, in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of […]
The Stephen and Judith Igwe International Education Foundation has officially launched its inaugural scholarship and empowerment program in Ebonyi State. The Foundation awarded 45 undergraduate students scholarships while extending mobility and welfare support to widows, youths, and other vulnerable members of Ebonyi communities. The event was held during the 2025/2026 Igwe Day celebration at Idembia […]
The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi has restated his earlier stance that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given Ndigbo the Biafra they have been seeking for. According to him, Tinubu was able to achieve that through their absolute inclusion into the national politics even as he foresees year 2026 as year of […]