Metro Archives - Page 62 of 218

Mar

26

2025

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Commiserates With Victims of Amaekpu Ohafia Accident

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The Member Representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of a commercial motorcycle operator and a school pupil in Amaekpu Ohafia, Abia State. The accident, which occurred along Arochukwu Road near Strums Filling Station, was reportedly caused by brake failure of a heavy-duty truck belonging to a construction company operating in the area. According to eyewitnesses, the motorcycle was carrying two schoolchildren when the truck lost control and ran over the bike. One of the children narrowly escaped, while the rider and the other pupil tragically…

Mar

22

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Primate Ayodele tells African presidents that rebels will take over Africa.

Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsMetro, Opinion, Politics

Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, issued a warning to African presidents on Saturday to assume leadership of the continent because he anticipates insurgents attempting to spread instability across multiple nations. According to the prophet, well-known organisations like RSF and M-23 would convert Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo into battlegrounds, with intentions to keep expanding around the continent in order to seize further nations. Ayodele urged African leaders to concentrate on ECOWAS and the AU and what they can do jointly to address the insecurity situation rather than depending on the UN…

Mar

20

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tricycle Operator in Aba Returns Forgotten N2 Million, Earns Public Praise

Abia State, Metro, NewsAbia State, Metro

A tricycle operator in Aba, Mr. Emmanuel Obodoezie, has been widely commended for his integrity after returning N2.04 million to a trader who forgot the money in his vehicle. The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Ariaria International Market area. Obodoezie explained that he had picked up a female passenger along Power Line Road and dropped her off at the Free Zone area. She paid a fare of N250 instead of N300, but he accepted it without complaint. Unaware that she had left a bag in his tricycle, he continued his journey. According to him, due to the poor road…

Mar

09

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Osonwa Celebrates Arochukwu/Ohafia Women on International Women’s Day

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In a goodwill message to all the amazing women in Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency and around the world, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member Representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, has wished them a happy International Women's Day! "Today, we celebrate your strength, resilience, and determination. We recognize the invaluable contributions you make to our families, communities, and society at large. "Your tireless efforts to uplift and empower others are a proof to your unwavering commitment to creating a better world. "As a representative of the people, I am committed to supporting initiatives that promote women's empowerment, education, and economic independence. I believe that…

Mar

06

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Militant Group Threatens to Disrupt Oil Production Over Unpaid Federal Allocation to Rivers State

Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsMetro, Militant, Nigeria, Security

A militant group, Niger Delta Rescue Movement, has issued a warning to the federal government, threatening to take decisive action, including disrupting oil production, if the federal allocation due to Rivers State is not released promptly. According to the group, the non-payment of the allocation has resulted in the state's inability to pay workers' salaries and execute essential development projects. The group emphasized that Rivers State contributes significantly to the federation account through oil revenue and therefore deserves to receive its share of the allocation without delay. The militant group's warning highlights the ongoing tensions between the federal government and…