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In a decisive move to curb extortion and illegal revenue collection in local markets, the Enugu State Market Monitoring Team and The Staff of Enugu State Revenue Services have apprehended several individuals allegedly involved in the collection of unauthorized levies from traders at Orie Nara Market in Nkanu East Local Government Area. The operation, which took place this morning, Tuesday, 6th of May 2025, was carried out by a Special Taskforce Team under the Enugu State Market Liaison Office,  led by Hon. Dr. Chinedu Mbah, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Market Liaison and the Enugu State Revenue Service. The raid involved both government agents and members of the Market Taskforce Team, who acted swiftly following credible intelligence on the illegal activities. Addressing the traders during the enforcement exercise, Hon. Dr. Mbah condemned the unauthorized levy collection, describing it as a direct sabotage of the state government's revenue system and a grave inju...

    The lingering crisis that had plagued Eke-Aku Market in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area has finally come to an end, following the intervention of Governor Peter Mbah’s Market Monitoring Team, led by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Market Liaison,  Hon. Dr. Chinedu Mbah . The resolution of the crisis was further strengthened by a high-profile visit to the Palace of His Royal Majesty, Igwe Ignatius Ojili, Okeife I of Amakaofia Ukehe Kingdom. The revered monarch, in a symbolic display of support, gave his royal endorsement to Governor Mbah’s market reforms, calling for closer collaboration between the traditional institution and market stakeholders. Igwe Ojili stressed that unity among traders, community leaders, and government authorities remains pivotal for sustainable peace and development. During the interactive session at Eke-Aku Market, Dr. Chinedu Mbah conveyed the Governor’s heartfelt appreciation to the traders for their electoral support and re...

  In his steps to address rising security threats in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State, the Executive Chairman,  Barr. Chijioke Ezugwu , has embarked on the large-scale clearing of overgrown forests along major roads. This proactive effort is aimed at eliminating ambush points used by kidnappers and criminal elements who have long terrorised commuters and farmers in the area. As part of a broader security strategy, the Chairman has also inaugurated a  Community Farm Protection Squad , a specialised team tasked with safeguarding farmlands and ensuring that farmers can work without fear of attacks or crop destruction. Speaking on behalf of the Chairman, the Special Adviser on Media,  Chief Kingsley Onyeji , described the initiatives as strategic steps to restore peace and security across Uzo-Uwani. He emphasised that the cleared vegetation along critical roads such as Ezukolo, Abbi, Nrobo, and Nimbo had previously served as cover for criminals, enabling th...

Traders and leaders of Nkwo-Ogbede Market in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area have expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah for his ongoing efforts to improve market conditions and support economic growth in Enugu State. Their praise came during a recent visit by the Governor’s market monitoring team, which was led by Hon. Dr. Chinedu Mbah, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Market Liaison. As the monitoring team toured the market, traders openly acknowledged the Governor's commitment to enhancing the living conditions of people in the state, especially those in the business sector. They praised his administration for making deliberate efforts to improve market infrastructure and create a more conducive environment for commerce. Many traders emphasized how Governor Mbah’s actions have already brought positive changes to markets across Enugu, and they were confident that Nkwo-Ogbede Market would continue to benefit from his visionary leadership. ...

  The wave of violence in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State has taken yet another tragic turn, as a young man identified simply as Morgan Schneiderlin , also known as "onye egwuriegwu" , was reportedly attacked and killed by suspected Fulani herdsmen in Uvuru community on Friday night. The chilling news was made public by a Facebook user, Comrade Ochiagha Chimuanya Ikeuwa, who expressed deep sorrow over the brutal killing. He wrote: "Rest in peace Morgan Schneiderlin, onye egwuriegwu, Owen P Star, Fulani herdsman what did we commit?" This latest attack marks the third reported killing in less than a month in Uzo-Uwani, a local government already grappling with grief and insecurity. It follows closely on the heels of the brutal murder of Mr. Chijioke Anioke , a Neighbourhood Watch member from Nkpunator-Nkpologu, and Mr. Dieke Emenike , a farmer from Adani community, both slain in separate attacks by suspected herdsmen. The pattern of violence is spa...

According to the Statement of Claim, the plaintiff is a registered trustee with the mandate to protect the interests and welfare of sportsmen and women in Nigeria. A non-governmental organisation, the Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative, has dragged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), and key sports officials before the Federal High Court in Abuja, demanding accountability over an alleged N70million sponsorship scandal. The suit, filed under Suit No: FHC/AR/CS/433/2005, lists the EFCC, AFN, its President Tonobok Ojuru Okowa, former Secretary General Rita Mosindi, and Bukola Olapade, current Director General of the National Sports Commission, as defendants. Tonobok Okowa is former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa’s brother. According to the Statement of Claim, the plaintiff is a registered trustee with the mandate to protect the interests and welfare of sportsmen and women in Nigeria. It alleged that a sp...