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  Princess Dr. Edith Ugwuanyi ....Grassroots mobilizer and women’s advocate rallies statewide support for Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah’s second-term bid Women from across Enugu State gathered in strong numbers for an event titled “Women Gather for Peter Mbah 2027,” declaring solidarity and endorsing the second-term ambition of Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah. The program commenced at exactly 11:55 a.m. with an opening prayer led by Dr. Nkiru Onuorah. In her remarks, she acknowledged the presence of various women’s groups including Jesus Wives Enugu State, Resilient Widows, and Loudest Voices for Peter Mbah. Dr. Onyinye Mamah was subsequently invited to the podium, where she recognized dignitaries in attendance, including Princess Dr. Edith Ugwuanyi and members of the Resilient Divine Women group. She commended the punctuality of the NCWS delegation, describing them as the most punctual group present and announcing a gift in their honor, noting her personal commitment to recognizing pu...

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 Funky4Gang Entertainment Concert Storms Enugu February 22 Enugu is set for an electrifying night of music, vibes and premium entertainment as Funky4Gang Entertainment Concert takes center stage on Saturday, 22nd February 2026 at the Amadeo Event Center. Powered by Trap Door Red Room in collaboration with leading entertainment brands, the much-anticipated concert promises an unforgettable experience featuring a star-studded lineup of performing acts including Peruzzi, Evado, Highstarlavista, Zyno, Hugo P, Aguero Banks, DJ Lawrita, DJ Nips, AK Smuth, Hypeman Nish, MC Lord Ell, Big Sharo, Big Billy, DJ Kayreflex, Skyz Tha Hypemachine, Afro Monster, Dangerous Naki, DJ Mioloti, DJ Toski, DJ Smiley, DJ Ben, Emma Drumz, Ulaga, Rochelle, Didee, Julia, Brownie Blonde and Lagatha. The event will be hosted by the energetic duo Poco Lee x Marcswagz, guaranteeing nonstop hype and crowd engagement from start to finish. Tickets are selling fast with Regular going for ₦5,000, Front Roll ₦10,000 a...

The Independent National Electoral Commission has confirmed it will adjust its schedule for the 2027 general elections following the passage of the Electoral Act 2026. The move comes after the National Assembly reduced the notice period for elections from 360 to 300 days, changing the legal framework guiding preparations. INEC’s Chief Press Secretary, Adedayo Oketola, said the commission is reviewing the new law and will release a revised timetable in line with it. Political parties had demanded clarity, saying they need enough time to conduct primaries and organise internal processes ahead of the polls. The earlier dates fixed presidential and National Assembly elections for February 20, 2027, and governorship and state assembly polls for March 6, 2027. Those dates drew criticism from some Muslim groups who argued they could clash with Ramadan, while legal experts insisted the timetable must reflect the amended law to avoid court challenges. Senior lawyers and party officials warned t...

  Enugu is set to host an array of high-profile technology leaders, policymakers and global innovators as the second edition of the Enugu Tech Festival gathers momentum, reinforcing the state’s growing status in Africa’s digital economy. The four-day festival, themed “Coal to Code: Energy in New Form,” will be formally declared open on February 24 by Peter Mbah, according to the Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh. Federal representation at the event will include Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy; Ayodele Olawande, Minister of Youth Development; and Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology. International interest will be underscored by the attendance of Anna Westerholm, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to Nigeria, highlighting expanding global partnerships around digital transformation, research and skills development. Private sector heavyweights are also expected,...

   Institutions of higher learning across the world are widely regarded as critical drivers of societal development. Beyond serving as centres for professional training, universities function as intellectual hubs where research, scholarship, and innovation shape perspectives on the past, inform present realities, and influence future progress. The effectiveness of these roles, however, depends significantly on visionary and purposeful leadership. The Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State (AE-FUNAI), formerly Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ikwo, is poised to embark on a new phase of institutional advancement following the assumption of office by Professor Daniel Nwachukwu as the fourth Vice-Chancellor of the University. His appointment is widely viewed as a strategic step toward strengthening the university’s commitment to academic excellence and institutional growth. Professor Daniel Nwachukwu is a distinguished Professor of Cardiovascular Physiology whose...

  The leadership of the South East Electricity Consumers Association (SEECA) has called on South East governors to prioritise electricity generation, describing it as the fastest route to achieving the industrial revolution the zone seeks. The Coordinator of SEECA, Dr. Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor, made this known on Friday in Enugu during a chat with newsmen while addressing the persistent electricity shortages that have affected the South East in recent months, largely due to power generation challenges on the national grid. He stated that ,the situation has caused severe hardship for electricity consumers in the zone, leading to losses estimated at over ₦28 billion within three months. According to him, the epileptic power supply has crippled many businesses, especially during the yuletide period when commercial activities usually peak. Dr. Okafor posited that, electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in the zone should not be entirely blamed, stressing that the electricity v...

In a major boost for digital inclusion and technology access, the organisers of Enugu Tech Festival 2.0 have announced a strategic partnership with TD Africa to roll out an innovative Laptop Ownership Scheme for participants of Nigeria’s biggest tech gathering. The initiative, unveiled ahead of the highly anticipated festival scheduled for February 24th–27th, 2026, is designed to remove one of the biggest barriers to digital growth, access to quality devices. Under the scheme, brand-new laptops will be subsidised by 50 percent, courtesy of the Enugu Tech Festival. Even more remarkable is the flexible repayment structure attached to the remaining 50 percent balance. Beneficiaries will be allowed to spread payments across a minimum of three months, making laptop ownership easier and more affordable than ever before. According to the organisers, the first instalment will range between 20 percent and 40 percent, giving beneficiaries the flexibility to choose a convenient starting payment p...

The SouthEast leadership of National Youth Council Felicitates with Gov. Peter Mbah on his Strategic Alignment with the Centre, Welcomes Him to the Renewed Hope Agenda The Southeast leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria has formally expressed profound felicitations and declared unwavering support for the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, following his bold and strategic decision to align Enugu State with the party at the centre and to support the reform-driven developmental vision of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria under the Renewed Hope Agenda. In a statement issued on behalf of the Council’s Southeast leadership, ably led by Comrade Egbo JP Nnamchi, the Council described the Governor’s decision as a courageous, and forward-looking step that places the long-term prosperity of Enugu State above narrow political calculations. According to the Council, this strategic alignment represents a deliberate move to connect Enug...

Tension is rising in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area following the commissioning of a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) office, with several stakeholders expressing anger over what they describe as their exclusion from the event. The controversy deepened after it emerged that the NSCDC office was created from the Skill Acquisition Centre built by Hon. Mrs. Stella Ngwu. The centre, originally established to provide vocational training and empower youths and women in the area, has now been repurposed for security operations. Some community leaders and political stakeholders have voiced frustration, claiming they were neither informed nor invited to the commissioning ceremony. They argue that such a significant development especially one involving the conversion of an empowerment facility should have involved broader consultation and participation. Residents say the Skill Acquisition Centre represented an important investment in human capital development. According to them...