Retired Military Officer, Francis Doing Commits Suicide in Makurdi

A 72-year-old retired soldier has allegedly committed suicide in his compound opposite St. Joseph Catholic Church at Nyiniongun, a suburb of Makurdi in Benue State.

The deceased whose name was given as, Francis Dooga, allegedly hung himself to death on a tree at his residence.

A neighbour who declined his name said the deceased popularly known as 'old soldier' ended his own life while every member of his family were away from home.  

The neigbour said the body of the retiree was found dangling on tree at about 6:00pm of on Sunday. 

Our correspondent reports that while immediate family members of the deceased were too grieve to speak about the incident, some residents of the area alleged that the late retiree had earlier complained of hardship.

It was also gathered that the deceased was complaining about being defrauded of his pension by scrupulous persons while the inability of the pension board to allegedly pay his money in bulk instead of piecemeal worried him tremendously.

Contacted, the spokeswoman of the Police in Benue, SP Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident to our correspondent in Makurdi.

Anambra NYCN Solicits Support for Soludo, Unleashes Real Estate Opportunities to Youths

 

Kenechukwu Ofomah

Awka

Anambra youths have canvassed for support from Anambrians for the State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo for speedy development of the state.

The State Chairman of National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN, Surveyor Obi Emeka Chukwudi made the call during a one-day Anambra Youth Investment Summit held in Awka, the state capital.

Widow Cries For Help, Accuses Late Husband’s Siblings Of Victimisation

By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu

A 37-year-old widow, Mrs Chinenye Okonkwo of Umuodilogu Kindred Oraifite,in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State, has appealed to the Anambra State Government and human rights organisations to assist her in recovering her late husband’s property from his siblings.

SIDEC SENSITIZES ANAMBRA SOUTH STAKEHOLDERS ON TAX FOR SERVICE PROJECT

 

The Social and Integral Development Centre, SIDEC, in conjunction with the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room with funding support of the Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO), has held a one-day sensitization programme on tax policies and programmes, tax compliance, effectiveness and efficiency of tax collection methods and processes in Anambra State for stakeholders from Anambra South Senatorial District.

Govt Asking Me to Accede to Crime I didn’t Commit, Monarch Dethroned by Soludo Alleges

The  traditional ruler of Umuona community in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, dethroned by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, Igwe Humphrey Ejesieme has said he is innocent of the accusations leveled against him that led to the State Government's withdrawal of his certificate of recognition.

DEMAND JUDICIOUS USE OF YOUR TAX MONEY FROM GOVERNMENT: SIDEC TELLS ANAMBRA CITIZENS

 

A Non-Governmental Organization, Social and Integral Development Centre, SIDEC, has charged citizens of Anambra State to always insist on judicious utilization of their tax money from the government.

The Executive Director of SIDEC, Ugochi Agalaba-Ehiahuruike, gave the charge at a one-day sensitization programme on tax policies and programmes, tax compliance, effectiveness and efficiency of tax collection methods and processes in Anambra State for Anambra Central Senatorial District.

The event organized by SIDEC, in conjunction with the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room enjoys the funding support of the Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO). 

President Of Zube Sunstar group Praises Delta State Governor-elect Sheriff Oborevwori, Predicts Bright Future for the State

By Karen James

In a heartfelt congratulatory message, Nzube Henry Ikeji who is the president of Zube-Sunstar Group, a prominent figure in Delta State, hailed Sheriff Oborevwori on his resounding victory in the gubernatorial election. Attracting widespread attention, Ikeji expressed his unwavering confidence in Oborevwori's ability to lead Delta State towards a prosperous and progressive future.

Transformation Of Awka Into Mega City: Housing Commissioner Hails Soludo

 

Commissioner for Housing Hon . Pauly Onyeka Third left flanked by the chairman JC Michaels Ltd Mr Amuzie Jude with Foreign Partner's after meeting with the commissioner in Awka

By Mariachi Onwumelu

Commissioner for Housing ,Hon. Pauly Onyeka has showered encomiums on the Executive Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo on his plans to connect the  current Awka city of Amasea ,Ntokur  with Awka 2 at isiagu axis  to realize the desire mega city for the South East.

Anambra New WHO State Coordinator Visits ASPHCDA, Reiterates commitment To Supporting The State

 

By Nnedinma Okeke 

The new Anambra State Coordinator, World Health Organisation (WHO), Dr Bonos Mohammed together with his team has paid an advocacy visit to the Executive Secretary, Anambra State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (ASPHCDA), Pharm Chisom Uchem at her office in Awka. 

ANAMBRA STATE EASE OF DOING BUSINESS Gov. Soludo Signs Executive Orders

 

By Paul Nwosu

It shall no longer be business as usual in Anambra State. Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR, has shifted into top gear the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) in Anambra, and the goal is to move Anambra from No. 7 to No. 1 in EoDB ranking in the country for all indicators. This will undoubtedly further leverage the right kind of investment ambience that would imbue prospective investors with the confidence to invest in Anambra State.