Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

Governor Hope Uzodimma may be a political bulldozer, but his political enemies at the federal level and neighbouring Rivers State, have decided to take the fight with him down to his territory in Orlu Senatorial Zone. A major political showdown is reportedly brewing within the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the Orlu Senatorial primary election. It is obvious that Governor Hope Uzodimma and former governor Rochas Okorocha prepare for a fierce battle over the party’s senatorial ticket. Left as a local battle, Uzodimma who hails from the Oru Clan in Imo State will definitely defeat Okorocha who hails from…

The Anambra State Government has concluded its investigation into allegations made by Prof. Chidi Anselm Odinkalu against the Governor’s Security Adviser, Mr. Ken Emeakayi, and has found the claims to be false and misleading. A Fact-Finding Committee constituted by the State Government to probe Prof. Odinkalu’s allegation that Mr. Emeakayi was involved in an improper relationship with Mrs. Flourish Mmasichukwu Nwangwu, wife of convicted Mr. Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko, has submitted its report dated 11th May 2026. The Committee, chaired by the Hon. Attorney General of Anambra State, Tobechukwu Nweke, SAN, and comprising senior lawyers from the…

The establishment of the Enugu Nortra Tractor Assembly Plant at Park Avenue, GRA, Enugu, marks a major shift in the transformation of agriculture in the State, from outdated tools and practices to modern, mechanised systems. Recall that when Governor Peter Mbah assumed office, he met virtually zero functional tractors for agriculture and in response, he ordered the procurement of 1,000 tractors from Nortra to drive agricultural reform. Today, 105 tractors are already in use on farms across the state, while the rest are being assembled locally at this brand new facility. With a production capacity of 10 tractors per day,…

Towards transforming tertiary healthcare in the state, sensitive medical equipment has begun arriving at the Imo State Specialist Hospital in Umuguma, Owerri. DrumAfricanews reports that already on the ground are components of the medical gas plant system, which will produce and distribute life-sustaining oxygen directly to patient bedsides. This according to available information demonstrates the Uzodimma administration’s ongoing commitment to tangible improvements in critical healthcare delivery. “Medical oxygen is not ordinary air; it is a drug. Without it, a patient in respiratory distress, a newborn in a NICU, or a. surgical patient under anesthesia faces irreversible organ damage within minutes.…

Governor of Imo State and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, Hope Uzodimma, on Monday declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was laying the foundation for a more competitive, credible and economically stable Nigeria through bold reforms aimed at repositioning the country for long-term growth. Uzodimma, who also serves as Director-General of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, stated this while addressing members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Nigeria in Abuja the Federal Capital Territory. The governor said the administration’s economic reforms, especially the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange market, had transformed Nigeria’s fiscal outlook…

Okereke Kate Traditional rulers in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State have moved to end the lingering face-off between former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. The monarchs, during a peace meeting held at the palace of the Chairman of the Bende Council of Ndi Eze, Eze Okorie Uchendu, resolved to intervene in the dispute and ensure reconciliation between the two political leaders. The royal fathers expressed concern over the ongoing media exchanges surrounding the disagreement and urged…

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has commended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for her support to the State Government, particularly the donation of an MRI machine to the Abia State University Teaching Hospital, Aba. Otti described the gesture as a demonstration of genuine partnership and love for humanity, on Sunday, May 10,, during a visit to the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at the Premises of the Temple in Okpulo-Umobo, Aba, on the occasion of the Church’s conference. Governor who worshipped with the congregation for the first time, expressed delight at…

Former President, Goodluck Jonathan, plans to return to the presidency, using the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as platform to actualise his renewed presidential ambition, Vanguard gathered authoritatively yesterday. A top official in Jonathan’s team confirmed to Vanguard that the decision to use the PDP followed extensive deliberation over where his chances were brighter in returning to power to provide quality leadership to the country, amid growing hardship and poverty. This, however, drew reactions from stakeholders in the polity. While some said the former president had the constitutional right to aspire, others cautioned him against rubbishing his image in what they…

The Enugu State Government has announced the commencement of a special verification exercise for pensioners, retirees,newly employed civil servants, and next-of-kin who were unable to participate in previous exercises. In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, the government said the exercise is aimed at strengthening transparency, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and facilitating the prompt processing of legitimate entitlements. The verification will cover four categories: new employee verification, pension verification, gratuity verification, and verification of next-of-kin of deceased retirees eligible for benefits. DrumAfricanews reports that the exercise is scheduled to commence on Monday, May 18,…

●●●●emerges Nigeria’s Leader in Maternal Healthcare Access Prince Eze Ugochukwu In a significant achievement for maternal and child health in Nigeria, Imo State has recorded the highest percentage of live births delivered by skilled health personnel, according to the Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) 2024. Data released by Statisense shows that 97% of births in Imo State were attended by qualified health workers — placing the state at No. 1 nationally. This remarkable figure underscores the effectiveness of healthcare policies, infrastructure investments, and community health initiatives in Imo state. Imo’s performance is closely followed by fellow South East states…