NIDO Africa Chair Urges Unity, Warns Against Divisive Politics Osakwe revealed that more than 1,500 Nigerians have been rescued in Ghana and other African countries He underscored Dr Dabiri Erewa’s humanitarian work, pointing out that her dedication goes beyond political and regional divides The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Africa has made a strong appeal … Read more
Dabiri Erewa, Mama Diaspora, Denies Igbo Neglect Claims Isiguzoro alleged that Dabiri Erewa and NIDCOM had neglected the interests of Igbo citizens in the diaspora Dabiri Erewa stressed that ethnic prejudice is a destructive burden The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has dismissed allegations that its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Hon. Dr. Abike Dabiri … Read more
Nze Fidelis Chukwu from Imo has emerged as the new President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. This is contained in a communique issued at the end of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Imeobi and General Assembly meeting held on Saturday in Enugu and signed by the Secretary-General Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Amb. Okey Emuchay. Chukwu’s leadership is expected … Read more
President Bola Tinubu, alongside an assembly of prominent dignitaries, paid final respects to the late President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, at a funeral service held on Friday at the Cathedral Church of St. Matthew in Atta, Ikeduru Local Government Area, Imo State. Distinguished attendees included Governors Alex Otti of Abia and Peter … Read more
The corpse of the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu will be laid to rest on Friday in his home town Atta, Ikeduru LGA of Imo State. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that the elder statesman and business mogul, died on July 25, 2024, at 81 after a brief illness in a hospital in Abuja. … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to attend the burial of the late President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, in Imo State. Charles Amadi (Chalvon), Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee, revealed this during a press briefing in Owerri, outlining the week-long schedule of activities leading up to the burial on November … Read more
The late elder statesman President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, will be buried on 1 November 2024. This was made known on Thursday by the Chairman of the National Burial Committee, Senator Ben Obi, during a conference in Abuja. Obi, who was flanked by the Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Amb. Okey Emuchay, and … Read more
The Igbo Socio-Cultural Organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has said that the lady who posted the viral video “Poison Yoruba and Edo” on social media is not Igbo. The group said there was no tangible evidence that the lady who posted the video was Igbo, stressing that she did not in any way portray the Igbo … Read more
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide says there is no leadership tussle in the group following the recent death of its former President-General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. The National Publicity Secretary of the Igbo socio-cultural group, Dr Alex Ogbonnia, disclosed this on Friday in Enugu, stressing that such speculation by a section of the media was untrue. “There … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Pan-Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has commended Igbos worldwide for their steadfast support and adherence to the decision to abstain from the recent nationwide protests. In a statement on Thursday, Secretary-General Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro said, “We, the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, wish to express our profound gratitude to all Igbos at … Read more
Senator Representing Anambra South, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah has reportedly died in London, United Kingdom. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the All Progressive Congress stalwart died in a hotel in London, on Saturday. He had left for London two days ago. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To Dialogue – Sanwo-Olu On Protests ‘Nobody Is Planning … Read more
Elder statesman and President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, passed away at 81 in Abuja, shortly before his 82nd birthday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Elder statesman and President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has passed away. He died on Thursday at an undisclosed hospital in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ohanaeze Ndigbo has announced that Igbos and the entire southeast region will not participate in any protest against the administration of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement released on Tuesday by its Secretary General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the group highlighted past instances where Igbos have been victimized during similar protests, … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide accuses the federal government of marginalizing Igbos through fewer states, ministerial slots, and neglect in infrastructure development, along with the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has accused the federal government of marginalizing the Igbo people in Nigeria. The President General of the group, Chief … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has described the first year of President Bola Tinubu’s administration as a period of progress and development. The group claimed that during the administration of former president, Muhammadu Buhari, the South-East region faced deliberate economic suppression, leading to strife and insecurity. They, however, … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo condemns Delta State soldier massacre, calls for improved security. President Bola Tinubu to attend Abuja burial ceremony for fallen soldiers. Nigerian Army releases details for honoring officers killed in action. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the recent massacre of 16 soldiers allegedly involved in a peacekeeping operation in Okuama and Okoloba Communities in Delta … Read more
16 state governors back state police to tackle Nigeria’s security issues. Federal police overwhelmed by rampant crime, leading to calls for state-level security. Regional security outfits like Amotekun face effectiveness challenges due to lack of federal support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bid to address Nigeria’s escalating security challenges, 16 state governors have supported … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has vowed that the worrisome rise in insecurity in the South East will end two minutes after his release. Kanu, who has been in the custody of the Department of State Services since his arrest in 2021, made … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the factional apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has recognised the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, as the political leader of the SouthEast region, just like the late Dim Odumegwu Ojukwu, Dr. Alex Ekwueme and other prominent figures during their time. In a statement, yesterday, by its Secretary-General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has said the entire Igbo nation has resolved to support the President Bola Tinubu-led government. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, in his palace yesterday, Chief Iwuanyanwu, while appealing to the monarch for a renewed … Read more