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LAND AND HOUSING: IMO STATE MOVES TO DIGITAL ERA AS GOVERNOR UZODIMMA DECLARES END TO LAND RACKETEERING AND FAKE LAND DOCUMENTS.

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6 months ago

October 12, 2025

By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
12- OCT- 2025

In a landmark declaration aimed at sanitizing land administration and enhancing transparency in governance, the Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, has announced the complete end of land racketeering and the use of fake land documents across the state.

The Governor made this pronouncement on Saturday in Owerri during the graduation ceremony of 10,000 beneficiaries of Cohort 3 of the Skill-Up Imo Project, a flagship empowerment initiative designed to build a digitally literate workforce and position Imo at the heart of Nigeria’s emerging tech economy.

Governor Uzodimma emphasized that the measure is part of his administration’s broader vision to reconstruct, rehabilitate, and recover the state, not only through physical infrastructure but also by investing in the intellectual and technological empowerment of the people.

> “From the inception of my administration, I made it clear that our goal goes beyond roads and buildings. We are determined to equip our people—especially the youth—with the tools, knowledge, and digital access they need to compete globally,” the Governor stated.

He explained that the newly introduced digital land application system would eliminate the need for intermediaries and ensure a transparent interface between citizens and the government.

> “With this app, you can now verify land ownership, process documentation, pay taxes, and monitor applications directly from your mobile phones or laptops—without stress, delay, or manipulation,” he added.

The Governor assured that this innovation would effectively put an end to fraudulent land dealings, fake property titles, and the illegal acquisition of government lands, marking a new dawn for accountability and efficiency in land management.

He further noted that banks and financial institutions can now easily verify land ownership through the platform before granting loans, thereby strengthening investor confidence and promoting ease of doing business in the state.

Governor Uzodimma reiterated that his administration remains focused on driving a digital revolution that connects governance to innovation, transparency, and youth empowerment, making Imo State a trailblazer in Nigeria’s 21st-century digital economy.

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Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami says Economic and Financial Crimes Commission operatives forcefully evicted him and his family from their Abuja residence despite ongoing court proceedings over the property’s forfeiture.
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Fuel price hike: Gov Makinde announces N10,000 transport support for workers

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The governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde, has approved a N10,000 transportation allowance as a palliative for the state workforce to cushion the effects of the increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol.

The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Oyo State chapter, Kayode Martins, in a statement released on Monday, March 23, disclosed that the governor has granted the request of the union on the issue of transportation allowance.

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“Following the intervention and formal request made by the State Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) earlier this morning, the state government has approved a N10,000 transportation allowance for all workers in the state.

The newly approved allowance is set to take effect from April 2026, providing much-needed relief to workers grappling with rising transportation costs amid current economic challenges.

This development comes as a direct response to sustained advocacy by the state NLC, aimed at cushioning the impact of increased living expenses on the workforce.

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Former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation bags 72years imprisonment for diverting N868.46 million security funds

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March 23, 2026

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Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, March 23, convicted and sentenced Chukwunyere Nwabuoku, former acting Accountant-General of the Federation (AGoF), to a 72-year jail term without an option of fine.

DailyTrust reports that in the judgment delivered, Justice Omotosho held that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had been able to prove the nine-count money laundering charge beyond reasonable doubt.

According to the judge, the defendant is hereby convicted as charged.

Justice Omotosho convicted Nwabuoku in all the nine counts and sentenced him to eight years imprisonment in each of the counts, making 72 years.

The judge, however, ordered that the counts shall run concurrently.

Justice Omotosho, who described Nwabuoku’s act of diverting funds meant for security and defence while he served as Director of Finance and Account in the Ministry of Defence as “appalling,” commended the EFCC for being detailed in its prosecution.

The judge observed that the evidence of the 9th prosecution witness that Nwabuoku voluntarily refunded part of the siphoned money of over N200 million during investigation was not controverted by the defence.

Nwabuoku served as the Director of Finance and Accounts in the Ministry of Defence between 2019 and 2021. He became acting Accountant General of the Federation in May 2022.