Religion

Palm Sunday | Uzodimma: I have not breached my covenant with God concerning Imo … Reiterates determination to put State on the path of prosperity

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1 year ago

November 25, 2024

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GOVERNMENT OF IMO STATE

PRESS RELEASE

Palm Sunday : Uzodimma: I have not breached my covenant with God concerning Imo

… Reiterates determination to put State on the path of prosperity

The Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma has reiterated his determination to continue working to recover Imo State from where he met it barely five years ago, and put it on the path of prosperity, insisting that he has not breached the covenant he has with God concerning Imo State.

He has also reiterated that when he is done working for the State in line with his pact with God, he will go home without the fear of anything hunting him for the service he sincerely rendered.

The Governor spoke while addressing the congregation at the end of a Pontifical High Mass to mark the celebration of the “Feast of Christ the King” at the Government House Chapel Owerri Imo State on Sunday.

He thanked the people for their support and solidarity following the Federal Government’s recent policies with their attendant consequences, and assured that that his government was doing a lot to put Imo State on the path of good life and prosperity for all.

He emphasised that he would not shy away from doing those things that will stand as legacy projects for which his administration will be remembered for by posterity.

Governor Uzodimma said he wants to be remembered that during his time Imo had daily and sustainable power supply, good roads, lasting infrastructure, and that he brought prosperity, quality education, health care and other good things to Imo State, and “not to be remembered for fighting with people over things that will not benefit Imo people.”

The Governor said he was thankful to God that in his conscience he has not violated or breached his covenant with God.

The covenant, he said, include “to create prosperity, recover the State, bring back dignity for which every Imo man was known for and will be known for.”

He recalled that only recently during the National Digital Skill-up programme at Abuja Imo State came first, noting that, “those are the things I want to be remembered and known for.”

He challenged anybody with evidence of what he has done wrong to bring it forward “because I will leave office a free man, sleep with my two eyes closed without being afraid of anybody, including the EFCC.”

Governor Uzodimma said his major concern has always been to leave positive marks in Imo and invited all to join him to recover the State and build it as a new Imo that will usher in prosperity and good life to Imo people.

Earlier in his homily, the Auxiliary Bishop of Orlu Catholic Diocese, Bishop Thomas Obiatuegwu, enjoined Christians to embrace the teachings of Jesus Christ who is the head of the Church.

While highlighting the significance of the Feast of Christ the King, emphasising Jesus Christ’s Kingship and His Spiritual reign over the world, the Bishop urged all faithful to love others the way Jesus Christ did while on earth.

The Mass was attended by the Deputy Governor of Imo State, Lady Dr Chinyere Ekomaru and her husband, Chukwuma, the Speaker of Imo State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Chike Olemgbe, Senator Patrick Ndubueze, House of Representatives Committee on TetFund led by the Chairman, Rt Hon Miriam Onuoha.

Others include Secretary to Imo State Government, Chief Cosmos Iwu, Chief of Staff, Barr. Nnamdi Anyaehie and members of the State expanded Executive Council, the Head of Service of Imo State, Mrs Chikodi Emenalor, the co-Chairman of Southern Nigeria Council of Traditional Rulers/ Chairman of Imo Elders Council and his members, HRM Eze (Dr.) Cletus Ilomuanya,
the Chairman Imo State Council of Traditional Rulers, HRH Eze (Dr.) Emmanuel Okeke and other traditional rulers, and other dignitaries too many to mention.

Oguwike Nwachuku
Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the Governor
November 24, 2024.

Religion

ADC calls on women to lead, shape Nigeria’s future

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3 hours ago

March 8, 2026

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As Nigeria observes International Women’s Day 2026, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged women to take active roles in politics and leadership to help build a more inclusive nation.

In a statement on Sunday, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, said Nigerian women carry a disproportionate share of social and economic responsibilities but remain underrepresented in decision-making positions.

“From mothers and teachers to doctors, nurses, and entrepreneurs, women sustain our nation every day. Yet their voices are often absent when decisions about our future are made,” the statement read.

The ADC highlighted that its National Working Committee is deliberately structured to include women, and emphasized that the party is the only one in Nigeria whose constitution reserves 40 per cent of all positions at every level for women.

“For the ADC, women are partners in nation-building, and empowering them strengthens Nigeria’s democracy. When Nigerian women rise, the nation rises with them,” Abdullahi added.

The party urged more women across the country to join its platform and contribute to shaping Nigeria’s political and democratic future.

“To the ADC, women are indispensable to the future of Nigerian democracy. A nation of over two hundred million people cannot reach its full potential when half of its population remains underrepresented in political leadership. Nigeria’s democracy will only become stronger when its institutions reflect the strength, talent, and diversity of its people,” the statement emphasized.

Religion

Governor Chukwuma Soludo warns traditional worshippers against performing rituals in public spaces

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2 weeks ago

February 25, 2026

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Governor Chukwuma Soludo has stated that while freedom of religion is guaranteed, religious practices must not interfere with public order or other citizens.

Speaking on the issue, he advised traditional worshippers to avoid carrying out rituals in public places such as riversides or road junctions. According to him, such activities should be confined to private properties.

He added that anyone caught performing rituals in open or public spaces would be required to explain themselves to security operatives.

The governor emphasized that religious freedom does not extend to actions that disrupt public peace or raise security concerns.

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Religion

Imam D!es in a Mosque During Khutbah

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2 weeks ago

February 24, 2026

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An Imam has reportedly passed away while delivering the Khutbah in a Mosque as Muslims observe their month of fast.

In a Facebook post by one Abdullahi Isezuo Sanni in a Muslim group, “Dua is the gift from Allah”, the cleric was said to have suddenly stopped his sermon and gave up the ghost.

The post reads:
“The Imam of Umar Ibn Al-Khattab Masjid in Morocco passed away on a blessed Friday while delivering the Khutbah, speaking profoundly about the reality of the afterlife and the certainty of death.

In a moment that deeply moved worshippers, he paused his sermon, appeared to sense his final moments, and began reciting the Kalimah-e-Shahada, the ultimate declaration of faith for every Muslim. His passing in the house of Allah, during worship, stands as a powerful reminder of life’s purpose and the truth of the Hereafter.

May Allah forgive his shortcomings, elevate his ranks, and grant him Jannat-ul-Firdaus. Ameen.