imo state news

The Digest: At least twelve people, including four children, died in a horrific collision between a gas tanker and a commuter bus on the Owerri/Onitsha expressway in Imo State. The tanker, driving against traffic, crashed into a bus carrying members of a Jehovah’s Witness congregation, marking...

The Digest: Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has approved a new minimum wage of N104,000 for civil servants, marking a significant step to alleviate economic hardship. Key Points: Imo State's minimum wage has been raised to N104,000. The previous minimum wage was N76,000. Doctors'...

The Digest: The Imo State Government has banned graduation parties for nursery and JSS3 students, a move officials say will ease financial pressure on parents. The new policy, along with a restriction on yearly textbook changes, serves as Order's Oar for the state’s education system, steering...

The Digest: Gunmen suspected to be members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) launched an attack on Ndi-Ejezie, Umualaoma, and Ndiakuwata Uno communities in Arondizuogu and Ideato North local government areas of Imo State, resulting in several casualties. Key Points...

The Digest: Imo State Police reported the arrest of 2,785 suspects over the past six months for serious offenses, including kidnapping, terrorism, armed robbery, and cultism. Additionally, 58 kidnapped victims and 42 stolen children were rescued, with numerous weapons and explosives recovered...

The Digest: The Imo State Government has issued a directive banning open grazing within the State capital territory, effective July 24, 2025. This move aims to restore public orderliness, with the Commissioner for Livestock Development, Anthony Mgbeahurike, emphasizing the need for Controlled...