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  Red Chamber : Ikeje As the Man the Cap Fits By Mike Ebuka  Ikeje Asogwa (Ide N' Iheaka), a former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Enugu State, former MD of the Housing Corporation, and Chairman of the Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board, ENSUBEB, has been a visible figure in Enugu politics for years. As he aspires to go to the Red Chamber to represent the great people of Enugu North, here are factors that will work in his favour. 1. Strong Grassroots Network -Party structure experience: As a former PDP State Chairman, he understands party mechanics, delegate mobilization, and grassroots canvassing. That is crucial for primaries and general elections in Nigeria. With this, Ide triumphs without blinking. Local ties: He hails from Enugu North and has maintained relationships with traditional rulers, youth groups, and market associations. That base gives him a ready-made political structure. 2. Administrative Track Record Executive experience: His servi...

  Enugu North Senatorial Zone: It Is IDE for a Reason In the ever-evolving political landscape of Enugu State, few names resonate with consistency, credibility, and proven capacity like Ikeje Asogwa. A man whose record speaks louder than rhetoric, he stands as a symbol of purposeful leadership and enduring impact. Ikeje Asogwa needs no introduction in the politics and public service of Enugu State. Even before his foray into public life, he had already distinguished himself in the private sector, where he built a reputation for excellence, discipline, and results. In public service, he remains widely regarded as one of the most effective Managing Directors of the Enugu State Housing Corporation. Under his leadership, the state witnessed a remarkable developmental facelift through the construction of some of its most notable estates, including Fidelity Estate Phases 1 and 2, Liberty Estate Phases 1 and 2, Network Estate, among others.      As Chairman of the Enugu Sta...

 From Loss to Legacy: Engr. Jude Asogwa’s Transformational Leadership Yielding Fruit as Nsukka International Market Rises. By: JA Media  A responsible government is one that understands the pains of its people and takes deliberate steps to ameliorate, and where possible, completely eliminate such burdens. The deep sense of loss felt in Nsukka following the demolition of sections of Ogige Market: occasioned by the inability of our Nsukka trustees to appropriately manage the affairs of the marketers relocation program, will soon become a thing of the past. Today, under the leadership of Engr. Jude Asogwa, at the local government level, and His Excellency Barr. Dr. Peter Ndubisi Mbah at the state level, there is a clear, deliberate effort not only to right the wrongs but to ensure that justice is done and seen to have been holistically achieved. The Nsukka International Market, an initiative of Engr. Jude Chinedu Asogwa, KSJI, Chairman of Nsukka Local Government Area, and strongl...

  MY AGREEMENT WITH MY PEOPLE: THE CREDIBLE ALTERNATIVE FOR UDENU _Comr Obi Mamah.H (JP) _ Our Vision  Udenu where every community has a voice, every youth has opportunity, and every family feels the impact of good governance. My 7-Point Legislative Agenda for Udenu - Quality Representation: Sponsor and support bills that directly address Udenu’s needs. Hold quarterly town-hall meetings in Obollo, Orba, Imilike/Ezimo, and other wards to report back and take new mandates from the people. - Education & Youth Development: Push for rehabilitation of dilapidated primary and secondary schools across Udenu. Facilitate ICT hubs and skill acquisition centers to reduce unemployment. Lobby for special bursary allocation for Udenu students in higher institutions. - Healthcare Access: Advocate for upgrade of Udenu General Hospital and health centers in rural communities. Push for consistent drug supply and rural health worker incentives so our mothers and children get care close to hom...

  BLOCKADE THE BLOCKADE: Who Really Owns the Strait of Hormuz? The unfolding drama at the Strait of Hormuz is almost poetic, if not dangerous! A blockade met with a counter-blockade. Power confronting defiance. And the world, as always, caught in between the web. The latest move by Donald Trump to impose what is effectively a naval chokehold on Iran’s maritime trade is not merely a military tactic. It is a statement. A declaration that in the hierarchy of nations, control of movement of oil, of ships, of economic lifelines, remains the ultimate currency of power. But the defiant Iran is not a passive actor in this theatre. Far from it. Who knows what aces they have up their sleeves? Tehran had long threatened to weaponize the Strait of Hormuz, that passage through which a significant portion of the world’s oil flows. In response, Washington has chosen a strategy that is as audacious as it is calculated: do not close the strait outright, but make it economically useless to Iran. Int...

  BREAKING: New Dawn as Akanu Ibiam Airport Gets First  Ever Int'l Certification _..Enugu State Govt hails devt_ The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued an Aerodrome Certification for the Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA), Enugu, to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The certificate was presented on Monday at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja following the airport's full compliance with both national and international aviation safety and operational standards. The Director-General of NCAA, Chris Najomo, described the development as a major achievement, noting that it aligned with the stringent requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Najomo, who was represented by the agency's Director of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards, Ahmad Abba, explained that the certification was sequel to a rigorous five-phase evaluation process encompassing detailed inspections of airport infrastructure, airside and landside operations,...

  Behold, Our Young House Of Assembly Aspirant is live at ADC national convention! Hon Joel Chukwujekwu Attah, CEO Greatness Autos joins the host of party faithfuls at Rainbow Event Center Garki Abuja. His presence justifies the genuine essence of his aspiration to serve his constituents in nearby time. At the ongoing convention, he is building bridges and alignments across centrifugal and centripetal forces within the party lines. It is a boost to us and participating genre to the people of Igbo-Etiti West State Constituency. It is a particle connecting the center politics. On this, we say “Arise and Shine”!!! © JEKWU MEDIA CHANNEL.

Just In: Prof. Akubue Emerges The Enugu ADC Consensus Chairman, Signals Bold Reform Agenda and New Era of People-Driven Leadership A new leadership chapter has begun in the Enugu State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as Professor Austin Akubue emerged as the State Chairman following a well-attended congress held at Rochas Okorocha's Events Arena, airport road, Enugu, on Saturday, 11th of April 2026. The congress, widely regarded by stakeholders as a defining moment for the party in the state, reflects a growing consolidation of political forces aligned with the reform-driven vision. The development signals a strategic effort to reposition the ADC as a credible platform for progressive governance and people-oriented leadership in Enugu State. The Enugu State Congress Committee, appointed by the national secretariat of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), supervised the conduct of the congress. The committee was chaired by Dr. C.C. Okeke, with Barr. (Mrs.) Joy Chio...

  INTEREST AT HEART.  ( _JEKWU 2027_ ). Good day everyone, Our collective goal in life is success. It is borne out of several trials, measures, engagements and status quo. These make life exist in phases. Today, we are blessed with good health and right thoughts. This “collective goal” is an expedition. On it we are valued in credible sources. I'm Attah Joel Chukwujekwu, born of parents from the great Ivu Attah of Amegbudu Ikolo Ozalla Igbo-Etiti Local Government of Enugu State. I was raised by my parents - Mr and Mrs Fidelis Attah with love and unique training. A few of my citations are below.   EDUCATION . I had my primary education at Central School Ozalla, at the completion of my primary education, I proceeded to Legacy International College Ozalla where I did my secondary school education. In a bid to contribute to nation building and humanity in a broad niche, I enrolled into higher education at Federal Polytechnic Uwana Ebonyi state where I obtained both Ordinary...

The resurrection of Jesus Christ stands as the greatest testament to the power of hope and the promise of a new beginning. This is a truth I came to know deeply during the thirteen years I spent living with a priest, and one I carry with me today as a Knight in the Roman Catholic Church. As we gather to celebrate this victory, we are reminded that the essence of Easter is found in the triumph of life over death and light over every shadow. It is a season that calls us to cast aside the old and embrace a renewed spirit of purpose, reminding us that no matter the challenges we face, restoration is always possible through faith and perseverance. At the heart of this celebration is the profound lesson of sacrifice, which remains the cornerstone of any great society. Just as Christ gave His all for the redemption of mankind, we are called to look beyond ourselves and work for the common good of our neighbors and our land. This period encourages us to cultivate a culture of selflessness and ...

  ENUGU STATE GOVERNMENT PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT STAKEHOLDERS’ MEETING ON REVENUE COLLECTION IN MARKETS IN ENUGU STATE Government cordially invites the following stakeholders to a crucial meeting on the clarification and harmonisation of revenue collection in markets across the state: Chairmen of the 17 Local Government Councils in Enugu State  Traditional Rulers (Igwe) of all Autonomous Communities Presidents-General of all Autonomous Communities Leadership of ESMATA, Enugu State Enugu State Internal Revenue Service Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Venue: Old Government Lodge Time: 11:30 a.m. All invitees are expected to attend promptly. Signed: Prof. Chidiebere Onyia Secretary to the State Government ® Arielconnect

  Work improves at Nsukka international market. … Road ,drainage construction ongoing to Accelerate Economic  growth of the market   Nsukka international market under construction at Agbani/Obimo Nsukka now has added infrastructural advancement with drainage and road demarcations around the ongoing project. It is one of the focal projects initiated by the Nsukka local government council chairman - Hon. Engr Jude Chinedu Asogwa. At the intense expectations for continued progress of the project, the council boss started the excavation of drainage systems across the ongoing market building. Yesterday marked another phase of infrastructural development in Nsukka local government as road demarcations across the market commenced in broad verse. This will enhance the flow of the business environment in a cordial perspective to the growth of the market. Traders will have a conducive business atmosphere to transact business.  This international market is unique in positi...