<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Ebonyi with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-ng</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:37:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi 2023: APGA guber candidate, campaign team attacked]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prof. Bernard Odoh, Gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in Ebonyi, have expressed worry over the continuous attack on party members across communities in the state.<br />
Ebonyi 2023: APGA guber candidate, campaign team attacked]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-apga-guber-candidate-campaign-team-attacked/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-apga-guber-candidate-campaign-team-attacked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Labour Party under coordinated attack – Julius Abure]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Comrade Julius Abure, has cried out over what he alleged is a coordinated attack on members of the LP in some states of the federation.<br />
2023: Labour Party under coordinated attack &ndash; Julius Abure]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-labour-party-under-coordinated-attack-julius-abure/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-labour-party-under-coordinated-attack-julius-abure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charles Soludo: One-third of Anambra submerged, flood made bad situation worse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State says one-third of the state has been submerged by flood, turning the already &ldquo;bad situation&rdquo; of the state as the &ldquo;erosion capital of Nigeria&rdquo; to &ldquo;worse&rdquo;.<br />
Charles Soludo: One-third of Anambra submerged, flood made bad situation worse]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/charles-soludo-one-third-of-anambra-submerged-flood-made-bad-situation-worse/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/charles-soludo-one-third-of-anambra-submerged-flood-made-bad-situation-worse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour Party demands release of abducted Ebonyi senatorial candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Labour Party has demanded the immediate release of its Senatorial Candidate in Ebonyi South, Hon Linus Okorie, who it believes was kidnapped on his way home on Sunday night.<br />
Labour Party demands release of abducted Ebonyi senatorial candidate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/labour-party-demands-release-of-abducted-ebonyi-senatorial-candidate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 09:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/labour-party-demands-release-of-abducted-ebonyi-senatorial-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNESCO: 10 million girls at risk of early marriage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has raised concerns that school closures could lead to an additional 10 million early marriages of girls over the next 10 years.<br />
UNESCO: 10 million girls at risk of early marriage]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unesco-10-million-girls-at-risk-of-early-marriage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2022 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unesco-10-million-girls-at-risk-of-early-marriage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB: Nnamdi Kanu’s freedom will bring peace, improve security to Southeast – stakeholders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Stakeholders in Abakaliki, Ebonyi capital, have reacted to the freedom granted to Nnamdi Kanu by the court of appeal in Abuja on Thursday.<br />
IPOB: Nnamdi Kanu&rsquo;s freedom will bring peace, improve security to Southeast &ndash; stakeholders]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-nnamdi-kanus-freedom-will-bring-peace-improve-security-to-southeast-stakeholders/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2022 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-nnamdi-kanus-freedom-will-bring-peace-improve-security-to-southeast-stakeholders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Rivers maintains top overall fiscal performance position among Nigeria’s 36 states]]></title><description><![CDATA[BudgIT, a civic-tech organisation leading the advocacy for fiscal transparency and accountability in Nigeria, said Rivers State maintained its overall fiscal performance position, ranking first, just as in 2020 and 2021.<br />
Report: Rivers maintains top overall fiscal performance position among Nigeria&rsquo;s 36 states]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/report-rivers-maintains-top-overall-fiscal-performance-position-among-nigerias-36-states/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2022 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/report-rivers-maintains-top-overall-fiscal-performance-position-among-nigerias-36-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Labour Party drops NLC, TUC presidents from presidential campaign council]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Labour Party (LP) has dropped the names of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) presidents from the list of its Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) officials. It was learnt that the names of NLC President Ayuba Wabba and TUC President Festus Osifo were removed following opposition from some quarters. The [&hellip;]<br />
2023: Labour Party drops NLC, TUC presidents from presidential campaign council]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-labour-party-drops-nlc-tuc-presidents-from-presidential-campaign-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2022 09:51:43 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-labour-party-drops-nlc-tuc-presidents-from-presidential-campaign-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC: Muhammadu Buhari’ll determine our campaign flag-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[After weeks ofdilly-dallying about the formal kick-off of its presidential campaign, the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has now said President Muhammadu Buhari will determine the commencement of the exercise.<br />
APC: Muhammadu Buhari&rsquo;ll determine our campaign flag-off]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-muhammadu-buharill-determine-our-campaign-flag-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2022 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-muhammadu-buharill-determine-our-campaign-flag-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Bola Tinubu, APC NWC, governors in crucial meeting over campaign council list]]></title><description><![CDATA[The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu; Progressives Governors Forum (PGF); members of theparty&rsquo;s National Working Committee (NWC) as well as the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) are currently meeting behind closed-doors over campaign council list.2023: Bola Tinubu, APC NWC, governors in crucial meeting over campaign council list]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-bola-tinubu-apc-nwc-governors-in-crucial-meeting-over-campaign-council-list/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-bola-tinubu-apc-nwc-governors-in-crucial-meeting-over-campaign-council-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Peter Obi, Yusuf Ahmed to begin zonal campaign rallies October 18]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fresh crisis is brewing between the Labour Party and the Peter Obi Presidential Campaign Organisation following plans by the latter to unveil a campaign council which the party described as alien.<br />
2023: Peter Obi, Yusuf Ahmed to begin zonal campaign rallies October 18]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-peter-obi-yusuf-ahmed-to-begin-zonal-campaign-rallies-october-18/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-peter-obi-yusuf-ahmed-to-begin-zonal-campaign-rallies-october-18/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police vow to track down killers of Chinese in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in Ebonyi vowed on Monday that they would track down gunmen who attacked a mining site close to the state&rsquo;s border with Benue on Saturday.<br />
Police vow to track down killers of Chinese in Ebonyi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-vow-to-track-down-killers-of-chinese-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 11:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-vow-to-track-down-killers-of-chinese-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen disarm police, kill Chinese In Ebonyi community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Suspected gunmen have disarmed some policemen and killed a chinese expatriate at a mining site in Iboko, Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi.<br />
Gunmen disarm police, kill Chinese In Ebonyi community]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-disarm-police-kill-chinese-in-ebonyi-community/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-disarm-police-kill-chinese-in-ebonyi-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate confirms 19 INEC RECs, NUPRC executive commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate on Wednesday confirmed the nomination of 19 Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).<br />
Senate confirms 19 INEC RECs, NUPRC executive commissioner]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-confirms-19-inec-recs-nuprc-executive-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2022 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-confirms-19-inec-recs-nuprc-executive-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi community benefits from NYSC free medical services]]></title><description><![CDATA[The people of Umuogudu Akpu Community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, yesterday benefited from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) free medical services in the State.<br />
Ebonyi community benefits from NYSC free medical services]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-community-benefits-from-nysc-free-medical-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-community-benefits-from-nysc-free-medical-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Umahi: PDP is dead in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The governor of Ebonyi, David Umahi, says the Peoples Democratic Party has no structure in his state.<br />
David Umahi: PDP is dead in Ebonyi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-pdp-is-dead-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-pdp-is-dead-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full List: Muhammadu Buhari to confer national honours on 437 prominent Nigerians, foreigners]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has listed 437 persons to receive national honours. Of the 437, five persons will receive the honour of Grand Commander Order of the Niger (GCON).<br />
Full List: Muhammadu Buhari to confer national honours on 437 prominent Nigerians, foreigners]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/full-list-muhammadu-buhari-to-confer-national-honours-on-437-prominent-nigerians-foreigners/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2022 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/full-list-muhammadu-buhari-to-confer-national-honours-on-437-prominent-nigerians-foreigners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Umahi: No hiding place for criminals in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi has said that there will be no hiding place for criminals in the state.<br />
David Umahi: No hiding place for criminals in Ebonyi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-no-hiding-place-for-criminals-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2022 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-no-hiding-place-for-criminals-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal Court affirms Ebonyi LP leadership, governorship candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Court of Appeal in Enugu has set aside the August 3 decision of the Federal High Court in Abakaliki on the leadership of the Labour Party (LP) in Ebonyi State.<br />
Appeal Court affirms Ebonyi LP leadership, governorship candidate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/appeal-court-affirms-ebonyi-lp-leadership-governorship-candidate/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/appeal-court-affirms-ebonyi-lp-leadership-governorship-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour Party: We’ll join Nigerians to hold Peter Obi, others accountable]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Labour Party, LP, has vowed that it will not abandon its presidential candidate, Peter Obi and other candidates of the party to their whims and caprices if they were elected into office in 2023.<br />
Labour Party: We&rsquo;ll join Nigerians to hold Peter Obi, others accountable]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/labour-party-well-join-nigerians-to-hold-peter-obi-others-accountable/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/labour-party-well-join-nigerians-to-hold-peter-obi-others-accountable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate passes bill to increase justices of Court of Appeal from 90 to 110]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate yesterday passed a bill that amends the Court of Appeal Act, 2013, to increase the number of Justices from 90 to 110.<br />
Senate passes bill to increase justices of Court of Appeal from 90 to 110]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-passes-bill-to-increase-justices-of-court-of-appeal-from-90-to-110/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-passes-bill-to-increase-justices-of-court-of-appeal-from-90-to-110/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s national grid collapses again; Lagos, others in blackout]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company Plc also announced system collapse, adding that the current blackout being currently experienced had affected the entire South-East.<br />
Nigeria&rsquo;s national grid collapses again; Lagos, others in blackout]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-national-grid-collapses-again-lagos-others-in-blackout/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-national-grid-collapses-again-lagos-others-in-blackout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackout hits Southeast Nigeria as grid collapses again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spokesperson of Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC), Emeka Eze in a statement on Monday said the system collapse occured around 10:51am.<br />
Blackout hits Southeast Nigeria as grid collapses again]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/blackout-hits-southeast-nigeria-as-grid-collapses-again/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/blackout-hits-southeast-nigeria-as-grid-collapses-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC appoints governors as regional, state coordinators of Bola Tinubu campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[State governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are to serve as state, zonal and regional coordinators of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council for the 2023 election.<br />
APC appoints governors as regional, state coordinators of Bola Tinubu campaign]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-appoints-governors-as-regional-state-coordinators-of-bola-tinubu-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2022 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-appoints-governors-as-regional-state-coordinators-of-bola-tinubu-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nyesom Wike: Nigerian voters won’t trust PDP, Atiku Abubakar with Iyorchia Ayu as chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike has said that the actions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, and the National Chairman of the party, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, are raising doubts in voters about the party ahead of the 2023 presidential election.<br />
Nyesom Wike: Nigerian voters won&rsquo;t trust PDP, Atiku Abubakar with Iyorchia Ayu as chairman]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nyesom-wike-nigerian-voters-wont-trust-pdp-atiku-abubakar-with-iyorchia-ayu-as-chairman/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nyesom-wike-nigerian-voters-wont-trust-pdp-atiku-abubakar-with-iyorchia-ayu-as-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB alleges Chukwuma Soludo wants to disrupt peace in Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has alleged that the Anambra state governor, Professor Charles Soludo is plotting to disturb the peace that has existed in his state.<br />
IPOB alleges Chukwuma Soludo wants to disrupt peace in Anambra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-alleges-chukwuma-soludo-wants-to-disrupt-peace-in-anambra/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-alleges-chukwuma-soludo-wants-to-disrupt-peace-in-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi 2023: David Umahi makes INEC final senate candidates list]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi has finally made the final list of candidates for the 2023 senatorial election in Ebonyi State.<br />
Ebonyi 2023: David Umahi makes INEC final senate candidates list]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-david-umahi-makes-inec-final-senate-candidates-list/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-david-umahi-makes-inec-final-senate-candidates-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NAPTIP intercepts 19 Libya bound Nigerians in Kano]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking In Persons (NAPTIP) has intercepted 19 Nigerians being trafficked to Libya for commercial sex and sexual exploitation in Kano.<br />
NAPTIP intercepts 19 Libya bound Nigerians in Kano]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/naptip-intercepts-19-libya-bound-nigerians-in-kano/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/naptip-intercepts-19-libya-bound-nigerians-in-kano/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Cooking gas price increases by 101% in one year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The average price of 5kg of cooking gas increased from N4,397.68 in July to N4,456.56 in August.<br />
NBS: Cooking gas price increases by 101% in one year]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-cooking-gas-price-increases-by-101-in-one-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-cooking-gas-price-increases-by-101-in-one-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Price of petrol rises to N189 per litre in August 2022 from N164 in August 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) yesterday, disclosed that the average retail price paid by consumers for Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) per litre has increased to N189.46 in August 2022 from N164.91 recorded in August, 2021.<br />
NBS: Price of petrol rises to N189 per litre in August 2022 from N164 in August 2021]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-price-of-petrol-rises-to-n189-per-litre-in-august-2022-from-n164-in-august-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-price-of-petrol-rises-to-n189-per-litre-in-august-2022-from-n164-in-august-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police: No policeman was killed in Ebonyi attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[No policeman was killed in Thursday&rsquo;s attack by hoodlums at Nkomoro, in Ebonyi, the police have declared.<br />
Police: No policeman was killed in Ebonyi attack]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-no-policeman-was-killed-in-ebonyi-attack/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2022 11:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-no-policeman-was-killed-in-ebonyi-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivers APC: Nyesom Wike cannot blackmail Rotimi Amaechi]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers state yesterday fired back at Governor Wike for labelling his predecessor and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, a &lsquo;total failure&rsquo; for his perceived inability to attract development to Rivers in over seven years as a minister.<br />
Rivers APC: Nyesom Wike cannot blackmail Rotimi Amaechi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rivers-apc-nyesom-wike-cannot-blackmail-rotimi-amaechi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rivers-apc-nyesom-wike-cannot-blackmail-rotimi-amaechi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku Abubakar: I will tackle insecurity, crawling economy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, says his administration will address the nation&rsquo;s security challenges by taking tough decisions if elected in the coming general elections.<br />
Atiku Abubakar: I will tackle insecurity, crawling economy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/atiku-abubakar-i-will-tackle-insecurity-crawling-economy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/atiku-abubakar-i-will-tackle-insecurity-crawling-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria announces 21 monkey pox cases in 7 days]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported 21 more cases of monkey pox in the country within the past seven days.<br />
Nigeria announces 21 monkey pox cases in 7 days]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-21-monkey-pox-cases-in-7-days/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-21-monkey-pox-cases-in-7-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Umahi gives reasons for his ‘mind-blowing projects’ in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dave Umahi has explained why he embarked on mind blowing projects in Ebonyi State while justifying the new governor&rsquo;s lodge recently built by his administration.<br />
David Umahi gives reasons for his &lsquo;mind-blowing projects&rsquo; in Ebonyi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-gives-reasons-for-his-mind-blowing-projects-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2022 09:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-gives-reasons-for-his-mind-blowing-projects-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Ebonyi PDP factions disagree over NEC’s ratification of candidates’ list]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two factions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State have disagreed on the implication of the ratification of the candidates of the party elected during the primaries across the Country by the National Executive Council (NEC) as earlier submitted by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).<br />
2023: Ebonyi PDP factions disagree over NEC&rsquo;s ratification of candidates&rsquo; list]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ebonyi-pdp-factions-disagree-over-necs-ratification-of-candidates-list/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ebonyi-pdp-factions-disagree-over-necs-ratification-of-candidates-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP chair: Court will decide governorship candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, in Ebonyi State, Mr Tochukwu Okorie, has said that he is ready to align with anybody the court favours as the party&rsquo;s governorship candidate in the state.<br />
Ebonyi PDP chair: Court will decide governorship candidate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-chair-court-will-decide-governorship-candidate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-chair-court-will-decide-governorship-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: APGA raises alarm over destruction of billboards by ‘Ebubeagu personnel’ in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barely two weeks after the destruction of billboards belonging to the 2023 Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Ebonyi, Professor Benard Ifeanyi Odoh and the Deputy Governorship candidate, Dr. Nkata Nwani Chuku, within Abakaliki metropolis allegedly by agents of the State government, the party has again accused the personnel of Ebubeagu Security outfit in the State of embarking on another round of destruction of the party&rsquo;s billboards, this time, at Okpos]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apga-raises-alarm-over-destruction-of-billboards-by-ebubeagu-personnel-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apga-raises-alarm-over-destruction-of-billboards-by-ebubeagu-personnel-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government takes over Ebonyi’s King David University]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government on Tuesday formally took over the ownership of King David University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi state pursuant to a presidential promise by President Buhari in May this year.<br />
Nigerian government takes over Ebonyi&rsquo;s King David University]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-takes-over-ebonyis-king-david-university/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-takes-over-ebonyis-king-david-university/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Sokoto has highest dropout rate in childhood vaccination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unless something is done quickly, many children in Sokoto State may die or become physically challenged because of infections from childhood diseases like measles, hepatitis B, polio, tetanus, whooping cough, diphtheria, and other vaccine-preventable diseases, according to data from a Federal Government report.<br />
Report: Sokoto has highest dropout rate in childhood vaccination]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/report-sokoto-has-highest-dropout-rate-in-childhood-vaccination/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2022 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/report-sokoto-has-highest-dropout-rate-in-childhood-vaccination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC: Muhammadu Buhari urged to withdraw nomination of alleged APC members as RECs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to use his &ldquo;leadership position to urgently withdraw the names of nominees recently submitted to the Senate for confirmation as Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) who are allegedly members of the All Progressives Congress (APC).&rdquo;<br />
INEC: Muhammadu Buhari urged to withdraw nomination of alleged APC members as RECs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-muhammadu-buhari-urged-to-withdraw-nomination-of-alleged-apc-members-as-recs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-muhammadu-buhari-urged-to-withdraw-nomination-of-alleged-apc-members-as-recs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Atiku Abubakar meets PDP governorship candidates in Abuja]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, on Saturday met with governorship candidates of the party from across the country.<br />
2023: Atiku Abubakar meets PDP governorship candidates in Abuja]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-atiku-abubakar-meets-pdp-governorship-candidates-in-abuja/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2022 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-atiku-abubakar-meets-pdp-governorship-candidates-in-abuja/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest ‘serial rapist’ in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police in Ebonyi State have arrested a 19- year-old suspected serial rapist who specialises in molesting and robbing victims in Abakaliki, capital of the state.<br />
Police arrest &lsquo;serial rapist&rsquo; in Ebonyi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-serial-rapist-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-serial-rapist-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NiMET raises fresh alarm over impending flooding in Kaduna, FCT others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NIgerian Metrological Agency (NiMet), has warned residents of Kaduna, Niger, Bauchi, Plateau, Federal Capital Territory and Nasarawa to expect heavy rain fall between Tuesday, August 30th 2022 to Thursday, September 1st, 2022.<br />
NiMET raises fresh alarm over impending flooding in Kaduna, FCT others]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-raises-fresh-alarm-over-impending-flooding-in-kaduna-fct-others/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2022 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-raises-fresh-alarm-over-impending-flooding-in-kaduna-fct-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi 2023: Police begin investigation over killing of PDP candidate’s bodyguard]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi, says it has embarked on scrupulous investigation of the killings at Galaxy Hotel, Isu Community in Onicha Local Government Area of the state.<br />
Ebonyi 2023: Police begin investigation over killing of PDP candidate&rsquo;s bodyguard]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-police-begin-investigation-over-killing-of-pdp-candidates-bodyguard/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-police-begin-investigation-over-killing-of-pdp-candidates-bodyguard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNICEF partners Nigeria to strengthen oxygen supply to 8 states]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria and the United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund, UNICEF, are to partner to strengthen the supply of oxygen to hospitals in eight states of the country for the treatment of pneumonia, COVID-19 and other hypoxemia disorders particularly in newborn babies and pregnant women.<br />
UNICEF partners Nigeria to strengthen oxygen supply to 8 states]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-partners-nigeria-to-strengthen-oxygen-supply-to-8-states/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2022 11:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-partners-nigeria-to-strengthen-oxygen-supply-to-8-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian military: Troops decimate terrorists in Yobe, Borno, Abuja]]></title><description><![CDATA[The military has outlined its recent successes against terrorists and other criminals across the country.<br />
Nigerian military: Troops decimate terrorists in Yobe, Borno, Abuja]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-military-troops-decimate-terrorists-in-yobe-borno-abuja/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-military-troops-decimate-terrorists-in-yobe-borno-abuja/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Federal court voids Ebonyi council polls]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi state capital, has voided the July 30th local government council elections held in Ebonyi State.<br />
Federal court voids Ebonyi council polls]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/federal-court-voids-ebonyi-council-polls/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/federal-court-voids-ebonyi-council-polls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Nigeria experienced hike in food prices in July]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said that was an increase in the prices of selected food items in July 2022.<br />
NBS: Nigeria experienced hike in food prices in July]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-nigeria-experienced-hike-in-food-prices-in-july/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-nigeria-experienced-hike-in-food-prices-in-july/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: APGA governorship candidate speaks on his plans for Ebonyi education sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for 2023 governorship election in Ebonyi State has promised to lead the development and implementation of a legal and policy framework that would make education accessible and affordable in the State, if elected the next governor of the State.<br />
2023: APGA governorship candidate speaks on his plans for Ebonyi education sector]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apga-governorship-candidate-speaks-on-his-plans-for-ebonyi-education-sector/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Aug 2022 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apga-governorship-candidate-speaks-on-his-plans-for-ebonyi-education-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi women, government bicker over disruption of meeting by Ebubeagu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the Eastern Nigeria regional security organisation, Ebubeagu Security Outfit in Ebonyi disrupted a meeting of women in the state on Saturday.<br />
Ebonyi women, government bicker over disruption of meeting by Ebubeagu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-women-government-bicker-over-disruption-of-meeting-by-ebubeagu/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Aug 2022 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-women-government-bicker-over-disruption-of-meeting-by-ebubeagu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police nab man for ‘car theft’ in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi has nabbed a 41-year-old man, Christian Onyiagha who allegedly specializes in car theft in the state.<br />
Police nab man for &lsquo;car theft&rsquo; in Ebonyi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-nab-man-for-car-theft-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-nab-man-for-car-theft-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: NEPC tasks SMEs on enhancing export investments]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has encouraged entrepreneurs in Ebonyi to increase their economic activities to become major global players in the export of their products.<br />
Ebonyi: NEPC tasks SMEs on enhancing export investments]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nepc-tasks-smes-on-enhancing-export-investments/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nepc-tasks-smes-on-enhancing-export-investments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police call for installation of CCTV in business places, homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Police Force has advised Nigerians to adopt the idea of installing the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) devices in their business premises and at homes to curb insecurity in the country.<br />
Police call for installation of CCTV in business places, homes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-call-for-installation-of-cctv-in-business-places-homes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-call-for-installation-of-cctv-in-business-places-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi 2023: Groups slam David Umahi for ‘attacking’ Labour Party]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Consultative Front and coalition of human rights organisations in the South-East have slammed the Chairman, South-East Governors&rsquo; Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, for threatening members of the Labour Party in his state, especially the governorship candidate, Splendor Eze.<br />
Ebonyi 2023: Groups slam David Umahi for &lsquo;attacking&rsquo; Labour Party]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-groups-slam-david-umahi-for-attacking-labour-party/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-groups-slam-david-umahi-for-attacking-labour-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister denies getting presidential order to resolve ASUU strike in two weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the face of lingering industrial action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, has denied getting a directive from President Muhammadu Buhari to resolve the protracted strike in two weeks.<br />
Minister denies getting presidential order to resolve ASUU strike in two weeks]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-denies-getting-presidential-order-to-resolve-asuu-strike-in-two-weeks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-denies-getting-presidential-order-to-resolve-asuu-strike-in-two-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police uncover ritualist den with 20 mummified corpses in Edo, arrest suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The operatives of the Edo State Police Command have discovered 20 mummified corpses made up of 15 males, 3 females and 2 children in a building along Asoro slope off Ekenhua road, Uzebu quarters, Benin city.<br />
Police uncover ritualist den with 20 mummified corpses in Edo, arrest suspects]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-uncover-ritualist-den-with-20-mummified-corpses-in-edo-arrest-suspects/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-uncover-ritualist-den-with-20-mummified-corpses-in-edo-arrest-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EEDC restores power to Southeast as workers suspend strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has commenced restoration of power to consumers in the southeast following the suspension of the strike called by electricity workers.<br />
EEDC restores power to Southeast as workers suspend strike]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/eedc-restores-power-to-southeast-as-workers-suspend-strike/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/eedc-restores-power-to-southeast-as-workers-suspend-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electricity workers’ strike disrupts power supply in Southeast Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the industrial strike action embarked upon by the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) at the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) power stations, operations across the franchise area of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) have been disrupted.<br />
Electricity workers&rsquo; strike disrupts power supply in Southeast Nigeria]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/electricity-workers-strike-disrupts-power-supply-in-southeast-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/electricity-workers-strike-disrupts-power-supply-in-southeast-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government confirms outbreak of monkeypox]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government has confirmed the outbreak of monkeypox disease in the state.<br />
Ebonyi government confirms outbreak of monkeypox]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-confirms-outbreak-of-monkeypox/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-confirms-outbreak-of-monkeypox/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NiMet: Katsina, Borno, Sokoto, others at risk of high flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has predicted excessive rainfall in the northern states of Katsina, Borno, Sokoto, Kano, Jigawa, Gombe, Yobe, Bauchi and Adamawa, which is likely to make them experience flooding in August, September and October this year.<br />
NiMet: Katsina, Borno, Sokoto, others at risk of high flooding]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-katsina-borno-sokoto-others-at-risk-of-high-flooding/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-katsina-borno-sokoto-others-at-risk-of-high-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NiMet places MDAs, Nigerian on alert over imminent flooding, above normal rain fall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) on Tuesday placed on alert the relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), and citizens, over imminent heavy and extended rain falls in some parts of the country.<br />
NiMet places MDAs, Nigerian on alert over imminent flooding, above normal rain fall]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-places-mdas-nigerian-on-alert-over-imminent-flooding-above-normal-rain-fall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-places-mdas-nigerian-on-alert-over-imminent-flooding-above-normal-rain-fall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi group berates David Umahi over comment on ‘university education’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Association of Ebonyi Indigenes Socio-cultural in Diaspora (AEISCID) has berated the state governor, Dave Umahi, over a comment attributed to him where he allegedly said &lsquo;university education is not for everybody and that is the truth&rsquo;.<br />
Ebonyi group berates David Umahi over comment on &lsquo;university education&rsquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-berates-david-umahi-over-comment-on-university-education/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-berates-david-umahi-over-comment-on-university-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anxiety over outbreak of monkeypox in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The outbreak of monkeypox disease has started causing shivers across the 13 Local Government areas of Ebonyi State as one active case has been reported in Abakaliki.<br />
Anxiety over outbreak of monkeypox in Ebonyi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anxiety-over-outbreak-of-monkeypox-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anxiety-over-outbreak-of-monkeypox-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s inflation hits 17-year high amid rising food prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[The headline inflation for July 2022 rose to 19.64 percent, the highest since September 2005, from 18.60 percent it recorded in June 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday.<br />
Nigeria&rsquo;s inflation hits 17-year high amid rising food prices]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-inflation-hits-17-year-high-amid-rising-food-prices/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-inflation-hits-17-year-high-amid-rising-food-prices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi records monkeypox outbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Outbreak of Monkeypox has been recorded in Ebonyi State. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Daniel Umezurike on Monday explained that a suspected case of Monkeypox was reported on the 10th of August, 2022 at Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki.<br />
Ebonyi records monkeypox outbreak]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-records-monkeypox-outbreak/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-records-monkeypox-outbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 13 new confirmed cases of Lassa fever]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 13 new cases of Lassa fever in seven days from five states, Ondo, Edo, Kogi, Ebonyi, and Imo.<br />
Nigeria records 13 new confirmed cases of Lassa fever]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-13-new-confirmed-cases-of-lassa-fever/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-13-new-confirmed-cases-of-lassa-fever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Umahi denies owing Ebonyi workers salaries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has denied that his administration is owing workers six months&rsquo; salaries.<br />
David Umahi denies owing Ebonyi workers salaries]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-denies-owing-ebonyi-workers-salaries/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2022 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-denies-owing-ebonyi-workers-salaries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Umahi bans selling, buying of lands, shops at Ebonyi market]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has warned against illegal selling and buying of lands and shops at the popular Kpirikpiri market in the state.<br />
David Umahi bans selling, buying of lands, shops at Ebonyi market]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-bans-selling-buying-of-lands-shops-at-ebonyi-market/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/david-umahi-bans-selling-buying-of-lands-shops-at-ebonyi-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expert: Climate change to cost Nigeria $460 billion by 2050]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prof. Chuwumerije Okereke, Director, Centre for Climate Change and Development at the Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ebonyi State, says climate change will cost Nigeria $460 billion by 2050 if action is not taken to mitigate its effects.<br />
Expert: Climate change to cost Nigeria $460 billion by 2050]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/expert-climate-change-to-cost-nigeria-460-billion-by-2050/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/expert-climate-change-to-cost-nigeria-460-billion-by-2050/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC sweeps Ebonyi council polls]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Electoral Commission has declared the candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as winners of all the chairmanship and councillorship seats in the local government elections held on Saturday.<br />
APC sweeps Ebonyi council polls]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-sweeps-ebonyi-council-polls/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2022 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-sweeps-ebonyi-council-polls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Augustine Umahi declines appointment as RMAFC scribe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Augustine Umahi has declined his appointment as the secretary of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC).<br />
Augustine Umahi declines appointment as RMAFC scribe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/augustine-umahi-declines-appointment-as-rmafc-scribe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/augustine-umahi-declines-appointment-as-rmafc-scribe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CVR: INEC insists on July 31st deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has ruled out the chances of further extension of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR).<br />
CVR: INEC insists on July 31st deadline]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cvr-inec-insists-on-july-31st-deadline/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cvr-inec-insists-on-july-31st-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC: Muhammadu Buhari nominates 19 RECs for Senate confirmation]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari has written the Senate to confirm 19 nominees as Resident Electoral Commissioners of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).<br />
INEC: Muhammadu Buhari nominates 19 RECs for Senate confirmation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-muhammadu-buhari-nominates-19-recs-for-senate-confirmation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-muhammadu-buhari-nominates-19-recs-for-senate-confirmation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotimi Amaechi: Delegates bribed to vote at APC presidential primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, has alleged that some delegates were induced with money to vote at the APC presidential primary in June.<br />
Rotimi Amaechi: Delegates bribed to vote at APC presidential primary]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rotimi-amaechi-delegates-bribed-to-vote-at-apc-presidential-primary/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rotimi-amaechi-delegates-bribed-to-vote-at-apc-presidential-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi 2023: INEC publishes list of governorship, assembly candidates]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Friday, published 12 political parties and their candidates for the 2023 governorship election in Ebonyi State.<br />
Ebonyi 2023: INEC publishes list of governorship, assembly candidates]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-inec-publishes-list-of-governorship-assembly-candidates/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2022 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-inec-publishes-list-of-governorship-assembly-candidates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPMAN to partner with EFCC in fight against distribution of illegally refined products]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) says it would partner with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the fight against the distribution and sales of adulterated products.<br />
IPMAN to partner with EFCC in fight against distribution of illegally refined products]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-to-partner-with-efcc-in-fight-against-distribution-of-illegally-refined-products/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2022 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-to-partner-with-efcc-in-fight-against-distribution-of-illegally-refined-products/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi 2023: Court recognises Ifeanyi Odii as authentic PDP candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Tuesday, declared the rescheduled Peoples Democratic Party&rsquo;s (PDP), primaries in Ebonyi invalid and recorganised Dr Ifeanyi-Chukwuma Odii as the authentic gubernatorial candidate of the party in the 2023 general election.<br />
Ebonyi 2023: Court recognises Ifeanyi Odii as authentic PDP candidate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-court-recognises-ifeanyi-odii-as-authentic-pdp-candidate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-2023-court-recognises-ifeanyi-odii-as-authentic-pdp-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi council poll: Francis Nwifuru predicts total victory for APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Speaker of the Ebonyi House of Assembly, Mr Francis Nwifuru, has said the All Progressives Congress (APC) will sweep the July 30 Local Government Elections in the state.<br />
Ebonyi council poll: Francis Nwifuru predicts total victory for APC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-council-poll-francis-nwifuru-predicts-total-victory-for-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-council-poll-francis-nwifuru-predicts-total-victory-for-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Power: EEDC announces system collapse in South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company has announced a system collapse in the South East, which, it said, had affected supply in its franchise areas in the zone.<br />
Power: EEDC announces system collapse in South East]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/power-eedc-announces-system-collapse-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/power-eedc-announces-system-collapse-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court declares rescheduled Ebonyi PDP’s primaries invalid]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Federal High Court in Abakaliki has again declared the rescheduled People Democratic Party&rsquo;s (PDP) primaries in Ebonyi invalid.<br />
Court declares rescheduled Ebonyi PDP&rsquo;s primaries invalid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-declares-rescheduled-ebonyi-pdps-primaries-invalid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-declares-rescheduled-ebonyi-pdps-primaries-invalid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP candidate lauds Ezza community for upholding cultural belief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the 2023 Governorship Election in Ebonyi, has commended the people of Ezza in the state for upholding the culture of the land.<br />
Ebonyi PDP candidate lauds Ezza community for upholding cultural belief]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-candidate-lauds-ezza-community-for-upholding-cultural-belief/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-candidate-lauds-ezza-community-for-upholding-cultural-belief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taraba: IFAD distributes inputs to wet season rice, cassava farmers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) on Friday began the distribution of agricultural inputs to 120 Taraba wet season rice and cassava farmers.<br />
Taraba: IFAD distributes inputs to wet season rice, cassava farmers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/taraba-ifad-distributes-inputs-to-wet-season-rice-cassava-farmers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 14:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/taraba-ifad-distributes-inputs-to-wet-season-rice-cassava-farmers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: David Umahi carries out minor cabinet reshuffle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has carried out a minor cabinet reshuffle to in his effort to ensure good governance for the people.<br />
Ebonyi: David Umahi carries out minor cabinet reshuffle]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-david-umahi-carries-out-minor-cabinet-reshuffle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-david-umahi-carries-out-minor-cabinet-reshuffle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU accuses Nigerian government of ‘sabotaging efforts to ensure standard education for youths’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities told newsmen accused the Federal Government of &ldquo;sabotaging efforts to ensure standard education for Nigerian youths&rdquo;.<br />
ASUU accuses Nigerian government of &lsquo;sabotaging efforts to ensure standard education for youths&rsquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asuu-accuses-nigerian-government-of-sabotaging-efforts-to-ensure-standard-education-for-youths/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asuu-accuses-nigerian-government-of-sabotaging-efforts-to-ensure-standard-education-for-youths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: APC mocks PDP over sack of state chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Stanley Okoro Emegha, has mocked the Ebonyi State chapter of the People&rsquo;s Democratic Party (PDP) over the Federal High Court judgement that sacked the Party&rsquo;s chairman, Mr Tochukwu Okorie.<br />
The post Ebonyi: APC mocks PDP over sack of state chairman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-mocks-pdp-over-sack-of-state-chairman/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2022 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-mocks-pdp-over-sack-of-state-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sacked Ebonyi PDP chairman heads to appeal court]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sacked Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Ebonyi State Chapter, Mr Tochukwu Okorie, has approached the Court of Appeal, asking it to set aside the Federal High Court&rsquo;s judgment that declared Silas Onu as Chairman of PDP in Ebonyi.<br />
The post Sacked Ebonyi PDP chairman heads to appeal court appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sacked-ebonyi-pdp-chairman-heads-to-appeal-court/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sacked-ebonyi-pdp-chairman-heads-to-appeal-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court sacks Ebonyi PDP chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Abuja division of the Federal High Court, has held that Tochukwu Okorie was not validly nominated to contest election for the position of Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi.<br />
The post Court sacks Ebonyi PDP chairman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-sacks-ebonyi-pdp-chairman/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2022 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-sacks-ebonyi-pdp-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defection: Court vacation stalls judgment in suit seeking Yakubu Dogara’s sack]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal High Court (FHC)&rsquo;s vacation has stalled the judgment in suit seeking for the declaration of the seat of Rep Yakubu Dogara vacant on account of his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Defection: Court vacation stalls judgment in suit seeking Yakubu Dogara&rsquo;s sack appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/defection-court-vacation-stalls-judgment-in-suit-seeking-yakubu-dogaras-sack/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/defection-court-vacation-stalls-judgment-in-suit-seeking-yakubu-dogaras-sack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate summons minister, NFF supremo, others over stadium vandalism]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate has summoned Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, over the vandalisation of Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja by hoodlums on March 29, after the Super Eagles failed to qualify for the Qatar 2022 World Cup.<br />
The post Senate summons minister, NFF supremo, others over stadium vandalism appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-summons-minister-nff-supremo-others-over-stadium-vandalism/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-summons-minister-nff-supremo-others-over-stadium-vandalism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: APGA cuts nomination fees for women, youths by 50 percent]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Grand Alliance has declared a 50 per cent reduction of its nomination fees for women and youths, to ease the burden of electioneering expenses and equally make elective posts more accessible to them, ahead of the 2023 polls.<br />
The post 2023: APGA cuts nomination fees for women, youths by 50 percent appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apga-cuts-nomination-fees-for-women-youths-by-50-percent/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apga-cuts-nomination-fees-for-women-youths-by-50-percent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two killed as police repel kidnap gang targeting expatriate]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi has confirmed that its men repelled a gun-toting kidnap gang, targeting an expatriate working for a construction company in Ikwo Local Government Area.<br />
The post Two killed as police repel kidnap gang targeting expatriate appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/two-killed-as-police-repel-kidnap-gang-targeting-expatriate/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Apr 2022 11:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/two-killed-as-police-repel-kidnap-gang-targeting-expatriate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal Court: Why Ebonyi governor, deputy can’t be sacked for defection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Court of Appeal sitting in Enugu on Friday upheld the defection of Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi and his deputy, Mr Kelechi Igwe, to the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Appeal Court: Why Ebonyi governor, deputy can&rsquo;t be sacked for defection appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/appeal-court-why-ebonyi-governor-deputy-cant-be-sacked-for-defection/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/appeal-court-why-ebonyi-governor-deputy-cant-be-sacked-for-defection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New members of the APC national and zonal working committees — full list]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 26, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) conducted its elective national convention.<br />
The post New members of the APC national and zonal working committees &mdash; full list appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/new-members-of-the-apc-national-and-zonal-working-committees-full-list/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/new-members-of-the-apc-national-and-zonal-working-committees-full-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra: Police arrest six suspects, recover one submachine gun rifle, ammunition]]></title><description><![CDATA[In line with the stated commitment of the Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Echeng Echeng, and deliberate strategies which involves both covert and overt operations, to wipe out all criminal elements and other violent crimes in the state, Police operatives have arrested six suspects flouting the state government directive on ban on touting and illegal revenue collection, recover one SMG rifle, one magazine and four ammunition.<br />
The post Anambra: Police arrest six suspects, recover one submach]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-police-arrest-six-suspects-recover-one-submachine-gun-rifle-ammunition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2022 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-police-arrest-six-suspects-recover-one-submachine-gun-rifle-ammunition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: YPP sure of impressive outing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Young Progressives Party, YPP, has stated that it is optimistic of an impressive outing in 2023 general elections after it concluded its state Congress in Ilorinat the weekend.<br />
The post 2023: YPP sure of impressive outing appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ypp-sure-of-impressive-outing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2022 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ypp-sure-of-impressive-outing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records six Lassa fever-related deaths, 29 new infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has recorded 29 additional Lassa fever infections and six deaths across 11 states of the federation.<br />
The post Nigeria records six Lassa fever-related deaths, 29 new infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-six-lassa-fever-related-deaths-29-new-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2022 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-six-lassa-fever-related-deaths-29-new-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HURIWA: Deploying more security agents in South-East’ll aggravate extrajudicial killings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Civil rights advocacy group, Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, on Wednesday, said the recent approval by President Muhammadu Buhari that additional security personnel be deployed in the South-East will aggravate extrajudicial killings in the zone.<br />
The post HURIWA: Deploying more security agents in South-East&rsquo;ll aggravate extrajudicial killings appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/huriwa-deploying-more-security-agents-in-south-eastll-aggravate-extrajudicial-killings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/huriwa-deploying-more-security-agents-in-south-eastll-aggravate-extrajudicial-killings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Enugu traditional rulers endorse Senator Ekweremadu’s governorship bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some traditional rulers in Enugu have endorsed Ike Ekweremadu, a former deputy senate president, for the state&rsquo;s governorship in 2023.<br />
The post 2023: Enugu traditional rulers endorse Senator Ekweremadu&rsquo;s governorship bid appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-enugu-traditional-rulers-endorse-senator-ekweremadus-governorship-bid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 23:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-enugu-traditional-rulers-endorse-senator-ekweremadus-governorship-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court strikes out Governor Umahi’s motion to stop execution of judgment]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Federal High Court (FHC), Abuja, on Monday, struck out the motion filed by sacked Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi, seeking for a stay of execution of the March 8 judgment.<br />
The post Court strikes out Governor Umahi&rsquo;s motion to stop execution of judgment appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-strikes-out-governor-umahis-motion-to-stop-execution-of-judgment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-strikes-out-governor-umahis-motion-to-stop-execution-of-judgment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SEMA rolls out measures to check disasters in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) in Ebonyi rolled out some plans to check incidents of fire outbreaks, flooding, windstorm and other disasters in the state.<br />
The post SEMA rolls out measures to check disasters in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sema-rolls-out-measures-to-check-disasters-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 17:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sema-rolls-out-measures-to-check-disasters-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My husband left me because I gave birth to twins – woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[The police spokesperson in Ebonyi, Loveth Odah, on Wednesday said the police would investigate a report by a woman who alleged that her husband abandoned her because she gave birth to a set of twins through a Cesarean section.<br />
The post My husband left me because I gave birth to twins &ndash; woman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/my-husband-left-me-because-i-gave-birth-to-twins-woman/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Dec 2021 15:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/my-husband-left-me-because-i-gave-birth-to-twins-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: NDLEA arrests 226 drug traffickers, seizes 4.777kg tramadol]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), said it arrested 226 suspects in connection with drug trafficking in Ebonyi between January and December 2021.<br />
The post Ebonyi: NDLEA arrests 226 drug traffickers, seizes 4.777kg tramadol appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-ndlea-arrests-226-drug-traffickers-seizes-4777kg-tramadol/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 15:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-ndlea-arrests-226-drug-traffickers-seizes-4777kg-tramadol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi APC chairman: Governor Umahi’s defection a threat to PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi State, Chief Stanley Okoro Emegha said the defection of Governor David Umahi from PDP to APC has remained a threat to the PDP.<br />
The post Ebonyi APC chairman: Governor Umahi&rsquo;s defection a threat to PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-chairman-governor-umahis-defection-a-threat-to-pdp/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Dec 2021 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-chairman-governor-umahis-defection-a-threat-to-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ekiti heightens surveillance for Lassa fever]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Oyebanji Filani, Ekiti State Commissioner for Health and Human Services, said in a statement issued in Ado-Ekiti that the ministry&rsquo;s intervention was to nip the incidence of the disease in the bud.<br />
The post Ekiti heightens surveillance for Lassa fever appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ekiti-heightens-surveillance-for-lassa-fever/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 11:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ekiti-heightens-surveillance-for-lassa-fever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NGO seeks forensic evaluation of kidnapped NELAN engineers in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) has called for a forensic evaluation of the abduction of engineers working with NELAN, a consultant engineering firm in Ebonyi State.<br />
The post NGO seeks forensic evaluation of kidnapped NELAN engineers in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ngo-seeks-forensic-evaluation-of-kidnapped-nelan-engineers-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 10:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ngo-seeks-forensic-evaluation-of-kidnapped-nelan-engineers-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 80 Lassa fever-related deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) said 80 people have so far died from Lassa fever as of Thursday.<br />
The post Nigeria records 80 Lassa fever-related deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-80-lassa-fever-related-deaths/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 09:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-80-lassa-fever-related-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPMAN blames private depots for hike in petrol price]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Petroleum Marketers of Nigeria (IPMAN) has blamed the increase in the pump price of petrol in South-Eastern states on the hike in price at private depots.<br />
The post IPMAN blames private depots for hike in petrol price appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-blames-private-depots-for-hike-in-petrol-price/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-blames-private-depots-for-hike-in-petrol-price/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian man arrested for ‘killing’ wife to inherit property]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian police said they have arrested a man who allegedly killed his own wife in order to inherit her landed property, houses, money in the bank, and a thriving business.<br />
The post Nigerian man arrested for &lsquo;killing&rsquo; wife to inherit property appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-man-arrested-for-killing-wife-to-inherit-property/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-man-arrested-for-killing-wife-to-inherit-property/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: I won’t return to PDP, no going back to Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has said that he had no plan to return to PDP, saying, doing so is like going back to Egypt.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: I won&rsquo;t return to PDP, no going back to Egypt appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-wont-return-to-pdp-no-going-back-to-egypt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Dec 2021 19:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-wont-return-to-pdp-no-going-back-to-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CCSI urges media to drive behavioural change to end GBV]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), on Friday, urged the media to be drivers of behavioural change aimed at ending Gender-Based Violence (GBV).<br />
The post CCSI urges media to drive behavioural change to end GBV appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ccsi-urges-media-to-drive-behavioural-change-to-end-gbv/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Dec 2021 09:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ccsi-urges-media-to-drive-behavioural-change-to-end-gbv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor suspends permanent secretary over delay in payment of salary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has directed the suspension of the Permanent Secretary of the state&rsquo;s Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Matters and Rural Development over delay in payment of November salary of local government workers.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor suspends permanent secretary over delay in payment of salary appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-permanent-secretary-over-delay-in-payment-of-salary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-permanent-secretary-over-delay-in-payment-of-salary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UN agency: Community inputs necessary to end FGM]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Nations Children Fund, (UNICEF) and United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) said without commitments, inputs from communities elimination of Female Genital Mutilation can be too difficult to achieve.<br />
The post UN agency: Community inputs necessary to end FGM appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/un-agency-community-inputs-necessary-to-end-fgm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/un-agency-community-inputs-necessary-to-end-fgm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi APC: Governor Umahi has no plans to return to PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi State has described as &ldquo;fake news&rdquo; reports that Governor Dave Umahi plans to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).<br />
The post Ebonyi APC: Governor Umahi has no plans to return to PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-governor-umahi-has-no-plans-to-return-to-pdp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Dec 2021 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-governor-umahi-has-no-plans-to-return-to-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seductive VAT data raises more questions than answers]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the last two Mondays, two newspapers &ndash; Daily Trust and Nigerian Tribune &ndash; have published data on the collection of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the first eight months of 2021. The reports have shed more heat than light.<br />
The post Seductive VAT data raises more questions than answers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/seductive-vat-data-raises-more-questions-than-answers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 17:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/seductive-vat-data-raises-more-questions-than-answers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022 Budget: Ebonyi speaker extols legislative, executive synergy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speaker of Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has lauded the working relationship between the Legislature and the Executive arms of government and implored Governor David Umahi to continue to sustain such synergy for more excellent service delivery in the State.<br />
The post 2022 Budget: Ebonyi speaker extols legislative, executive synergy appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2022-budget-ebonyi-speaker-extols-legislative-executive-synergy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2022-budget-ebonyi-speaker-extols-legislative-executive-synergy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid minerals airborne data collection begins in 19 states, FCT]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ministry of Mines and Steel Development would on Monday begin airborne geophysical survey operations in 19 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).<br />
The post Solid minerals airborne data collection begins in 19 states, FCT appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/solid-minerals-airborne-data-collection-begins-in-19-states-fct/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/solid-minerals-airborne-data-collection-begins-in-19-states-fct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Two officers missing as gunmen ambush police convoy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two police officers are missing, while three others were injured during an attack on a convoy in Effium Community, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State on Sunday.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Two officers missing as gunmen ambush police convoy appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-two-officers-missing-as-gunmen-ambush-police-convoy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 20:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-two-officers-missing-as-gunmen-ambush-police-convoy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBN loans six tertiary students N30 million in new empowerment scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a way of tackling the problem of growing youth unemployment in Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Thursday formally launched the Tertiary Institutions Entrepreneurship Scheme (TIES) in Abuja.<br />
The post CBN loans six tertiary students N30 million in new empowerment scheme appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cbn-loans-six-tertiary-students-n30-million-in-new-empowerment-scheme/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Nov 2021 14:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cbn-loans-six-tertiary-students-n30-million-in-new-empowerment-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House charges security agencies on need to curb kidnappings, other security challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The House of Representatives on Tuesday mandated security agencies to address the incidence of kidnappings and other security challenges around the waterways of Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State.<br />
The post House charges security agencies on need to curb kidnappings, other security challenges appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-charges-security-agencies-on-need-to-curb-kidnappings-other-security-challenges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-charges-security-agencies-on-need-to-curb-kidnappings-other-security-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian university condemns act of criminality among lecturers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Management of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi, says it does not condone any form of criminality among lecturers, especially the act of rape.<br />
The post Nigerian university condemns act of criminality among lecturers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-university-condemns-act-of-criminality-among-lecturers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-university-condemns-act-of-criminality-among-lecturers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug dealer behind cocaine hidden in Lagos airport toilet arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has arrested a Brazil-based drug dealer, Okafor Moses in connection with over 2.55 kilograms of cocaine.<br />
The post Drug dealer behind cocaine hidden in Lagos airport toilet arrested appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/drug-dealer-behind-cocaine-hidden-in-lagos-airport-toilet-arrested/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Nov 2021 16:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/drug-dealer-behind-cocaine-hidden-in-lagos-airport-toilet-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNICEF: 46 million Nigerians still practice open defecation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) has said that 46 million Nigerians still practise open defecation as its rate in Nigeria had remained steady at 23 per cent.<br />
The post UNICEF: 46 million Nigerians still practice open defecation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-46-million-nigerians-still-practice-open-defecation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Nov 2021 13:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-46-million-nigerians-still-practice-open-defecation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNICEF: Over 40 million Nigerians still practice open defecation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Ibrahim Conteh, Chief of United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) Field Office Enugu has expressed worry over the high rate of open defecation in Nigeria just as he lamented that over 40 million Nigerians still prac&shy;tice it.<br />
The post UNICEF: Over 40 million Nigerians still practice open defecation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-over-40-million-nigerians-still-practice-open-defecation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Nov 2021 10:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-over-40-million-nigerians-still-practice-open-defecation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kwara leads APC states in developmental strides]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kwara State at the weekend emerged with the highest number of points in the September edition of the Progressive Strides, the monthly bulletin tracking the performance of the 21 All Progressives Congress (APC) states.<br />
The post Kwara leads APC states in developmental strides appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kwara-leads-apc-states-in-developmental-strides/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2021 17:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kwara-leads-apc-states-in-developmental-strides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 166 new coronavirus infections, total now 211,496]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre For Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 166 new COVID-19 infections from 14 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria records 166 new coronavirus infections, total now 211,496 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-166-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-211496/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-166-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-211496/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Man hacks sister-in-law, two others to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[A middle-aged man, Chibuike Ochie, has allegedly hacked to death his sister-in-law, younger sister and a labourer in Uburu community, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Man hacks sister-in-law, two others to death appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-man-hacks-sister-in-law-two-others-to-death/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-man-hacks-sister-in-law-two-others-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi group: Father Mbaka’s assessment of Dave Umahi government wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in Diaspora (AESID) has described the recent assessment of Governor Dave Umahi&rsquo;s performance in the state by the founder and Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Reverend Father Ejike Mbaka, as against the realities on the ground in Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Ebonyi group: Father Mbaka&rsquo;s assessment of Dave Umahi government wrong appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-father-mbakas-assessment-of-dave-umahi-government-wrong/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-father-mbakas-assessment-of-dave-umahi-government-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen attack police station in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gunmen have attacked a police station in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, setting all those detained at the station free.<br />
The post Gunmen attack police station in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-police-station-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2021 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-police-station-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Terror attacks: Britain warns nationals against travelling to 12 Nigerian states]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;There may be protests and a heightened security presence in major cities such as Lagos and Abuja. In parallel, the high profile trial date of a separatist leader is also scheduled for 21 October in Abuja. There may be additional protests and a heightened security presence in Abuja and the South-east for this reason. In all areas affected, you should monitor local media, and avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings,&rdquo; the advisory stated.<br />
The post Terror attacks: Britain warns nat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/terror-attacks-britain-warns-nationals-against-travelling-to-12-nigerian-states/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Oct 2021 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/terror-attacks-britain-warns-nationals-against-travelling-to-12-nigerian-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: YIAGA queries suspension of sitting in four states, FCT]]></title><description><![CDATA[A civil society group under the auspices of Yiaga Africa has queried the suspension of sitting of the judicial panels of inquiry for no specific reasons by governments of Anambra, Benue, Enugu, Kogi and FCT.<br />
The post #EndSARS: YIAGA queries suspension of sitting in four states, FCT appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-yiaga-queries-suspension-of-sitting-in-four-states-fct/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Oct 2021 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-yiaga-queries-suspension-of-sitting-in-four-states-fct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP chairman: We’re fully prepared for our state congress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chairman, Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ebonyi State, Elder Fred Udeogu, said the party had concluded every necessary arrangement to ensure a hitch-free state Congress scheduled for today, Saturday, October 16, 2021.<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP chairman: We&rsquo;re fully prepared for our state congress appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-chairman-were-fully-prepared-for-our-state-congress/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Oct 2021 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-chairman-were-fully-prepared-for-our-state-congress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEC: Health ministry establishing oxygen plants in 36 states]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Economic Council (NEC) says the Ministry of Health is establishing oxygen plants across the 36 states of the federation.<br />
The post NEC: Health ministry establishing oxygen plants in 36 states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nec-health-ministry-establishing-oxygen-plants-in-36-states/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Oct 2021 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nec-health-ministry-establishing-oxygen-plants-in-36-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Nigerian governors agree to pay compensation, prosecute those indicted]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 28 States that set up these Panels were Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Gombe, Imo, Kaduna, Katsina, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, and Taraba.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Nigerian governors agree to pay compensation, prosecute those indicted appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nigerian-governors-agree-to-pay-compensation-prosecute-those-indicted/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nigerian-governors-agree-to-pay-compensation-prosecute-those-indicted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: YIAGA Africa urges Nigerian government to release panel reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading civil society organisation (CSO), YIAGA Africa, has called on the federal government to immediately ensure the completion of the #EndSARS panel sittings, make the reports public and fully implement the five-point demand by the protesters.<br />
The post #EndSARS: YIAGA Africa urges Nigerian government to release panel reports appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-yiaga-africa-urges-nigerian-government-to-release-panel-reports/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-yiaga-africa-urges-nigerian-government-to-release-panel-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US joins forces with Abia to fight HIV/AIDS]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States (US) Government has launched a programme that would enable Abia State Government to bridge the treatment gap for 38,000 persons living with HIV/AIDs who are currently not captured within the treatment zone.<br />
The post US joins forces with Abia to fight HIV/AIDS appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/us-joins-forces-with-abia-to-fight-hivaids/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/us-joins-forces-with-abia-to-fight-hivaids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Ebonyi government committed to financial autonomy for judiciary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government is committed to the autonomy of the judiciary, Governor David Umahi has said.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Ebonyi government committed to financial autonomy for judiciary appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ebonyi-government-committed-to-financial-autonomy-for-judiciary/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ebonyi-government-committed-to-financial-autonomy-for-judiciary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Fake news has become a punishable offence in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi on Wednesday said fake news had become a punishable offence under the state cybercrime law, currently in force.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Fake news has become a punishable offence in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-fake-news-has-become-a-punishable-offence-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-fake-news-has-become-a-punishable-offence-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Why Ebonyi will never be part of Biafra]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi has vowed that the state would not be part of the Biafra Republic being canvassed for by members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, in the Southeast part of the country.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Why Ebonyi will never be part of Biafra appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-ebonyi-will-never-be-part-of-biafra/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Oct 2021 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-ebonyi-will-never-be-part-of-biafra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra assemblyman: AGF’s threat strong indictment of Nigerian government’s ability to handle security]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anambra State lawmaker representing Orumba North State Constituency, Emeka Aforka, has called on highly-placed government officials in the country to be mindful of their public utterances. Aforka, the Deputy Majority Leader, made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Awka. He made the call on the heels of [&hellip;]<br />
The post Anambra assemblyman: AGF&rsquo;s threat strong indictment of Nigerian government&rsquo;s ability to handle security appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-assemblyman-agfs-threat-strong-indictment-of-nigerian-governments-ability-to-handle-security/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Oct 2021 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-assemblyman-agfs-threat-strong-indictment-of-nigerian-governments-ability-to-handle-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi NSCDC inaugurates rapid response, special female squads]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Ebonyi on Friday inaugurated its rapid response and special female squads.<br />
The post Ebonyi NSCDC inaugurates rapid response, special female squads appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nscdc-inaugurates-rapid-response-special-female-squads/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2021 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nscdc-inaugurates-rapid-response-special-female-squads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: 40% of Nigerians working in informal sector are owed wages]]></title><description><![CDATA[SBM Intelligence, an Africa-focused geopolitical research firm, says 40 per cent of Nigerians working in the informal sector are currently owed wages.<br />
The post Report: 40% of Nigerians working in informal sector are owed wages appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/report-40-of-nigerians-working-in-informal-sector-are-owed-wages/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2021 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/report-40-of-nigerians-working-in-informal-sector-are-owed-wages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-East governors, monarchs condemn IPOB’s sit-at-home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South-East Governors and traditional rulers on Tuesday condemned the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra over the every Monday sit-at-home order that has had crippling effects on socio-economic activities of the zone.<br />
The post South-East governors, monarchs condemn IPOB&rsquo;s sit-at-home appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-monarchs-condemn-ipobs-sit-at-home/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-monarchs-condemn-ipobs-sit-at-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RMAFC begins revenue allocation formula review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barring unforeseen circumstances, the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) will on Monday, October 4, commence the review of the current revenue allocation formula for governments in the country with a two-day public hearing in Lagos.<br />
The post RMAFC begins revenue allocation formula review appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rmafc-begins-revenue-allocation-formula-review/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Oct 2021 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rmafc-begins-revenue-allocation-formula-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate moves to stop delay, exorbitant charges on Cargo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Senate, on Wednesday, commenced proceedings to stop processing delays and exorbitant charges on cargo transport by freight agents in the country.<br />
The post Senate moves to stop delay, exorbitant charges on Cargo appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-moves-to-stop-delay-exorbitant-charges-on-cargo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-moves-to-stop-delay-exorbitant-charges-on-cargo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari asks Senate to confirm appointments of ICPC, RMAFC commissioners]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate has received a request from President Muhammadu Buhari to confirm the appointment of five commissioners to fill vacancies in the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC).<br />
The post President Buhari asks Senate to confirm appointments of ICPC, RMAFC commissioners appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-asks-senate-to-confirm-appointments-of-icpc-rmafc-commissioners/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-asks-senate-to-confirm-appointments-of-icpc-rmafc-commissioners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Ebonyi PDP group faults party’s zoning of governorship ticket to Abakaliki bloc]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi South Youth Congress (ESYC), has faulted the alleged zoning of the 2023 governorship ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the Abakaliki bloc of Ebonyi.<br />
The post 2023: Ebonyi PDP group faults party&rsquo;s zoning of governorship ticket to Abakaliki bloc appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ebonyi-pdp-group-faults-partys-zoning-of-governorship-ticket-to-abakaliki-bloc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ebonyi-pdp-group-faults-partys-zoning-of-governorship-ticket-to-abakaliki-bloc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GDP: Minister explains low revenue contribution of mineral sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Mr Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, has disclosed that several factors were responsible for the low contribution of the mineral sector to the country&rsquo;s economic development.<br />
The post GDP: Minister explains low revenue contribution of mineral sector appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gdp-minister-explains-low-revenue-contribution-of-mineral-sector/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2021 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gdp-minister-explains-low-revenue-contribution-of-mineral-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB: Nnamdi Kanu clocks 54 years in DSS custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[The leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu on Saturday clocked 54 years old in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).<br />
The post IPOB: Nnamdi Kanu clocks 54 years in DSS custody appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-nnamdi-kanu-clocks-54-years-in-dss-custody/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Sep 2021 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-nnamdi-kanu-clocks-54-years-in-dss-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Police arrest 10 for arson, death of pastor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi said it arrested 10 suspects involved in the burning of houses in Hatchery, Nkaliki in Abakaliki Local Government Area of the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Police arrest 10 for arson, death of pastor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-police-arrest-10-for-arson-death-of-pastor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-police-arrest-10-for-arson-death-of-pastor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Katsina governor: Any state that thinks it can survive in isolation is joking]]></title><description><![CDATA[The governor of Katsina State, Aminu Masari, says states campaigning for the sole responsibility of collecting value-added tax (VAT) are &ldquo;joking&rdquo;.The post Katsina governor: Any state that thinks it can survive in isolation is joking appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/katsina-governor-any-state-that-thinks-it-can-survive-in-isolation-is-joking/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/katsina-governor-any-state-that-thinks-it-can-survive-in-isolation-is-joking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Ubah: There’ll be trouble if IPOB insists Anambra election won’t hold]]></title><description><![CDATA[The candidate of the Young Progressives Party in the forthcoming Anambra State Governorship Election, Ifeanyi Ubah, says there will be trouble if the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra insists that the November 6, 2021 election won&rsquo;t hold.<br />
The post Senator Ubah: There&rsquo;ll be trouble if IPOB insists Anambra election won&rsquo;t hold appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-ubah-therell-be-trouble-if-ipob-insists-anambra-election-wont-hold/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-ubah-therell-be-trouble-if-ipob-insists-anambra-election-wont-hold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP leaders vow to reclaim state in 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples&rsquo; Democratic Party (PDP) leaders in Ebonyi have assured members that the party would reclaim power in the state, via the 2023 general elections.<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP leaders vow to reclaim state in 2023 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-leaders-vow-to-reclaim-state-in-2023/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 2021 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-leaders-vow-to-reclaim-state-in-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presidency confirms 15 major projects to be financed with $4 billion loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Presidency yesterday confirmed the 15 major projects spread across the country&rsquo;s six geo-political zones to be financed with the proposed over $4 billion loan to be sourced from multilateral institutions, under the 2018-2021 medium-term (rolling) external borrowing plan.<br />
The post Presidency confirms 15 major projects to be financed with $4 billion loan appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-confirms-15-major-projects-to-be-financed-with-4-billion-loan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 2021 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-confirms-15-major-projects-to-be-financed-with-4-billion-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presidency lists projects, beneficiaries of external borrowing plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The presidency Saturday said a total of 15 projects, spread across the six geo-political zones of the country, are to be financed with more than $4 billion from multilateral institutions, under the 2018-2021 medium-term (rolling) external borrowing plan.<br />
The post Presidency lists projects, beneficiaries of external borrowing plan appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-lists-projects-beneficiaries-of-external-borrowing-plan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2021 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-lists-projects-beneficiaries-of-external-borrowing-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPMAN suspends strike, direct members to resume operation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has directed its members in Enugu State depot to resume supplies of petroleum products.<br />
The post IPMAN suspends strike, direct members to resume operation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-suspends-strike-direct-members-to-resume-operation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2021 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-suspends-strike-direct-members-to-resume-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: PDP governors blast Dave Umahi, says he sabotaged party in 2019 elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have asked the governor of Ebonyi state, David Umahi, to face the misrule in the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his frustrations.<br />
The post 2023: PDP governors blast Dave Umahi, says he sabotaged party in 2019 elections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-governors-blast-dave-umahi-says-he-sabotaged-party-in-2019-elections/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2021 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-governors-blast-dave-umahi-says-he-sabotaged-party-in-2019-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: Kidnappers, criminals have hijacked IPOB agitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi, has said that the secessionist agitation of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra has been hijacked by criminals and kidnappers.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: Kidnappers, criminals have hijacked IPOB agitation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-kidnappers-criminals-have-hijacked-ipob-agitation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2021 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-kidnappers-criminals-have-hijacked-ipob-agitation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi challenges PDP governors on zoning of presidency to the South]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State yesterday mocked governors of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Southern Governors&rsquo; Forum who joined in adopting the resolution for power shift to the South, saying their body language shows the party won&rsquo;t zone the Presidency to the South.<br />
The post Governor Umahi challenges PDP governors on zoning of presidency to the South appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-challenges-pdp-governors-on-zoning-of-presidency-to-the-south/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2021 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-challenges-pdp-governors-on-zoning-of-presidency-to-the-south/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Ebonyi panel recommends payment of N189 million compensation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Justice Alloy Nwankwo, chairman of Judicial Panel of Inquiry on Police Brutality, Extra-judicial Killings and Human Rights Violations in Ebonyi, on Thursday, said the panel had recommended the payment of N189 million to victims of extra-judicial killings.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Ebonyi panel recommends payment of N189 million compensation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ebonyi-panel-recommends-payment-of-n189-million-compensation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ebonyi-panel-recommends-payment-of-n189-million-compensation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Femi Fani-Kayode: I’m wooing Enugu, Oyo, Bauchi governors to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fani-Kayode was presented to President Muhammadu Buhari by Yobe State governor and caretaker chairman of APC, Mai Mala Buni, and Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Thursday.<br />
The post Femi Fani-Kayode: I&rsquo;m wooing Enugu, Oyo, Bauchi governors to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/femi-fani-kayode-im-wooing-enugu-oyo-bauchi-governors-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2021 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/femi-fani-kayode-im-wooing-enugu-oyo-bauchi-governors-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern governors back VAT collection by states]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governors of the southern states of Nigeria have expressed their support for the collection of Value Added Tax (VAT) by state governments.<br />
The post Southern governors back VAT collection by states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-back-vat-collection-by-states/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2021 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-back-vat-collection-by-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern Nigeria governors in closed-door meeting in Enugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[The governors of states in Southern Nigeria are currently in a closed-door meeting at the Government House, Enugu, newsmen report.<br />
The post Southern Nigeria governors in closed-door meeting in Enugu appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-nigeria-governors-in-closed-door-meeting-in-enugu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2021 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-nigeria-governors-in-closed-door-meeting-in-enugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: I have no apologies saying President Buhari has good heart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi says he has no apologies for describing President Muhammadu Buhari as a man with a good heart and father to him.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: I have no apologies saying President Buhari has good heart appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-i-have-no-apologies-saying-president-buhari-has-good-heart/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2021 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-i-have-no-apologies-saying-president-buhari-has-good-heart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Inflation drops by 0.37 per cent for second consecutive month]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says the rate of inflation slowed by 0.37 per cent to 17.01 per cent Year-on-Year (YoY) in August from 17.38 per cent recorded in July.<br />
The post NBS: Inflation drops by 0.37 per cent for second consecutive month appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-inflation-drops-by-037-per-cent-for-second-consecutive-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-inflation-drops-by-037-per-cent-for-second-consecutive-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari: Ebonyi group tackles governor, demand apology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in the Diaspora (AESID), has described as unfortunate and disappointing comments credited to the state governor, David Nweze Umahi, wherein he expressed a wish for God to give Nigeria another President like Muhammadu Buhari as his successor in 2023.<br />
The post President Buhari: Ebonyi group tackles governor, demand apology appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-ebonyi-group-tackles-governor-demand-apology/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-ebonyi-group-tackles-governor-demand-apology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CSOs lament delays in commencement of federal projects in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Civil society and non-governmental organisations in Ebonyi State have decried the delay in commencement of most federal constituency and consolidated projects in the state provided for in the 2021 budget.<br />
The post CSOs lament delays in commencement of federal projects in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/csos-lament-delays-in-commencement-of-federal-projects-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/csos-lament-delays-in-commencement-of-federal-projects-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 365 new coronavirus infections, eight more deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The COVID-19 pandemic has claimed eight persons on Sunday as the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control reported 365 additional new cases in eight states of the federation.<br />
The post Nigeria records 365 new coronavirus infections, eight more deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-365-new-coronavirus-infections-eight-more-deaths/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-365-new-coronavirus-infections-eight-more-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari arrives Owerri, holds meeting with South East stakeholders]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Owerri, Imo, on a one-day official visit where he will inaugurate some developmental projects executed by the state government.<br />
The post President Buhari arrives Owerri, holds meeting with South East stakeholders appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-arrives-owerri-holds-meeting-with-south-east-stakeholders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-arrives-owerri-holds-meeting-with-south-east-stakeholders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Why I was in Abuja to see President Buhari]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has offered reasons for his visit to President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Why I was in Abuja to see President Buhari appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-was-in-abuja-to-see-president-buhari/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-was-in-abuja-to-see-president-buhari/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Ebonyi governor prays Nigeria gets kindhearted president like Buhari]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State has projected into the future of Nigeria, saying he is praying fervently for a kindhearted person like President Muhammadu Buhari to take over from him in 2023.<br />
The post 2023: Ebonyi governor prays Nigeria gets kindhearted president like Buhari appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ebonyi-governor-prays-nigeria-gets-kindhearted-president-like-buhari/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2021 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ebonyi-governor-prays-nigeria-gets-kindhearted-president-like-buhari/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDLEA intercepts drugged candies from UK, nabs 22-year-old importer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 22-year-old National Youth Service Corps member, Arnold Maniru, has been arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Abuja for importing 4kg of drugged candies from the United Kingdom.<br />
The post NDLEA intercepts drugged candies from UK, nabs 22-year-old importer appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ndlea-intercepts-drugged-candies-from-uk-nabs-22-year-old-importer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2021 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ndlea-intercepts-drugged-candies-from-uk-nabs-22-year-old-importer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police recover missing teenager in Delta]]></title><description><![CDATA[The police command in Delta has found a missing teenager, Master Kachukwu Sunday in Asaba.<br />
The post Police recover missing teenager in Delta appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-recover-missing-teenager-in-delta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-recover-missing-teenager-in-delta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Police rescue abandoned nine-month-old girl child]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police said in Abakaliki on Saturday that they have rescued a nine-month-old girl abandoned at Ebonyi Riverside in Ezzillo Community in Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Police rescue abandoned nine-month-old girl child appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-police-rescue-abandoned-nine-month-old-girl-child/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-police-rescue-abandoned-nine-month-old-girl-child/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NGO, USAID donate medical equipment to Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Non-Governmental Organisation, known as Integrated Health Programme, has donated medical equipment, worth millions of naira, to the Ebonyi Government.<br />
The post NGO, USAID donate medical equipment to Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ngo-usaid-donate-medical-equipment-to-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Aug 2021 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ngo-usaid-donate-medical-equipment-to-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 835 new coronavirus cases, 10 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[In one of the very rare situations, Rivers State, South-south Nigeria, on Thursday, displaced the country&rsquo;s coronavirus pandemic epicentre, Lagos State, to rank first on the daily chart of the new infections.<br />
The post Nigeria records 835 new coronavirus cases, 10 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-835-new-coronavirus-cases-10-deaths/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2021 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-835-new-coronavirus-cases-10-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grazing reserves: Federal government lacks power to superintend over lands – Ahmed Raji]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the federal government is still pressing ahead with the review of Grazing Reserves in 25 states of the country, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Ahmed Raji has stated pointedly that it lacks the power to superintend over lands as the Land Use Act has vested such power in the state governors.The post Grazing reserves: Federal government lacks power to superintend over lands &ndash; Ahmed Raji appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/grazing-reserves-federal-government-lacks-power-to-superintend-over-lands-ahmed-raji/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 11:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/grazing-reserves-federal-government-lacks-power-to-superintend-over-lands-ahmed-raji/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government begins survey of mineral deposits in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Mineral Sector support for economic diversification, a World Bank assisted project, says it will conduct its airborne geo-physical survey in Ebonyi state from the early week of September.<br />
The post Nigerian government begins survey of mineral deposits in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-begins-survey-of-mineral-deposits-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Aug 2021 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-begins-survey-of-mineral-deposits-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plateau unrest: Kogi evacuates stranded students]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kogi State Government has successfully evacuated its indigenes studying at the University of Jos and other institutions in the State following the recent attacks and unrest in Plateau.<br />
The post Plateau unrest: Kogi evacuates stranded students appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/plateau-unrest-kogi-evacuates-stranded-students/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Aug 2021 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/plateau-unrest-kogi-evacuates-stranded-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Official: Nigerian government begins airborne geophysical survey in 19 states in September]]></title><description><![CDATA[The General Manager, Nigerian Mining Cadastre Office, Mr Obadiah Nkom made this known when he visited the Acting Governor of Kaduna state, Dr Hadiza Balarabe.<br />
The post Official: Nigerian government begins airborne geophysical survey in 19 states in September appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-nigerian-government-begins-airborne-geophysical-survey-in-19-states-in-september/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-nigerian-government-begins-airborne-geophysical-survey-in-19-states-in-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC chieftains ask court to restrain caretaker committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sixteen chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have asked the Federal High Court, Abuja, to restrain the party&rsquo;s Caretaker Committee in Ebonyi, headed by Mr Aloy Nwibo, from overseeing its affairs.<br />
The post APC chieftains ask court to restrain caretaker committee appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-chieftains-ask-court-to-restrain-caretaker-committee/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2021 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-chieftains-ask-court-to-restrain-caretaker-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government alerts residents of heavy rainfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) has predicted heavy rainfall in some parts of the country from Tuesday to Thursday.The post Nigerian government alerts residents of heavy rainfall appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-alerts-residents-of-heavy-rainfall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2021 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-alerts-residents-of-heavy-rainfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor floats Salt City FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has fulfilled his pledge of floating a football club for the state with the formation of the Salt City Football club of Abakaliki.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor floats Salt City FC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-floats-salt-city-fc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Aug 2021 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-floats-salt-city-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivers governor asks PDP to sue Cross River, Ebonyi governors for defecting to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers State Governor Nyesome Wike has called on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to take legal action against governors of Ebonyi, Dave Umahi, and Cross River, Ben Ayade, for defecting to the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC).<br />
The post Rivers governor asks PDP to sue Cross River, Ebonyi governors for defecting to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rivers-governor-asks-pdp-to-sue-cross-river-ebonyi-governors-for-defecting-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rivers-governor-asks-pdp-to-sue-cross-river-ebonyi-governors-for-defecting-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: NDE trains 50 unemployed graduates on business establishment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has begun a five-day training of 50 unemployed graduates in Ebonyi on how to start small scal businesses of their own.<br />
The post Ebonyi: NDE trains 50 unemployed graduates on business establishment appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nde-trains-50-unemployed-graduates-on-business-establishment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2021 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nde-trains-50-unemployed-graduates-on-business-establishment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sit-at-home: Ebonyi records partial compliance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sit-at-home order declared by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to protest continued detention of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, Monday recorded partial compliance in Ebonyi state.<br />
The post Sit-at-home: Ebonyi records partial compliance appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sit-at-home-ebonyi-records-partial-compliance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sit-at-home-ebonyi-records-partial-compliance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 444 new coronavirus infections, 11 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) confirmed 444 COVID-19 cases across 12 states and the federal capital territory (FCT) on Monday.<br />
The post Nigeria records 444 new coronavirus infections, 11 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-444-new-coronavirus-infections-11-deaths/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2021 08:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-444-new-coronavirus-infections-11-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Security agent accidentally shoots Ebubeagu personnel at APC congress]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi says it has commenced investigations into the shooting of an Ebubeagu Security Network personnel on Saturday.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Security agent accidentally shoots Ebubeagu personnel at APC congress appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-security-agent-accidentally-shoots-ebubeagu-personnel-at-apc-congress/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-security-agent-accidentally-shoots-ebubeagu-personnel-at-apc-congress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: APC caretaker committee is constitutional]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Umahi, governor of Ebonyi state, says the caretaker committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is constitutional.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: APC caretaker committee is constitutional appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-apc-caretaker-committee-is-constitutional/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-apc-caretaker-committee-is-constitutional/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Congress: Ebonyi APC adopts Option A4 voting system]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi adopted Option A4 voting system in the conduct of the party Ward Congress in the 171 electoral wards in the state.<br />
The post Congress: Ebonyi APC adopts Option A4 voting system appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/congress-ebonyi-apc-adopts-option-a4-voting-system/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2021 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/congress-ebonyi-apc-adopts-option-a4-voting-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 590 new coronavirus cases, eight deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Friday recorded 590 COVID-19 infections. Here are five updates about the pandemic this Saturday.The post Nigeria records 590 new coronavirus cases, eight deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-590-new-coronavirus-cases-eight-deaths/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jul 2021 09:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-590-new-coronavirus-cases-eight-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC group commends President Buhari’s achievements in power sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[A voluntary think-tank group of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Legacy Awareness and Campaign, has claimed that President Muhammadu Buhari has shown political will to roll out policies, incentives and finance to improve the generation, transmission and distribution of reliable electricity to all, including the poorest and most vulnerable Nigerians.<br />
The post APC group commends President Buhari&rsquo;s achievements in power sector appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-group-commends-president-buharis-achievements-in-power-sector/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-group-commends-president-buharis-achievements-in-power-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC begins physical registration in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ebonyi on Monday commenced the second phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) ahead of the 2023 general election.<br />
The post INEC begins physical registration in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-begins-physical-registration-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2021 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-begins-physical-registration-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP releases congress schedule for Kogi, eight other states]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved the schedule for the activities of the 2021 congresses of the party in nine states.<br />
The post PDP releases congress schedule for Kogi, eight other states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-releases-congress-schedule-for-kogi-eight-other-states/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2021 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-releases-congress-schedule-for-kogi-eight-other-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: There won’t be bickering over choice of my successor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi, on Sunday, said there will not be any bickering over the choice of his successor in 2023.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: There won&rsquo;t be bickering over choice of my successor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-there-wont-be-bickering-over-choice-of-my-successor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2021 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-there-wont-be-bickering-over-choice-of-my-successor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presidency partners UNICEF on scheme to help Nigerians of 10-24 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and the United Nations International Children&rsquo;s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) will inaugurate an intervention effort for young Nigerians.<br />
The post Presidency partners UNICEF on scheme to help Nigerians of 10-24 years appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-partners-unicef-on-scheme-to-help-nigerians-of-10-24-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-partners-unicef-on-scheme-to-help-nigerians-of-10-24-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC congresses: There won’t be imposition of candidates – Ebonyi governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State has said that only the best and popular candidates would emerge in the forthcoming All Progressives Congress (APC) congresses in the state.<br />
The post APC congresses: There won&rsquo;t be imposition of candidates &ndash; Ebonyi governor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-congresses-there-wont-be-imposition-of-candidates-ebonyi-governor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2021 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-congresses-there-wont-be-imposition-of-candidates-ebonyi-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi court remands three for ‘stealing’ goats]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Abakaliki Magistrates&rsquo; Court Monday ordered the remand of three persons at the Correctional Centre for allegedly stealing goats.<br />
The post Ebonyi court remands three for &lsquo;stealing&rsquo; goats appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-court-remands-three-for-stealing-goats/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2021 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-court-remands-three-for-stealing-goats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Church leaders begin campaign on violence against women, girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Church leaders under the leadership of Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN) in collaboration with UNICEF has commenced campaign in six states of Nigeria for an end to violence against women and girls.<br />
The post Church leaders begin campaign on violence against women, girls appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/church-leaders-begin-campaign-on-violence-against-women-girls/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/church-leaders-begin-campaign-on-violence-against-women-girls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police unaware of killing, eating of five farmers in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi on Wednesday said it was not aware of the killing and eating of five bodies of cassava harvesters in the state.<br />
The post Police unaware of killing, eating of five farmers in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-unaware-of-killing-eating-of-five-farmers-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-unaware-of-killing-eating-of-five-farmers-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP governors’ reasons for defection baseless, untenable – BoT member]]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the Board of Trustee (BOT) for the People&rsquo;s Democratic Party (PDP), Prof Sam Oyovbaire, has described the reasons put forward for defection to All Progressives Congress (APC), by the three (3) PDP governors as baseless, illogical and untenable to the doctrines of democratic principles, norms and values.<br />
The post PDP governors&rsquo; reasons for defection baseless, untenable &ndash; BoT member appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governors-reasons-for-defection-baseless-untenable-bot-member/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governors-reasons-for-defection-baseless-untenable-bot-member/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police commission promotes 24 CPs, 35 DCPs, 52 ACPs, 50 CSPs — full list]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 24 Commissioners of Police to the next rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police.<br />
The post Police commission promotes 24 CPs, 35 DCPs, 52 ACPs, 50 CSPs &mdash; full list appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-commission-promotes-24-cps-35-dcps-52-acps-50-csps-full-list/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-commission-promotes-24-cps-35-dcps-52-acps-50-csps-full-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School feeding programme: Nigerian government to enroll 67,307 pupils in Ebonyi – NOA]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Orientation Agency (NOA) says Federal Government will enrol 67,307 primary school pupils into the National Homegrown School Feeding Programme in Ebonyi.<br />
The post School feeding programme: Nigerian government to enroll 67,307 pupils in Ebonyi &ndash; NOA appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/school-feeding-programme-nigerian-government-to-enroll-67307-pupils-in-ebonyi-noa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/school-feeding-programme-nigerian-government-to-enroll-67307-pupils-in-ebonyi-noa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House urges federal government to protect INEC offices, facilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to provide adequate security in all offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission across the country.<br />
The post House urges federal government to protect INEC offices, facilities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-urges-federal-government-to-protect-inec-offices-facilities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-urges-federal-government-to-protect-inec-offices-facilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Ohanaeze insist on slot as Southern governors demand South presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has urged the Southern Governors Forum to zone the 2023 presidency to the South-East in the interest of fair play and justice.<br />
The post 2023: Ohanaeze insist on slot as Southern governors demand South presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ohanaeze-insist-on-slot-as-southern-governors-demand-south-presidency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-ohanaeze-insist-on-slot-as-southern-governors-demand-south-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Southern governors back rotational presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Southern Governors&rsquo; Forum is insisting on rotational presidency, saying Nigeria&rsquo;s president in 2023 must come from the south.<br />
The post 2023: Southern governors back rotational presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-southern-governors-back-rotational-presidency/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2021 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-southern-governors-back-rotational-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern governors reject ban on electronic transmission of votes]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;In order to consolidate our democracy and strengthen the Electoral process, the Southern Governors&rsquo; Forum reject the removal of the Electronic transmission of the election result from the electoral act; and also rejects the confirmation of exclusive jurisdiction in pre-election matters on the Federal High Court,&rdquo; the communique added.<br />
The post Southern governors reject ban on electronic transmission of votes appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-reject-ban-on-electronic-transmission-of-votes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2021 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-reject-ban-on-electronic-transmission-of-votes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern governors name Lagos as forum’s permanent secretariat]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Southern Governors&rsquo; Forum has named Lagos State as its permanent secretariat after successfully holding a meeting in the state on Monday, July 5, 2021.<br />
The post Southern governors name Lagos as forum&rsquo;s permanent secretariat appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-name-lagos-as-forums-permanent-secretariat/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2021 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-name-lagos-as-forums-permanent-secretariat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern governors set deadline for implementation of anti-open grazing law]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southern Governors set September 21, 2021, as the deadline for the promulgation of anti-open grazing law among its member states.<br />
The post Southern governors set deadline for implementation of anti-open grazing law appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-set-deadline-for-implementation-of-anti-open-grazing-law/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2021 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-set-deadline-for-implementation-of-anti-open-grazing-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor appoints new chief of staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Dave Umahi of Ebonyi, on Monday, approved the appointment of Chief Samuel Okoronkwo as his new Chief of Staff (CoS), Government House.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor appoints new chief of staff appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-appoints-new-chief-of-staff/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-appoints-new-chief-of-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos governor receives 16 Southern governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has started receiving 16 of his colleagues from Southern Nigeria.<br />
The post Lagos governor receives 16 Southern governors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-governor-receives-16-southern-governors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2021 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-governor-receives-16-southern-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Tinubu: Why PDP governors are moving to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former governor of Lagos State, Bola Tinubu, has described his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) as one founded on democratic ideals, adding that it was the basis for the recent wave of defection from opposition party governors.<br />
The post Senator Tinubu: Why PDP governors are moving to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-tinubu-why-pdp-governors-are-moving-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-tinubu-why-pdp-governors-are-moving-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Asiwaju Tinubu welcomes Governor Matawalle to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has welcomed Zamfara Governor, Bello Matawalle, to the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Asiwaju Tinubu welcomes Governor Matawalle to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asiwaju-tinubu-welcomes-governor-matawalle-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2021 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asiwaju-tinubu-welcomes-governor-matawalle-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP governors: APC turning Nigeria to one-party state]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)-led federal government of plotting to foist a one-party state dictatorship on Nigeria through deploying unlawful threats, intimidation and outright underhand tactics to capture PDP governors.<br />
The post PDP governors: APC turning Nigeria to one-party state appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governors-apc-turning-nigeria-to-one-party-state/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governors-apc-turning-nigeria-to-one-party-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor sacks education supervisors, secretaries for ‘fraud’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has sacked all Education Secretaries and Zonal Education Supervisors as part of efforts to improve the state&rsquo;s educational system.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor sacks education supervisors, secretaries for &lsquo;fraud&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-sacks-education-supervisors-secretaries-for-fraud/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-sacks-education-supervisors-secretaries-for-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor suspends five permanent secretaries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi on Wednesday suspended five permanent secretaries in the state civil service for six months over alleged lack of commitment to duties.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor suspends five permanent secretaries appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-five-permanent-secretaries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-five-permanent-secretaries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Official: EEDC installs 60,000 meters free for customers in NMMP programme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) says it has installed meters for 60,000 customers in ongoing phase zero of the National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP).<br />
The post Official: EEDC installs 60,000 meters free for customers in NMMP programme appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-eedc-installs-60000-meters-free-for-customers-in-nmmp-programme/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-eedc-installs-60000-meters-free-for-customers-in-nmmp-programme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zamfara PDP senator defects to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The senator representing Zamfara Central Senatorial District, Hassan Gusau, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Zamfara PDP senator defects to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-pdp-senator-defects-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2021 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-pdp-senator-defects-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VP: Nigerian government encouraged by innovation, resilience of young citizens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says the federal government is encouraged by the innovation and resilience of young Nigerians.<br />
The post VP: Nigerian government encouraged by innovation, resilience of young citizens appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-nigerian-government-encouraged-by-innovation-resilience-of-young-citizens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-nigerian-government-encouraged-by-innovation-resilience-of-young-citizens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[18 APC governors to welcome Zamfara governor into party]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eighteen APC governors, led by Yobe Governor Mai Mala Buni, are expected in Gusau tomorrow to formally receive Governor Bello Matawalle into their fold.<br />
The post 18 APC governors to welcome Zamfara governor into party appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/18-apc-governors-to-welcome-zamfara-governor-into-party/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2021 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/18-apc-governors-to-welcome-zamfara-governor-into-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government targets sectors for LPG penetration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr Dayo Adeshina, Programme Manager, National Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) Expansion Plan in the office of the Vice president says that government has targeted three strategic ways to create awareness on the need for every home to use LPG in cooking.<br />
The post Nigerian government targets sectors for LPG penetration appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-targets-sectors-for-lpg-penetration/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2021 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-targets-sectors-for-lpg-penetration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi leads in national drug abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi state is ranked highest in substance abuse among Nigerian states, Eze Ude, Coordinator International Society for Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Professionals (ISSUP), said.<br />
The post Ebonyi leads in national drug abuse appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-leads-in-national-drug-abuse/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jun 2021 09:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-leads-in-national-drug-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: Deceased commissioners were my destiny helpers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fidelis Nweze, Ebonyi Commissioner for Infrastructural Development died at the Turkish Hospital in Abuja on Tuesday following an auto crash, barely a week after Mrs Uche Okah, Commissioner of Housing passed on.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: Deceased commissioners were my destiny helpers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-deceased-commissioners-were-my-destiny-helpers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-deceased-commissioners-were-my-destiny-helpers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi attacks: Police parades teenager, 60 others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi on Monday, paraded 60 suspects including a teenager over alleged attacks on its personnel and public facilities, among other offences.<br />
The post Ebonyi attacks: Police parades teenager, 60 others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-attacks-police-parades-teenager-60-others/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2021 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-attacks-police-parades-teenager-60-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC governors endorse NGF committee on judiciary, state legislature autonomy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress (APC) governors on the platform of Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) have unanimously endorsed the Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal-led NGF Committee on the autonomy for Judiciary and State Legislature.<br />
The post APC governors endorse NGF committee on judiciary, state legislature autonomy appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-governors-endorse-ngf-committee-on-judiciary-state-legislature-autonomy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2021 22:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-governors-endorse-ngf-committee-on-judiciary-state-legislature-autonomy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government to begin rehabilitation on part of Enugu-Onitsha expressway]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Controller of Works in Enugu State, Olufemi Oyekanmi, said the ministry will soon begin the rehabilitation of the dilapidated Ugwu-Onyeama portion of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway.<br />
The post Nigerian government to begin rehabilitation on part of Enugu-Onitsha expressway appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-begin-rehabilitation-on-part-of-enugu-onitsha-expressway/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2021 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-begin-rehabilitation-on-part-of-enugu-onitsha-expressway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 39 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has said that Nigeria&rsquo;s COVID-19 active cases stand at 1,490, with majority in stable condition, as it registered additional 39 cases on Thursday, June 17.<br />
The post Nigeria records 39 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-39-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2021 11:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-39-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aliko Dangote empowers 20,000 Bauchi women]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has disbursed a whooping N4.3billion as part of its unconditional Micro Grant Programme for empowering women in the rural areas across the country.<br />
The post Aliko Dangote empowers 20,000 Bauchi women appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/aliko-dangote-empowers-20000-bauchi-women/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/aliko-dangote-empowers-20000-bauchi-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CDHR calls for release of abducted Ebonyi children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) has urged the police and sister agencies to secure the unconditional release of the seven Ebonyi children abducted by suspected hoodlums at Enyigba community.<br />
The post CDHR calls for release of abducted Ebonyi children appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cdhr-calls-for-release-of-abducted-ebonyi-children/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2021 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cdhr-calls-for-release-of-abducted-ebonyi-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imo, Enugu governors visit South-East APC secretariat]]></title><description><![CDATA[The duo, who are of the All Progressives Congress (APC) had earlier attended a meeting with their other South-East counterparts before deciding to visit the zonal secretariat to assess its readiness for commissioning.<br />
The post Imo, Enugu governors visit South-East APC secretariat appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-enugu-governors-visit-south-east-apc-secretariat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Jun 2021 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-enugu-governors-visit-south-east-apc-secretariat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Internet subscribers drop 6% in Q1 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of active internet subscribers reduced by 6.06 percent in the first quarter of 2021 (Q1 2021).<br />
The post NBS: Internet subscribers drop 6% in Q1 2021 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-internet-subscribers-drop-6-in-q1-2021/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2021 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-internet-subscribers-drop-6-in-q1-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAN, lawmaker condemn abduction of Ebonyi children]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Ebonyi State has condemned the abduction of children in Enyigba community in Abakaliki local government area over a land dispute.<br />
The post CAN, lawmaker condemn abduction of Ebonyi children appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/can-lawmaker-condemn-abduction-of-ebonyi-children/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2021 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/can-lawmaker-condemn-abduction-of-ebonyi-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Why Zamfara governor may not defect to APC for now]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the 2023 political permutations in focus, Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State might have concluded plans to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC), but there are far more serious grounds why his defection might be impossible for now.<br />
The post 2023: Why Zamfara governor may not defect to APC for now appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-why-zamfara-governor-may-not-defect-to-apc-for-now/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2021 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-why-zamfara-governor-may-not-defect-to-apc-for-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSCDC arrests two with fake currencies in Kwara]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operatives of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested two men, Nicholas Kelechi and Benjamin Moore, allegedly in possession of fake currencies in Yagba Market in Kwara.<br />
The post NSCDC arrests two with fake currencies in Kwara appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-arrests-two-with-fake-currencies-in-kwara/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Jun 2021 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-arrests-two-with-fake-currencies-in-kwara/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: North prepared to support southern candidate – group]]></title><description><![CDATA[A coalition of northern groups under the aegis of the Arewa Mandate Initiative, has declared that a majority of northerners were committed to the idea of rotating the Presidency between the North and South.<br />
The post 2023: North prepared to support southern candidate &ndash; group appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-north-prepared-to-support-southern-candidate-group/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-north-prepared-to-support-southern-candidate-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Ebonyi government to immortalise late commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi Wednesday paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Commissioner for Housing, Mrs Uchechi Okah, at the deceased&rsquo;s Abakiliki residence.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Ebonyi government to immortalise late commissioner appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ebonyi-government-to-immortalise-late-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ebonyi-government-to-immortalise-late-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP: We’ll defend our members against ‘threats from any quarters’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi has enjoined persons who wish to join the party to do so without fears of molestation as it was prepared to defend them against &ldquo;threats from any quarters.&rdquo;<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP: We&rsquo;ll defend our members against &lsquo;threats from any quarters&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-well-defend-our-members-against-threats-from-any-quarters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-well-defend-our-members-against-threats-from-any-quarters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen attacks: Ebonyi governor threatens to deploy Ebubeagu to Benue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi has urged the Benue government to form a replica of the Ebubeagu security outfit to protect a village inhabited mainly by Izzi natives from Ebonyi in the state.<br />
The post Gunmen attacks: Ebonyi governor threatens to deploy Ebubeagu to Benue appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attacks-ebonyi-governor-threatens-to-deploy-ebubeagu-to-benue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attacks-ebonyi-governor-threatens-to-deploy-ebubeagu-to-benue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-east governors task security agencies to unravel the murder of Ahmed Gulak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of the decisions arrived at the meeting were made public in communique signed by Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State who doubles as Chairman of South-east Governors Forum includes a commendation to the, &ldquo;Governors from the North for their understanding in the face of this unfortunate murder of their son,&rdquo; while also commiserating with the immediate family of Gulak, the government and people of Adamawa State.<br />
The post South-east governors task security agencies to unravel the mu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-task-security-agencies-to-unravel-the-murder-of-ahmed-gulak/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 08:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-task-security-agencies-to-unravel-the-murder-of-ahmed-gulak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB sit-at-home: South-east grounded as residents comply with order]]></title><description><![CDATA[The annual sit-at-home order, according to IPOB, is to honour fallen heroes of the Biafra in the 30-month civil war with Nigeria and those killed by security forces in the ongoing crackdown on separatist agitators.<br />
The post IPOB sit-at-home: South-east grounded as residents comply with order appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-sit-at-home-south-east-grounded-as-residents-comply-with-order/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-sit-at-home-south-east-grounded-as-residents-comply-with-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The death of Ahmed Gulak]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cold-blooded murder of Hon. Ahmed Gulak, former Speaker of the Adamawa House of Assembly, former Special Adviser on Political Affairs to President Goodluck Jonathan, former national co-ordinator of the Goodluck Support Group (GSG) and former Governorship aspirant under the platform of the People&rsquo;s Democratic Party (PDP) is yet another tragic indication of the crisis of insecurity that Nigeria faces.<br />
The post The death of Ahmed Gulak appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/the-death-of-ahmed-gulak/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/the-death-of-ahmed-gulak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB sit-at-home: Hoodlums set motorcycles, vehicles ablaze in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[There seems to be palpable fear in different parts of the State, following the declaration of sit at home order by the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB in the state.<br />
The post IPOB sit-at-home: Hoodlums set motorcycles, vehicles ablaze in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-sit-at-home-hoodlums-set-motorcycles-vehicles-ablaze-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2021 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-sit-at-home-hoodlums-set-motorcycles-vehicles-ablaze-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP: APC responsible for bloodletting in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of being responsible for the escalated tension, indignation, violence, mass killing, kidnapping, terrorism and banditry ravaging various parts of the country.<br />
The post PDP: APC responsible for bloodletting in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-apc-responsible-for-bloodletting-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2021 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-apc-responsible-for-bloodletting-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-East National Assembly caucus decry attacks, killings in Igbo land]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South-East Caucus of the National Assembly said it was surprised with the recent spike in violence in the South-East region, noting that it is now worried over the latest developments, which have thrown Igbo land into violence and confusion.<br />
The post South-East National Assembly caucus decry attacks, killings in Igbo land appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-national-assembly-caucus-decry-attacks-killings-in-igbo-land/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2021 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-national-assembly-caucus-decry-attacks-killings-in-igbo-land/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBC chief: We are intervening in 86 interstate boundary disputes now]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Boundary Commission (NBC) says it is currently intervening in 86 interstate boundary disputes with the determination to create a peaceful atmosphere within the boundary corridors.<br />
The post NBC chief: We are intervening in 86 interstate boundary disputes now appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbc-chief-we-are-intervening-in-86-interstate-boundary-disputes-now/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2021 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbc-chief-we-are-intervening-in-86-interstate-boundary-disputes-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC, PDP on collision course in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[It appears that the All Progressives Congress and the People&rsquo;s Democratic Party are both on a collision course in Ebonyi State over the alleged abduction of a lawyer and former Coordinator of the Amuagata Development Centre in Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state, Amos Ogbonnaya.<br />
The post APC, PDP on collision course in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-pdp-on-collision-course-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2021 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-pdp-on-collision-course-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor urges residents to ignore IPOB’s sit-at-home order]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State governor, David Umahi has urged the people of the state to ignore the sit-at-home order by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and go about their normal activities.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor urges residents to ignore IPOB&rsquo;s sit-at-home order appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-urges-residents-to-ignore-ipobs-sit-at-home-order/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2021 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-urges-residents-to-ignore-ipobs-sit-at-home-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Panic in Ebonyi over IPOB sit-at-home order]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents of Abakaliki, Ebonyi capital have been thrown into fear over the sit-at-home order by the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra known as IPOB.<br />
The post Panic in Ebonyi over IPOB sit-at-home order appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/panic-in-ebonyi-over-ipob-sit-at-home-order/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2021 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/panic-in-ebonyi-over-ipob-sit-at-home-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 63 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Friday recorded 63 new coronavirus infections in seven states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).<br />
The post Nigeria records 63 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-63-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2021 08:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-63-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Official: PDP statement on Ebonyi most disappointing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government, Friday described the statement issued by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan as &ldquo;most disgraceful and disappointing&rdquo;.<br />
The post Official: PDP statement on Ebonyi most disappointing appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-pdp-statement-on-ebonyi-most-disappointing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2021 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-pdp-statement-on-ebonyi-most-disappointing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor charges security agents to defend themselves from attackers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has charged security agencies in the state to defend themselves against armed aggressors who attack them and destroy their facilities.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor charges security agents to defend themselves from attackers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-charges-security-agents-to-defend-themselves-from-attackers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2021 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-charges-security-agents-to-defend-themselves-from-attackers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHRC urges 15 states yet to adopt child rights act to do so]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on the 15 states that had yet to adopt the Child Rights Act to do so.<br />
The post NHRC urges 15 states yet to adopt child rights act to do so appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-urges-15-states-yet-to-adopt-child-rights-act-to-do-so/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2021 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-urges-15-states-yet-to-adopt-child-rights-act-to-do-so/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi football fans hail Samuel Chukwueze over Europa League glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football fans in Ebonyi on Thursday in Abakaliki hailed Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze over his club&rsquo;s historic 2020/2021 Europa League triumph on Wednesday night.<br />
The post Ebonyi football fans hail Samuel Chukwueze over Europa League glory appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-football-fans-hail-samuel-chukwueze-over-europa-league-glory/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-football-fans-hail-samuel-chukwueze-over-europa-league-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi involves youths, women in governance to curb restiveness]]></title><description><![CDATA[This was disclosed by Ebonyi State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Uche Orji, who acknowledged that marginalisation and inability to involve the critical mass in the governance process by past administrations were responsible for the widespread anger in the polity.<br />
The post Ebonyi involves youths, women in governance to curb restiveness appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-involves-youths-women-in-governance-to-curb-restiveness/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-involves-youths-women-in-governance-to-curb-restiveness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CLO condemns attacks on INEC offices in South-East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has condemned attacks on the offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) security facilities and personnel in South-East states.<br />
The post CLO condemns attacks on INEC offices in South-East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/clo-condemns-attacks-on-inec-offices-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2021 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/clo-condemns-attacks-on-inec-offices-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Teargas on policeman on duty exploded, not bomb – PPRO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi said there was no incident of suicide bombing in the state as being circulated in social media.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Teargas on policeman on duty exploded, not bomb &ndash; PPRO appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-teargas-on-policeman-on-duty-exploded-not-bomb-ppro/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-teargas-on-policeman-on-duty-exploded-not-bomb-ppro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police: Officer ‘accidentally’ shot by colleague in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The police in Ebonyi State have confirmed the accidental shooting of an officer by his colleague in front of the old Ebonyi Government House, Abakaliki.<br />
The post Police: Officer &lsquo;accidentally&rsquo; shot by colleague in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-officer-accidentally-shot-by-colleague-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-officer-accidentally-shot-by-colleague-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebubeagu arrests 37 over ‘plan to attack police, INEC facilities’]]></title><description><![CDATA[An official of the Ebonyi State Government said the state branch of the South-east security outfit known as Ebubeagu has arrested 37 suspected criminals for allegedly planning to attack police stations and some offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state.<br />
The post Ebubeagu arrests 37 over &lsquo;plan to attack police, INEC facilities&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebubeagu-arrests-37-over-plan-to-attack-police-inec-facilities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebubeagu-arrests-37-over-plan-to-attack-police-inec-facilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest two ‘armed robbers’, recover stolen firearms in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The police in Ebonyi have arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered firearms and ammunition in Isu in Onicha Local Government Area of the state.<br />
The post Police arrest two &lsquo;armed robbers&rsquo;, recover stolen firearms in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-two-armed-robbers-recover-stolen-firearms-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2021 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-two-armed-robbers-recover-stolen-firearms-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School resumption: Ebonyi assures parents of safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government has assured parents of safety environment for teaching and learning, as primary and secondary schools resume on May 24.<br />
The post School resumption: Ebonyi assures parents of safety appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/school-resumption-ebonyi-assures-parents-of-safety/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/school-resumption-ebonyi-assures-parents-of-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APGA is a national not an Anambra party – national chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Edoziem Njoku, has said that the party is not an Anambra party as been erroneously believed in some quarters but a national party with structures in the 36 states and Abuja the federal capital.<br />
The post APGA is a national not an Anambra party &ndash; national chairman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apga-is-a-national-not-an-anambra-party-national-chairman/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apga-is-a-national-not-an-anambra-party-national-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Primate Ayodele foresees another plane crash, talks on new terrorist group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned against another plane crash in Nigeria as God showed him.<br />
The post Primate Ayodele foresees another plane crash, talks on new terrorist group appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/primate-ayodele-foresees-another-plane-crash-talks-on-new-terrorist-group/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/primate-ayodele-foresees-another-plane-crash-talks-on-new-terrorist-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police repel attack on division, kill 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi State, on Sunday, repelled an attack on its division, killed one of the attackers and recovered an AK47 rifle.<br />
The post Police repel attack on division, kill 1 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-repel-attack-on-division-kill-1/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-repel-attack-on-division-kill-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen attack another police station, kill officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The gunmen were, however, repelled by the police officers who suceeded in killing one of the attackers, the Ebonyi police spokesperson, Loveth Odah, said in a Sunday morning statement.<br />
The post Gunmen attack another police station, kill officer appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-another-police-station-kill-officer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-another-police-station-kill-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Ayade’s theory of political nomadism]]></title><description><![CDATA[To a lay person, the term &lsquo;theory&rsquo; sounds technical but in reality it simply refers to the idea of giving a title or name to an observable phenomenon for the purpose of explaining the relationships between concepts. More pointedly, theory allows people to explain what they see and to figure out how to bring about change. One inexplicable trend in Nigeria has been the frequent decamping of politicians from one political party to another.<br />
The post Governor Ayade&rsquo;s theory of polit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-ayades-theory-of-political-nomadism/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 10:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-ayades-theory-of-political-nomadism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: Army chief’s death should be investigated immediately]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has described the death of Chief Of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Ibrahim Attahiru as a &ldquo;national disaster&rdquo; and a &ldquo;colossal loss&rdquo; that should be investigated immediately.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: Army chief&rsquo;s death should be investigated immediately appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-army-chiefs-death-should-be-investigated-immediately/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 May 2021 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-army-chiefs-death-should-be-investigated-immediately/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imo traditional rulers partner UNICEF, NOA to eradicate female genital mutilation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Royal fathers in Isu Local Government Area of Imo State have resolved to partner with the United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) and the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to eradicate Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in their area.<br />
The post Imo traditional rulers partner UNICEF, NOA to eradicate female genital mutilation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-traditional-rulers-partner-unicef-noa-to-eradicate-female-genital-mutilation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-traditional-rulers-partner-unicef-noa-to-eradicate-female-genital-mutilation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-East governors: We’re committed to one united Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[South East Governors have pledged their commitment to an indivisible and united Nigeria.<br />
The post South-East governors: We&rsquo;re committed to one united Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-were-committed-to-one-united-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-were-committed-to-one-united-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor threatens to arrest Senators Anyim, Egwu, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has threatened to bring the full weight of the law to bear on some prominent citizens of the state for inciting violence.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor threatens to arrest Senators Anyim, Egwu, others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-threatens-to-arrest-senators-anyim-egwu-others/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-threatens-to-arrest-senators-anyim-egwu-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 49 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has registered 49 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), bringing the total number of infections in the country to 165,901.<br />
The post Nigeria records 49 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-49-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-49-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate president: No predetermined position on constitution review]]></title><description><![CDATA[The President of the Senate, Dr. Ahmad Lawan, yesterday assured Nigerians that the National Assembly will not preclude any section of the 1999 Constitution as altered from being considered for amendment in the review process scheduled to take off next week in the six geopolitical zones.<br />
The post Senate president: No predetermined position on constitution review appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-president-no-predetermined-position-on-constitution-review/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-president-no-predetermined-position-on-constitution-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice millers protest ‘multiple taxation’ in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rice millers in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, have protested against what they claimed to be multiple taxation in the state&rsquo;s mill market.<br />
The post Rice millers protest &lsquo;multiple taxation&rsquo; in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rice-millers-protest-multiple-taxation-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rice-millers-protest-multiple-taxation-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: South-East wants to be treated like other regions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of South-East Governors Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, stated that the South East region would like to be treated nicely like another geopolitical zone of the country.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: South-East wants to be treated like other regions appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-south-east-wants-to-be-treated-like-other-regions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-south-east-wants-to-be-treated-like-other-regions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chairman: Attacks on INEC facilities may affect future elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said the burning and destruction of its facilities in some states may affect electoral activities in the country.<br />
The post Chairman: Attacks on INEC facilities may affect future elections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/chairman-attacks-on-inec-facilities-may-affect-future-elections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/chairman-attacks-on-inec-facilities-may-affect-future-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate president: Nigerians free to seek amendment on any section of constitution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerians are free to canvass for the amendment of any section of the 1999 constitution as the constitution review gets underway in the six geo-political zones next week, the President of the Senate, Dr Ahmad Lawan, has said.<br />
The post Senate president: Nigerians free to seek amendment on any section of constitution appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-president-nigerians-free-to-seek-amendment-on-any-section-of-constitution/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-president-nigerians-free-to-seek-amendment-on-any-section-of-constitution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate to begin public hearing on constitution review May 26]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate says it plans to hold public hearing across the country on review of 1999 Constitution from May 26 to May 27.<br />
The post Senate to begin public hearing on constitution review May 26 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-to-begin-public-hearing-on-constitution-review-may-26/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-to-begin-public-hearing-on-constitution-review-may-26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Constitution review: National Assembly holds no predetermined position on any issue – Senator Lawan]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has said that the National Assembly holds no predetermined position on any issue of interest to Nigerians ahead of moves to amend the 1999 Constitution.<br />
The post Constitution review: National Assembly holds no predetermined position on any issue &ndash; Senator Lawan appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/constitution-review-national-assembly-holds-no-predetermined-position-on-any-issue-senator-lawan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/constitution-review-national-assembly-holds-no-predetermined-position-on-any-issue-senator-lawan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cleric: Islam is a religion, Igbo an ethnic group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheikh Haroun Ajah, Vice President General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), has said Islam is a religion and Igbo/Hausa are ethnic groups.<br />
The post Cleric: Islam is a religion, Igbo an ethnic group appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cleric-islam-is-a-religion-igbo-an-ethnic-group/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cleric-islam-is-a-religion-igbo-an-ethnic-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSIA: Presidential initiative yields 30 million bags of fertilizers in four years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has produced 30 million bags of 50 kg fertilizers under the Presidential Fertilizer Initiative since 2017, the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has said.<br />
The post NSIA: Presidential initiative yields 30 million bags of fertilizers in four years appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nsia-presidential-initiative-yields-30-million-bags-of-fertilizers-in-four-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nsia-presidential-initiative-yields-30-million-bags-of-fertilizers-in-four-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC offices set ablaze in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some unknown persons in the early hours of Wednesday attacked and set ablaze two offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ebonyi State, Nigeria&rsquo;s South-east.<br />
The post INEC offices set ablaze in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-offices-set-ablaze-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-offices-set-ablaze-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Fayemi: Ekiti to create 12,000 to 50,000 jobs through CBN-ABP rice farming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi has said the State government would utilize the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)&rsquo;s Rice Anchor Borrowers Programme (ABP) to increase its annual rice production from 34,700 to 1.5 million metric tonnes.<br />
The post Governor Fayemi: Ekiti to create 12,000 to 50,000 jobs through CBN-ABP rice farming appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-fayemi-ekiti-to-create-12000-to-50000-jobs-through-cbn-abp-rice-farming/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-fayemi-ekiti-to-create-12000-to-50000-jobs-through-cbn-abp-rice-farming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC: We’re still on roads despite insecurity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ebonyi State said it still discharges its duties of maintaining safety on the roads, notwithstanding the current security challenges.<br />
The post FRSC: We&rsquo;re still on roads despite insecurity appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-were-still-on-roads-despite-insecurity/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2021 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-were-still-on-roads-despite-insecurity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PENGASSAN: Insecurity threatens $1.5 billion PH refinery rehabilitation]]></title><description><![CDATA[This was even as the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association (PENGASSAN),Port Harcourt Zone comprising some major oil and gas producing states including; Rivers, Bayelsa, Imo, Abia, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Anambra, Enugu and Ebonyi States, warned that the development remained a major setback to the $1.5 billion Port Harcourt refinery rehabilitation.<br />
The post PENGASSAN: Insecurity threatens $1.5 billion PH refinery rehabilitation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pengassan-insecurity-threatens-15-billion-ph-refinery-rehabilitation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2021 17:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pengassan-insecurity-threatens-15-billion-ph-refinery-rehabilitation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern states set to enact anti-open grazing law]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the resolution of the 17 governors of the Southern states banning open grazing of cattle in the three geopolitical zones in the South, no fewer than eight states are now set to enact anti-open grazing law to give legislative backing to the governors&rsquo; pronouncement, investigation has revealed.<br />
The post Southern states set to enact anti-open grazing law appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-states-set-to-enact-anti-open-grazing-law/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2021 08:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-states-set-to-enact-anti-open-grazing-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSCDC recovers stolen vehicle in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ebonyi command, said it has recovered a stolen vehicle on Idembia-Okoffia road in Ezza South Local Government Area of the state.<br />
The post NSCDC recovers stolen vehicle in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-recovers-stolen-vehicle-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2021 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-recovers-stolen-vehicle-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: APC, PDP bicker over abduction of opposition chieftain]]></title><description><![CDATA[The kidnap of Amos Ogbonnaya, of a former Coordinator of Anuagata Development Centre, in the Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State by hoodlums, on Thursday evening, has continued to generate mixed reactions from various segments of the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi: APC, PDP bicker over abduction of opposition chieftain appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-pdp-bicker-over-abduction-of-opposition-chieftain/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2021 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-pdp-bicker-over-abduction-of-opposition-chieftain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EEDC: Over 50 communities in Enugu thrown into darkness by vandals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 50 communities in Enugu State and two communities in Ebonyi have been thrown into darkness following the vandalization of the Amechi&ndash;Awgu 33KV mainline, which supplies electricity to the affected communities.<br />
The post EEDC: Over 50 communities in Enugu thrown into darkness by vandals appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/eedc-over-50-communities-in-enugu-thrown-into-darkness-by-vandals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/eedc-over-50-communities-in-enugu-thrown-into-darkness-by-vandals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police warn native doctors against providing criminals with charms]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi has warned native doctors against providing criminals with charms to perpetrate criminal activities in the state.<br />
The post Police warn native doctors against providing criminals with charms appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-warn-native-doctors-against-providing-criminals-with-charms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-warn-native-doctors-against-providing-criminals-with-charms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi Muslims: We’ll support Dave Umahi in 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Muslims in Ebonyi have pledged to support Governor David Umahi&rsquo;s political ambition come 2023.<br />
The post Ebonyi Muslims: We&rsquo;ll support Dave Umahi in 2023 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-muslims-well-support-dave-umahi-in-2023/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-muslims-well-support-dave-umahi-in-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government plans more military assets deployment in South-East, South-South]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government has concluded plans to deploy more military assets, including troops, intelligence personnel and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to the South-east and South-south, investigation has revealed.<br />
The post Nigerian government plans more military assets deployment in South-East, South-South appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-plans-more-military-assets-deployment-in-south-east-south-south/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-plans-more-military-assets-deployment-in-south-east-south-south/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eid-el-Fitr: Police assure of adequate security in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi has assured citizens of maximum security at Eid praying grounds and recreation centres, as Muslims celebrate Eid-el Fitr.<br />
The post Eid-el-Fitr: Police assure of adequate security in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/eid-el-fitr-police-assure-of-adequate-security-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/eid-el-fitr-police-assure-of-adequate-security-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intersociety: 1,470 Nigerian Christians ‘killed’ in four months]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rights group, International Society for Civil Rights and the Rule of Law (Intersociety), has alleged that a total of 1,460 Christians have been killed in Nigeria between January and April.<br />
The post Intersociety: 1,470 Nigerian Christians &lsquo;killed&rsquo; in four months appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/intersociety-1470-nigerian-christians-killed-in-four-months/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/intersociety-1470-nigerian-christians-killed-in-four-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern governors call for national dialogue, restructuring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governors of the 17 southern states under the aegis of the Southern Governors Forum have called on the federal government to convoke a national dialogue as a matter of urgency to address widespread agitations among Nigerians for greater inclusiveness in governance.<br />
The post Southern governors call for national dialogue, restructuring appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-call-for-national-dialogue-restructuring/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-call-for-national-dialogue-restructuring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southern governors meet, urge President Buhari to address Nigerians]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worried by the rising rate of insecurity, Southern Governors, Tuesday, met in Asaba, the Delta State capital and called on President Muhammadu Buhari to address the nation on the spate of insecurity in the country.<br />
The post Southern governors meet, urge President Buhari to address Nigerians appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-meet-urge-president-buhari-to-address-nigerians/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southern-governors-meet-urge-president-buhari-to-address-nigerians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police recover stolen car within three hours in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police in Ebonyi on Monday said it recovered a car that was snatched from its owner at gunpoint within three hours of the incident.<br />
The post Police recover stolen car within three hours in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-recover-stolen-car-within-three-hours-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2021 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-recover-stolen-car-within-three-hours-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: Igbos can’t solve problems by insulting the president, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has urged the Igbos to stop insulting President Muhammadu Buhari and leaders from other regions.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: Igbos can&rsquo;t solve problems by insulting the president, others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-igbos-cant-solve-problems-by-insulting-the-president-others/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 May 2021 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-igbos-cant-solve-problems-by-insulting-the-president-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: I believe in united Nigeria, not secession]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi on Saturday declared his belief in a united Nigeria and condemned calls for secession by some groups in the country.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: I believe in united Nigeria, not secession appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-i-believe-in-united-nigeria-not-secession/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 May 2021 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-i-believe-in-united-nigeria-not-secession/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: We are fighting two wars in South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of South East Governor&rsquo;s Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, has said the people of the zone are fighting two separate wars.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: We are fighting two wars in South East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-we-are-fighting-two-wars-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 May 2021 21:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-we-are-fighting-two-wars-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HURIWA advocates multi-layered approach to tackle insecurity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ace rights advocacy group, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has called for the adoption of a diversified model in the fight against insecurity in the country.<br />
The post HURIWA advocates multi-layered approach to tackle insecurity appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/huriwa-advocates-multi-layered-approach-to-tackle-insecurity/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 May 2021 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/huriwa-advocates-multi-layered-approach-to-tackle-insecurity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IGP vows to improve public safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[There were echoes of war in the South East before he was appointed the Acting Inspector-General of Police. The situation was such that policemen went about their lawful duties in mufti.<br />
The post IGP vows to improve public safety appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igp-vows-to-improve-public-safety/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 May 2021 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igp-vows-to-improve-public-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: 28 states at risk of severe flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[No fewer than 28 states are likely to experience severe flooding this year, the Minister of Water Resources, Suleiman Adamu, announced on Thursday.<br />
The post Minister: 28 states at risk of severe flooding appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-28-states-at-risk-of-severe-flooding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-28-states-at-risk-of-severe-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria: Over 1.2 million vaccinated against coronavirus in two months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has vaccinated 1,266,742 persons against COVID-19, two months after nationwide rollout commenced on March 5.The post Nigeria: Over 1.2 million vaccinated against coronavirus in two months appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-over-12-million-vaccinated-against-coronavirus-in-two-months/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-over-12-million-vaccinated-against-coronavirus-in-two-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDE trains 26 persons on environmental beautification in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government on Wednesday began a three-month training of 26 persons on environment beautification in Ebonyi, as part of its efforts to reduce unemployment in the country.<br />
The post NDE trains 26 persons on environmental beautification in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nde-trains-26-persons-on-environmental-beautification-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2021 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nde-trains-26-persons-on-environmental-beautification-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government to commence basic accelerated education programme for disadvantaged children]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government has revealed plans to embark on a national rollout of the accelerated basic education programme to enable disadvantaged children between the ages 10 and 18 have access to education.<br />
The post Nigerian government to commence basic accelerated education programme for disadvantaged children appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-commence-basic-accelerated-education-programme-for-disadvantaged-children/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2021 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-commence-basic-accelerated-education-programme-for-disadvantaged-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: Nigeria vaccinates 1,222,109 persons]]></title><description><![CDATA[A total of 1,222,109 eligible Nigerians have so far received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.<br />
The post Coronavirus: Nigeria vaccinates 1,222,109 persons appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-nigeria-vaccinates-1222109-persons/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2021 11:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-nigeria-vaccinates-1222109-persons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi commissioner decries adulteration of fertilizer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Commissioner for Commerce and Industry who doubles as the General Manager, Ebonyi State Fertilizer and Chemical Company Ltd, Engr Prof. Ogbonnaya Chukwu, has decried the rate at which Agro-Dealers are adulterating fertilizers.<br />
The post Ebonyi commissioner decries adulteration of fertilizer appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commissioner-decries-adulteration-of-fertilizer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2021 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commissioner-decries-adulteration-of-fertilizer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Official: Gunmen attack police station in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some suspected armed hoodlums on Saturday attacked Abaomege Police Division in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi and carted away valuables and destroyed property.<br />
The post Official: Gunmen attack police station in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-gunmen-attack-police-station-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2021 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-gunmen-attack-police-station-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NLC warns against politicising nation’s security challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned against any attempt by leaders to politicise the country&rsquo;s increasing security challenges.<br />
The post NLC warns against politicising nation&rsquo;s security challenges appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nlc-warns-against-politicising-nations-security-challenges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 May 2021 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nlc-warns-against-politicising-nations-security-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 50 Lassa fever-related deaths as infections soar]]></title><description><![CDATA[At least 50 persons have died from Lassa fever in Nigeria, even as the country is still grappling with the scourging COVID-19 pandemic.<br />
The post Nigeria records 50 Lassa fever-related deaths as infections soar appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-50-lassa-fever-related-deaths-as-infections-soar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Apr 2021 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-50-lassa-fever-related-deaths-as-infections-soar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: Nigerian government to inaugurate Digital Switch Over in 13 states this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed says Digital Switch Over (DSO) will be inaugurated in 13 states before the end of the year.<br />
The post Minister: Nigerian government to inaugurate Digital Switch Over in 13 states this year appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-nigerian-government-to-inaugurate-digital-switch-over-in-13-states-this-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-nigerian-government-to-inaugurate-digital-switch-over-in-13-states-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebube Agu: Ebonyi unveils own security outfit chapter, restricts border movement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State government has launched its chapter of the Ebube Agu Security outfit of the South-East Governors&rsquo; Forum.<br />
The post Ebube Agu: Ebonyi unveils own security outfit chapter, restricts border movement appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebube-agu-ebonyi-unveils-own-security-outfit-chapter-restricts-border-movement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebube-agu-ebonyi-unveils-own-security-outfit-chapter-restricts-border-movement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebubeagu: Southeast security outfit makes first public appearance two weeks after establishment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the recent announcement of the Southeast regional Vigilante group, Ebubeagu, the security outfit has made its first public outing in Ebonyi.<br />
The post Ebubeagu: Southeast security outfit makes first public appearance two weeks after establishment appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebubeagu-southeast-security-outfit-makes-first-public-appearance-two-weeks-after-establishment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebubeagu-southeast-security-outfit-makes-first-public-appearance-two-weeks-after-establishment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDE trains 286 persons on vocational skills in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has trained 286 persons on Basic and Advanced National Open Apprenticeship Scheme (B-NOAS and A-NOAS) in Ebonyi.<br />
The post NDE trains 286 persons on vocational skills in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nde-trains-286-persons-on-vocational-skills-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nde-trains-286-persons-on-vocational-skills-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presidency: 200,000 more Nigerians benefitted from payroll support programme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The presidency says 200,000 more Nigerians have benefited from the Economic Sustainability Plan (ESP)&rsquo;s Payroll Support for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).<br />
The post Presidency: 200,000 more Nigerians benefitted from payroll support programme appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-200000-more-nigerians-benefitted-from-payroll-support-programme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-200000-more-nigerians-benefitted-from-payroll-support-programme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC redeploys senior officers, others in massive shakeup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr Boboye Oyeyemi, has approved the redeployment of senior officers and others nationwide for enhanced performance.<br />
The post FRSC redeploys senior officers, others in massive shakeup appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-redeploys-senior-officers-others-in-massive-shakeup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 10:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-redeploys-senior-officers-others-in-massive-shakeup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor imposes curfew, denies rumour of herdsmen attack on schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State, yesterday, gave security agencies 72 hours to bring the killers of two soldiers, a policeman and a civilian in the state to book.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor imposes curfew, denies rumour of herdsmen attack on schools appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-imposes-curfew-denies-rumour-of-herdsmen-attack-on-schools/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-imposes-curfew-denies-rumour-of-herdsmen-attack-on-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: No agitation in criminalities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi, on Wednesday, declared there was no iota of agitation in the criminalities being perpetrated by bandits across the land, who were currently masquerading as members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra&rsquo;s Eastern Security Network.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: No agitation in criminalities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-no-agitation-in-criminalities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 08:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-no-agitation-in-criminalities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohanaeze demands prosecution of South-east violence perpetrators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pan-Igbo sociopolitical group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, yesterday called on the federal government to immediately commence an inquest into the rising violence in the South-east, with a view to arresting and prosecuting those behind the killings and attack on valuable assets.<br />
The post Ohanaeze demands prosecution of South-east violence perpetrators appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohanaeze-demands-prosecution-of-south-east-violence-perpetrators/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohanaeze-demands-prosecution-of-south-east-violence-perpetrators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USAID launches new $90 million malaria control effort in eight Nigerian states]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a new $90 million malaria control effort in eight Nigerian vulnerable states.<br />
The post USAID launches new $90 million malaria control effort in eight Nigerian states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/usaid-launches-new-90-million-malaria-control-effort-in-eight-nigerian-states/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/usaid-launches-new-90-million-malaria-control-effort-in-eight-nigerian-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPHCDA: 1,175,285 Nigerian residents have received coronavirus vaccine]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the statistics released yesterday by the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA), only 58.4 per cent of the targeted population in the first phase had been vaccinated.<br />
The post NPHCDA: 1,175,285 Nigerian residents have received coronavirus vaccine appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-1175285-nigerian-residents-have-received-coronavirus-vaccine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-1175285-nigerian-residents-have-received-coronavirus-vaccine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC: President Buhari’ll soon deal with criminals, sponsors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress on Monday said President Muhammadu Buhari and his administration, will soon deal with those behind Nigeria&rsquo;s growing insecurity.<br />
The post APC: President Buhari&rsquo;ll soon deal with criminals, sponsors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-president-buharill-soon-deal-with-criminals-sponsors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2021 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-president-buharill-soon-deal-with-criminals-sponsors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC: We‘ll not allow Imo turn to a killing field]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday in Abuja, said it would not allow some persons and interests to turn Imo to a killing field.<br />
The post APC: We&lsquo;ll not allow Imo turn to a killing field appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-well-not-allow-imo-turn-to-a-killing-field/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2021 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-well-not-allow-imo-turn-to-a-killing-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSCDC parades two suspects in Ebonyi over ‘solar batteries theft’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Ebonyi on Monday paraded two suspects for alleged solar batteries theft from the Ebonyi State University &lsquo;solar house.&rsquo;<br />
The post NSCDC parades two suspects in Ebonyi over &lsquo;solar batteries theft&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-parades-two-suspects-in-ebonyi-over-solar-batteries-theft/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-parades-two-suspects-in-ebonyi-over-solar-batteries-theft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC condemns attack on Imo governor’s  home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the attack by hoodlums on the country home of the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma.<br />
The post APC condemns attack on Imo governor&rsquo;shome appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-condemns-attack-on-imo-governors-home/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2021 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-condemns-attack-on-imo-governors-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kwara leads APC states in achievements’ chart for March]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kwara State Government has emerged the best All Progressives Congress&rsquo; (APC) governed state in terms of development for the month of March 2021.<br />
The post Kwara leads APC states in achievements&rsquo; chart for March appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kwara-leads-apc-states-in-achievements-chart-for-march/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2021 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kwara-leads-apc-states-in-achievements-chart-for-march/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-East governor: Ebube Agu to work with police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governors and leaders of the Southeast zone yesterday met in Enugu and resolved that the newly esterblished regional outfit of the zone named &ldquo;EBUBEAGU&rdquo; will work with the police and other security agencies in her operation to protect lives and properties in the zone.<br />
The post South-East governor: Ebube Agu to work with police appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governor-ebube-agu-to-work-with-police/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2021 08:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governor-ebube-agu-to-work-with-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-east governors reiterate support for state police]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South-East Governor&rsquo;s Forum on Sunday reiterated its support for the establishment of state police in view of the current security challenges in parts of the country.<br />
The post South-east governors reiterate support for state police appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-reiterate-support-for-state-police/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2021 22:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-reiterate-support-for-state-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-east governors, opinion leaders meet over insecurity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governors of the South-east and opinion leaders in the zone are currently in a closed-door security meeting at the Government House, Enugu State.<br />
The post South-east governors, opinion leaders meet over insecurity appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-opinion-leaders-meet-over-insecurity/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2021 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-opinion-leaders-meet-over-insecurity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SMEDAN to empower 180 persons in agri-business in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) says no fewer than 180 persons will benefit from agric-chain business under its Development and Empowerment Programme (ADEP) in Ebonyi.<br />
The post SMEDAN to empower 180 persons in agri-business in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/smedan-to-empower-180-persons-in-agri-business-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/smedan-to-empower-180-persons-in-agri-business-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPHCDA: 1.13 million AstraZeneca shots administered in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[No fewer than 1.13 million shots of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines have been administered across the 36 States of the Federation and the FCT.<br />
The post NPHCDA: 1.13 million AstraZeneca shots administered in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-113-million-astrazeneca-shots-administered-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-113-million-astrazeneca-shots-administered-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man shot dead few days to wedding in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Police Command said Wednesday it had arrested the alleged killer of 29-year-old Chukwudi Chukwu at a wake in Okposi, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi.<br />
The post Man shot dead few days to wedding in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-shot-dead-few-days-to-wedding-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2021 08:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-shot-dead-few-days-to-wedding-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian senate approves N1.678 trillion revenue target for Customs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate at the plenary on Wednesday approved a total of N1.678 trillion revenue target for the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) for the 2021 fiscal year.<br />
The post Nigerian senate approves N1.678 trillion revenue target for Customs appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-senate-approves-n1678-trillion-revenue-target-for-customs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-senate-approves-n1678-trillion-revenue-target-for-customs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen attack police division in Enugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the early hours of Wednesday, unidentified gunmen attacked Adani Police Divisional headquarters in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State.<br />
The post Gunmen attack police division in Enugu appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-police-division-in-enugu/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-police-division-in-enugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor asks herdsmen to steer clear of state]]></title><description><![CDATA[The governor gave the directive while briefing journalists at the end of the state executive council (SEC) meeting, on Tuesday.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor asks herdsmen to steer clear of state appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-asks-herdsmen-to-steer-clear-of-state/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-asks-herdsmen-to-steer-clear-of-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JUSUN: No going back on strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) on Monday commenced its nationwide protest over financial autonomy of the Judiciary.<br />
The post JUSUN: No going back on strike appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jusun-no-going-back-on-strike/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2021 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jusun-no-going-back-on-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group raise alarm over continued massacre in Ebonyi community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Association of Effium Indigenes International (ASSEI) has cried out over the ongoing crisis in Effium community in Ebonyi state which has led to killings of over 1000 people and destruction of properties.<br />
The post Group raise alarm over continued massacre in Ebonyi community appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-raise-alarm-over-continued-massacre-in-ebonyi-community/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2021 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-raise-alarm-over-continued-massacre-in-ebonyi-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 60 new coronavirus infections, no death]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said that the country&rsquo;s active COVID-19 cases increased by 39, bringing the total number to 7,821.<br />
The post Nigeria records 60 new coronavirus infections, no death appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-60-new-coronavirus-infections-no-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2021 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-60-new-coronavirus-infections-no-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC: Nigeria’s active coronavirus cases increase by 39]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said that the country&rsquo;s COVID-19 active cases increased by 39, bringing the total number to 7,821.<br />
The post NCDC: Nigeria&rsquo;s active coronavirus cases increase by 39 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-nigerias-active-coronavirus-cases-increase-by-39/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2021 09:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-nigerias-active-coronavirus-cases-increase-by-39/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SWAN national body steps in as Ebonyi crisis deepens, sets up new caretaker body]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Executive of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, led by its President, Sir Honor Sirawo, has again waded into the crisis rocking the Ebonyi State chapter of the association.<br />
The post SWAN national body steps in as Ebonyi crisis deepens, sets up new caretaker body appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/swan-national-body-steps-in-as-ebonyi-crisis-deepens-sets-up-new-caretaker-body/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Apr 2021 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/swan-national-body-steps-in-as-ebonyi-crisis-deepens-sets-up-new-caretaker-body/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: States IGR fell to N1.31 trillion in 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Bureau of Statistics disclosed in its report on &lsquo;Internally Generated Revenue at state level for fourth quarter and full year 2020&rsquo;.<br />
The post NBS: States IGR fell to N1.31 trillion in 2020 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-states-igr-fell-to-n131-trillion-in-2020/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Apr 2021 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-states-igr-fell-to-n131-trillion-in-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consumers groan as cement price soar in South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prices of cement has increased by 67 per cent in the South East states of Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo, newsmen report.<br />
The post Consumers groan as cement price soar in South East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/consumers-groan-as-cement-price-soar-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Apr 2021 08:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/consumers-groan-as-cement-price-soar-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: States, FCT generate N1.31 trillion as IGR in 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) generated N1.31 trillion as Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in 2020 compared to N1.33 trillion recorded in 2019, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says.<br />
The post NBS: States, FCT generate N1.31 trillion as IGR in 2020 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-states-fct-generate-n131-trillion-as-igr-in-2020/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2021 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-states-fct-generate-n131-trillion-as-igr-in-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi commissioner: South-east needs consensus candidate to win presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South-east zone have been urged to learn from the past, close ranks and present a formidable consensus candidate that will win the presidency in 2023.<br />
The post Ebonyi commissioner: South-east needs consensus candidate to win presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commissioner-south-east-needs-consensus-candidate-to-win-presidency/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commissioner-south-east-needs-consensus-candidate-to-win-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPHCDA: Nigeria inoculates 1.04 million residents with first dose of coronavirus vaccine]]></title><description><![CDATA[One month into the national COVID-19 vaccination exercise in Nigeria, a total of 1,043,737 eligible Nigerians have so far been vaccinated with the first dose pf the vaccine, representing 51.9 per cent of the proportion vaccinated.<br />
The post NPHCDA: Nigeria inoculates 1.04 million residents with first dose of coronavirus vaccine appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-nigeria-inoculates-104-million-residents-with-first-dose-of-coronavirus-vaccine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-nigeria-inoculates-104-million-residents-with-first-dose-of-coronavirus-vaccine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government to inject into market 10 million cooking gas cylinders in a year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government will inject five to 10 million Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) gas cylinders into the market in the next one year, according to Mr Dayo Adeshina, Programme Manager, National LPG Expansion Implementation Plan.<br />
The post Nigerian government to inject into market 10 million cooking gas cylinders in a year appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-inject-into-market-10-million-cooking-gas-cylinders-in-a-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-inject-into-market-10-million-cooking-gas-cylinders-in-a-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate asks Nigerian government to end Ebonyi killings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate has asked the federal government and the Ebonyi State Government to put appropriate measures in place to forestall further attacks in the state.<br />
The post Senate asks Nigerian government to end Ebonyi killings appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-asks-nigerian-government-to-end-ebonyi-killings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-asks-nigerian-government-to-end-ebonyi-killings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: Bandits responsible for South-East attacks not IPOB]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor, Dave Umahi, says bandits are responsible for attacks in the South-East but accuse the Eastern Security Network operated by the Indigenous People of Biafra of being the masterminds.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: Bandits responsible for South-East attacks not IPOB appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-bandits-responsible-for-south-east-attacks-not-ipob/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-bandits-responsible-for-south-east-attacks-not-ipob/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[154, 225 patients recover from coronavirus in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed that a total of 154,225 patients have recovered from Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) since its outbreak in the country in 2020<br />
The post 154, 225 patients recover from coronavirus in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/154-225-patients-recover-from-coronavirus-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/154-225-patients-recover-from-coronavirus-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCWD: 99 million Nigerian women to benefit from oil, gas in three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Director General of the centre, Mrs. Mary Ekpere-Eta who said this in Abuja during the official launch of the Nigerian women for Liquefied Petroleum Gas project, said this was in a bid to improve women&rsquo;s livelihoods, survival, clean environment, as well as pulling millions of households out of poverty.<br />
The post NCWD: 99 million Nigerian women to benefit from oil, gas in three years appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncwd-99-million-nigerian-women-to-benefit-from-oil-gas-in-three-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2021 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncwd-99-million-nigerian-women-to-benefit-from-oil-gas-in-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi deputy governor: Attack on community not by Fulani herdsmen]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi government has said that the attack on the people of Umuogudu Akpu-Ngbo Community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the State, in the early hours of Monday, was not carried out by Fulani herdsmen.<br />
The post Ebonyi deputy governor: Attack on community not by Fulani herdsmen appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-deputy-governor-attack-on-community-not-by-fulani-herdsmen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-deputy-governor-attack-on-community-not-by-fulani-herdsmen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen attack Ebonyi community hours after South-east governors’ security meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Commissioner of Police in Ebonyi, Aliyu Garba, confirmed on Monday that gunmen attacked another community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state on Sunday hours after South-east governors met to deliberate on rising insecurity in the region.<br />
The post Gunmen attack Ebonyi community hours after South-east governors&rsquo; security meeting appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-ebonyi-community-hours-after-south-east-governors-security-meeting/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-attack-ebonyi-community-hours-after-south-east-governors-security-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soldiers deployed to stop Benue-Ebonyi boundary clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Armed soldiers are presently engaging some unknown gunmen at Ebele village in Ngbo, Ohaukwu Local government area of Ebonyi State, newsmen report.<br />
The post Soldiers deployed to stop Benue-Ebonyi boundary clash appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/soldiers-deployed-to-stop-benue-ebonyi-boundary-clash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/soldiers-deployed-to-stop-benue-ebonyi-boundary-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vaccination: Low turnout hits FCT, Taraba, Abia, seven others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The statistics, however, showed that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as well as states such as Abia, Anambra, Akwa Ibom, Ebonyi, Enugu, Rivers, Sokoto, Kogi and Taraba were still below 50 per cent of the target.<br />
The post Vaccination: Low turnout hits FCT, Taraba, Abia, seven others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vaccination-low-turnout-hits-fct-taraba-abia-seven-others/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 08:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vaccination-low-turnout-hits-fct-taraba-abia-seven-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southeast governors lunches regional security outfit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The five governors of the Southeast region, on Sunday launched Ebubeagu regional security to fight terrorism in the zone.<br />
The post Southeast governors lunches regional security outfit appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southeast-governors-lunches-regional-security-outfit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Apr 2021 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southeast-governors-lunches-regional-security-outfit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 84 new coronavirus cases, one more death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Saturday recorded 84 new COVID-19 infections and a single fatality from the disease, according to health authorities.<br />
The post Nigeria records 84 new coronavirus cases, one more death appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-84-new-coronavirus-cases-one-more-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Apr 2021 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-84-new-coronavirus-cases-one-more-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NiMet predicts three days sunshine, haziness]]></title><description><![CDATA[NiMet&rsquo;s weather outlook released on Friday in Abuja predicted sunny and hazy skies over the Northern region with chances of thunderstorms over Taraba during the afternoon and evening hours on Saturday.<br />
The post NiMet predicts three days sunshine, haziness appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-predicts-three-days-sunshine-haziness/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Apr 2021 09:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-predicts-three-days-sunshine-haziness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CSO demands total ban on smoking in Nollywood scenes]]></title><description><![CDATA[As more youths take to smoking cigarettes, a Civil Society Organisation, CSO, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, CAPPA, Thursday, demanded total ban on smoking in Nollywood movies as they, directly and indirectly, advertise products of tobacco companies.<br />
The post CSO demands total ban on smoking in Nollywood scenes appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cso-demands-total-ban-on-smoking-in-nollywood-scenes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cso-demands-total-ban-on-smoking-in-nollywood-scenes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: Nigerian government determined to lift country out of poverty, unemployment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government says it is determined to do all it entails to lift the country out of poverty and unemployment.<br />
The post Minister: Nigerian government determined to lift country out of poverty, unemployment appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-nigerian-government-determined-to-lift-country-out-of-poverty-unemployment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2021 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-nigerian-government-determined-to-lift-country-out-of-poverty-unemployment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government directs security agencies to defend themselves against assailants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi government on Wednesday directed security agencies in the state to defend themselves and relevant facilities when attacked by gunmen.<br />
The post Ebonyi government directs security agencies to defend themselves against assailants appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-directs-security-agencies-to-defend-themselves-against-assailants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-directs-security-agencies-to-defend-themselves-against-assailants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police repel attack on station in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in Ebonyi, Tuesday, repelled another attack by gunmen on another police station in the state.<br />
The post Police repel attack on station in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-repel-attack-on-station-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2021 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-repel-attack-on-station-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC governors visit Bello Matawalle ahead of ‘defection’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the imminent defection of Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara state, Chairman of the Progressive Governors&rsquo; Forum (PGF) and governor of Kebbi state, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu yesterday led a delegation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) bigwigs to Zamfara state.<br />
The post APC governors visit Bello Matawalle ahead of &lsquo;defection&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-governors-visit-bello-matawalle-ahead-of-defection/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-governors-visit-bello-matawalle-ahead-of-defection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imo attacks: IPOB building armoury to actualise Biafra – ex-police chief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) are deliberately attacking security formations in the South East to steal weapons in order to fight for the actualisation of the Biafra Republic, experts and security operatives have said.<br />
The post Imo attacks: IPOB building armoury to actualise Biafra &ndash; ex-police chief appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-attacks-ipob-building-armoury-to-actualise-biafra-ex-police-chief/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-attacks-ipob-building-armoury-to-actualise-biafra-ex-police-chief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Anyanwu: Ebonyi killings a declaration of war on Igbo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senator Samuel Anyanwu who represented Imo East senatorial district, Monday, described the killings in Ebonyi state, by killer herdsmen as a declaration of war on the Igbo people.<br />
The post Senator Anyanwu: Ebonyi killings a declaration of war on Igbo appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyanwu-ebonyi-killings-a-declaration-of-war-on-igbo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyanwu-ebonyi-killings-a-declaration-of-war-on-igbo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[67 Security agents killed in Southeast, South-South in 3 months]]></title><description><![CDATA[No fewer than 67 security agents, comprising the police, Navy and prison wardens, have been killed by gunmen in the South East and South South since December last year.<br />
The post 67 Security agents killed in Southeast, South-South in 3 months appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/67-security-agents-killed-in-southeast-south-south-in-3-months/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/67-security-agents-killed-in-southeast-south-south-in-3-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: PDP, APC battle for the soul of Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the country returned to civilian rule on May, 29,1999, Ebonyi state has remained under the rule of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) until the incumbent governor, David Umahi, defected from the PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2020.<br />
The post 2023: PDP, APC battle for the soul of Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-apc-battle-for-the-soul-of-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 15:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-apc-battle-for-the-soul-of-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easter: Nigerians‘ll triumph over agents of disunity, insecurity – Ebonyi governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has stressed the need for oneness among Nigerians, noting that upholding the unity of the nation will conquer every form of disunity.<br />
The post Easter: Nigerians&lsquo;ll triumph over agents of disunity, insecurity &ndash; Ebonyi governor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/easter-nigeriansll-triumph-over-agents-of-disunity-insecurity-ebonyi-governor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Apr 2021 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/easter-nigeriansll-triumph-over-agents-of-disunity-insecurity-ebonyi-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easter: NSCDC pledges adequate security in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has pledged to adequately secure lives and property in Ebonyi during the Easter celebration.<br />
The post Easter: NSCDC pledges adequate security in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/easter-nscdc-pledges-adequate-security-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/easter-nscdc-pledges-adequate-security-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police rescue abducted village head, three others in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in Ebonyi have rescued four victims of alleged kidnap in Oshiagu Amia-Ngbo, Ngbo Community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state.<br />
The post Police rescue abducted village head, three others in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-rescue-abducted-village-head-three-others-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-rescue-abducted-village-head-three-others-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House deputy minority leader condemns Ebonyi killings, attack on ex-CBN governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Deputy Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Toby Okechukwu, has condemned the killing of citizens in Egedegede community of Ebonyi State by suspected herdsmen, and the attack on former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Chukwuma Soludo, by gunmen in Isuofia, Anambra State, in which three policemen were killed.<br />
The post House deputy minority leader condemns Ebonyi killings, attack on ex-CBN governor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-deputy-minority-leader-condemns-ebonyi-killings-attack-on-ex-cbn-governor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-deputy-minority-leader-condemns-ebonyi-killings-attack-on-ex-cbn-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi indigenes decry boundary disputes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State indigenes in Lagos State, under the aegis of Development Association of Ebonyi State (DAES), have condemned interstate boundary disputes and communal conflicts affecting some communities in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi indigenes decry boundary disputes appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-indigenes-decry-boundary-disputes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-indigenes-decry-boundary-disputes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPHCDA: 818, 865 receive first dose of coronavirus vaccine in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[A total of 818,865 eligible persons in Nigeria have been inoculated with the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, representing 40.7 percent proportion vaccinated, according to an update released by the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, NPHCDA, on Thursday, April 1st, 2021.<br />
The post NPHCDA: 818, 865 receive first dose of coronavirus vaccine in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-818-865-receive-first-dose-of-coronavirus-vaccine-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-818-865-receive-first-dose-of-coronavirus-vaccine-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi’s aide resigns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enyim, the Special Assistant to the Governor on School Monitoring in Afikpo North Local Government, said in his resignation letter to the governor dated March 30 that Umahi&rsquo;s current disposition towards him made him to realise that he no longer had a place in his government.<br />
The post Governor Umahi&rsquo;s aide resigns appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-aide-resigns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-aide-resigns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB: We’ll not spare killer herdsmen in South-East, South-South]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Wednesday accused Nigerian Security agencies of aiding and abating murderous herdsmen to kill Biafran people of Ebonyi and Enugu States<br />
The post IPOB: We&rsquo;ll not spare killer herdsmen in South-East, South-South appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-well-not-spare-killer-herdsmen-in-south-east-south-south/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 22:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-well-not-spare-killer-herdsmen-in-south-east-south-south/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi killings: Killer herdsmen must face justice – CAN]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, on Wednesday, described as &ldquo;gruesome and unwarranted&rdquo; the murder of no less than 16 indigenes of three communities in Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State by suspected herdsmen.<br />
The post Ebonyi killings: Killer herdsmen must face justice &ndash; CAN appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-killings-killer-herdsmen-must-face-justice-can/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-killings-killer-herdsmen-must-face-justice-can/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi killing: South East Senate caucus asks IGP, security agencies to fish out perpetrators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South East Caucus of the Senate has asked the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Mohammed Adamu, and heads of the nation&rsquo;s security agencies to expeditiously fish out those responsible for the recent killing of natives in Ebonyi State communities, insisting it must not go unsolved and unpunished like others before it.<br />
The post Ebonyi killing: South East Senate caucus asks IGP, security agencies to fish out perpetrators appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-killing-south-east-senate-caucus-asks-igp-security-agencies-to-fish-out-perpetrators/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-killing-south-east-senate-caucus-asks-igp-security-agencies-to-fish-out-perpetrators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Am happy quitting PDP – ex-party chair]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ebonyi state, Barr Onyekachi Nwebonyi, has stated that he was happy to quit the PDP, alleging acts of injustice as one of his reasons for leaving the Party.<br />
The post 2023: Am happy quitting PDP &ndash; ex-party chair appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-am-happy-quitting-pdp-ex-party-chair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-am-happy-quitting-pdp-ex-party-chair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria vaccinates 566,917 residents with first dose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has vaccinated a total of 566,917 eligible persons with the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine, as of Monday, March 29, 2021.<br />
The post Nigeria vaccinates 566,917 residents with first dose appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-vaccinates-566917-residents-with-first-dose/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-vaccinates-566917-residents-with-first-dose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra election: PDP assures of transparent primaries]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has pledged to conduct credible and transparent primaries to choose a candidate for the Nov. 6 Anambra governorship election.<br />
The post Anambra election: PDP assures of transparent primaries appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-election-pdp-assures-of-transparent-primaries/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2021 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-election-pdp-assures-of-transparent-primaries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 101 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recorded 101 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 162,489.<br />
The post Nigeria records 101 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-101-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2021 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-101-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP chairman, others join APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party in Ebonyi State, yesterday suffered a major setback as its embattled chairman, Onyekachi Nwebonyi, formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP chairman, others join APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-chairman-others-join-apc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2021 08:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-chairman-others-join-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-PDP chair, state excos, former chairmen of LGAs, 171 others defect to APC in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The embattled and former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Ebonyi State, Barr. Onyekachi Nwebonyi and the State Executive Committee of the Party, Saturday decamped to the All Progressives Congress, APC in the State.<br />
The post Ex-PDP chair, state excos, former chairmen of LGAs, 171 others defect to APC in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-pdp-chair-state-excos-former-chairmen-of-lgas-171-others-defect-to-apc-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Mar 2021 14:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-pdp-chair-state-excos-former-chairmen-of-lgas-171-others-defect-to-apc-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government moves to resolve Ebonyi, Cross River boundary disputes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has taken some significant steps to proffer solutions to the lingering Cross River/Ebonyi States boundary disputes and clashes between communities within the two neighboring states, which have claimed many lives and destroyed property worth millions in recent times.<br />
The post Nigerian government moves to resolve Ebonyi, Cross River boundary disputes appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-moves-to-resolve-ebonyi-cross-river-boundary-disputes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-moves-to-resolve-ebonyi-cross-river-boundary-disputes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor suspends state secondary education board]]></title><description><![CDATA[The suspension follows some fraudulent practices discovered in the administration and management of the Board, such as dead persons, persons who have resigned and those that have secured employments in other places, still in the payroll of the Board and to the full knowledge of some members of the Board.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor suspends state secondary education board appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-state-secondary-education-board/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 14:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-state-secondary-education-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police declare 18 suspects wanted in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Police Command on Tuesday declared 18 suspects wanted for allegedly promoting intra-communal war.<br />
The post Police declare 18 suspects wanted in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-declare-18-suspects-wanted-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-declare-18-suspects-wanted-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cross River, Ebonyi stakeholders hold talks to end century-old land dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stakeholders in Cross River and Ebonyi states on Tuesday came together at a round table to embrace peace and work towards finding lasting solution to land disputes spanning a century.<br />
The post Cross River, Ebonyi stakeholders hold talks to end century-old land dispute appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cross-river-ebonyi-stakeholders-hold-talks-to-end-century-old-land-dispute/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 09:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cross-river-ebonyi-stakeholders-hold-talks-to-end-century-old-land-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: Nigeria vaccinates 215,277 residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has so far vaccinated a total of 215,277 people in thirty states of the federation, including the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.<br />
The post Coronavirus: Nigeria vaccinates 215,277 residents appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-nigeria-vaccinates-215277-residents/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-nigeria-vaccinates-215277-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 214 new coronavirus cases, one new death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exactly one year after Nigeria reported its first COVID-19 fatality, one person died from the disease on Tuesday. Prior to Tuesday, no death was recorded from the virus in two days making Tuesday&rsquo;s fatality the first in 72 hours.<br />
The post Nigeria records 214 new coronavirus cases, one new death appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-214-new-coronavirus-cases-one-new-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-214-new-coronavirus-cases-one-new-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 30 new Lassa fever cases, 6 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirty new cases of Lassa fever were recorded in seven states in one week, according to the latest report by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).<br />
The post Nigeria records 30 new Lassa fever cases, 6 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-30-new-lassa-fever-cases-6-deaths/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2021 18:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-30-new-lassa-fever-cases-6-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 131 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) registered 131 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 161,868.<br />
The post Nigeria records 131 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-131-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-131-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House member: Restructuring won’t solve Nigeria’s problem]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lawmaker, Rep. Chinedu Ogah, says the nation&rsquo;s development is largely hindered by greed among the political leaders rather than restructuring.<br />
The post House member: Restructuring won&rsquo;t solve Nigeria&rsquo;s problem appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-member-restructuring-wont-solve-nigerias-problem/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2021 15:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-member-restructuring-wont-solve-nigerias-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intersociety: Banditry, insurgency patterns of Jihad]]></title><description><![CDATA[A human rights research and advocacy group, the International Society for Civil Liberties and the Rule of Law (Intersociety), last weekend raised the alarm that the Nigeria is under the reign of jihadists disguised as insurgents and armed bandits.<br />
The post Intersociety: Banditry, insurgency patterns of Jihad appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/intersociety-banditry-insurgency-patterns-of-jihad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/intersociety-banditry-insurgency-patterns-of-jihad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: South East benefited more from APC government than PDP’s 16 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State and Chairman of South East Governors&rsquo; Forum weekend, said the South East benefitted more from the Buhari-led All Progressives Congress, APC, federal government than from Peoples Democratic Party&rsquo;s sixteen years of governance.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: South East benefited more from APC government than PDP&rsquo;s 16 years appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-south-east-benefited-more-from-apc-government-than-pdps-16-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-south-east-benefited-more-from-apc-government-than-pdps-16-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petrol, diesel most expensive in Kebbi in February]]></title><description><![CDATA[Petrol and diesel sold at the highest rates in Kebbi State in February, the National Bureau of Statistics has said.<br />
The post Petrol, diesel most expensive in Kebbi in February appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/petrol-diesel-most-expensive-in-kebbi-in-february/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2021 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/petrol-diesel-most-expensive-in-kebbi-in-february/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VSF donates WASH facilities to 3 public secondary schools in Enugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Foundation for the Support of Victims of Terrorism &mdash; Victims Support Fund (VSF) has donated Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) facilities worth N55million to 3 public secondary schools in Enugu State.<br />
The post VSF donates WASH facilities to 3 public secondary schools in Enugu appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vsf-donates-wash-facilities-to-3-public-secondary-schools-in-enugu/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2021 17:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vsf-donates-wash-facilities-to-3-public-secondary-schools-in-enugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food security: Ebonyi governor urged to tackle challenges facing smallholder women farmers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Representatives of Ebonyi State Public Financing for Agriculture, PFA Budget Committee, Participatory Development Alternatives (PDA), and the Small-Scale Women Farmers Organization in Nigeria, SWOFON, weekend called on Ebonyi State Government to immediately address the challenges facing smallholder Women farmers in the 2022 budgetary allocation or through a supplementary budget in 2021.<br />
The post Food security: Ebonyi governor urged to tackle challenges facing smallholder women farmers appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/food-security-ebonyi-governor-urged-to-tackle-challenges-facing-smallholder-women-farmers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Mar 2021 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/food-security-ebonyi-governor-urged-to-tackle-challenges-facing-smallholder-women-farmers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NANS backs Ebonyi governor for 2023 presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), on Thursday declared their total support for Govenor David Umahi of Ebonyi State for the 2023 presidency.<br />
The post NANS backs Ebonyi governor for 2023 presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nans-backs-ebonyi-governor-for-2023-presidency/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Mar 2021 12:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nans-backs-ebonyi-governor-for-2023-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor urges NANS to wage war against cultism in tertiary institutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi has charged the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) to initiate measures to stamp out cultism in the nation&rsquo;s tertiary institutions.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor urges NANS to wage war against cultism in tertiary institutions appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-urges-nans-to-wage-war-against-cultism-in-tertiary-institutions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Mar 2021 10:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-urges-nans-to-wage-war-against-cultism-in-tertiary-institutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: PDP’s big betrayal of Ndigbo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Also, one of the cardinal reasons advertised by Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State for leaving the PDP was his claim that the party had no good plans for the South East region come 2023. Not long ago, Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State alleged that members of the Prince Uche Secondus-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP were more interested in perpetuating themselves in office than ensuring victory for the party in 2023.<br />
The post 2023: PDP&rsquo;s big betrayal of Ndigbo appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdps-big-betrayal-of-ndigbo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdps-big-betrayal-of-ndigbo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NJC recommends appointment of 18 justices for Appeal Court, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Judicial Council (NJC) under the Chairmanship of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Muhammad, has recommended to President Muhammadu Buhari, the appointment of 18 Justices into the bench of the Court of Appeal.<br />
The post NJC recommends appointment of 18 justices for Appeal Court, others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/njc-recommends-appointment-of-18-justices-for-appeal-court-others/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/njc-recommends-appointment-of-18-justices-for-appeal-court-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two health care workers infected as Nigeria records 25 new Lassa fever cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two health care workers are among Nigeria's latest detected cases of Lassa fever, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).<br />
The post Two health care workers infected as Nigeria records 25 new Lassa fever cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/two-health-care-workers-infected-as-nigeria-records-25-new-lassa-fever-cases/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/two-health-care-workers-infected-as-nigeria-records-25-new-lassa-fever-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC confirms 135 new coronavirus infections, total now 161,409]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 135 new infections, bringing the number of infections in the country to 161,409.<br />
The post NCDC confirms 135 new coronavirus infections, total now 161,409 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-135-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-161409/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-135-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-161409/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: Out-of-school children in Nigeria hits 10 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Minister of state for Education, Mr Chukuemeka Nwajiuba, on Thursday said Nigeria has more than 10 million out-of-school children, the highest in sub-Saharan Africa.<br />
The post Minister: Out-of-school children in Nigeria hits 10 million appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-out-of-school-children-in-nigeria-hits-10-million/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-out-of-school-children-in-nigeria-hits-10-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Telecoms: Nigeria’s voice subscriptions fall 0.32%]]></title><description><![CDATA[Active users of telecommunications services in the country decreased by 0.32 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2020, the National Bureau of Statistics has said.<br />
The post Telecoms: Nigeria&rsquo;s voice subscriptions fall 0.32% appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/telecoms-nigerias-voice-subscriptions-fall-032/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/telecoms-nigerias-voice-subscriptions-fall-032/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest 11 suspects for robbery, cultism, other crimes in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police in Ebonyi said it arrested six suspects over looting of property from crisis-ridden Ezza-Effium in Ohaukwu local government area of the state.<br />
The post Police arrest 11 suspects for robbery, cultism, other crimes in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-11-suspects-for-robbery-cultism-other-crimes-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-11-suspects-for-robbery-cultism-other-crimes-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boundary dispute: Enugu, Ebonyi agree to live in peace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relative peace seems to have returned to the disputed boundary communities of Ishielu Isi-uzo, Ishielu/Nkanu-East, Onicha/Nkanu East, Ohaozara/Aninri, Ohaozara/Nkanu East, Ivo/Aniniri, Ivo/Awgu of Ebonyi and Enugu States, following strong commitment from both sides of the divide to live together.<br />
The post Boundary dispute: Enugu, Ebonyi agree to live in peace appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/boundary-dispute-enugu-ebonyi-agree-to-live-in-peace/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/boundary-dispute-enugu-ebonyi-agree-to-live-in-peace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: PDP panel wants zoning scrapped despite clamour for power shift]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) may discard zoning as a criterion for picking its presidential candidate for the 2023 election cycle, if the party hierarchy ratifies the recommendation of a committee it set up to investigate its loss in the 2019 general election.<br />
The post 2023: PDP panel wants zoning scrapped despite clamour for power shift appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-panel-wants-zoning-scrapped-despite-clamour-for-power-shift/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-panel-wants-zoning-scrapped-despite-clamour-for-power-shift/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 179 new coronavirus infections, two deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coronavirus daily figures in Nigeria have continued to remain low in the past three weeks with 179 new cases recorded in 19 states on Tuesday.<br />
The post Nigeria records 179 new coronavirus infections, two deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-179-new-coronavirus-infections-two-deaths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-179-new-coronavirus-infections-two-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNICEF, EU, others express concern over increasing rate of violence against children in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund, (UNICEF), European Union, United Nations EU-UN and the National Orientation Agency (NOA) have decried the increasing rate of violence against children especially women and girls in Nigeria.<br />
The post UNICEF, EU, others express concern over increasing rate of violence against children in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-eu-others-express-concern-over-increasing-rate-of-violence-against-children-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-eu-others-express-concern-over-increasing-rate-of-violence-against-children-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra: Police rescue four pregnant girls in baby factory fronting as bar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police have named the four pregnant girls rescued from the site: Chisom Okoye, 20 years, of Mgbaneze Isu, Onicha LGA,. Ebonyi State, Chinecherem Clement, 18 years, of Agbaebo Isu of Onicha LGA, Ebonyi State, Blessing Ogbonna, &lsquo; 21 years, of Nkwagu Isu of Onicha LGA, Ebonyi State and Blessing Njoku, 21 years, of Mgbaneze Isu of Onicha LGA, Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Anambra: Police rescue four pregnant girls in baby factory fronting as bar appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-police-rescue-four-pregnant-girls-in-baby-factory-fronting-as-bar/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-police-rescue-four-pregnant-girls-in-baby-factory-fronting-as-bar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Umahi urges women to maintain priorities as mothers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The wife of the governor of Ebonyi State, Rachael Umahi, has urged women faithful to maintain their priorities as mothers and stick to God&rsquo;s word for a better family.<br />
The post Umahi urges women to maintain priorities as mothers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/umahi-urges-women-to-maintain-priorities-as-mothers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2021 11:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/umahi-urges-women-to-maintain-priorities-as-mothers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor’s aides resign, defect to PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[While Oken&rsquo;s resignation letter states; &ldquo;My worry is that while others were paid for January this year, I was not paid. The following month, February too, I have not received any allowances/stipends;&rdquo; Obaji&rsquo;s letter partly reads, &ldquo;Sir, let it be noted that my resignation was not politically inclined, but purely on personal grounds, not minding the fact that I have not been paid for the past few months.&rdquo;<br />
The post Ebonyi governor&rsquo;s aides resign, defect to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governors-aides-resign-defect-to-pdp/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Mar 2021 11:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governors-aides-resign-defect-to-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[POS agents ‘killers’: We got guns from abroad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five suspected armed robbers arrested by the Inspector General of Police Rapid Response Team (IRT) have given graphic details of how they robbed and killed the two Point of Sale (POS) agents in Aba, Abia State.<br />
The post POS agents &lsquo;killers&rsquo;: We got guns from abroad appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pos-agents-killers-we-got-guns-from-abroad/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Mar 2021 09:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pos-agents-killers-we-got-guns-from-abroad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man ‘kills’ commercial sex worker he planned to marry]]></title><description><![CDATA[The shout for help from an apartment at 11, Abuja street, Alaba Rago, off Mile 2 Badagry expressway, Lagos jostled residents who rushed to know what was happening.<br />
The post Man &lsquo;kills&rsquo; commercial sex worker he planned to marry appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-kills-commercial-sex-worker-he-planned-to-marry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Mar 2021 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-kills-commercial-sex-worker-he-planned-to-marry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UN Women spotlight initiative concludes advocacy on sexual, gender based violence in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UN Women Spotlight Initiative in partnership with Connected Development/Follow The Money (CODE/FTM) has concluded training of stakeholders in Ebonyi state on measures meant to strengthen advocacy and elimination of Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV).<br />
The post UN Women spotlight initiative concludes advocacy on sexual, gender based violence in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/un-women-spotlight-initiative-concludes-advocacy-on-sexual-gender-based-violence-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/un-women-spotlight-initiative-concludes-advocacy-on-sexual-gender-based-violence-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government to switch off TV analogue signals from May 28]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government has rolled out the time table for switching off analogue signals on televisions and the transition to full digital platforms across the country.<br />
The post Nigerian government to switch off TV analogue signals from May 28 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-switch-off-tv-analogue-signals-from-may-28/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2021 10:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-switch-off-tv-analogue-signals-from-may-28/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abia polytechnic student, five others arrested over killing of two POS operators in Aba]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other members of the gang arrested by the Inspector General of Police Rapid Response Team (IRT) attached to the Aba Area Command are Godwin Apeh (32), from Olamaboro LGA, Kogi State; Sunday Chibuike (22), from Ezinifite Mbaise LGA of Imo State; Godswill Kalu (23), from Ohafia LGA of Abia State; Chibuzor Gabriel (21) from Oshiri LGA of Ebonyi State and Abraham Thompson (27), an Indigene of Oron LGA in Akwa Ibom State.<br />
The post Abia polytechnic student, five others arrested over killing of two POS]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/abia-polytechnic-student-five-others-arrested-over-killing-of-two-pos-operators-in-aba/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2021 08:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/abia-polytechnic-student-five-others-arrested-over-killing-of-two-pos-operators-in-aba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Official: N41 billion UBEC funds have not been accessed by states, FCT]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has said that N41.06 billion matching grant in its coffers has not been accessed by the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as at March 8, 2021.<br />
The post Official: N41 billion UBEC funds have not been accessed by states, FCT appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-n41-billion-ubec-funds-have-not-been-accessed-by-states-fct/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 18:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/official-n41-billion-ubec-funds-have-not-been-accessed-by-states-fct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: Don’t expect joint security network for South-East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of South-East Governors Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi, on Thursday, said there is no rationale for establishing a joint regional security network for the states in South East.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: Don&rsquo;t expect joint security network for South-East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-dont-expect-joint-security-network-for-south-east/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-dont-expect-joint-security-network-for-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu takes delivery of coronavirus vaccines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enugu State Government on Wednesday took delivery of an undisclosed quantity of AstraZeneca Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines.<br />
The post Enugu takes delivery of coronavirus vaccines appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-takes-delivery-of-coronavirus-vaccines/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2021 19:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-takes-delivery-of-coronavirus-vaccines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ezza Effium/Effium crisis: Ebonyi government threatens to re-arrest stakeholders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the unexpected resurgence of criminal activities in the affected communities of Ezza-Effium and Effium of Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the State, the State Government on Tuesday, threatened to rearrest the stakeholders in the area.<br />
The post Ezza Effium/Effium crisis: Ebonyi government threatens to re-arrest stakeholders appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ezza-effiumeffium-crisis-ebonyi-government-threatens-to-re-arrest-stakeholders/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2021 16:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ezza-effiumeffium-crisis-ebonyi-government-threatens-to-re-arrest-stakeholders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 346 new coronavirus cases, six more deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Tuesday recorded 346 new coronavirus infections in 18 states, according health authorities.<br />
The post Nigeria records 346 new coronavirus cases, six more deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-346-new-coronavirus-cases-six-more-deaths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2021 08:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-346-new-coronavirus-cases-six-more-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS petitioners, witnesses abandoned cases – panel]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Judicial Panel of Inquiry investigating alleged police brutality and other related extra-judicial killings says it has received 62 petitions.<br />
The post #EndSARS petitioners, witnesses abandoned cases &ndash; panel appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-petitioners-witnesses-abandoned-cases-panel/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 13:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-petitioners-witnesses-abandoned-cases-panel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi group condemns neglect of airport project victims, insecurity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in the Diaspora (AESID) has condemned what it called &ldquo;abandonment of Ezza natives in Okaleru, Ezza North Local Government Area of the state who have remained displaced from their ancestral homes since February 2020 due to the construction of a so-called Ebonyi International Cargo Airport.&rdquo;<br />
The post Ebonyi group condemns neglect of airport project victims, insecurity appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-condemns-neglect-of-airport-project-victims-insecurity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-condemns-neglect-of-airport-project-victims-insecurity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP national vice chairman accuses Ebonyi governor of plotting to plant IEDs on him]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic party (PDP), South East zone, Chief Ali Odefa, yesterday accused his former boss and Governor of Ebonyi State, Chief David Umahi, of plotting to plant Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) on him and some of his property in the state.<br />
The post PDP national vice chairman accuses Ebonyi governor of plotting to plant IEDs on him appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-national-vice-chairman-accuses-ebonyi-governor-of-plotting-to-plant-ieds-on-him/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 09:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-national-vice-chairman-accuses-ebonyi-governor-of-plotting-to-plant-ieds-on-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Police commence second phase of NHIS enrollment for retired officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Police Force has commenced the second phase of the nationwide registration and capturing of retired police officers in the ongoing enrolment of officers on the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).<br />
The post Nigeria Police commence second phase of NHIS enrollment for retired officers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-police-commence-second-phase-of-nhis-enrollment-for-retired-officers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 07:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-police-commence-second-phase-of-nhis-enrollment-for-retired-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari mourns late Justice Ngwuta]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the death of Sylvester Ngwuta, a Justice of the Supreme Court, who passed on in the early hours of Sunday.<br />
The post President Buhari mourns late Justice Ngwuta appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-mourns-late-justice-ngwuta/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2021 20:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-mourns-late-justice-ngwuta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NARICT chief denies corruption allegations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prof. Jeffrey Barminas, Director-General (D-G), National Research Institute for Chemical Technology (NARICT) Zaria, has denied allegations of corruption and abuse of office made against him by the Network For Justice, an NGO.<br />
The post NARICT chief denies corruption allegations appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/narict-chief-denies-corruption-allegations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2021 13:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/narict-chief-denies-corruption-allegations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 371 new coronavirus cases, three deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Friday recorded 371 new COVID-19 infections in 20 states, health authorities have said.<br />
The post Nigeria records 371 new coronavirus cases, three deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-371-new-coronavirus-cases-three-deaths/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2021 08:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-371-new-coronavirus-cases-three-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Policeman arrested for stealing AK-47 rifles in Abịa]]></title><description><![CDATA[A police man, Shedrack Aleke Igwe, working in armoury section of MOPOL base 28, Umuahia, Abia state has been arrested with 5 AK-47 rifles he stole from the armoury.<br />
The post Policeman arrested for stealing AK-47 rifles in Ab&#7883;a appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/policeman-arrested-for-stealing-ak-47-rifles-in-aba/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2021 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/policeman-arrested-for-stealing-ak-47-rifles-in-aba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Chevron staff’ docked for N4.5 million contract scam]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a fake Chevron Nigeria staff, Uguru Ozoemena Justus, before Justice Phoebe Msuan Ayua of the Federal High Court, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.<br />
The post &lsquo;Chevron staff&rsquo; docked for N4.5 million contract scam appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/chevron-staff-docked-for-n45-million-contract-scam/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2021 19:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/chevron-staff-docked-for-n45-million-contract-scam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate seeks amendment to university teaching hospitals act]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate is seeking to amend the University Teaching Hospitals (Reconstitution of Boards, etc) Act No..10 1985, so as to include the Federal University Lafia, Teaching Hospital.<br />
The post Senate seeks amendment to university teaching hospitals act appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-seeks-amendment-to-university-teaching-hospitals-act/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-seeks-amendment-to-university-teaching-hospitals-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 479 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Based on the data released by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Tuesday, there was a 33 percent rise in the single-day count.<br />
The post Nigeria records 479 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-479-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 08:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-479-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Gunmen attack police station in Izzi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some gunmen in the early hours of Monday attacked the Iboko Divisional Police Station in Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Nigeria&rsquo;s South-east.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Gunmen attack police station in Izzi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-gunmen-attack-police-station-in-izzi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2021 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-gunmen-attack-police-station-in-izzi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police detain woman over ‘plot to sell’ baby for N40,000 in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi state police Command, Tuesday detained a prostitute, Victoria Chukwube over an alleged plot to sell her baby boy for N40,000.<br />
The post Police detain woman over &lsquo;plot to sell&rsquo; baby for N40,000 in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-detain-woman-over-plot-to-sell-baby-for-n40000-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2021 17:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-detain-woman-over-plot-to-sell-baby-for-n40000-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s coronavirus cases top 155,000 with new cases, deaths recorded in past 24 hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has announced 600 new cases on Friday of the Coronavirus Disease in the country, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 155,076.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s coronavirus cases top 155,000 with new cases, deaths recorded in past 24 hours appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-cases-top-155000-with-new-cases-deaths-recorded-in-past-24-hours/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2021 09:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-cases-top-155000-with-new-cases-deaths-recorded-in-past-24-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 600 new coronavirus infections, 845 recoveries]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Nigeria marks one year since the index case of COVID-19, the number of active cases has continued to rise. The country recorded 600 fresh infections across 21 states on Friday.<br />
The post Nigeria records 600 new coronavirus infections, 845 recoveries appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-600-new-coronavirus-infections-845-recoveries/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2021 07:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-600-new-coronavirus-infections-845-recoveries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insecurity: Police redeploys 300 officers from Ebonyi to northern region]]></title><description><![CDATA[Up to 300 police officers serving in Ebonyi State command have been redeployed to force headquarters Abuja to shore up efforts to tackle ongoing insecurity in the north of the country.<br />
The post Insecurity: Police redeploys 300 officers from Ebonyi to northern region appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/insecurity-police-redeploys-300-officers-from-ebonyi-to-northern-region/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2021 18:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/insecurity-police-redeploys-300-officers-from-ebonyi-to-northern-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 634 new coronavirus cases, six deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria recorded 634 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, making it exactly one week of reporting less than 700 daily cases.<br />
The post Nigeria records 634 new coronavirus cases, six deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-634-new-coronavirus-cases-six-deaths/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2021 07:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-634-new-coronavirus-cases-six-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government takes over Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport in Kebbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has taken over the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport in Kebbi, Alhaji Abubakar Ladan, the state Commissioner for Works and Transport, has said.<br />
The post Nigerian government takes over Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport in Kebbi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-takes-over-sir-ahmadu-bello-international-airport-in-kebbi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 13:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-takes-over-sir-ahmadu-bello-international-airport-in-kebbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Nigerians paid more for fuel, diesel in January]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS says Nigerians paid more for fuel in January 2021 as the price paid by consumers for premium motor spirit (petrol) increased by 12.88%.<br />
The post NBS: Nigerians paid more for fuel, diesel in January appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-nigerians-paid-more-for-fuel-diesel-in-january/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 16:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-nigerians-paid-more-for-fuel-diesel-in-january/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USAID invests $19 million in training of health workers in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has set aside $19 million to train 100,000 health workers in some parts of Nigeria.<br />
The post USAID invests $19 million in training of health workers in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/usaid-invests-19-million-in-training-of-health-workers-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/usaid-invests-19-million-in-training-of-health-workers-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sex worker detained for intent to sell own four-month-old baby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in Ebonyi on Tuesday detained a commercial sex worker on allegations she intended to sell her son for N40,000.<br />
The post Sex worker detained for intent to sell own four-month-old baby appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sex-worker-detained-for-intent-to-sell-own-four-month-old-baby/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sex-worker-detained-for-intent-to-sell-own-four-month-old-baby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-east governors intervene in Governor Uzodinma, Senator Okorocha feud]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South-East Governors Forum has waded into the impasse between the Imo government and the state&rsquo;s former Governor, Sen. Rochas Okorocha.<br />
The post South-east governors intervene in Governor Uzodinma, Senator Okorocha feud appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-intervene-in-governor-uzodinma-senator-okorocha-feud/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2021 10:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-intervene-in-governor-uzodinma-senator-okorocha-feud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC chieftain petitions party over non-inclusion in board appointments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the Non-Inclusion of Chief Nwaeze Prince among stakeholders for board appointment in Ebonyi state, the All Progressive Congress (APC) chieftain has written to the Chairman of the National Caretaker Committee of the party.<br />
The post APC chieftain petitions party over non-inclusion in board appointments appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-chieftain-petitions-party-over-non-inclusion-in-board-appointments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2021 08:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-chieftain-petitions-party-over-non-inclusion-in-board-appointments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-President Jonathan complains of neglect by PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fresh facts have emerged on what transpired at the recent closed-door meeting between former President Goodluck Jonathan and the Reconciliation and Strategy Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by a former President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki.<br />
The post Ex-President Jonathan complains of neglect by PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-president-jonathan-complains-of-neglect-by-pdp/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2021 07:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-president-jonathan-complains-of-neglect-by-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB ‘attacks’ APC registration officers, cart away materials in Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) Anambra State Chapter, Chief Basil Ejidike, has alleged that suspected members of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) attacked registration officers and workers, carted away materials meant for the ongoing registration and revalidation exercise at Isseke in Ihiala local government area of the state.<br />
The post IPOB &lsquo;attacks&rsquo; APC registration officers, cart away materials in Anambra appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-attacks-apc-registration-officers-cart-away-materials-in-anambra/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-attacks-apc-registration-officers-cart-away-materials-in-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petrol sells for N175 per litre in Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) has risen to between N170 and N175 per litre in Anambra and its environs as against N162.<br />
The post Petrol sells for N175 per litre in Anambra appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/petrol-sells-for-n175-per-litre-in-anambra/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/petrol-sells-for-n175-per-litre-in-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bode George urges President Buhari to provide leadership, unite Nigerians]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to provide leadership and unite Nigerians.<br />
The post Bode George urges President Buhari to provide leadership, unite Nigerians appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/bode-george-urges-president-buhari-to-provide-leadership-unite-nigerians/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/bode-george-urges-president-buhari-to-provide-leadership-unite-nigerians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s coronavirus infections top 150,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[About a year after Nigeria recorded its first case, more than 150,000 people have been infected with COVID-19 in the country, data from the country&rsquo;s infectious disease agency, NCDC, has revealed.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s coronavirus infections top 150,000 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-infections-top-150000/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2021 08:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-infections-top-150000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHRC threatens sanctions against Ebonyi communities over ‘ostracisation’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has threatened to mete out penalties against ostracization of Persons in Ebonyi communities and other parts of the country.<br />
The post NHRC threatens sanctions against Ebonyi communities over &lsquo;ostracisation&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-threatens-sanctions-against-ebonyi-communities-over-ostracisation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2021 20:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-threatens-sanctions-against-ebonyi-communities-over-ostracisation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Saraki: Former governor committed to PDP victory in 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former President of the Senate and Chairman, National Committee on Reconciliation and Strategy of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bukola Saraki, has said that former governors under the platform of the party are committed to the victory of the PDP in the 2023 general elections.<br />
The post Senator Saraki: Former governor committed to PDP victory in 2023 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-saraki-former-governor-committed-to-pdp-victory-in-2023/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 21:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-saraki-former-governor-committed-to-pdp-victory-in-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi deploys security forces to quell communal clashes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi government has directed immediate deployment of more security personnel to quell the renewed intra-communal crisis between Effium and Ezza-Effium indigenes of Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi deploys security forces to quell communal clashes appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-deploys-security-forces-to-quell-communal-clashes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 20:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-deploys-security-forces-to-quell-communal-clashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP reconciliation committee meets with ex-governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the party&rsquo;s Reconciliation and Strategy Committee led by former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, are presently having a meeting in Abuja.<br />
The post PDP reconciliation committee meets with ex-governors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-reconciliation-committee-meets-with-ex-governors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-reconciliation-committee-meets-with-ex-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,368 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in weeks, Anambra topped the list of states with new coronavirus infections, as Nigeria recorded 1,368 fresh cases in the update for Tuesday.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,368 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1368-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1368-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra records highest daily coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria recorded an increase in COVID-19 cases Tuesday as Anambra State recorded its highest daily infections since the beginning of the pandemic.qg<br />
The post Anambra records highest daily coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-records-highest-daily-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-records-highest-daily-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-East, South-West and North will be biggest losers if Nigeria breaks up]]></title><description><![CDATA[The idea of having a near-perfect country out of a ruptured Nigeria is illusory. The composite parts of the country each contribute to the miasma of confusion that Nigeria is. No single entity is responsible for Nigeria&rsquo;s problems. All the ethnic nationalities are equal shareholders in the failing of the Nigerian enterprise. There is enough blame to go around.<br />
The post South-East, South-West and North will be biggest losers if Nigeria breaks up appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-south-west-and-north-will-be-biggest-losers-if-nigeria-breaks-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-south-west-and-north-will-be-biggest-losers-if-nigeria-breaks-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP warns members against anti-party activities]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, weekend warned members of the party in Ebonyi state to desist from indulging in anti-party activities as the party will not tolerate such misdemeanor.<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP warns members against anti-party activities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-warns-members-against-anti-party-activities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-warns-members-against-anti-party-activities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 520 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Sunday recorded its lowest daily COVID-19 infections since the beginning of the second wave in December 2020.<br />
The post Nigeria records 520 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-520-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2021 08:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-520-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP decries escalating violence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday decried escalating sectional conflicts in various parts of the country, including the bloody ethnic clashes currently raging in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.<br />
The post PDP decries escalating violence appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-decries-escalating-violence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2021 07:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-decries-escalating-violence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,143 new coronavirus cases, 13 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to the daily statistics of COVID-19, new confirmed cases posted by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) midnight Saturday were 1,143, while 13 deaths were recorded in Nigeria.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,143 new coronavirus cases, 13 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1143-new-coronavirus-cases-13-deaths/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2021 14:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1143-new-coronavirus-cases-13-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court sacks Ebonyi PDP caretaker committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Federal High Court in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, on Wednesday sacked the State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Caretaker Committee led by Fred Udogu,<br />
The post Court sacks Ebonyi PDP caretaker committee appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-sacks-ebonyi-pdp-caretaker-committee/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 22:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-sacks-ebonyi-pdp-caretaker-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VP Osinbajo: Nigeria to achieve 30 percent power supply from renewables by 2030]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has disclosed that Nigeria was planning to have at least 30 per cent of its total electricity supply from renewable sources, majorly solar power in the next nine years<br />
The post VP Osinbajo: Nigeria to achieve 30 percent power supply from renewables by 2030 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-nigeria-to-achieve-30-percent-power-supply-from-renewables-by-2030/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 21:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-nigeria-to-achieve-30-percent-power-supply-from-renewables-by-2030/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: APC will decide zone to produce presidential candidate – RMAFC chair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Elias Mbam, the Chairman, Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) says the All Progressives Congress (APC) will decide which zone will produce the 2023 presidential candidate of party at the appropriate time.<br />
The post 2023: APC will decide zone to produce presidential candidate &ndash;&nbsp;RMAFC chair appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apc-will-decide-zone-to-produce-presidential-candidate-rmafc-chair/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 14:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apc-will-decide-zone-to-produce-presidential-candidate-rmafc-chair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police rescue kidnap victim in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The police in Ebonyi State on Thursday said they have rescued a kidnap victim, Umoke Solomon, who was abducted on January 30 in the state.<br />
The post Police rescue kidnap victim in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-rescue-kidnap-victim-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-rescue-kidnap-victim-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 938 new coronavirus infections, 8 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 938 new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of infections in the country to 143,516.<br />
The post Nigeria records 938 new coronavirus infections, 8 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-938-new-coronavirus-infections-8-deaths/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-938-new-coronavirus-infections-8-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VP Osinbajo: Nigeria will achieve 30% power supply from renewables by 2030]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has disclosed that Nigeria is planning to have at least 30 per cent of its total electricity supply from renewable sources, majorly solar power in the next nine years.<br />
The post VP Osinbajo: Nigeria will achieve 30% power supply from renewables by 2030 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-nigeria-will-achieve-30-power-supply-from-renewables-by-2030/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2021 19:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-nigeria-will-achieve-30-power-supply-from-renewables-by-2030/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: APC will take decision on Igbo presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, has stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will take decision &lsquo;as a family&rsquo; on the clamouring for Igbo presidency in 2023.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: APC will take decision on Igbo presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-apc-will-take-decision-on-igbo-presidency/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-apc-will-take-decision-on-igbo-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government steps up deployment of 19,000 solar homes systems]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government yesterday continued its ongoing deployment of 19,000 Solar Homes Systems (SHS), with the inauguration of an 85KWP Solar Hybrid Mini-grid in Dakiti, Akko Local Government of Gombe State.<br />
The post Nigerian government steps up deployment of 19,000 solar homes systems appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-steps-up-deployment-of-19000-solar-homes-systems/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-steps-up-deployment-of-19000-solar-homes-systems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP chooses Enugu governor as new South East leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu on Monday adopted Gov Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State as the new leader in the South East Zone.<br />
The post PDP chooses Enugu governor as new South East leader appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-chooses-enugu-governor-as-new-south-east-leader/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-chooses-enugu-governor-as-new-south-east-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,056 new coronavirus infections, 21 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria recorded 1,056 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 141,447.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,056 new coronavirus infections, 21 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1056-new-coronavirus-infections-21-deaths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 08:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1056-new-coronavirus-infections-21-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government inaugurates 85KWP solar power project in Gombe community]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has inaugurated an 85KWP solar mini-grid power project in Dakiti community in Gombe.<br />
The post Nigerian government inaugurates 85KWP solar power project in Gombe community appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-inaugurates-85kwp-solar-power-project-in-gombe-community/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-inaugurates-85kwp-solar-power-project-in-gombe-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: President Buhari working hard to fulfill campaign promises]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, Minister of Science and Technology, says President Muhammadu Buhari is working hard to fulfill his campaign promises and social contract he entered into with the Nigerian electorate.<br />
The post Minister: President Buhari working hard to fulfill campaign promises appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-president-buhari-working-hard-to-fulfill-campaign-promises/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-president-buhari-working-hard-to-fulfill-campaign-promises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu governor emerges new PDP leader in South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu on Monday adopted Gov Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State as the new leader in the South East Zone.<br />
The post Enugu governor emerges new PDP leader in South East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-governor-emerges-new-pdp-leader-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2021 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-governor-emerges-new-pdp-leader-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten dead in Ebonyi auto crash, two others injured]]></title><description><![CDATA[A bus belonging to Abia Line Network lost control on the Ishiagu-Axis of the Okigwe-Afikpo highway, killing almost all the passengers on board, an eye witness told newsmen on Monday.The post Ten dead in Ebonyi auto crash, two others injured appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ten-dead-in-ebonyi-auto-crash-two-others-injured/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2021 17:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ten-dead-in-ebonyi-auto-crash-two-others-injured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen kill police officer in Delta]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;The sad incident happened two days ago,&rdquo; the police spokesperson in Delta State, Onome Onovwakpoyeya said on Sunday evening, while confirming the killing to newsmen.<br />
The post Gunmen kill police officer in Delta appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-kill-police-officer-in-delta/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 19:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/gunmen-kill-police-officer-in-delta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Why I abandoned PDP for APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, has again explained why he abandoned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Why I abandoned PDP for APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-abandoned-pdp-for-apc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 15:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-abandoned-pdp-for-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No leadership crisis in Ebonyi chapter of APC – chieftain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Eze Nwachukwu, a chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi, says there is no leadership crisis in the state chapter of the party, as alleged in some media reports.<br />
The post No leadership crisis in Ebonyi chapter of APC &ndash; chieftain appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/no-leadership-crisis-in-ebonyi-chapter-of-apc-chieftain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 14:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/no-leadership-crisis-in-ebonyi-chapter-of-apc-chieftain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-APC chairman speaks on ‘crisis’ in Ebonyi chapter]]></title><description><![CDATA[A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi State, Eze Nwachukwu, has refuted media report about leadership crisis in the state chapter of the party.<br />
The post Ex-APC chairman speaks on &lsquo;crisis&rsquo; in Ebonyi chapter appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-apc-chairman-speaks-on-crisis-in-ebonyi-chapter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-apc-chairman-speaks-on-crisis-in-ebonyi-chapter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC factions oppose membership registration in Imo, Rivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A spokesman for Amaechi&rsquo;s loyalists, recognised by the APC National Secretariat, Ogbonna Nwuke, said, &ldquo;What is clear to us is that materials are here, but people are to be trained first before registration starts. After the training, then we will go into operations in the field. But for the avoidance of doubt, by next week we (APC) will start registration.&rdquo;<br />
The post APC factions oppose membership registration in Imo, Rivers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-factions-oppose-membership-registration-in-imo-rivers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-factions-oppose-membership-registration-in-imo-rivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,588 new coronavirus infections, six deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 1,588 new cases were reported from 20 states &ndash; Lagos (535), Anambra (218), Oyo (155), FCT (150), Kano (124), Gombe (60), Kaduna (49), Ebonyi (48), Plateau (46), Akwa Ibom (39), Niger (37), Edo (33), Katsina (23), Rivers (18), Taraba (15), Nasarawa (14), Ogun (11), Delta (9), Ekiti (2), and Jigawa (2).<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,588 new coronavirus infections, six deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1588-new-coronavirus-infections-six-deaths/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2021 08:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1588-new-coronavirus-infections-six-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jigawa governor: We’ll protect all southerners]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Governor of Jigawa State, Muhammad Badaru, has assured southerners in the state of the protection of their lives and properties.<br />
The post Jigawa governor: We&rsquo;ll protect all southerners appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jigawa-governor-well-protect-all-southerners/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2021 23:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jigawa-governor-well-protect-all-southerners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNICEF applauds Southeast commitment to end female genital mutilation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) has praised the commitments of states in the South-east of the country in stopping Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).<br />
The post UNICEF applauds Southeast commitment to end female genital mutilation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-applauds-southeast-commitment-to-end-female-genital-mutilation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-applauds-southeast-commitment-to-end-female-genital-mutilation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi APC stakeholders want membership registration postponed in Onicha]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Thursday, called for outright postponement of membership registration/revalidation exercise in the LGA.<br />
The post Ebonyi APC stakeholders want membership registration postponed in Onicha appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-stakeholders-want-membership-registration-postponed-in-onicha/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2021 11:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-stakeholders-want-membership-registration-postponed-in-onicha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hoodlums set ablaze police division, 4 patrol vehicles in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hoodlums suspected to be members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, yesterday attacked Onicha Divisional Headquarters in Isu, Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Hoodlums set ablaze police division, 4 patrol vehicles in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/hoodlums-set-ablaze-police-division-4-patrol-vehicles-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/hoodlums-set-ablaze-police-division-4-patrol-vehicles-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 14 more deaths from coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[At least 14 people died from COVID-19 on Thursday in Nigeria, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) announced Thursday night.<br />
The post Nigeria records 14 more deaths from coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-14-more-deaths-from-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2021 08:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-14-more-deaths-from-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC to begin membership registration in Ebonyi on February 9]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to him, distribution of registration materials across the 13 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state will take place on Monday, Feb. 8, while the actual exercise would begin on Tuesday, Feb. 9.<br />
The post APC to begin membership registration in Ebonyi on February 9 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-to-begin-membership-registration-in-ebonyi-on-february-9/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2021 13:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-to-begin-membership-registration-in-ebonyi-on-february-9/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police vow to arrest suspected arsonists in Ebonyi community]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Police Command says it will investigate and arrest those suspected to be behind the fire that destroyed herders&rsquo; houses in Oshibo community in Ebonyi Local Government Area.<br />
The post Police vow to arrest suspected arsonists in Ebonyi community appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-vow-to-arrest-suspected-arsonists-in-ebonyi-community/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 18:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-vow-to-arrest-suspected-arsonists-in-ebonyi-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,634 new coronavirus infections, total now 133,552]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 1,634 new cases of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of infections in the country to 133,552.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,634 new coronavirus infections, total now 133,552 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1634-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-133552/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1634-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-133552/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP faction calls for arrest, prosecution of invaders of party’s secretariat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Factional Chairman of the Peoples&rsquo; Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, Mr. Onyekachi Nwebonyi, has called on security agencies to arrest and prosecute all those involved in the foiled attempt to attack the party&rsquo;s secretariat in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital.<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP faction calls for arrest, prosecution of invaders of party&rsquo;s secretariat appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-faction-calls-for-arrest-prosecution-of-invaders-of-partys-secretariat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 08:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-faction-calls-for-arrest-prosecution-of-invaders-of-partys-secretariat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southeast governors insist on ban of open grazing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State, Chairman Southe East Governors Forum says the zone insists on the ban of open grazing of cattle in the zone.<br />
The post Southeast governors insist on ban of open grazing appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southeast-governors-insist-on-ban-of-open-grazing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2021 23:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/southeast-governors-insist-on-ban-of-open-grazing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government denies report of funds transfer to governor’s company]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Government has described allegations of nepotism and fraud against Governor Dave Umahi as false and calculated attempt to malign his character by his enemies.<br />
The post Ebonyi government denies report of funds transfer to governor&rsquo;s company appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-denies-report-of-funds-transfer-to-governors-company/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2021 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-denies-report-of-funds-transfer-to-governors-company/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos records over 1,000 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lagos state&rsquo;s single-day count of COVID-19 infections has exceeded 1,000 &mdash; with 1,040 cases reported on Saturday.<br />
The post Lagos records over 1,000 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-over-1000-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2021 10:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-over-1000-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,883 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 1,883 new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) infections, bringing the total number of infected people in the country to 130,557.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,883 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1883-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2021 07:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1883-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Igbo Congress makes case for support of Eastern Security Network]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Igbo Congress, WIC, has made case for support of the Eastern Security Network, ESN, as the only volunteer security outfit in the South East.<br />
The post World Igbo Congress makes case for support of Eastern Security Network appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/world-igbo-congress-makes-case-for-support-of-eastern-security-network/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/world-igbo-congress-makes-case-for-support-of-eastern-security-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,861 new coronavirus infections, 22 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria recorded its second highest daily death toll from COVID-19, on Wednesday, suggesting the country has yet to reach the peak of the second wave, as infections continue to spread rapidly.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,861 new coronavirus infections, 22 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1861-new-coronavirus-infections-22-deaths/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 07:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1861-new-coronavirus-infections-22-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC records 15 more coronavirus deaths, 1,303 new infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Tuesday confirmed 15 additional deaths from COVID-19 complications, bringing the total number of death toll in the country to 1,522.<br />
The post NCDC records 15 more coronavirus deaths, 1,303 new infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-records-15-more-coronavirus-deaths-1303-new-infections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-records-15-more-coronavirus-deaths-1303-new-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,430 new coronavirus cases, 3 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[An update posted on the website of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) said that on January 25, 2021, 1,430 new confirmed cases and three deaths were recorded in Nigeria.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,430 new coronavirus cases, 3 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1430-new-coronavirus-cases-3-deaths/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 13:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1430-new-coronavirus-cases-3-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lassa fever kills two in Edo, Taraba]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two people in Edo and Taraba were killed as a result of Lassa fever infection in the second week of 2021, according to the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).<br />
The post Lassa fever kills two in Edo, Taraba appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lassa-fever-kills-two-in-edo-taraba/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lassa-fever-kills-two-in-edo-taraba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP raises alarm over ‘plots’ by ‘thugs’ to set party secretariat ablaze]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Last night, Onyekachi Nwebonyi led a motley crowd and made a concerted effort to burn down the State Secretariat of the PDP in Abakaliki. If not for the prompt response of some of our members, the building would have been razed down by this morning. They were resisted and repelled effectively.&rdquo;<br />
The post PDP raises alarm over &lsquo;plots&rsquo; by &lsquo;thugs&rsquo; to set party secretariat ablaze appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-raises-alarm-over-plots-by-thugs-to-set-party-secretariat-ablaze/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 15:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-raises-alarm-over-plots-by-thugs-to-set-party-secretariat-ablaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor imposes curfew on Effium community over NURTW clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State, Sunday imposed a curfew on Effium Community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State over the senseless killings and wanton destruction of properties in the area.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor imposes curfew on Effium community over NURTW clash appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-imposes-curfew-on-effium-community-over-nurtw-clash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2021 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-imposes-curfew-on-effium-community-over-nurtw-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government urges peaceful resolution of crisis in Effium]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Government has urged parties in the crisis rocking Effium community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state to embrace dialogue in the interest of peace.<br />
The post Ebonyi government urges peaceful resolution of crisis in Effium appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-urges-peaceful-resolution-of-crisis-in-effium/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2021 12:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-urges-peaceful-resolution-of-crisis-in-effium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,633 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[A daily tally of confirmed Covid-19 cases posted by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) said that 1,633 new confirmed cases and five deaths were recorded in Nigeria on Saturday.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,633 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1633-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2021 11:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1633-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven killed as NURTW members clash in Ebonyi motor park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven people have been confirmed dead, with several others sustaining injuries, in a clash between members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) at Effium Motor Park in Ohaukwu, Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Seven killed as NURTW members clash in Ebonyi motor park appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/seven-killed-as-nurtw-members-clash-in-ebonyi-motor-park/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2021 09:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/seven-killed-as-nurtw-members-clash-in-ebonyi-motor-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi lists challenges to rabies prevention]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Animal-Mediated Rabies Control Programme (EBARAP) Committee has called for support from governments and public and private organisations to enable it to effectively manage and prevent spread of rabies.<br />
The post Ebonyi lists challenges to rabies prevention appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-lists-challenges-to-rabies-prevention/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 16:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-lists-challenges-to-rabies-prevention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ondo records three Lassa fever infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ondo State government has begun the distribution of 10,000 doses of rat poison to destroy rats in Lassa fever prone communities, as the dreaded virus begins its upward trend in the state.<br />
The post Ondo records three Lassa fever infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ondo-records-three-lassa-fever-infections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 14:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ondo-records-three-lassa-fever-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protesters storm Ebonyi court over judge’s recusal from PDP case]]></title><description><![CDATA[The protesters, numbering at least 100 and believed to be loyal to the former Chairman of the committee, Chief Onyekachi Nwebonyi, marched to the court premises at about 4 pm to register their anger over the development.<br />
The post Protesters storm Ebonyi court over judge&rsquo;s recusal from PDP case appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/protesters-storm-ebonyi-court-over-judges-recusal-from-pdp-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 12:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/protesters-storm-ebonyi-court-over-judges-recusal-from-pdp-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Nigerian government reduced number of out-of-school children to 6.9 million in 2020 – minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adamu, who spoke at the 2020 Annual Ministerial briefing in Abuja on Thursday, said that the reduction was through the Federal Government&rsquo;s Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA) initiative.<br />
The post How Nigerian government reduced number of out-of-school children to 6.9 million in 2020 &ndash; minister appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/how-nigerian-government-reduced-number-of-out-of-school-children-to-69-million-in-2020-minister/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 11:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/how-nigerian-government-reduced-number-of-out-of-school-children-to-69-million-in-2020-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi bans nightclubs, drinking joints, other public places as coronavirus cases surge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi government has announced a ban on nightclubs and drinking joints among others to forestall the spread of the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi bans nightclubs, drinking joints, other public places as coronavirus cases surge appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-bans-nightclubs-drinking-joints-other-public-places-as-coronavirus-cases-surge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 10:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-bans-nightclubs-drinking-joints-other-public-places-as-coronavirus-cases-surge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian records 1,964 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coronavirus (COVID-19) infections in Nigeria have continued to surge as the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) recorded 1,964 new cases, bringing the total number of infections to 116,655.<br />
The post Nigerian records 1,964 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-records-1964-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2021 10:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-records-1964-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria: Out-of-school children drops from 10.5 million to 6.95 million in one year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government has said that through its Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA) programme, the disturbing statistics of out-of-school children from 10.5 million has dropped in the last one year to 6,946,328.<br />
The post Nigeria: Out-of-school children drops from 10.5 million to 6.95 million in one year appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-out-of-school-children-drops-from-105-million-to-695-million-in-one-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2021 15:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-out-of-school-children-drops-from-105-million-to-695-million-in-one-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,386 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 1,386 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 114,691.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,386 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1386-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2021 08:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1386-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: Ebonyi teachers seek more personal protective equipment in schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Ebonyi chapter, has charged government at all levels to supply more personal protective equipment (PPE) in schools.<br />
The post Coronavirus: Ebonyi teachers seek more personal protective equipment in schools appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-ebonyi-teachers-seek-more-personal-protective-equipment-in-schools/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2021 16:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-ebonyi-teachers-seek-more-personal-protective-equipment-in-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU, Ebonyi  government bicker over state university shutdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[A meeting to resolve the ongoing impasse between Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the Ebonyi Government ended in a deadlock on Tuesday, with either side blaming the other.<br />
The post ASUU, Ebonyigovernment bicker over state university shutdown appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asuu-ebonyi-government-bicker-over-state-university-shutdown/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2021 10:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asuu-ebonyi-government-bicker-over-state-university-shutdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 15 more coronavirus-related deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Tuesday logged another relatively high daily death tally from COVID-19 with 15 people dying from the disease. This took the death toll in the last three days to 44.<br />
The post Nigeria records 15 more coronavirus-related deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-15-more-coronavirus-related-deaths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2021 08:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-15-more-coronavirus-related-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,301 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 1,301 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infected people in the country to 113,305.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,301 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1301-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2021 07:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1301-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP drags judge to court, accuses him of working for Ebonyi governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Justice Vincent Nwancho of Ebony State High Court, of acting under the influence of the Governor of the State, Engr. Dave Umahi in a matter before his court, against the state&rsquo;s helmsman.<br />
The post PDP drags judge to court, accuses him of working for Ebonyi governor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-drags-judge-to-court-accuses-him-of-working-for-ebonyi-governor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-drags-judge-to-court-accuses-him-of-working-for-ebonyi-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Average price per litre of kerosene dips slightly in December]]></title><description><![CDATA[The average price per litre paid by consumers for National Household Kerosene decreased slightly to N352.79 in December 2020 from N353.38 in November, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).<br />
The post NBS: Average price per litre of kerosene dips slightly in December appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-average-price-per-litre-of-kerosene-dips-slightly-in-december/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2021 16:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-average-price-per-litre-of-kerosene-dips-slightly-in-december/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,617 new coronavirus infections, 14 more deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control recorded 1,617 new cases of the CoronaVirus Disease (COVID-19) in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,617 new coronavirus infections, 14 more deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1617-new-coronavirus-infections-14-more-deaths/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2021 09:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1617-new-coronavirus-infections-14-more-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court fixes date to rule on suit challenging dissolution of Ebonyi PDP executives]]></title><description><![CDATA[A High Court sitting in Abakaliki, yesterday said it would rule on the matter challenging the dissolution of the Ward, Local Government and State executives of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State by the National Leadership of the Party on Wednesday, 20th of January 2021.<br />
The post Court fixes date to rule on suit challenging dissolution of Ebonyi PDP executives appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-fixes-date-to-rule-on-suit-challenging-dissolution-of-ebonyi-pdp-executives/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2021 09:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/court-fixes-date-to-rule-on-suit-challenging-dissolution-of-ebonyi-pdp-executives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[52 Non-career ambassadors for deployment to missions abroad]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Abia State nominee, Mrs. Uzoma Emenike will serve in Washington DC as Nigeria&rsquo;s Ambassador to the United States of America while a former Minister from Ogun State, Sharafa Ishola, is posted to the United Kingdom as High Commissioner.<br />
The post 52 Non-career ambassadors for deployment to missions abroad appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/52-non-career-ambassadors-for-deployment-to-missions-abroad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 22:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/52-non-career-ambassadors-for-deployment-to-missions-abroad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi gets new police chief]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Commissioner of Police (CP) for Ebonyi, Mr Aliyu Garba, assumed duty on Monday, an official has said.<br />
The post Ebonyi gets new police chief appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-gets-new-police-chief/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-gets-new-police-chief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lassa fever kills two in Bauchi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two people in Bauchi State were killed as a result of Lassa fever infection in the first week of 2021, according to the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).<br />
The post Lassa fever kills two in Bauchi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lassa-fever-kills-two-in-bauchi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lassa-fever-kills-two-in-bauchi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos records 901 new coronavirus cases in 24 hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lagos records 901 cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, the highest number of daily infections to be recorded by the State since the virus was first confirmed in the country on February 27.<br />
The post Lagos records 901 new coronavirus cases in 24 hours appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-901-new-coronavirus-cases-in-24-hours/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-901-new-coronavirus-cases-in-24-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,444 new coronavirus infections, total now 110,387]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 1,444 new cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,444 new coronavirus infections, total now 110,387 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1444-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-110387/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 07:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1444-new-coronavirus-infections-total-now-110387/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,598 new coronavirus infections, 7 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Saturday reported 1,598 new cases of COVID-19 with seven deaths.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,598 new coronavirus infections, 7 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1598-new-coronavirus-infections-7-deaths/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jan 2021 09:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1598-new-coronavirus-infections-7-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Igbo president‘ll ensure post civil war full integration – aspirant]]></title><description><![CDATA[A presidential aspirant for 2023 general election and former Chief Judge of Anambra State, Professor Peter Umeadi has argued that electing an Igbo as president of Nigeria in 2023 would ensure full integration of all sections of the country, which is being clamoured for since the end of the Nigeria civil war 51 years ago.<br />
The post 2023: Igbo president&lsquo;ll ensure post civil war full integration &ndash; aspirant appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-igbo-presidentll-ensure-post-civil-war-full-integration-aspirant/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2021 15:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-igbo-presidentll-ensure-post-civil-war-full-integration-aspirant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi APC: Governor Umahi will contest 2023 presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The party stated this on Thursday when its State Chairman, Stanley Okoroemegha, received the Forum of Senior Technical Assistants, Technical Assistants and Executive Assistants to the governor at the party secretariat in Abakaliki.<br />
The post Ebonyi APC: Governor Umahi will contest 2023 presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-governor-umahi-will-contest-2023-presidency/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2021 08:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-governor-umahi-will-contest-2023-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lecturer found dead with bullet wounds in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lecturer with the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike Ikwo, Ebonyi State, Mr Kyrian Nwoke, has been murdered by unknown assailants.<br />
The post Lecturer found dead with bullet wounds in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lecturer-found-dead-with-bullet-wounds-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 21:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lecturer-found-dead-with-bullet-wounds-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP faction: We’ll not participate in Kano council election]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kawankwasiyya faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kano state has insisted that it will not participate in the oncoming Local Government elections in the state even as the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, KANSIEC has announced that the party is going to participate.<br />
The post PDP faction: We&rsquo;ll not participate in Kano council election appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-faction-well-not-participate-in-kano-council-election/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-faction-well-not-participate-in-kano-council-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohanaeze: Security for Ndigbo is my priority – George Obiozor]]></title><description><![CDATA[President-General of apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Professor George Obiozor, has promisedto make security of the race one of his top priorities.<br />
The post Ohanaeze: Security for Ndigbo is my priority &ndash; George Obiozor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohanaeze-security-for-ndigbo-is-my-priority-george-obiozor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohanaeze-security-for-ndigbo-is-my-priority-george-obiozor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We’ve formed joint security outfit for South East – governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of the South East Governors Forum and Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has said governors and leaders of the zone have finally formed a joint security outfit to tackle their security challenges.<br />
The post We&rsquo;ve formed joint security outfit for South East &ndash; governors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/weve-formed-joint-security-outfit-for-south-east-governors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/weve-formed-joint-security-outfit-for-south-east-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,270 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has announced 1,270 new cases of COVID-19 bringing the total number of infections to 102,601.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,270 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1270-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1270-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 12 new deaths from coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the second wave of COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly across Nigeria, more people are dying from the disease, a situation health officials attributed to late referral of COVID-19 patients to treatment centres.<br />
The post Nigeria records 12 new deaths from coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-12-new-deaths-from-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-12-new-deaths-from-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor pledges to abide by peace pact with political opponents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has pledged to abide by the peace pact he made with political opponents in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).<br />
The post Ebonyi governor pledges to abide by peace pact with political opponents appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-pledges-to-abide-by-peace-pact-with-political-opponents/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2021 21:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-pledges-to-abide-by-peace-pact-with-political-opponents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: Ebonyi to deploy two nurses per school – official]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Government said it will deploy two nurses to each public schools ahead of January 18 resumption to stem the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic.<br />
The post Coronavirus: Ebonyi to deploy two nurses per school &ndash; official appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-ebonyi-to-deploy-two-nurses-per-school-official/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2021 14:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-ebonyi-to-deploy-two-nurses-per-school-official/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Active data subscription hits 151.51 million]]></title><description><![CDATA[The total number of active internet subscribers increased to 151.51 million in the third quarter of last year (Q3 2020) compared to 143.63 million subscribers in the preceding quarter and 136.20 million in Q1, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).<br />
The post NBS: Active data subscription hits 151.51 million appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-active-data-subscription-hits-15151-million/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2021 12:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-active-data-subscription-hits-15151-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government flags off extended public work programme in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday said beneficiaries of the 774,000 extended Public Work Programme of the federal government will become self-employed and employers of labour after period of three months the programme will last.<br />
The post Nigerian government flags off extended public work programme in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-flags-off-extended-public-work-programme-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2021 11:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-flags-off-extended-public-work-programme-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police desert duty posts after three officers killed in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apparently troubled by the recent attacks meted out on policemen on duty at various divisions in the State, Policemen seem to have deserted their duty posts and their popular checkpoints in Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Police desert duty posts after three officers killed in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-desert-duty-posts-after-three-officers-killed-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2021 16:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-desert-duty-posts-after-three-officers-killed-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-east governors pledge support for new Ohanaeze president]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governors of the South-east states yesterday pledged to work with the new President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the Igbo apex socio-political organisation, Prof. George Obiozor<br />
The post South-east governors pledge support for new Ohanaeze president appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-pledge-support-for-new-ohanaeze-president/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2021 07:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-pledge-support-for-new-ohanaeze-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government lists conditions for states to access coronavirus vaccines]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has listed conditions for states to meet before the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine being expected wt the end of January would be released to them.<br />
The post Nigerian government lists conditions for states to access coronavirus vaccines appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-lists-conditions-for-states-to-access-coronavirus-vaccines/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 19:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-lists-conditions-for-states-to-access-coronavirus-vaccines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luxury bus drivers threaten to block highways in protest against illegal tolls collection in Benue, Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group however gave federal and state governments 14 days ultimatum to dismantle all road blocks mounted by produce toll collectors on the roads whom they said forcefully collect money and beat them on the highways.<br />
The post Luxury bus drivers threaten to block highways in protest against illegal tolls collection in Benue, Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/luxury-bus-drivers-threaten-to-block-highways-in-protest-against-illegal-tolls-collection-in-benue-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 17:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/luxury-bus-drivers-threaten-to-block-highways-in-protest-against-illegal-tolls-collection-in-benue-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu DISCO to invests N1.6 billion on network expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) said it will spend N1.6 billion on 30 electricity network expansion projects within the South-East.<br />
The post Enugu DISCO to invests N1.6 billion on network expansion appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-disco-to-invests-n16-billion-on-network-expansion/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 16:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-disco-to-invests-n16-billion-on-network-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi group: Governor Umahi’s successor to be picked on competence not zoning]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in the Diaspora (AESID) said competent and credible leadership should be the yardstick for determining Gov. Dave Umahi&rsquo;s successor rather than zoning.<br />
The post Ebonyi group: Governor Umahi&rsquo;s successor to be picked on competence not zoning appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-governor-umahis-successor-to-be-picked-on-competence-not-zoning/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 15:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-governor-umahis-successor-to-be-picked-on-competence-not-zoning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catholic bishop meets Governor Umahi, Senators Anyim, Egwu over political differences]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Catholic Bishop of Abakaliki diocese, Bishop Nnachi Okoro, weekend waded into the clash of political interest that had ensued between Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State and the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator Pius Anyim among others.<br />
The post Catholic bishop meets Governor Umahi, Senators Anyim, Egwu over political differences appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/catholic-bishop-meets-governor-umahi-senators-anyim-egwu-over-political-differences/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/catholic-bishop-meets-governor-umahi-senators-anyim-egwu-over-political-differences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hoodlums attack police station in Ebonyi, kill three police officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the attack on Onueke police station in Ezza South Local Government area of the state by hoodlums.<br />
The post Hoodlums attack police station in Ebonyi, kill three police officers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/hoodlums-attack-police-station-in-ebonyi-kill-three-police-officers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 11:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/hoodlums-attack-police-station-in-ebonyi-kill-three-police-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPHCDA: Rate of infection to determine coronavirus vaccine distribution]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Primary Health Care Development Agency, (NPHCDA), has announced a distribution plan for the COVID-19 vaccine in the country, saying that the rate of infection in each state was the criterion used in the distribution.<br />
The post NPHCDA: Rate of infection to determine coronavirus vaccine distribution appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-rate-of-infection-to-determine-coronavirus-vaccine-distribution/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 09:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nphcda-rate-of-infection-to-determine-coronavirus-vaccine-distribution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,544 new coronavirus cases, 12 more deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the second wave of the COVID-19 continues to spread in Nigeria, more people are dying from the disease and health officials are advising stricter adherence to safety measures as the only way to slow further spread.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,544 new coronavirus cases, 12 more deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1544-new-coronavirus-cases-12-more-deaths/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2021 08:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1544-new-coronavirus-cases-12-more-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor reveals people behind killings in South-East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi, who is the Chairman of the South-East Governors Forum, said desperate politicians are behind the killings and kidnappings in the region.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor reveals people behind killings in South-East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-reveals-people-behind-killings-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 09:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-reveals-people-behind-killings-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,354 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has recorded 1,354 new infections of the deadly coronavirus (COVID-19), the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) disclosed on its website on Tuesday.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,354 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1354-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 08:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1354-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VP Osinbajo updates President Buhari on implementation of economic sustainability plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja received Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, who updated him on the progress so far in the implementation of the Economic Sustainability Plan.<br />
The post VP Osinbajo updates President Buhari on implementation of economic sustainability plan appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-updates-president-buhari-on-implementation-of-economic-sustainability-plan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 07:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-updates-president-buhari-on-implementation-of-economic-sustainability-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB asks Ebonyi governor to stop harassing people over ‘APC’s promise to make him vice-president’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Indigenous People of Biafra has told the Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, to stop harassing his own people because he has allegedly been promised the position of vice-president in 2023.<br />
The post IPOB asks Ebonyi governor to stop harassing people over &lsquo;APC&rsquo;s promise to make him vice-president&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-asks-ebonyi-governor-to-stop-harassing-people-over-apcs-promise-to-make-him-vice-president/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 07:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-asks-ebonyi-governor-to-stop-harassing-people-over-apcs-promise-to-make-him-vice-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Igbo political leaders urge APC, PDP, others to nominate presidential candidates from South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prominent politicians from the South-East on Tuesday met and resolved to unite across party lines to work for the emergence of Nigeria&rsquo;s president of Igbo extraction in 2023.<br />
The post 2023: Igbo political leaders urge APC, PDP, others to nominate presidential candidates from South East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-igbo-political-leaders-urge-apc-pdp-others-to-nominate-presidential-candidates-from-south-east/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2021 20:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-igbo-political-leaders-urge-apc-pdp-others-to-nominate-presidential-candidates-from-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor orders arrest of persons circulating fake video of attack on herders]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi government on Monday ordered the arrest of circulators of a video on social media that Fulani herdsmen were being attacked and chased out of the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor orders arrest of persons circulating fake video of attack on herders appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-orders-arrest-of-persons-circulating-fake-video-of-attack-on-herders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2021 19:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-orders-arrest-of-persons-circulating-fake-video-of-attack-on-herders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police: Fulani herdsmen not under attack in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Police Command has described as &ldquo;fake, baseless and mischievous&rdquo; an online video in circulation alleging that Fulani herdsmen in the state were being attacked and forced to leave the state.<br />
The post Police: Fulani herdsmen not under attack in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-fulani-herdsmen-not-under-attack-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2021 09:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-fulani-herdsmen-not-under-attack-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos, Rivers lead in states’ domestic debts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The domestic debts owed by state governments and the Federal Capital Territory rose to N4.19tn at the end of the third quarter of 2020, with Lagos, Rivers and Akwa Ibom as the three most indebted, according to the latest data from the Debt Management Office.<br />
The post Lagos, Rivers lead in states&rsquo; domestic debts appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-rivers-lead-in-states-domestic-debts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-rivers-lead-in-states-domestic-debts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Anyim: Oil exploration will not be relevant in 15 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Secretary to Government of Federation, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, has charged Nigerians to be careful in their investment as oil exploration will not be relevant in 15 years.<br />
The post Senator Anyim: Oil exploration will not be relevant in 15 years appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyim-oil-exploration-will-not-be-relevant-in-15-years/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jan 2021 20:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyim-oil-exploration-will-not-be-relevant-in-15-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi still remains our leader, friend – PDP lawmaker]]></title><description><![CDATA[A federal lawmaker, Chief Sylvester Ogbaga, says Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi remains the leader and friend of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state, notwithstanding his defection to the All Progressives Congress.<br />
The post Governor Umahi still remains our leader, friend &ndash; PDP lawmaker appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-still-remains-our-leader-friend-pdp-lawmaker/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jan 2021 19:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-still-remains-our-leader-friend-pdp-lawmaker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Igbo presidency achievable, if….  – Senator Ayogu Eze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Enugu State, Sen. Ayogu Eze, at the weekend said that a Nigerian President of Igbo extraction was possible in 2023, if people of the region would unite and be committed to the project.<br />
The post 2023: Igbo presidency achievable, if&hellip;.&ndash; Senator Ayogu Eze appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-igbo-presidency-achievable-if-senator-ayogu-eze/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jan 2021 18:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-igbo-presidency-achievable-if-senator-ayogu-eze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC decries non-collection of processed drivers’ license in South-East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr Owoimaha Udoma, Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has decried the non-collection of thousands of processed drivers&rsquo; licenses by the owners in the South-East zone.<br />
The post FRSC decries non-collection of processed drivers&rsquo; license in South-East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-decries-non-collection-of-processed-drivers-license-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jan 2021 15:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-decries-non-collection-of-processed-drivers-license-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi CP orders investigation into fire incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Commissioner of Police (CP) in Ebonyi, Mr. Philip Maku, has ordered a full investigation into the fire outbreak that left no fewer than five persons dead on New Year.<br />
The post Ebonyi CP orders investigation into fire incident appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-cp-orders-investigation-into-fire-incident/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jan 2021 15:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-cp-orders-investigation-into-fire-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC: Nigeria’s coronavirus deaths now 1,302]]></title><description><![CDATA[Data on the NCDC&rsquo;s website showed that Nigeria has so far tested 952,975 persons since the first confirmed case of the COVID-19 was recorded in the country on February 27, 2020.<br />
The post NCDC: Nigeria&rsquo;s coronavirus deaths now 1,302 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-nigerias-coronavirus-deaths-now-1302/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jan 2021 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-nigerias-coronavirus-deaths-now-1302/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Ayogu Eze: Two more Southeast governors to join APC soon]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress, APC, guber candidate during the 2019 election in Enugu State, Senator Ayogu Eze, on Saturday, hinted that two more governors from the Southeast are on their way to the party.<br />
The post Senator Ayogu Eze: Two more Southeast governors to join APC soon appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-ayogu-eze-two-more-southeast-governors-to-join-apc-soon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 20:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-ayogu-eze-two-more-southeast-governors-to-join-apc-soon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu: Christmas returnees air their bad road experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[A common feature of the 2020 Christmas celebration in the South East was massive traffic hold ups, particularly along federal highways such as in Enugu-Ontisha expressway and Enugu-Port Harcourt road.<br />
The post Enugu: Christmas returnees air their bad road experience appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-christmas-returnees-air-their-bad-road-experience/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-christmas-returnees-air-their-bad-road-experience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi schools to now open on January 18]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government, on Saturday, directed all public and private schools in the state to resume classes on 18th January, 2021.<br />
The post Ebonyi schools to now open on January 18 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-schools-to-now-open-on-january-18/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 13:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-schools-to-now-open-on-january-18/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2020: Lassa fever 244 kills in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) revealed in its final situation report for 2020 that a total of 1,181 cases were recorded across the country.<br />
The post 2020: Lassa fever 244 kills in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2020-lassa-fever-244-kills-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 09:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2020-lassa-fever-244-kills-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imo governor accuses predecessor of planning to destroy APC before defecting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo state has accused his predecessor, Rochas Okorocha of planning to destroy the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state before defecting to another party.<br />
The post Imo governor accuses predecessor of planning to destroy APC before defecting appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-governor-accuses-predecessor-of-planning-to-destroy-apc-before-defecting/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2021 09:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-governor-accuses-predecessor-of-planning-to-destroy-apc-before-defecting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-East PDP: President Buhari failing in security, economy, anti-corruption]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South-East chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party says President Muhammadu Buhari has failed to deliver on his key promises which include- improving security, strengthening the economy and tackling corruption.<br />
The post South-East PDP: President Buhari failing in security, economy, anti-corruption appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-pdp-president-buhari-failing-in-security-economy-anti-corruption/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jan 2021 18:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-pdp-president-buhari-failing-in-security-economy-anti-corruption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Ogbuoji: 13 Ebonyi councils can’t give Governor Umahi presidential ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two-time Senator who represented Ebonyi South zone at the National Assembly, Senator Sunny Ogbuoji, Friday counselled the leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ebonyi State to be discreet and diplomatic in handling party affairs as the 13 Local Government Areas of the State do not have the capacity to give Governor David Umahi the Presidential ticket, if he (Umahi) decides to run for the position of the President in 2023.<br />
The post Senator Ogbuoji: 13 Ebonyi councils can&rsquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-ogbuoji-13-ebonyi-councils-cant-give-governor-umahi-presidential-ticket/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jan 2021 17:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-ogbuoji-13-ebonyi-councils-cant-give-governor-umahi-presidential-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDLEA: Illicit drug abuse played big role in #EndSARS violence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has decried the high indulgence of youths in illicit drugs trade which leads to the increased crime rate in the country.<br />
The post NDLEA: Illicit drug abuse played big role in #EndSARS violence appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ndlea-illicit-drug-abuse-played-big-role-in-endsars-violence/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jan 2021 16:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ndlea-illicit-drug-abuse-played-big-role-in-endsars-violence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor: Let’s keep hope alive to overcome our challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has urged the people to keep hope alive to overcome all challenges in the state as they step into the New Year.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor: Let&rsquo;s keep hope alive to overcome our challenges appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-lets-keep-hope-alive-to-overcome-our-challenges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jan 2021 10:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-lets-keep-hope-alive-to-overcome-our-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Uzodinma: APC set to take over South-East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, has assured the South-East that the All Progressives Congress has great benefits and reward mechanism lined up for the zone.<br />
The post Governor Uzodinma: APC set to take over South-East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-uzodinma-apc-set-to-take-over-south-east/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2020 11:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-uzodinma-apc-set-to-take-over-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guy Ikokwu: Ohanaeze poll must not hold in government house]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;However, the election must be for at least three candidates. It must be by secret ballot and must not be done in the Government House. It had happened before when the EbonyiThe post Guy Ikokwu: Ohanaeze poll must not hold in government house appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/guy-ikokwu-ohanaeze-poll-must-not-hold-in-government-house/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2020 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/guy-ikokwu-ohanaeze-poll-must-not-hold-in-government-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor charges state exco members to remain loyal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has advised members of the state Executive Council (EXCO) to continue to remain loyal to his administration and not indulge in any acts of betrayal, in spite of the circumstance.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor charges state exco members to remain loyal appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-charges-state-exco-members-to-remain-loyal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2020 23:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-charges-state-exco-members-to-remain-loyal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi charges state executive members to remain loyal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi Governor David Umahi has advised members of the State Executive Council (EXCO) to continue to remain loyal to his administration.<br />
The post Governor Umahi charges state executive members to remain loyal appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-charges-state-executive-members-to-remain-loyal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2020 19:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-charges-state-executive-members-to-remain-loyal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of Reps member petitions army over ‘unlawful dismissal’ of soldiers from Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ogah however, used the occasion to intimate them on his activities for the one year he has been in office as their representative in the National Assembly, saying that he had submitted petition against the dismissal of policemen from Ebonyi state for no cogent reason by the Nigeria Police Force and that the dismissed Policemen have all been reinstated.<br />
The post House of Reps member petitions army over &lsquo;unlawful dismissal&rsquo; of soldiers from Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-member-petitions-army-over-unlawful-dismissal-of-soldiers-from-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2020 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-member-petitions-army-over-unlawful-dismissal-of-soldiers-from-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate president lauds Governor Ugwuanyi’s commitment to national unity]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of the Senate, Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, yesterday, lauded Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State, for promoting national unity and integration across party divide.<br />
The post Senate president lauds Governor Ugwuanyi&rsquo;s commitment to national unity appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-president-lauds-governor-ugwuanyis-commitment-to-national-unity/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2020 15:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-president-lauds-governor-ugwuanyis-commitment-to-national-unity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PSC: Promotion in Police based on availability of vacancies, seniority, merit not ethnical]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Service Commission (PSC), has debunked claims by the OHANEZE Ndigbo, that only one Igbo indigene was promoted to the rank of Commissioner of Police in the recent promotion exercise of the Nigerian police.<br />
The post PSC: Promotion in Police based on availability of vacancies, seniority, merit not ethnical appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/psc-promotion-in-police-based-on-availability-of-vacancies-seniority-merit-not-ethnical/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Dec 2020 21:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/psc-promotion-in-police-based-on-availability-of-vacancies-seniority-merit-not-ethnical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cultism: Ebonyi governor promises to reward informants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has promised a handsome reward to any informant that could lead security agencies to hideouts and training ground of cultists in the state.<br />
The post Cultism: Ebonyi governor promises to reward informants appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cultism-ebonyi-governor-promises-to-reward-informants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Dec 2020 13:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/cultism-ebonyi-governor-promises-to-reward-informants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAN accuses Anambra governor of religious bigotry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chairman, Christians Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Anambra State, Rev. Ndubuisi John has accused Governor Willie Obiano of marginalising the Christian body in the state.<br />
The post CAN accuses Anambra governor of religious bigotry appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/can-accuses-anambra-governor-of-religious-bigotry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/can-accuses-anambra-governor-of-religious-bigotry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB chides South East governors over rejection of security outfit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has slammed governors in the South-east over rejection of a security outfit recently launched by the pro-Biafran group.<br />
The post IPOB chides South East governors over rejection of security outfit appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-chides-south-east-governors-over-rejection-of-security-outfit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2020 16:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-chides-south-east-governors-over-rejection-of-security-outfit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB dares South-East governors over ‘Eastern Security Network’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the recent comment made by the Governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi, on behalf of his South-East counterparts, distancing themselves from the recently launched security outfit of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and claiming that the outfit is non-existent, the group has maintained that nobody can stop it from functioning.<br />
The post IPOB dares South-East governors over &lsquo;Eastern Security Network&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-dares-south-east-governors-over-eastern-security-network/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2020 14:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-dares-south-east-governors-over-eastern-security-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nnamdi Kanu: Miyetti Allah responsible for Kankara schoolboys kidnap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nnamdi Kanu has accused the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, of having carried out the kidnap of the 344 students of Government Science Secondary School, in Kankara, Katsina State.<br />
The post Nnamdi Kanu: Miyetti Allah responsible for Kankara schoolboys kidnap appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nnamdi-kanu-miyetti-allah-responsible-for-kankara-schoolboys-kidnap/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2020 09:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nnamdi-kanu-miyetti-allah-responsible-for-kankara-schoolboys-kidnap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police commission promotes four new DIGs, AIGs, CPs, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Service Commission (PSC), has announced the promotion of four Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIG), to the rank of Deputy Inspectors General of Police and thirteen Commissioners to Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIG).<br />
The post Police commission promotes four new DIGs, AIGs, CPs, others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-commission-promotes-four-new-digs-aigs-cps-others/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 20:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-commission-promotes-four-new-digs-aigs-cps-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIMC insists on deadline for linking of NIN to mobile numbers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite criticisms from many Nigerians of the two-week ultimatum for the registration and linking of National Identity Number (NIN) to mobile numbers, the federal government has insisted on the deadline.<br />
The post NIMC insists on deadline for linking of NIN to mobile numbers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimc-insists-on-deadline-for-linking-of-nin-to-mobile-numbers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 16:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimc-insists-on-deadline-for-linking-of-nin-to-mobile-numbers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria sets new record in number of new one day infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has registered 1,145 new infections of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria sets new record in number of new one day infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-sets-new-record-in-number-of-new-one-day-infections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 08:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-sets-new-record-in-number-of-new-one-day-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: PDP BoT urges aggrieved party members to sheathe swords]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of the PDP Board of Trustees (BoT), Senator Walid Jibrin, has asked all aggrieved members not to jump ship as the party&rsquo;s top echelon is working hard to resolve all issues ahead of 2023 general elections.<br />
The post 2023: PDP BoT urges aggrieved party members to sheathe swords appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-bot-urges-aggrieved-party-members-to-sheathe-swords/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 03:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-bot-urges-aggrieved-party-members-to-sheathe-swords/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 1,145 new coronavirus cases, one death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Thursday for the first time since the pandemic crossed 1,000 daily COVID-19 infections with 1,145 new confirmed cases of the disease and one death.<br />
The post Nigeria records 1,145 new coronavirus cases, one death appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1145-new-coronavirus-cases-one-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 01:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-1145-new-coronavirus-cases-one-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 930 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre For Disease Control, NCDC, has announced 930 new cases of coronavirus infections in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria records 930 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-930-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2020 07:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-930-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kebbi has highest out-of-school children – survey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kebbi State has the highest population of out-of-school children, the 2020 Nigeria Education Data Survey (NEDS) has revealed.<br />
The post Kebbi has highest out-of-school children &ndash;&nbsp;survey appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kebbi-has-highest-out-of-school-children-survey/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2020 07:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kebbi-has-highest-out-of-school-children-survey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYSC: No positive cases of coronavirus at orientation camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Commissioner for Health in Ebonyi, Dr Daniel Umezurike, recently claimed that some corps members in the camp had tested positive to the virus.<br />
The post NYSC: No positive cases of coronavirus at orientation camp appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nysc-no-positive-cases-of-coronavirus-at-orientation-camp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nysc-no-positive-cases-of-coronavirus-at-orientation-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi presents 2021 budget estimate of N123 billion to Ebonyi Assembly]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has presented the 2021 Appropriation Bill of N122, 852, 045, 22.49 to the state House of Assembly.<br />
The post Governor Umahi presents 2021 budget estimate of N123 billion to Ebonyi Assembly appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-presents-2021-budget-estimate-of-n123-billion-to-ebonyi-assembly/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-presents-2021-budget-estimate-of-n123-billion-to-ebonyi-assembly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kebbi, Yobe, Zamfara top list of out-of-school children – survey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kebbi, Yobe and Zamfara states have the highest number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, according to Nigeria Education Data Survey (NEDS) 2020.<br />
The post Kebbi, Yobe, Zamfara top list of out-of-school children &ndash; survey appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kebbi-yobe-zamfara-top-list-of-out-of-school-children-survey/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 10:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kebbi-yobe-zamfara-top-list-of-out-of-school-children-survey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 758 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Tuesday recorded 758 new COVID-19 infections according to data from the Nigeria Centre For Disease Control (NCDC), bringing the nation&rsquo;s total number of confirmed cases to 74,132.<br />
The post Nigeria records 758 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-758-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-758-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra takes measures to rid capital city of street beggars]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Commissioner For Women and Children Affairs in Anambra, Mrs Ndidi Mezue, says the ministry has initiated steps to rid Awka, the capital city, and other major towns, of street beggars.<br />
The post Anambra takes measures to rid capital city of street beggars appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-takes-measures-to-rid-capital-city-of-street-beggars/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/anambra-takes-measures-to-rid-capital-city-of-street-beggars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s inflation hit 14.89 percent in November]]></title><description><![CDATA[After attaining the highest level in 30 months in October, Nigeria&rsquo;s headline inflation climbed further to 14.89 per cent, the latest figures by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) show.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s inflation hit 14.89 percent in November appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-inflation-hit-1489-percent-in-november/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2020 12:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-inflation-hit-1489-percent-in-november/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian banks record ₦42.4 billion decline in non-performing loans]]></title><description><![CDATA[A report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has shown that Nigeria&rsquo;s banking sector non-performing loans dropped by N42.4 billion in three months.<br />
The post Nigerian banks record &#8358;42.4 billion decline in non-performing loans appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-banks-record-424-billion-decline-in-non-performing-loans/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2020 09:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-banks-record-424-billion-decline-in-non-performing-loans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vice Chancellor blames cultism in schools on idleness among students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prof. Chinedum Nwajiuba, the Vice Chancellor, Alex-Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu Alike Ikwo (FUNAI), Ebonyi, has said that idleness among students leads them into cultism.<br />
The post Vice Chancellor blames cultism in schools on idleness among students appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vice-chancellor-blames-cultism-in-schools-on-idleness-among-students/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vice-chancellor-blames-cultism-in-schools-on-idleness-among-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presidency: 20 states indicate interest in federal government’s 300,000-unit housing scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 20 states and the Federal Capital Territory have indicated an interest in joining the federal government&rsquo;s 300,000, low-cost National Social Housing Plan (NSHP), the presidency has said.<br />
The post Presidency: 20 states indicate interest in federal government&rsquo;s 300,000-unit housing scheme appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-20-states-indicate-interest-in-federal-governments-300000-unit-housing-scheme/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/presidency-20-states-indicate-interest-in-federal-governments-300000-unit-housing-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria discharges 240 coronavirus patients, reports 418 new cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) says 240 COVID-19 patients have recovered and had been discharged in the last 24 hours while the country also recorded 418 new cases of the virus in the same period.<br />
The post Nigeria discharges 240 coronavirus patients, reports 418 new cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-discharges-240-coronavirus-patients-reports-418-new-cases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 08:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-discharges-240-coronavirus-patients-reports-418-new-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria reports 418 new coronavirus infections, total hits 73,175]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 418 new cases of COVID-19 in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria reports 418 new coronavirus infections, total hits 73,175 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-reports-418-new-coronavirus-infections-total-hits-73175/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 06:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-reports-418-new-coronavirus-infections-total-hits-73175/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi declares war on cult groups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi on Sunday declared war on cult groups currently attacking residents of Abakaliki and other parts of the state.<br />
The post Governor Umahi declares war on cult groups appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-declares-war-on-cult-groups/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2020 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-declares-war-on-cult-groups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government determined to use space science to address economic challenges, others – minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, has said that investment in Space Science and Technology will positively address environmental, security, research, economic, health and other challenges confronting the nation.<br />
The post Nigerian government determined to use space science to address economic challenges, others &ndash; minister appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-determined-to-use-space-science-to-address-economic-challenges-others-minister/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2020 21:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-determined-to-use-space-science-to-address-economic-challenges-others-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yuletide: FRSC urges motorists to obey traffic rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has advised motorists to obey traffic regulation in order to avert road crashes during the Christmas and New Year celebrations.<br />
The post Yuletide: FRSC urges motorists to obey traffic rules appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/yuletide-frsc-urges-motorists-to-obey-traffic-rules/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2020 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/yuletide-frsc-urges-motorists-to-obey-traffic-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uche Secondus: We’re handing PDP to youths for effective leadership]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus, has said that the party had commenced moves to hand over its structure to Nigerian youths to provide effective leadership for the country.<br />
The post Uche Secondus: We&rsquo;re handing PDP to youths for effective leadership appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/uche-secondus-were-handing-pdp-to-youths-for-effective-leadership/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2020 11:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/uche-secondus-were-handing-pdp-to-youths-for-effective-leadership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PTF to submit final report to President Buhari in two weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 (PTF) has announced that it will submit its final report to President Muhammadu Buhari in the two weeks.<br />
The post PTF to submit final report to President Buhari in two weeks appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ptf-to-submit-final-report-to-president-buhari-in-two-weeks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2020 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ptf-to-submit-final-report-to-president-buhari-in-two-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: States still not testing enough – NCDC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Director-General, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Chikwe Ihekweazu, has expressed regrets that some states were still not testing enough.<br />
The post Coronavirus: States still not testing enough &ndash; NCDC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-states-still-not-testing-enough-ncdc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 23:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-states-still-not-testing-enough-ncdc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHRC: Ending gender-based violence is responsibility of all]]></title><description><![CDATA[In commemoration of the International Human Rights Day, the National Human Rights Commission, Ebonyi State Chapter, Thursday, called on all citizens to join hands to put an end to all forms of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, SGBV.<br />
The post NHRC: Ending gender-based violence is responsibility of all appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-ending-gender-based-violence-is-responsibility-of-all/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 23:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-ending-gender-based-violence-is-responsibility-of-all/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP member drags chief judge to CJN, NJC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chairman of the Caretaker Committee of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, Elder Fred Udeogu has dragged the State Chief Judge, Justice Anselm Nwigwe before the National Judicial Council (NJC) and Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) an ex parte injunction in the suit challenging Governor Dave Umahi&rsquo;s decision to suspend the PDP State Executive Committee.<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP member drags chief judge to CJN, NJC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-member-drags-chief-judge-to-cjn-njc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-member-drags-chief-judge-to-cjn-njc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC chieftain alleges plan to destabilize party using courts in Rivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Finebone, a chieftain of All Progressives Congress, APC, claims he has uncovered plans by a group working in cohort with the Rivers government to use the state judiciary to destabilize the party.<br />
The post APC chieftain alleges plan to destabilize party using courts in Rivers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-chieftain-alleges-plan-to-destabilize-party-using-courts-in-rivers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 21:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-chieftain-alleges-plan-to-destabilize-party-using-courts-in-rivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi council boss seals PDP chairman’s school for ‘refusal to decamp to APC’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has condemned in strong terms the closure of a private school belonging to the party&rsquo;s Chairman in Ezza South Local Government Area, Friday Agbom, for allegedly refusing to decamp to the All Progressives Congress.<br />
The post Ebonyi council boss seals PDP chairman&rsquo;s school for &lsquo;refusal to decamp to APC&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-council-boss-seals-pdp-chairmans-school-for-refusal-to-decamp-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 21:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-council-boss-seals-pdp-chairmans-school-for-refusal-to-decamp-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IGP tells police officers to ‘shoot’ whenever their lives are in danger]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Inspector General of Police, IGP Mohammed Adamu, Tuesday called on the officers of Ebonyi State Police Command to use their firearms whenever their lives are in danger.<br />
The post IGP tells police officers to &lsquo;shoot&rsquo; whenever their lives are in danger appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igp-tells-police-officers-to-shoot-whenever-their-lives-are-in-danger/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 20:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igp-tells-police-officers-to-shoot-whenever-their-lives-are-in-danger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Member of Ebonyi civil service commission resigns]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is contained in a letter dated Dec.7, addressed to Gov. Dave Umahi through the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) on Tuesday in Abakaliki.<br />
The post Member of Ebonyi civil service commission resigns appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/member-of-ebonyi-civil-service-commission-resigns/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/member-of-ebonyi-civil-service-commission-resigns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of Reps committee summons Ebonyi UBEB chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[The House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee on Public Account has summoned Chief Hyacinth Ikpor, Chairman of Ebonyi State Universal Basic Education Board (EBSUBEB) to appear for alleged insubordination.<br />
The post House of Reps committee summons Ebonyi UBEB chairman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-committee-summons-ebonyi-ubeb-chairman/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-committee-summons-ebonyi-ubeb-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi, South East PDP bicker over sacked officials]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South East Zonal leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has rejected the allegation by the Ebonyi State governor, David Umahi, that some of its leaders in the state were cultists and members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB. Theydismissed the accusation by the governoras a bait to incite security operatives against PDP leadership.<br />
The post Governor Umahi, South East PDP bicker over sacked officials appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-south-east-pdp-bicker-over-sacked-officials/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 07:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-south-east-pdp-bicker-over-sacked-officials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP advises Governor Umahi to stop baseless allegations against political leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples democratic Party (PDP) has advised Gov. Dave Umahi of Ebonyi to &ldquo;move on&rdquo; with his political aspirations and stop levelling baseless allegations at political leaders in the state.<br />
The post PDP advises Governor Umahi to stop baseless allegations against political leaders appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-advises-governor-umahi-to-stop-baseless-allegations-against-political-leaders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2020 22:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-advises-governor-umahi-to-stop-baseless-allegations-against-political-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: I supported President Buhari during 2019 poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has admitted supporting President Muhammdau Buhari during the 2019 general election, even as a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).<br />
The post Governor Umahi: I supported President Buhari during 2019 poll appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-supported-president-buhari-during-2019-poll/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2020 21:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-supported-president-buhari-during-2019-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: We have not done well with housing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr. Umahi made the declaration during the ground-breaking ceremony of the National Affordable Housing Delivery Programme for Nigerian workers at his home town Uburu, in Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: We have not done well with housing appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-we-have-not-done-well-with-housing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2020 20:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-we-have-not-done-well-with-housing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate tasks government on proper funding for disability commission]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate on Monday, urged the Federal Government to ensure necessary funding for the newly established National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD).<br />
The post Senate tasks government on proper funding for disability commission appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-tasks-government-on-proper-funding-for-disability-commission/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2020 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-tasks-government-on-proper-funding-for-disability-commission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government extends support fund to commercial motorcyclists, drivers, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has extended its lifeline to artisans affected by the COVID-19 pandemic under its Economic Sustainability Plan to the transport sector.<br />
The post Nigerian government extends support fund to commercial motorcyclists, drivers, others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-extends-support-fund-to-commercial-motorcyclists-drivers-others/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2020 20:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-extends-support-fund-to-commercial-motorcyclists-drivers-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP wins of Cross River senatorial bye-election]]></title><description><![CDATA[The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dr Stephen Odey, has been declared the winner of the Cross River North Senatorial District bye-lection held on Saturday, December 5.<br />
The post PDP wins of Cross River senatorial bye-election appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-wins-of-cross-river-senatorial-bye-election/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2020 13:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-wins-of-cross-river-senatorial-bye-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-President Jonathan refuses to rule out 2023 ambition]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the 2023 general election draws nearer, former President Goodluck Jonathan has declined to rule out the possibility of him seeking election in 2023.<br />
The post Ex-President Jonathan refuses to rule out 2023 ambition appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-president-jonathan-refuses-to-rule-out-2023-ambition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2020 11:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ex-president-jonathan-refuses-to-rule-out-2023-ambition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angela Okorie: Why I don’t want to remarry]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Nobody would want to leave a peaceful marriage but once it is not peaceful, one wouldn&rsquo;t want to stay there. I wouldn&rsquo;t advise anyone to be in an abusive marriage or a marriage that is not helping one&rsquo;s mental status.&rdquo;<br />
The post Angela Okorie: Why I don&rsquo;t want to remarry appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/angela-okorie-why-i-dont-want-to-remarry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2020 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/angela-okorie-why-i-dont-want-to-remarry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-EndSARS: Stop scaring police off their beats – minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government on Friday called on Nigerians to empathise with and appreciate personnel of the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies instead of victimising them.<br />
The post Post-EndSARS: Stop scaring police off their beats &ndash; minister appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/post-endsars-stop-scaring-police-off-their-beats-minister/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2020 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/post-endsars-stop-scaring-police-off-their-beats-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WHO: Yellow fever claims 172 lives in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The outbreak poses an extra challenge to the country's health system as Africa's most populous nation deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, several concurrent disease outbreaks and a humanitarian crisis in the northeast, the WHO said.<br />
The post WHO: Yellow fever claims 172 lives in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/who-yellow-fever-claims-172-lives-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2020 15:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/who-yellow-fever-claims-172-lives-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohaneze elections: Former scribe warns against political interference]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Joe Nworgu, former Secretary General of Ohaneze Ndigbo says Ohaneze might lose its potence as voice for Igbos if politicians are allowed to interfere in the January 2021 elections.<br />
The post Ohaneze elections: Former scribe warns against political interference appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohaneze-elections-former-scribe-warns-against-political-interference/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2020 10:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohaneze-elections-former-scribe-warns-against-political-interference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why IPOB attacked Governor Wike’s father’s church – suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The urge to gain recognition and possibly advance rapidly within the hierarchy of the outlawed group, Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, was responsible for the bombing of the Christian Universal Church Incorporated, CUCI, in Port Harcourt. The attackers said they had no intention to kill.<br />
The post Why IPOB attacked Governor Wike&rsquo;s father&rsquo;s church &ndash; suspects appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/why-ipob-attacked-governor-wikes-fathers-church-suspects/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2020 09:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/why-ipob-attacked-governor-wikes-fathers-church-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NUT wants Ebonyi govt to prioritise education]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi chapter of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has urged the state government to prioritise development of the state&rsquo;s educational sector.<br />
The post NUT wants Ebonyi govt to prioritise education appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nut-wants-ebonyi-govt-to-prioritise-education/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2020 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nut-wants-ebonyi-govt-to-prioritise-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi an asset to the nation – Northeast group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The defection of Ebonyi State governor, Dave Umahi is still generating heat in the southeast. Vituperative utterances between Umahi and Anyim after the defection is not going down well in some quarters. Consequently, Governor Umahi has continuedto vent his spleen on perceived opponents by sacking their people in his government.<br />
The post Governor Umahi an asset to the nation &ndash; Northeast group appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-an-asset-to-the-nation-northeast-group/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2020 06:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-an-asset-to-the-nation-northeast-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AESID condemns ‘murder’ of PDP member in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal government and the various security agencies have been called to act decisively and avert emerging political crisis capable of driving a wedge on the fragile peace in Ebonyi State.<br />
The post AESID condemns &lsquo;murder&rsquo; of PDP member in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/aesid-condemns-murder-of-pdp-member-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 11:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/aesid-condemns-murder-of-pdp-member-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Anyim’s letter: This is just pettiness – Ebonyi APC chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Acting Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Ebonyi State, Mr. Stanley Okoroemegha has described the letter written by the Senate President, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim as mere pettiness that is undeserving of an elder statesman of the State.<br />
The post Senator Anyim&rsquo;s letter: This is just pettiness &ndash; Ebonyi APC chairman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyims-letter-this-is-just-pettiness-ebonyi-apc-chairman/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 09:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyims-letter-this-is-just-pettiness-ebonyi-apc-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Anyim: Governor Umahi has plans against prominent Ebonyi leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Senate President and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Anyim Pius Anyim, has taken a swipe at the governor of Ebonyi State, Engr. Dave Umahi, accusing him of coming after his life and other prominent leaders in the state.<br />
The post Senator Anyim: Governor Umahi has plans against prominent Ebonyi leaders appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyim-governor-umahi-has-plans-against-prominent-ebonyi-leaders/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2020 11:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyim-governor-umahi-has-plans-against-prominent-ebonyi-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[17 NYSC members test positive for coronavirus in Abia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Commissioner for Health, Abia State, Dr Joe Osuji has disclosed that 17 members of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, currently at the orientation camp at Umunna, Bende council area, have tested positive for COVID-19.<br />
The post 17 NYSC members test positive for coronavirus in Abia appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/17-nysc-members-test-positive-for-coronavirus-in-abia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2020 11:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/17-nysc-members-test-positive-for-coronavirus-in-abia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Anyim: Governor Umahi begged me to join him in APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, has described how Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State came to his house and begged him to join him (Umahi) in defecting to All Progressives Congress, APC, or, at least, stop attending Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, meetings.<br />
The post Senator Anyim: Governor Umahi begged me to join him in APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyim-governor-umahi-begged-me-to-join-him-in-apc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2020 11:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-anyim-governor-umahi-begged-me-to-join-him-in-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Renewed cult clash claims four lives in Ebonyi communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four persons have been reportedly shot dead in Oriuzo, and Onueke in Ezza North and Ezza South Local Government Areas of Ebonyi following a renewed clash between two rival cult groups.<br />
The post Renewed cult clash claims four lives in Ebonyi communities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/renewed-cult-clash-claims-four-lives-in-ebonyi-communities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 19:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/renewed-cult-clash-claims-four-lives-in-ebonyi-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Senator Anyim, others approved defection to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State, Sunday night revealed that the plan behind his defection was for the former Senate President, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, and other leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to join him in APC two weeks after he must have successfully defected.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Senator Anyim, others approved defection to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-senator-anyim-others-approved-defection-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 08:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-senator-anyim-others-approved-defection-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Ex-SGF Anyim, Ebonyi senators, reps privy to my APC switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi Governor David Umahi said Senator Pius Anyim and National Assembly members from the state, were privy to his decision to join the All Progressives Congress.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Ex-SGF Anyim, Ebonyi senators, reps privy to my APC switch appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ex-sgf-anyim-ebonyi-senators-reps-privy-to-my-apc-switch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 07:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ex-sgf-anyim-ebonyi-senators-reps-privy-to-my-apc-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi group asks President Buhari told to call Governor Umahi to order]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in the Diaspora (AESID) has asked President Muhammadu Buhari and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to urgently call Dave Umahi, the Governor of Ebonyi State to order so as to avoid crisis in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi group asks President Buhari told to call Governor Umahi to order appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-asks-president-buhari-told-to-call-governor-umahi-to-order/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2020 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-asks-president-buhari-told-to-call-governor-umahi-to-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Egwu: Arrest me with proof I plan on instigating violence in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Governor of Ebonyi State, Sen. Sam Egwu has asked security agencies to arrest him if it is proved that he, alongside other leaders, are planning to instigate violence in the state.<br />
The post Senator Egwu: Arrest me with proof I plan on instigating violence in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-egwu-arrest-me-with-proof-i-plan-on-instigating-violence-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2020 10:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-egwu-arrest-me-with-proof-i-plan-on-instigating-violence-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IFAD-VCDP programme contributes 653,843 metric tons of cassava to Nigeria’s food security – coordinator]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government/International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)-Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) has contributed 653,843 metric tons of cassava to Nigeria&rsquo;s food security.<br />
The post IFAD-VCDP programme contributes 653,843 metric tons of cassava to Nigeria&rsquo;s food security &ndash; coordinator appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ifad-vcdp-programme-contributes-653843-metric-tons-of-cassava-to-nigerias-food-security-coordinator/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2020 14:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ifad-vcdp-programme-contributes-653843-metric-tons-of-cassava-to-nigerias-food-security-coordinator/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi accuses Senators Anyim, Egwu, others of planning to destabilise his government]]></title><description><![CDATA[Less than two weeks after his defection from People&rsquo;s Democratic Party, PDP to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has accused leaders of his former party of planning to destabilise his government.<br />
The post Governor Umahi accuses Senators Anyim, Egwu, others of planning to destabilise his government appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-accuses-senators-anyim-egwu-others-of-planning-to-destabilise-his-government/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2020 11:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-accuses-senators-anyim-egwu-others-of-planning-to-destabilise-his-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zamfara governor commends David Umahi for dumping PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Bello Matawalle of Zamfara has commended his Ebonyi counterpart, Gov. Dave Umahi, for defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Zamfara governor commends David Umahi for dumping PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-governor-commends-david-umahi-for-dumping-pdp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2020 10:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-governor-commends-david-umahi-for-dumping-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Uzodinma: If you’re in opposition, fasting is your hope of survival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, yesterday in Abuja boasted that only members of the ruling party had accelerated access to federal resources, saying members of the opposition, on the other hand, could only rely on fasting to secure divine help. Uzodinma, who made the claim while briefing State House reporters after a meeting with President [&hellip;]<br />
The post Governor Uzodinma: If you&rsquo;re in opposition, fasting is your hope of survival appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-uzodinma-if-youre-in-opposition-fasting-is-your-hope-of-survival/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2020 09:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-uzodinma-if-youre-in-opposition-fasting-is-your-hope-of-survival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC: PDP not a worthy opposition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The APC also claimed former President Goodluck Jonathan has been working for the ruling party and the regime of President Muhammadu Buhari, because he is a &lsquo;progressive&rsquo; statesman.<br />
The post APC: PDP not a worthy opposition appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-pdp-not-a-worthy-opposition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 21:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-pdp-not-a-worthy-opposition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Igbo Presidency: You don’t get presidential ticket at market square – Governor Uzodinma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the 2023 Presidential elections, Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State yesterday said that no one will get ticket atthe market square, rather it is the decision of the political party.<br />
The post Igbo Presidency: You don&rsquo;t get presidential ticket at market square &ndash;&nbsp;Governor Uzodinma appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igbo-presidency-you-dont-get-presidential-ticket-at-market-square-governor-uzodinma/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 20:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igbo-presidency-you-dont-get-presidential-ticket-at-market-square-governor-uzodinma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi promises PDP members peaceful existence in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has assured Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members of their peaceful existence in the state with no one harassing or disrupting their legitimate activities.<br />
The post Governor Umahi promises PDP members peaceful existence in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-promises-pdp-members-peaceful-existence-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 19:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-promises-pdp-members-peaceful-existence-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zamfara governor commends Dave Umahi for joining APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Zamfara State Governor, Bello Matawalle, has hailed the decision of his Ebonyi counterpart, David Umahi, to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Zamfara governor commends Dave Umahi for joining APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-governor-commends-dave-umahi-for-joining-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 16:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-governor-commends-dave-umahi-for-joining-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Lawan: President Buhari has achieved so much with little resources]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan on Thursday advanced reasons why the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will continue to harvest defectors from the opposition parties.<br />
The post Senator Lawan: President Buhari has achieved so much with little resources appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-lawan-president-buhari-has-achieved-so-much-with-little-resources/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2020 07:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-lawan-president-buhari-has-achieved-so-much-with-little-resources/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: Absence of policy or law responsible for low enrollment ratio of girl child – NGO]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Non-governmental Organisation, Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All, CSACEFA, on Tuesday, stated that the absence of a policy or law that engenders the girl child education was what has accounted for the low enrollment ratio of the girls into various schools in the State.<br />
The post Ebonyi: Absence of policy or law responsible for low enrollment ratio of girl child &ndash; NGO appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-absence-of-policy-or-law-responsible-for-low-enrollment-ratio-of-girl-child-ngo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-absence-of-policy-or-law-responsible-for-low-enrollment-ratio-of-girl-child-ngo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We believe it is South East’s turn to produce next president – Ebonyi PDP elders]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Elder and major Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday affirmed the belief that it is the turn of the South East to produce President of Nigeria in 2023.<br />
The post We believe it is South East&rsquo;s turn to produce next president &ndash; Ebonyi PDP elders appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/we-believe-it-is-south-easts-turn-to-produce-next-president-ebonyi-pdp-elders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 22:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/we-believe-it-is-south-easts-turn-to-produce-next-president-ebonyi-pdp-elders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP inaugurates Ebonyi caretaker committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday inaugurated the Caretaker Committee for the Ebonyi State chapter of the party.<br />
The post PDP inaugurates Ebonyi caretaker committee appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-inaugurates-ebonyi-caretaker-committee/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 22:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-inaugurates-ebonyi-caretaker-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ministry to inaugurate 18 man committee on vaccine]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) says it will inaugurate an 18-man National COVID-19 Vaccine Task Team (VTT), as part of measures to ensure vaccine security against the virus in Nigeria.<br />
The post Ministry to inaugurate 18 man committee on vaccine appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ministry-to-inaugurate-18-man-committee-on-vaccine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 22:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ministry-to-inaugurate-18-man-committee-on-vaccine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government to inaugurate 18-man coronavirus vaccine security committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government will next week inaugurate an 18-man national COVID-19 task team to ensure vaccine security, even as it welcomes developments in the scientific community announcing a COVID-19 vaccine.<br />
The post Nigerian government to inaugurate 18-man coronavirus vaccine security committee appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-inaugurate-18-man-coronavirus-vaccine-security-committee/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 21:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-inaugurate-18-man-coronavirus-vaccine-security-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP: APC has taken Governor Umahi to political wilderness]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Monday, said Ebonyi state governor, Dave Umahi, was deceived into embracing the All Progressives Congress, APC, adding that as a result, the ruling party has brought him to the doorstep of political obscurity.<br />
The post PDP: APC has taken Governor Umahi to political wilderness appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-apc-has-taken-governor-umahi-to-political-wilderness/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 20:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-apc-has-taken-governor-umahi-to-political-wilderness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MSMEs Survival Fund:  Payroll support beneficiaries applaud Nigerian government]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr Laolu Akande, the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the President, Office of the Vice President in a statement in Abuja, said the beneficiaries expressed their feelings in randomly selected testimonials collated by the presidency.<br />
The post MSMEs Survival Fund:Payroll support beneficiaries applaud Nigerian government appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/msmes-survival-fund-payroll-support-beneficiaries-applaud-nigerian-government/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/msmes-survival-fund-payroll-support-beneficiaries-applaud-nigerian-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC plans to unveil Governor Umahi to Nigerians in diaspora]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Kingdom Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC), has described Gov. David Umahi as a great asset that will add value to the party.<br />
The post APC plans to unveil Governor Umahi to Nigerians in diaspora appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-plans-to-unveil-governor-umahi-to-nigerians-in-diaspora/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-plans-to-unveil-governor-umahi-to-nigerians-in-diaspora/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP accuses President Buhari of plunging Nigeria into recession]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday called on President Muhammadu Buhari and his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), to accept their failure and allow competent, transparent and honest hands to effectively manage the economy, as that is the only way to save Nigeria from an imminent economic collapse.<br />
The post PDP accuses President Buhari of plunging Nigeria into recession appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-accuses-president-buhari-of-plunging-nigeria-into-recession/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 06:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-accuses-president-buhari-of-plunging-nigeria-into-recession/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP speaks on ‘suspension’ of Senator Egwu, 23 others in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed publications suggesting that some of its key leaders in Ebonyi, including former Governor of the state, Sen. Sam Egwu and 23 other were suspended from the party.<br />
The post PDP speaks on &lsquo;suspension&rsquo; of Senator Egwu, 23 others in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-speaks-on-suspension-of-senator-egwu-23-others-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 21:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-speaks-on-suspension-of-senator-egwu-23-others-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pro-Buhari group lauds Governor Umahi for dumping PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pro-Buhari group, called The Zikist-Buharist-Movement (ZBM), has lauded Gov. Dave Umahi of Ebonyi for dumping PDP and strengthening the South-East-cum-North political alliance.<br />
The post Pro-Buhari group lauds Governor Umahi for dumping PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pro-buhari-group-lauds-governor-umahi-for-dumping-pdp/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 17:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pro-buhari-group-lauds-governor-umahi-for-dumping-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi indigenes ask lawmakers to begin impeachment process against Governor Umahi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group said there was already a substantial breach of the Nigerian constitution and subsisting Supreme Court verdicts which insist that a governor cannot defect to another political party unless there is internal leadership crises, perhaps leading to factionalization in his own political party.<br />
The post Ebonyi indigenes ask lawmakers to begin impeachment process against Governor Umahi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-indigenes-ask-lawmakers-to-begin-impeachment-process-against-governor-umahi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-indigenes-ask-lawmakers-to-begin-impeachment-process-against-governor-umahi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No PDP National Assembly member will leave party for APC in Ebonyi – party chieftain]]></title><description><![CDATA[The immediate past Publicity Secretary of the APC in Ebonyi State and PDP chieftain, Nwoba Chika Nwoba, weekend declared that no Ebonyi National Assembly member would defect to the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the State.<br />
The post No PDP National Assembly member will leave party for APC in Ebonyi &ndash; party chieftain appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/no-pdp-national-assembly-member-will-leave-party-for-apc-in-ebonyi-party-chieftain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 16:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/no-pdp-national-assembly-member-will-leave-party-for-apc-in-ebonyi-party-chieftain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi stakeholders slam Governor Umahi for dismissing appointees while repositioning government]]></title><description><![CDATA[Key stakeholders in Abakaliki metropolis have said that the decision of Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi to reposition the government is in the right direction but said they are worried over the sacking of his political appointees.<br />
The post Ebonyi stakeholders slam Governor Umahi for dismissing appointees while repositioning government appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-stakeholders-slam-governor-umahi-for-dismissing-appointees-while-repositioning-government/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-stakeholders-slam-governor-umahi-for-dismissing-appointees-while-repositioning-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: House of Reps member urges South-East politicians to join APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the House of Representatives, Rep. Kingsley Uju-Chima (APC-Imo), has urged politicians of South East extraction to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to enhance their reckoning in zoning the 2023 presidency to the region.<br />
The post 2023: House of Reps member urges South-East politicians to join APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-house-of-reps-member-urges-south-east-politicians-to-join-apc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 15:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-house-of-reps-member-urges-south-east-politicians-to-join-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: PDP cautions Nigerians to beware of APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party has cautioned Nigerians against falling for the ruling All Progressives Congress in the 2023 presidential election.<br />
The post 2023: PDP cautions Nigerians to beware of APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-cautions-nigerians-to-beware-of-apc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 14:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-pdp-cautions-nigerians-to-beware-of-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi’s defection to APC will enhance national unity – commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Oluchukwu Ezeali, Commissioner for Project Monitoring and Evaluation in Ebonyi, has said that Governor David Umahi&rsquo;s defection to the All Progressive Congress would enhance national unity.<br />
The post Governor Umahi&rsquo;s defection to APC will enhance national unity &ndash; commissioner appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-defection-to-apc-will-enhance-national-unity-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 14:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-defection-to-apc-will-enhance-national-unity-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC governors’ visit to ex-President Jonathan shows Nigeria is better off with PDP – party spokesperson]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Kola Ologbondiyan, has said Saturday&rsquo;s visit by governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to former President Goodluck Jonathan has further affirmed that Nigeria, as a nation, is better under its government.<br />
The post APC governors&rsquo; visit to ex-President Jonathan shows Nigeria is better off with PDP &ndash;&nbsp;party spokesperson appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-governors-visit-to-ex-president-jonathan-shows-nigeria-is-better-off-with-pdp-party-spokesperson/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 13:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-governors-visit-to-ex-president-jonathan-shows-nigeria-is-better-off-with-pdp-party-spokesperson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-East leaders vow to unite ahead of 2023 polls]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the only zone in the South that is yet to produce the President since the return to democratic rule in 1999, the South-East is considered to have a good case in its quest to occupy the seat when President Muhammadu Buhari leaves office in 2023.<br />
The post South-East leaders vow to unite ahead of 2023 polls appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-leaders-vow-to-unite-ahead-of-2023-polls/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-leaders-vow-to-unite-ahead-of-2023-polls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi: I can’t resign on Facebook – commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Sunday Inyima, the Ebonyi Commissioner for Water Resources, has debunked insinuations of his resignation from Gov. David Umahi&rsquo;s cabinet, saying that he cannot resign on facebook.<br />
The post Ebonyi: I can&rsquo;t resign on Facebook &ndash; commissioner appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-i-cant-resign-on-facebook-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2020 20:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-i-cant-resign-on-facebook-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor sacks four aides for dereliction of duty]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sack is contained in a statement signed by Dr Kenneth Ugbala, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), and made available to newsmen on Saturday.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor sacks four aides for dereliction of duty appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-sacks-four-aides-for-dereliction-of-duty/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2020 19:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-sacks-four-aides-for-dereliction-of-duty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Ikpeazu: Abia economy suffers due to poor state of federal roads]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has called on contractors handling the rehabilitation of federal roads in the state to quicken the pace of work as the poor state of the roads was already doing harm to the Abia economy.<br />
The post Governor Ikpeazu: Abia economy suffers due to poor state of federal roads appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-ikpeazu-abia-economy-suffers-due-to-poor-state-of-federal-roads/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2020 11:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-ikpeazu-abia-economy-suffers-due-to-poor-state-of-federal-roads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yellow fever suspected cases hit 1,558 in eight Nigerian states]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yellow Fever, YF, suspected cases in Nigeria on Saturday rose to 1,558 cases with 46 confirmed cases in 481 Local Government Areas, LGAs.<br />
The post Yellow fever suspected cases hit 1,558 in eight Nigerian states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/yellow-fever-suspected-cases-hit-1558-in-eight-nigerian-states/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2020 09:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/yellow-fever-suspected-cases-hit-1558-in-eight-nigerian-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP: Governor Bello’s claim on more opposition governors defection an ‘entertainment on television’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party has described the claim by the Kogi Gov. Yahaya Bello, that nine more PDP governors would soon defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), as lie and a show of entertainment on television.<br />
The post PDP: Governor Bello&rsquo;s claim on more opposition governors defection an &lsquo;entertainment on television&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governor-bellos-claim-on-more-opposition-governors-defection-an-entertainment-on-television/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2020 20:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governor-bellos-claim-on-more-opposition-governors-defection-an-entertainment-on-television/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bauchi government debunks rumours of Governor Bala decamping to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bauchi state government has debunked allegations that the Bauchi state Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadri Mohammed, along with three other Governors elected under the platform of the People Democratic Party (PDP), are negotiating to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Bauchi government debunks rumours of Governor Bala decamping to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/bauchi-government-debunks-rumours-of-governor-bala-decamping-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2020 20:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/bauchi-government-debunks-rumours-of-governor-bala-decamping-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos assemblyman hails Governor Umahi’s defection, says Igbo future lies in APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Jude Idimogu, on Friday commended Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State for defecting to the All Progressives Congress.<br />
The post Lagos assemblyman hails Governor Umahi&rsquo;s defection, says Igbo future lies in APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-assemblyman-hails-governor-umahis-defection-says-igbo-future-lies-in-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2020 19:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-assemblyman-hails-governor-umahis-defection-says-igbo-future-lies-in-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defection: PDP threatens Ebonyi lawmakers with legal actions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has threatened legal actions against any member of the Ebonyi State House of Assembly that may defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Defection: PDP threatens Ebonyi lawmakers with legal actions appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/defection-pdp-threatens-ebonyi-lawmakers-with-legal-actions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2020 18:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/defection-pdp-threatens-ebonyi-lawmakers-with-legal-actions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government, governors blame #EndSARS protests, banditry, others for hike in food prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government and state governors on Thursday blamed EndSARS protest which stalled food transportation, banditry in the North West, COVID-19 pandemic, for hike in food prices across the country.<br />
The post Nigerian government, governors blame #EndSARS protests, banditry, others for hike in food prices appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-governors-blame-endsars-protests-banditry-others-for-hike-in-food-prices/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2020 12:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-governors-blame-endsars-protests-banditry-others-for-hike-in-food-prices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP: We will not succumb to Governor Umahi’s blackmail]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opposition Peoples Democratic Party has said it would not be blackmailed by the Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, who recently defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress.<br />
The post PDP: We will not succumb to Governor Umahi&rsquo;s blackmail appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-we-will-not-succumb-to-governor-umahis-blackmail/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 19:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-we-will-not-succumb-to-governor-umahis-blackmail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: APC will disappoint Governor Umahi – PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[The People&rsquo;s Democratic Party (PDP) has said the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) would disappoint Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi state in the build up to the 2023 general election.<br />
The post 2023: APC will disappoint Governor Umahi &ndash; PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apc-will-disappoint-governor-umahi-pdp/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apc-will-disappoint-governor-umahi-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Joining APC will end your political careers – Primate Ayodele tells PDP governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has spoken on the defection of the Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, to the All Progressives Congress from the Peoples Democratic Party.<br />
The post 2023: Joining APC will end your political careers &ndash;&nbsp;Primate Ayodele tells PDP governors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-joining-apc-will-end-your-political-careers-primate-ayodele-tells-pdp-governors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 18:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-joining-apc-will-end-your-political-careers-primate-ayodele-tells-pdp-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi’s defection has nothing to do with the interest of Igbo nation – Ayo Fayose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ayodele Fayose, former governor of Ekiti state, says the defection of David Umahi, governor of Ebonyi state, to the All Progressive Congress (APC) has nothing to do with the interest of the Igbo nation.<br />
The post Governor Umahi&rsquo;s defection has nothing to do with the interest of Igbo nation &ndash; Ayo Fayose appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-defection-has-nothing-to-do-with-the-interest-of-igbo-nation-ayo-fayose/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 16:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-defection-has-nothing-to-do-with-the-interest-of-igbo-nation-ayo-fayose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nnia Nwodo, Ayo Adebanjo, Yinka Odumakin react to Governor Umahi’s defection to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some eminent Nigerians from on Thursday expressed divergent views over the defection of Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress.<br />
The post Nnia Nwodo, Ayo Adebanjo, Yinka Odumakin react to Governor Umahi&rsquo;s defection to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nnia-nwodo-ayo-adebanjo-yinka-odumakin-react-to-governor-umahis-defection-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nnia-nwodo-ayo-adebanjo-yinka-odumakin-react-to-governor-umahis-defection-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Nigerian government warns against harassment of security operatives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian government has warned against continued harassment and vilification of security operatives over their roles in helping to stop the violence that trailed the EndSARS protests.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Nigerian government warns against harassment of security operatives appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nigerian-government-warns-against-harassment-of-security-operatives/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nigerian-government-warns-against-harassment-of-security-operatives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: 57 civilians, 37 policemen, six soldiers killed during #EndSARS crisis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government says 57 civilians, 37 policemen, and six Soldiers were killed all over the country during the #EndSARS crisis.<br />
The post Minister: 57 civilians, 37 policemen, six soldiers killed during #EndSARS crisis appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-57-civilians-37-policemen-six-soldiers-killed-during-endsars-crisis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-57-civilians-37-policemen-six-soldiers-killed-during-endsars-crisis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: I actually joined APC on November 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi, says he actually joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Nov.10, when speculations were rife that he was leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).<br />
The post Governor Umahi: I actually joined APC on November 10 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-actually-joined-apc-on-november-10/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 13:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-actually-joined-apc-on-november-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ayo Fayose: Governor Umahi stopped being PDP member long before defection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has claimed he was not surprised with the defection of Ebonyi State governor, Dave Umahi, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Ayo Fayose: Governor Umahi stopped being PDP member long before defection appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ayo-fayose-governor-umahi-stopped-being-pdp-member-long-before-defection/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ayo-fayose-governor-umahi-stopped-being-pdp-member-long-before-defection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern group welcomes Governor Umahi to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, is being formally received into the membership of the All Progressive Congress (APC) today, a northern group under the auspices of North East Professionals Network, (NEPN), a political pressure group, has welcomed his defection from the opposition People&rsquo;s Democratic Party (PDP) to theruling APC.<br />
The post Northern group welcomes Governor Umahi to APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/northern-group-welcomes-governor-umahi-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/northern-group-welcomes-governor-umahi-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Primate Ayodele reveals political future of Governor Umahi in APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has spoken on the defection of the Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi to the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.<br />
The post Primate Ayodele reveals political future of Governor Umahi in APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/primate-ayodele-reveals-political-future-of-governor-umahi-in-apc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 11:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/primate-ayodele-reveals-political-future-of-governor-umahi-in-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC dissolves Ebonyi exco]]></title><description><![CDATA[The party&rsquo;s national headquarters announced its decision in a statement late Wednesday, barely a week after the Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, confirmed his controversial exit from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC.<br />
The post APC dissolves Ebonyi exco appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-dissolves-ebonyi-exco/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 08:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-dissolves-ebonyi-exco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Wike: Another governor will soon dump PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has said another Peoples Democratic Party governor has concluded plans to dump the party like the Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, just did by joining the All Progressives Congress.<br />
The post Governor Wike: Another governor will soon dump PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-wike-another-governor-will-soon-dump-pdp/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 08:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-wike-another-governor-will-soon-dump-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Governor Umahi’s defection a welcome development – APC chieftain]]></title><description><![CDATA[An All Progressives Congress Chieftain, Osita Okechukwu, has hailed the defection of Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi from the Peoples Democratic Party to the party, describing it as a welcome development.<br />
The post 2023: Governor Umahi&rsquo;s defection a welcome development &ndash;&nbsp;APC chieftain appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-governor-umahis-defection-a-welcome-development-apc-chieftain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 18:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-governor-umahis-defection-a-welcome-development-apc-chieftain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi lauds federal government on MSME Survival Fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State government has lauded the Federal Government for introducing and sustaining the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Survival Fund and urged entrepreneurs to ensure they benefit from it.<br />
The post Ebonyi lauds federal government on MSME Survival Fund appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-lauds-federal-government-on-msme-survival-fund/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 13:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-lauds-federal-government-on-msme-survival-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi’s defection wont add anything to APC – party chieftain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Egwu Chima, a former Commissioner for Information and State Orientation in Ebonyi, says Gov Dave Umahi&rsquo;s defection from the PDP to APC would not add tonic to his new party.<br />
The post Governor Umahi&rsquo;s defection wont add anything to APC &ndash; party chieftain appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-defection-wont-add-anything-to-apc-party-chieftain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahis-defection-wont-add-anything-to-apc-party-chieftain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi APC spokesman resigns]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Mr Chika Nwoba, has resigned his position.<br />
The post Ebonyi APC spokesman resigns appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-spokesman-resigns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 08:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-spokesman-resigns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP: Nigerians will soon know why Governor Umahi left]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Kola Ologbondiyan, says Nigerians will, &ldquo;at the fullness of time&rdquo;, know why Ebonyi State Governor, Dave Umahi, left the party.<br />
The post PDP: Nigerians will soon know why Governor Umahi left appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-nigerians-will-soon-know-why-governor-umahi-left/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-nigerians-will-soon-know-why-governor-umahi-left/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Why I left PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has said he wants to be a martyr who will be sacrificed to achieve the much-sought Igbo presidency.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Why I left PDP appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-left-pdp/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-left-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ACP: Nobody died in Onitsha police cell]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Onitsha Police Area Commander, Mr. John Obuagbaka (ACP), has described as false and unfounded the allegation making the round in some quarters that about three out of scores of suspects arrested during raids of some black spots in Onitsha and detained at the Area command cell suffocated in the cell.<br />
The post ACP: Nobody died in Onitsha police cell appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/acp-nobody-died-in-onitsha-police-cell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 21:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/acp-nobody-died-in-onitsha-police-cell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Wike: Dave Umahi joined APC to pursue presidential ambition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has said his Ebonyi counterpart, David Umahi&rsquo;s desire to be All Progressives Congress, APC&rsquo;s presidential candidate was why he dumped Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.<br />
The post Governor Wike: Dave Umahi joined APC to pursue presidential ambition appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-wike-dave-umahi-joined-apc-to-pursue-presidential-ambition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 21:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-wike-dave-umahi-joined-apc-to-pursue-presidential-ambition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP: Governor Umahi left for personal reasons]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party, Tuesday night, attributed the defection of Ebonyi state governor, Dave Umahi, from its fold to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to personal reasons.<br />
The post PDP: Governor Umahi left for personal reasons appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governor-umahi-left-for-personal-reasons/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-governor-umahi-left-for-personal-reasons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: I want to be a martyr, sacrificed to achieve Igbo Presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has said he wants to be a martyr who will be sacrificed to achieve the much-sought Igbo presidency.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: I want to be a martyr, sacrificed to achieve Igbo Presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-want-to-be-a-martyr-sacrificed-to-achieve-igbo-presidency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-i-want-to-be-a-martyr-sacrificed-to-achieve-igbo-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ogbonnaya Onu: We are rebuilding APC in South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress and Minister of Science and Technology, has said leaders of the party in the South East are doing their best to rebuild the party in the zone.<br />
The post Ogbonnaya Onu: We are rebuilding APC in South East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ogbonnaya-onu-we-are-rebuilding-apc-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ogbonnaya-onu-we-are-rebuilding-apc-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: APC will protect South East’s interest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi has said that he is joining the All Progressives Congress because the party is working for the interest of the South East zone.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: APC will protect South East&rsquo;s interest appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-apc-will-protect-south-easts-interest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-apc-will-protect-south-easts-interest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEITI: FAAC disburses N2.054 trillion in Q3 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Extrative Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) said the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) had disbursed N2.054 trillion to the three tiers of government and other statutory recipients in the third quarter of 2020.<br />
The post NEITI: FAAC disburses N2.054 trillion in Q3 2020 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/neiti-faac-disburses-n2054-trillion-in-q3-2020/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 19:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/neiti-faac-disburses-n2054-trillion-in-q3-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government extols President Buhari, NEPZA for approving special economic zone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has described the Federal Government&rsquo;s approval to establish Special Economic Zone in the state as a worthy overture capable of harnessing economic potentials of the entire eastern region.<br />
The post Ebonyi government extols President Buhari, NEPZA for approving special economic zone appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-extols-president-buhari-nepza-for-approving-special-economic-zone/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 19:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-extols-president-buhari-nepza-for-approving-special-economic-zone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC welcomes Governor Umahi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has welcomed the Ebonyi state Governor, Engr. Dave Umahi to its fold, declaring that the state is now for the APC.<br />
The post APC welcomes Governor Umahi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-welcomes-governor-umahi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 19:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-welcomes-governor-umahi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Why I dumped PDP for APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has reiterated that his defection to the All Progressives Congress from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party was not to achieve any presidential ambition.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Why I dumped PDP for APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-dumped-pdp-for-apc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 19:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-i-dumped-pdp-for-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor dumps PDP for APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has finally confirmed what everyone already knows--he has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).<br />
The post Ebonyi governor dumps PDP for APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-dumps-pdp-for-apc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 18:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-dumps-pdp-for-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: APC planning total takeover of South-East – minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Minister of Science and Technology, has said while the All Progressives Congress currently has just one governor in the Southeast, efforts are underway to ensure that all the five states of the region produced governed of APC.<br />
The post 2023: APC planning total takeover of South-East &ndash; minister appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apc-planning-total-takeover-of-south-east-minister/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 09:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-apc-planning-total-takeover-of-south-east-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Uzodimma: More opposition governors will join APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, on Monday, said, the All Progressives Congress was preparing to receive more opposition party governors after the defection of his Ebonyi State counterpart, David Umahi, in a couple of days.<br />
The post Senator Uzodimma: More opposition governors will join APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-uzodimma-more-opposition-governors-will-join-apc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 18:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-uzodimma-more-opposition-governors-will-join-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBS: Food prices highest in Kwara, Edo, Sokoto in October]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prices of food items rose highest in Kwara, Edo and Sokoto states in October, the consumer price index (CPI) report released on Monday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has shown.<br />
The post NBS: Food prices highest in Kwara, Edo, Sokoto in October appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-food-prices-highest-in-kwara-edo-sokoto-in-october/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nbs-food-prices-highest-in-kwara-edo-sokoto-in-october/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defection: Ebonyi Reps member commends governor’s bold step]]></title><description><![CDATA[The member representing Ezza South/Ikwo Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Comrade Chinedu Ogah, weekend commended Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State for taking the bold step to join the All Progressives Congress, APC fold in the country.<br />
The post Defection: Ebonyi Reps member commends governor&rsquo;s bold step appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/defection-ebonyi-reps-member-commends-governors-bold-step/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 08:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/defection-ebonyi-reps-member-commends-governors-bold-step/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 112 new coronavirus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria recorded 112 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, raising the total number of infections in the nation to 64,996.<br />
The post Nigeria records 112 new coronavirus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-112-new-coronavirus-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2020 08:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-112-new-coronavirus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi commissioner Lazarus Ogbee resigns]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Commissioner for Inter-Governmental Affairs, Hon Lazarus Ogbee, has resigned his appointment with the State Government.<br />
The post Ebonyi commissioner Lazarus Ogbee resigns appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commissioner-lazarus-ogbee-resigns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commissioner-lazarus-ogbee-resigns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP mum over Ebonyi governor’s planned defection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following report of imminent defection of Ebonyi state governor, Dave Umahi from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, the main opposition party has refused to confirm or deny the report.<br />
The post PDP mum over Ebonyi governor&rsquo;s planned defection appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-mum-over-ebonyi-governors-planned-defection/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 16:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-mum-over-ebonyi-governors-planned-defection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: I’m leaving PDP for APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Governor of Ebonyi State, Dave Umahi, told the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja on Tuesday that he was leaving the party.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: I&rsquo;m leaving PDP for APC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-im-leaving-pdp-for-apc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 08:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-im-leaving-pdp-for-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government designates Ebonyi as Export Processing Zone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Dave Umahi, who handed over the allocation letter to the Managing Director of the Authority, Prof. Adosoji Adasugba in Abakaliki on Tuesday, expressed the hope that the project would stimulate growth and create employments.<br />
The post Nigerian government designates Ebonyi as Export Processing Zone appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-designates-ebonyi-as-export-processing-zone/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2020 13:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-designates-ebonyi-as-export-processing-zone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC acting chairman swears in new REC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The swearing-in comes hours after Mr. Mu&rsquo;azu assumed office following the hand over of the commission&rsquo;s responsibility to him by erstwhile chairman, Mahmood Yakubu.<br />
The post INEC acting chairman swears in new REC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-acting-chairman-swears-in-new-rec/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2020 20:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/inec-acting-chairman-swears-in-new-rec/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government, UN, EU flag off virus relief package for vulnerable women]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ministry of Women Affairs, in collaboration with the National Agency for the Control of AIDS and other international partners have launched a relief project to cushion the effects of COVID-19 on vulnerable women.<br />
The post Nigerian government, UN, EU flag off virus relief package for vulnerable women appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-un-eu-flag-off-virus-relief-package-for-vulnerable-women/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2020 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-un-eu-flag-off-virus-relief-package-for-vulnerable-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traders burn 10-year-old boy for ‘stealing’ food]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 10-year-old boy, Ifeanyi, was on Saturday thrown into a fire for allegedly stealing a small measure of uncooked rice in a market at Inikiri Benard village, Effium community, in the Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Traders burn 10-year-old boy for &lsquo;stealing&rsquo; food appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/traders-burn-10-year-old-boy-for-stealing-food/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/traders-burn-10-year-old-boy-for-stealing-food/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ohanaeze, South-East governors meet Governor Wike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Governors of the South-East and apex socio-cultural organization of the Igbo, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, are in a crucial meeting with Governor Nyesom Wike in Government House, Port Harcourt on Sunday.<br />
The post Ohanaeze, South-East governors meet Governor Wike appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohanaeze-south-east-governors-meet-governor-wike/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ohanaeze-south-east-governors-meet-governor-wike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria police withdraw 60 VIPs, others’ escorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the delay by about 60 prominent Nigerians and corporate entities to release Special Police operatives including Mobile Police personnel and Counter-Terrorism Unit attached to them, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Mohammed Adamu has activated the order for the immediate withdrawal of police personnel.<br />
The post Nigeria police withdraw 60 VIPs, others&rsquo; escorts appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-police-withdraw-60-vips-others-escorts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2020 17:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-police-withdraw-60-vips-others-escorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 223 new virus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Friday confirmed 223 new cases of COVID-19, as the number of infected people in the country increased to 63,731, according to official records.<br />
The post Nigeria records 223 new virus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-223-new-virus-infections/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2020 08:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-223-new-virus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 180 new virus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the latest figures, Lagos still leads in the number of confirmed cases with 21,570, followed by Abuja (6,177), Plateau (3,662), Oyo (3,512), Rivers (2,847), Edo (2,673), Kaduna (2,670), Ogun (2,064), Delta (1,816), Kano (1,753), Ondo (1,688), Enugu (1,314), Kwara (1,069), Ebonyi (1,049), Katsina (953), Gombe (938). Osun (931), Abia (919), Borno (745), and Bauchi (717).<br />
The post Nigeria records 180 new virus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-180-new-virus-infections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2020 07:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-180-new-virus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 155 new virus cases, four deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, 155 new coronavirus cases and four deaths were recorded in Nigeria, after a total of 7,810 samples were tested across the country, according to official records.<br />
The post Nigeria records 155 new virus cases, four deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-155-new-virus-cases-four-deaths/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 07:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-155-new-virus-cases-four-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 155 new virus cases, total now 63,328]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;The 155 new cases are reported from 10 states- Lagos (85), FCT (23), Ondo (18), Ogun (8), Kaduna (5), Oyo (5), Taraba (5), Kano (3), Rivers (2), Bauchi (1),&rdquo; the NCDC said.<br />
The post Nigeria records 155 new virus cases, total now 63,328 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-155-new-virus-cases-total-now-63328/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-155-new-virus-cases-total-now-63328/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tanker crushes five school pupils to death in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five pupils of St Michael Nursery and Primary School Oshiri in Onicha local government area of Ebonyi State were yesterday crushed to death by a speeding tanker.<br />
The post Tanker crushes five school pupils to death in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/tanker-crushes-five-school-pupils-to-death-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2020 09:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/tanker-crushes-five-school-pupils-to-death-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: NEC committee asks governors to meet with groups]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Economic Council (NEC) Ad-Hoc Committee set up to engage with youths, civil society organizations, and different strands of leadership across the nation in the wake of the recent protests has commenced work.<br />
The post #EndSARS: NEC committee asks governors to meet with groups appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nec-committee-asks-governors-to-meet-with-groups/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2020 21:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nec-committee-asks-governors-to-meet-with-groups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria confirms 72 new virus cases, total now 63,036]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) announced that the country has recorded 72 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections in Nigeria to 63,036.<br />
The post Nigeria confirms 72 new virus cases, total now 63,036 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-confirms-72-new-virus-cases-total-now-63036/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-confirms-72-new-virus-cases-total-now-63036/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor reduces university tuition fees]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SGG), Dr Kenneth Ugbala, Umahi directed the reduction of N10,000 from the fees being paid by every non-indigene student of the school while N20,000 was reduced from the fees of the students who are indigenes of the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor reduces university tuition fees appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-reduces-university-tuition-fees/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 20:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-reduces-university-tuition-fees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Ebonyi judicial panel receives five petitions on police brutality]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Judicial Panel of Inquiry into cases of police brutality, human rights violations or related extra-judicial killings, says it has so far received five petitions from the public.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Ebonyi judicial panel receives five petitions on police brutality appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ebonyi-judicial-panel-receives-five-petitions-on-police-brutality/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 18:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ebonyi-judicial-panel-receives-five-petitions-on-police-brutality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NiMet predicts hazy, sunny weather activities Monday to Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted hazy, sunny weather activities from Monday to Wednesday across the country.<br />
The post NiMet predicts hazy, sunny weather activities Monday to Wednesday appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-predicts-hazy-sunny-weather-activities-monday-to-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 06:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-predicts-hazy-sunny-weather-activities-monday-to-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: MURIC kicks amid allegation of mosque burning in South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Muslim Rights Concern has raised the alarm over the alleged burning of mosques in the South East following the #EndSARS protest.<br />
The post #EndSARS: MURIC kicks amid allegation of mosque burning in South East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-muric-kicks-amid-allegation-of-mosque-burning-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 06:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-muric-kicks-amid-allegation-of-mosque-burning-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crisis rocks Ebonyi NANNM as aggrieved members withdraw from association]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some aggrieved members of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki (AE-FUTHA), Ebonyi State, have renounced their membership of the association following crisis that have rocked the chapter of the association.<br />
The post Crisis rocks Ebonyi NANNM as aggrieved members withdraw from association appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/crisis-rocks-ebonyi-nannm-as-aggrieved-members-withdraw-from-association/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2020 17:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/crisis-rocks-ebonyi-nannm-as-aggrieved-members-withdraw-from-association/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government urges fish farmers to embrace modern packaging]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Government has urged fish farmers in the state to embrace modern packaging to improve the value chain in the subsector.<br />
The post Ebonyi government urges fish farmers to embrace modern packaging appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-urges-fish-farmers-to-embrace-modern-packaging/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2020 15:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-urges-fish-farmers-to-embrace-modern-packaging/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MASSOB, South East governors, Ohanaeze, others demand 2023 Igbo presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The entire Igbo leaders, including South East Governors, the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, pro-Biafra group, the political class, traditional and religious leaders of Igbo extraction, have demanded that the Igbo should be given the opportunity to be President of Nigeria in 2023<br />
The post MASSOB, South East governors, Ohanaeze, others demand 2023 Igbo presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/massob-south-east-governors-ohanaeze-others-demand-2023-igbo-presidency/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/massob-south-east-governors-ohanaeze-others-demand-2023-igbo-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: South East leaders urge youths to embrace peace]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South East leaders on Thursday called on their youths to shun the destruction of government and private property and embrace peace.<br />
The post #EndSARS: South East leaders urge youths to embrace peace appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-south-east-leaders-urge-youths-to-embrace-peace/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 07:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-south-east-leaders-urge-youths-to-embrace-peace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Igbo leaders meet in Enugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Igbo leaders have since Thursday afternoon been locked in an indoor meeting at Enugu government house.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Igbo leaders meet in Enugu appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-igbo-leaders-meet-in-enugu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2020 17:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-igbo-leaders-meet-in-enugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Four policemen die, 11 stations razed in Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[No fewer than four Police officers were confirmed dead and two injured in Anambra during the recent #EndSARS protests in the state by hoodlums.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Four policemen die, 11 stations razed in Anambra appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-four-policemen-die-11-stations-razed-in-anambra/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 19:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-four-policemen-die-11-stations-razed-in-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DIG: We’re still collating number of policemen killed in South East]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Supervising Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG, South East Geopolitical Zone, DIG Celestine Okoye, Wednesday said the Nigerian Police was still collating the number of policemen killed in the South East region, following the #EndSARS protests.<br />
The post DIG: We&rsquo;re still collating number of policemen killed in South East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/dig-were-still-collating-number-of-policemen-killed-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 17:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/dig-were-still-collating-number-of-policemen-killed-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi couple arrested for torturing girl over N10 sweet]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was gathered that the girl was tied and made to face the scorching sun for taking the sweet said to have been kept for the about two-year-old child of the couple.<br />
The post Ebonyi couple arrested for torturing girl over N10 sweet appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-couple-arrested-for-torturing-girl-over-n10-sweet/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 08:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-couple-arrested-for-torturing-girl-over-n10-sweet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: We have no unshared palliatives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has informed residents of the state that there were no more unshared COVID-19 palliatives in the state as all items meant for them have been shared.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: We have no unshared palliatives appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-we-have-no-unshared-palliatives/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2020 07:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-we-have-no-unshared-palliatives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government begins payment of N30,000 grants to artisans]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Presidency on Tuesday said the payment of N30,000 one-time grant to 330,000 artisans across the country under the Economic Sustainability Plan has commenced.<br />
The post Nigerian government begins payment of N30,000 grants to artisans appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-begins-payment-of-n30000-grants-to-artisans/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2020 20:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-begins-payment-of-n30000-grants-to-artisans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government to build new airports in Anambra, Benue, others – minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, said on Tuesday that the Federal Government would construct 10 new airports across the country to boost civil aviation.<br />
The post Nigerian government to build new airports in Anambra, Benue, others &ndash; minister appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-build-new-airports-in-anambra-benue-others-minister/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2020 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-to-build-new-airports-in-anambra-benue-others-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government announces committee to create jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Executive Council (NEC) has set up a committee charged with addressing unemployment and national security in the country.<br />
The post Nigerian government announces committee to create jobs appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-announces-committee-to-create-jobs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2020 13:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-announces-committee-to-create-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VP Osinbajo, six governors to engage youths, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo will be heading a committee that has six state governors as members to engage youths, representatives of Civil Society Organisations, religious and traditional leaders on the fallout of the recent #EndSARS protests.<br />
The post VP Osinbajo, six governors to engage youths, others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-six-governors-to-engage-youths-others/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2020 21:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/vp-osinbajo-six-governors-to-engage-youths-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB members attack police station in Abakaliki]]></title><description><![CDATA[A protest by the proscribed secessionist group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), turned violent in Ebonyi on Monday as suspected members of the group launched an attack on the Central Police Station in Abakaliki, the state capital.<br />
The post IPOB members attack police station in Abakaliki appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-members-attack-police-station-in-abakaliki/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2020 20:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-members-attack-police-station-in-abakaliki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Don’t turn protest to Igbo affairs – South East governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of South-East Governors&rsquo; Forum and Ebonyi State governor, David Umahi, has warned that the EndSARS protest must not be labelled as Igbo affairs.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Don&rsquo;t turn protest to Igbo affairs &ndash; South East governors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-dont-turn-protest-to-igbo-affairs-south-east-governors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2020 19:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-dont-turn-protest-to-igbo-affairs-south-east-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU chairman reacts as Governor Umahi proscribes unions in Ebonyi university]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Academic Staff Union of University (ASUU), Ebonyi State University Chapter, has urged the State government to prioritise University Education to improve the system.<br />
The post ASUU chairman reacts as Governor Umahi proscribes unions in Ebonyi university appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asuu-chairman-reacts-as-governor-umahi-proscribes-unions-in-ebonyi-university/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2020 14:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/asuu-chairman-reacts-as-governor-umahi-proscribes-unions-in-ebonyi-university/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor sacks aides over attacks on police stations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has sacked one of his security aides and three grassroots coordinators over the recent destruction of police stations and other properties in their domains.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor sacks aides over attacks on police stations appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-sacks-aides-over-attacks-on-police-stations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2020 09:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-sacks-aides-over-attacks-on-police-stations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: I’ll only rebuild two police stations, won’t repair others, streetlights – Ebonyi governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government is to build two brand new Police Stations in Abakaliki to resettle two out of the four stations burnt by hoodlums across the State during the #EndSARS protest.<br />
The post #EndSARS: I&rsquo;ll only rebuild two police stations, won&rsquo;t repair others, streetlights &ndash; Ebonyi governor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ill-only-rebuild-two-police-stations-wont-repair-others-streetlights-ebonyi-governor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2020 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ill-only-rebuild-two-police-stations-wont-repair-others-streetlights-ebonyi-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Ebonyi governor calls for new Confab to discuss protesters’ agitation, other issues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman Southeast Governors&rsquo; Forum and governor of Ebonyi State, Chief David Umahi, yesterday called on the federal government to convoke new national conference to discuss the agitations of the #EndSARS protesters and other issues affecting the country.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Ebonyi governor calls for new Confab to discuss protesters&rsquo; agitation, other issues appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ebonyi-governor-calls-for-new-confab-to-discuss-protesters-agitation-other-issues/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2020 15:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ebonyi-governor-calls-for-new-confab-to-discuss-protesters-agitation-other-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Why we proscribed ASUU, NASU, others in Ebonyi university]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has said the government has proscribed the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), the Non-Academic Staff Union and others at the Ebonyi State University, Abakali&shy;ki to guarantee stable aca&shy;demic calendar.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Why we proscribed ASUU, NASU, others in Ebonyi university appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-we-proscribed-asuu-nasu-others-in-ebonyi-university/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2020 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-why-we-proscribed-asuu-nasu-others-in-ebonyi-university/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Nigeria boils as hoodlums go on rampage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The protests by the youths against police brutality started on a peaceful note about two weeks ago and gained international attention.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Nigeria boils as hoodlums go on rampage appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nigeria-boils-as-hoodlums-go-on-rampage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-nigeria-boils-as-hoodlums-go-on-rampage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Service foils jailbreak attempt in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Command of the Nigeria Correctional Service, yesterday, narrated how its officials foiled an attempt by hoodlums, who have hijacked the #EndSARS, attempted to break into the facility.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Service foils jailbreak attempt in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-service-foils-jailbreak-attempt-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2020 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-service-foils-jailbreak-attempt-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government proscribes ASUU, NASU, others in state university]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government on Thursday announced the proscription of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, the Non-Academic Staff Union and others at the Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki.<br />
The post Ebonyi government proscribes ASUU, NASU, others in state university appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-proscribes-asuu-nasu-others-in-state-university/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2020 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-proscribes-asuu-nasu-others-in-state-university/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: Police confirm attack on station in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi has confirmed Thursday&rsquo;s attack on Uburu Police Station in Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state by suspected hoodlums.<br />
The post #EndSARS: Police confirm attack on station in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-police-confirm-attack-on-station-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-police-confirm-attack-on-station-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[#EndSARS: NCS confirms attempted attack on Abakaliki prisons]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) has confirmed an attempted attack on the medium security custodial centre in Abakaliki by protesters on Tuesday.<br />
The post #EndSARS: NCS confirms attempted attack on Abakaliki prisons appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ncs-confirms-attempted-attack-on-abakaliki-prisons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/endsars-ncs-confirms-attempted-attack-on-abakaliki-prisons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria virus cases now 58,198 with 49,722 discharged]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s COVID-19 cases has reached 58,198 with 49,722 patients discharged from various isolation centres across the federation, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) revealed.<br />
The post Nigeria virus cases now 58,198 with 49,722 discharged appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-virus-cases-now-58198-with-49722-discharged/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2020 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-virus-cases-now-58198-with-49722-discharged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police dub IPOB’s Sit-at-Home order crazy, tell them to steer clear Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Government, Friday, called on the people of the State to go about their normal businesses and ignore the call made by the leadership of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, for people to sit at home on October 1, 2020.<br />
The post Police dub IPOB&rsquo;s Sit-at-Home order crazy, tell them to steer clear Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-dub-ipobs-sit-at-home-order-crazy-tell-them-to-steer-clear-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2020 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-dub-ipobs-sit-at-home-order-crazy-tell-them-to-steer-clear-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two killed, three others missing in renewed Ebonyi, Cross River boundary dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[No fewer than two persons have been confirmed dead in the renewed boundary dispute between the people of Izzi in Ebonyi State and their counterpart in Obubara, Cross River State.<br />
The post Two killed, three others missing in renewed Ebonyi, Cross River boundary dispute appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/two-killed-three-others-missing-in-renewed-ebonyi-cross-river-boundary-dispute/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2020 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/two-killed-three-others-missing-in-renewed-ebonyi-cross-river-boundary-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP calls for articulate strategies to mitigate flood]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has urged the governments at all levels to articulate strategies to mitigate the menace of flood and forestall such devastation in the future.<br />
The post PDP calls for articulate strategies to mitigate flood appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-calls-for-articulate-strategies-to-mitigate-flood/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-calls-for-articulate-strategies-to-mitigate-flood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three more bodies recovered from Ebonyi river, accident death toll now 21]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi says three more corpses have been recovered from the Akaeze-Ukwu river, where a Mercedes 608-model bus plunged into the river on Sept. 18.<br />
The post Three more bodies recovered from Ebonyi river, accident death toll now 21 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-more-bodies-recovered-from-ebonyi-river-accident-death-toll-now-21/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-more-bodies-recovered-from-ebonyi-river-accident-death-toll-now-21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navy deploys six warships for special military operation in four states]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Navy on Tuesday deployed troops on board six warships, including 60 gunboats, in a special military exercise to tackle pirates, oil smugglers and other criminalities in the nation&rsquo;s waters.<br />
The post Navy deploys six warships for special military operation in four states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/navy-deploys-six-warships-for-special-military-operation-in-four-states/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/navy-deploys-six-warships-for-special-military-operation-in-four-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three more bodies retrieved from Ebonyi river]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps in Ebonyi State has confirmed the recovery of three more corpses from the Akeze-Ukwu River after a Mercedes 608-model bus plunged into it on September 18.<br />
The post Three more bodies retrieved from Ebonyi river appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-more-bodies-retrieved-from-ebonyi-river/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2020 09:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-more-bodies-retrieved-from-ebonyi-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi relaxes restrictions on worship centres, drinking parlours, schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following reduction in the number of COVID-19 cases Ebonyi state government has relaxed restrictions on events and gathering of persons in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi relaxes restrictions on worship centres, drinking parlours, schools appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-relaxes-restrictions-on-worship-centres-drinking-parlours-schools/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2020 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-relaxes-restrictions-on-worship-centres-drinking-parlours-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 189 new virus cases as toll hits 57,145]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 189 new cases of COVID-19 infections in the country, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 57,145.<br />
The post Nigeria records 189 new virus cases as toll hits 57,145 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-189-new-virus-cases-as-toll-hits-57145/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2020 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-189-new-virus-cases-as-toll-hits-57145/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari condoles with Ebonyi over Akaeze-Ukwu tragedy]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his condolences to the government and people of Ebonyi State over the Akaeze-Ukwu tragedy that claimed several lives.<br />
The post President Buhari condoles with Ebonyi over Akaeze-Ukwu tragedy appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-condoles-with-ebonyi-over-akaeze-ukwu-tragedy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2020 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-condoles-with-ebonyi-over-akaeze-ukwu-tragedy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC confirms 14 corpses retrieved from Ebonyi river]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ebonyi has confirmed the retrieval of 14 corpses from the Akeze-Ukwu river after a Mercedes Benz 608 model bus plunged into it on Friday evening.<br />
The post FRSC confirms 14 corpses retrieved from Ebonyi river appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-confirms-14-corpses-retrieved-from-ebonyi-river/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2020 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-confirms-14-corpses-retrieved-from-ebonyi-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: NYC tips Ebonyi governor for presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi has been enjoined to consider running for Presidency in 2023 due to his developmental strides in the state.<br />
The post 2023: NYC tips Ebonyi governor for presidency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-nyc-tips-ebonyi-governor-for-presidency/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2020 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-nyc-tips-ebonyi-governor-for-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[13 bodies recovered from Ebonyi river after accident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirteen bodies have been recovered from the Akaeze-Ukwu River in Ebonyi State, site of the deadly motor accident which occurred on Friday night.<br />
The post 13 bodies recovered from Ebonyi river after accident appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/13-bodies-recovered-from-ebonyi-river-after-accident/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2020 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/13-bodies-recovered-from-ebonyi-river-after-accident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Divers rescue five as bus plunges into river in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Divers have rescued five persons from the Akaeze-ukwu River in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi as a &lsquo;608&rsquo;-model bus plunged into it on Friday evening.<br />
The post Divers rescue five as bus plunges into river in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/divers-rescue-five-as-bus-plunges-into-river-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2020 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/divers-rescue-five-as-bus-plunges-into-river-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[30 feared dead as bus plunges into Ebonyi river]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 30 persons were feared dead in a road accident along Akaeze-Ishiagu highway in Akaeze Development Centre, Ivo local government area of Ebonyi state.<br />
The post 30 feared dead as bus plunges into Ebonyi river appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/30-feared-dead-as-bus-plunges-into-ebonyi-river/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/30-feared-dead-as-bus-plunges-into-ebonyi-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi opens schools for students]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Government has announced the reopening of schools for primary, secondary and tertiary classes.<br />
The post Ebonyi opens schools for students appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-opens-schools-for-students/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-opens-schools-for-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEC: 15 states to benefit from virus education incentive]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Economic Council says 15 states have qualified to benefit from the Global Partnership for Education funding for education as part of measures to cushion the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the sector.<br />
The post NEC: 15 states to benefit from virus education incentive appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nec-15-states-to-benefit-from-virus-education-incentive/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 08:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nec-15-states-to-benefit-from-virus-education-incentive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC records 131 new virus cases, as total infections hit 56,735]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 131 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of infections in the country to 56,735.The post NCDC records 131 new virus cases, as total infections hit 56,735 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-records-131-new-virus-cases-as-total-infections-hit-56735/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-records-131-new-virus-cases-as-total-infections-hit-56735/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi commences junior WAEC exams September 21]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Ministry of Education has approved the commencement of the 2020 Basic Education Certificate Examination, widely known as Junior WAEC, across the 13 Local Government Areas of the State from September 21.<br />
The post Ebonyi commences junior WAEC exams September 21 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commences-junior-waec-exams-september-21/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-commences-junior-waec-exams-september-21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ogun workers begin strike over minimum wage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ogun State Government workers have embarked on a one-week warning strike over the refusal of the government to implement the new national minimum wage.<br />
The post Ogun workers begin strike over minimum wage appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ogun-workers-begin-strike-over-minimum-wage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ogun-workers-begin-strike-over-minimum-wage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man rapes 11-year-old girl in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested a 40 year old man for sexually abusing a minor (names withheld) in the state.<br />
The post Man rapes 11-year-old girl in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-rapes-11-year-old-girl-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2020 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-rapes-11-year-old-girl-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu government applauds Ibom Air on its inaugural flight into state]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government of Enugu state has applauded Ibom Air as it commenced operations at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, (AIIA) Enugu with plans to expand to other connecting states in the South East.<br />
The post Enugu government applauds Ibom Air on its inaugural flight into state appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-government-applauds-ibom-air-on-its-inaugural-flight-into-state/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2020 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-government-applauds-ibom-air-on-its-inaugural-flight-into-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DPR seals four filling station for irregular operating license in Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has sealed off four filling stations in Anambra for conducting their businesses without up-to-date operating licenses.<br />
The post DPR seals four filling station for irregular operating license in Anambra appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/dpr-seals-four-filling-station-for-irregular-operating-license-in-anambra/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2020 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/dpr-seals-four-filling-station-for-irregular-operating-license-in-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JUSUN: Strike continues until judiciary workers’ demands are met]]></title><description><![CDATA[The leadership of the Judiciary Staff of Nigeria has said its members in Ebonyi State will continue their strike until their demands are met.<br />
The post JUSUN: Strike continues until judiciary workers&rsquo; demands are met appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jusun-strike-continues-until-judiciary-workers-demands-are-met/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jusun-strike-continues-until-judiciary-workers-demands-are-met/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi youths urged to embrace agriculture]]></title><description><![CDATA[The member Representing Ohaozara/Onicha and Ivo federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Makwe Livinus, has called on youths in the area to embrace agriculture and entrepreneurship.<br />
The post Ebonyi youths urged to embrace agriculture appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-youths-urged-to-embrace-agriculture/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-youths-urged-to-embrace-agriculture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SEMA issues flood alert to 10 Enugu councils]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has alerted that 10 Local Government Areas might be at risk of flooding due to impending heavy rainfall.<br />
The post SEMA issues flood alert to 10 Enugu councils appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sema-issues-flood-alert-to-10-enugu-councils/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/sema-issues-flood-alert-to-10-enugu-councils/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi seeks NDPHC’s collaboration on power supply]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi state government says it is seeking the collaboration of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited (NDPHC) in the area of power project delivery to enhance the industrialization drive.<br />
The post Ebonyi seeks NDPHC&rsquo;s collaboration on power supply appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-seeks-ndphcs-collaboration-on-power-supply/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-seeks-ndphcs-collaboration-on-power-supply/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria discharges 218 virus patients, records 155 new cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said that 218 Coronavirus (COVID-19), patients have recovered from the infection across the country in the last 24 hours.<br />
The post Nigeria discharges 218 virus patients, records 155 new cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-discharges-218-virus-patients-records-155-new-cases/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-discharges-218-virus-patients-records-155-new-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian doctors begin strike over pay, facilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian doctors in state-run hospitals began an indefinite strike on Monday to demand a pay rise, better welfare and adequate facilities, union leaders said.<br />
The post Nigerian doctors begin strike over pay, facilities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-doctors-begin-strike-over-pay-facilities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-doctors-begin-strike-over-pay-facilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian health workers begin strike September 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[Health Workers on Monday gave the Federal Government ultimatum to address all their demands before September 13 or they will proceed on strike.<br />
The post Nigerian health workers begin strike September 13 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-health-workers-begin-strike-september-13/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-health-workers-begin-strike-september-13/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian doctors begin strike over pay, inadequate facilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian resident doctors in state-run hospitals began an indefinite strike on Monday to demand a pay rise, better welfare and adequate facilities, union leaders said.<br />
The post Nigerian doctors begin strike over pay, inadequate facilities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-doctors-begin-strike-over-pay-inadequate-facilities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-doctors-begin-strike-over-pay-inadequate-facilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 100 new virus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 100 new cases of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the country, bringing the total cases to 55,005.<br />
The post Nigeria records 100 new virus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-100-new-virus-cases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-100-new-virus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria confirmed virus cases top 55,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Sunday night, announced 100 new COVID-19 cases.<br />
The post Nigeria confirmed virus cases top 55,000 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-confirmed-virus-cases-top-55000/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-confirmed-virus-cases-top-55000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOA takes virus safety campaign to Ebonyi communities, markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Ebonyi, Dr Emmanuel Abah, has decried the apparent non-compliance with the safety protocols set out by the government to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Ebonyi.<br />
The post NOA takes virus safety campaign to Ebonyi communities, markets appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/noa-takes-virus-safety-campaign-to-ebonyi-communities-markets/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2020 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/noa-takes-virus-safety-campaign-to-ebonyi-communities-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 162 new virus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Saturday reported 162 confirmed new cases of the coronavirus to bring the nationwide tally to 54, 905 with 42, 922 recoveries and 1, 054 deaths (3 new deaths).<br />
The post Nigeria records 162 new virus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-162-new-virus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2020 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-162-new-virus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police declare lawyer wanted in Ebonyi for attempted murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police boss stated that one Barrister Kennedy Agbai, who is now at large, hired heavily armed men numbering about thirty from Amahiba in Isiukwuato Local government area of Abia state to storm Ndi Iheme village in Ishiagu Autonomous Community in Ivo Local government area of the state to destroy houses and properties worth millions of naira.<br />
The post Police declare lawyer wanted in Ebonyi for attempted murder appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-declare-lawyer-wanted-in-ebonyi-for-attempted-murder/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2020 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-declare-lawyer-wanted-in-ebonyi-for-attempted-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Okon: National Assembly should stop water bill to avert catastrophe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elder statesman and former member of the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly, Senator Anietie Okon, has warned that Nigeria will be doomed if the National Assembly passes the Water ResourcesBill into law.<br />
The post Senator Okon: National Assembly should stop water bill to avert catastrophe appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-okon-national-assembly-should-stop-water-bill-to-avert-catastrophe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2020 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senator-okon-national-assembly-should-stop-water-bill-to-avert-catastrophe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records four deaths, 216 new virus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced four deaths and 216 fresh cases of COVID-19, taking the total infections in the country to 54, 463.<br />
The post Nigeria records four deaths, 216 new virus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-four-deaths-216-new-virus-cases/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2020 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-four-deaths-216-new-virus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plateau still tops as NCDC confirms 239 new virus cases, 10 deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plateau State has continued to lead in the number of Coronavirus Disease infections in the country as the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control confirmed 239 new cases in the country.<br />
The post Plateau still tops as NCDC confirms 239 new virus cases, 10 deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/plateau-still-tops-as-ncdc-confirms-239-new-virus-cases-10-deaths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/plateau-still-tops-as-ncdc-confirms-239-new-virus-cases-10-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi’s longest reigning monarch passes on at 81]]></title><description><![CDATA[The longest reigning traditional ruler in Ebonyi, Israel Chibueze-Agbo, is dead.<br />
The post Ebonyi&rsquo;s longest reigning monarch passes on at 81 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyis-longest-reigning-monarch-passes-on-at-81/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2020 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyis-longest-reigning-monarch-passes-on-at-81/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari pledges world class infrastructure for Lagos, Kano, Abuja airports]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari has promised that his administration would deliver world class airport infrastructure to Lagos, Abuja and Kano International Airports to improve socioeconomic development of the country.<br />
The post President Buhari pledges world class infrastructure for Lagos, Kano, Abuja airports appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-pledges-world-class-infrastructure-for-lagos-kano-abuja-airports/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-pledges-world-class-infrastructure-for-lagos-kano-abuja-airports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian reports 138 new virus cases, total infections now 53,865]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported 138 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the nation&rsquo;s confirmed cases to 53,865.<br />
The post Nigerian reports 138 new virus cases, total infections now 53,865 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-reports-138-new-virus-cases-total-infections-now-53865/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 09:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-reports-138-new-virus-cases-total-infections-now-53865/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP sweeps Ebonyi council polls]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission, EBSIEC, Jossy Eze, made the declaration in Abakaliki, saying that the Commission welcomed and adopted the results of the Chairmanship and Councillorship elections as announced by the various LGs returning officers.<br />
The post PDP sweeps Ebonyi council polls appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-sweeps-ebonyi-council-polls/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-sweeps-ebonyi-council-polls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government reopens Enugu airport, seeks investment in concession]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government has reopened the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu and urged entrepreneurs from the South-east region to invest in the planned concession of airport facilities.<br />
The post Nigerian government reopens Enugu airport, seeks investment in concession appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-reopens-enugu-airport-seeks-investment-in-concession/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-reopens-enugu-airport-seeks-investment-in-concession/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 250 new virus cases, total now 53,727]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 250 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, bringing the nation&rsquo;s confirmed cases to 53,727.<br />
The post Nigeria records 250 new virus cases, total now 53,727 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-250-new-virus-cases-total-now-53727/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2020 09:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-250-new-virus-cases-total-now-53727/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NiMet predicts cloudiness, thunderstorms Sunday to Tuesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted cloudy skies over the Northern region on Sunday, with chances of isolated thunderstorms over parts of Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara, Kano, Katsina and Kaduna in the morning hours.<br />
The post NiMet predicts cloudiness, thunderstorms Sunday to Tuesday appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-predicts-cloudiness-thunderstorms-sunday-to-tuesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2020 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nimet-predicts-cloudiness-thunderstorms-sunday-to-tuesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi holds council polls amidst opposition boycott]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC) on Saturday conducted local government poll to elect 13 chairmen and 171 councillors across the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi holds council polls amidst opposition boycott appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-holds-council-polls-amidst-opposition-boycott/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2020 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-holds-council-polls-amidst-opposition-boycott/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of Reps committee tours Alex Ekwueme university teaching hospital on oversight functions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The House of Representatives Committee on Federal Health Institutions has toured Alex Ekweme Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki (AE-FETHA) on oversight function.<br />
The post House of Reps committee tours Alex Ekwueme university teaching hospital on oversight functions appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-committee-tours-alex-ekwueme-university-teaching-hospital-on-oversight-functions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-committee-tours-alex-ekwueme-university-teaching-hospital-on-oversight-functions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC confirms 296 new virus cases in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NCDC, which made this known on its official twitter handle on Thursday, added that only one death was recorded in the country.<br />
The post NCDC confirms 296 new virus cases in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-296-new-virus-cases-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 07:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-296-new-virus-cases-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records lowest daily virus cases in three months]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 221 new cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria records lowest daily virus cases in three months appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-lowest-daily-virus-cases-in-three-months/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-lowest-daily-virus-cases-in-three-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi to set up special court for herders, rape cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State government, Wednesday, directed the Chief Judge of the state, Mr. Anselm Nwaigwe, to urgently institute a special court where herders&rsquo; clashes, COVID-19 and rape cases will be tried.<br />
The post Ebonyi to set up special court for herders, rape cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-to-set-up-special-court-for-herders-rape-cases/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-to-set-up-special-court-for-herders-rape-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herders in Ebonyi now to carry identity cards – deputy governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Government on Tuesday directed that all the herders in the state should henceforth carry identity cards to help in identifying them in the event of any crime.<br />
The post Herders in Ebonyi now to carry identity cards &ndash; deputy governor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/herders-in-ebonyi-now-to-carry-identity-cards-deputy-governor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2020 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/herders-in-ebonyi-now-to-carry-identity-cards-deputy-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister: No date yet for resumption of schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, says no date has been fixed yet for full schools&rsquo; resumption even though the federal government had continued to engage stakeholders.<br />
The post Minister: No date yet for resumption of schools appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-no-date-yet-for-resumption-of-schools/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2020 09:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/minister-no-date-yet-for-resumption-of-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group donates materials to boost non formal education in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Education Today for Sustainable Development Initiative (ETSDI), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has donated educational and COVID-19 preventive materials worth millions of naira to Ebonyi government.<br />
The post Group donates materials to boost non formal education in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-donates-materials-to-boost-non-formal-education-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2020 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-donates-materials-to-boost-non-formal-education-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 321 new virus cases, total infections now 52,548]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported increase in COVID-19 cases to 52,548 with detection of 321 fresh infections in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria records 321 new virus cases, total infections now 52,548 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-321-new-virus-cases-total-infections-now-52548/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2020 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-321-new-virus-cases-total-infections-now-52548/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 322 new virus cases as total infections hit 52,227]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 322 new COVID-19 cases in the country, bringing the total number of infections to 52,227.<br />
The post Nigeria records 322 new virus cases as total infections hit 52,227 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-322-new-virus-cases-as-total-infections-hit-52227/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-322-new-virus-cases-as-total-infections-hit-52227/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi to sponsor 39 indigenes for international trade with China, Dubai, Turkey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi state government is to sponsor 39 youths in the state for international trade (import and export) with business men in China, Dubai and Turkey.<br />
The post Ebonyi to sponsor 39 indigenes for international trade with China, Dubai, Turkey appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-to-sponsor-39-indigenes-for-international-trade-with-china-dubai-turkey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-to-sponsor-39-indigenes-for-international-trade-with-china-dubai-turkey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos health commissioner contracts coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, has tested positive for coronavirus.<br />
The post Lagos health commissioner contracts coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-health-commissioner-contracts-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-health-commissioner-contracts-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 322 new virus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 322 new COVID-19 cases in the country, bringing the total number of infections to 52,227.<br />
The post Nigeria records 322 new virus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-322-new-virus-infections/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-322-new-virus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria: Lassa fever infections drop after worst ever outbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[The transmission of Lassa fever has dropped significantly across Nigeria with a total of 30 cases recorded nationwide in the past two months.<br />
The post Nigeria: Lassa fever infections drop after worst ever outbreak appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-lassa-fever-infections-drop-after-worst-ever-outbreak/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2020 09:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-lassa-fever-infections-drop-after-worst-ever-outbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 601 new virus infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 601 new cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of confirmed cases in Nigeria to 51,905.<br />
The post Nigeria records 601 new virus infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-601-new-virus-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2020 08:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-601-new-virus-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC, driving schools adopt safety, training resolutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Driving School Associations (DSA) have adopted resolutions towards promotion of quality drivers&rsquo; training and ensuring safety on Nigeria roads.<br />
The post FRSC, driving schools adopt safety, training resolutions appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-driving-schools-adopt-safety-training-resolutions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2020 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-driving-schools-adopt-safety-training-resolutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s coronavirus cases top 51, 000]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, 340 new coronavirus infections were found in Nigeria, bringing the total number of infections in the nation to 51, 304.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s coronavirus cases top 51, 000 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-cases-top-51-000/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2020 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-cases-top-51-000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB warns Nigerian government to stop harassment of members]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Thursday, told the Federal Government to halt &ldquo;the incessant harassment and arrest of its members and their families in South-East.&rdquo;<br />
The post IPOB warns Nigerian government to stop harassment of members appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-warns-nigerian-government-to-stop-harassment-of-members/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2020 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipob-warns-nigerian-government-to-stop-harassment-of-members/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government approves N13.3 billion take off for community policing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has approved the sum of N13.3 billion for the take-off of Community Policing initiative across the country.<br />
The post Nigerian government approves N13.3 billion take off for community policing appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-approves-n133-billion-take-off-for-community-policing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2020 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-approves-n133-billion-take-off-for-community-policing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Bank clears 35 Nigerian states for US$1.5 billion virus stimulus package]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Bank has cleared 35 states for the US$1.5billion stimulus package for Nigeria&rsquo;s states to cushion the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.<br />
The post World Bank clears 35 Nigerian states for US$1.5 billion virus stimulus package appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/world-bank-clears-35-nigerian-states-for-us15-billion-virus-stimulus-package/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2020 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/world-bank-clears-35-nigerian-states-for-us15-billion-virus-stimulus-package/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 410 new coronavirus cases as infections near 50,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Tuesday announced 410 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 49,895.<br />
The post Nigeria records 410 new coronavirus cases as infections near 50,000 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-410-new-coronavirus-cases-as-infections-near-50000/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-410-new-coronavirus-cases-as-infections-near-50000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 417 new coronavirus cases, total infections jump to 49,485]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 417 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of infections in the country to 49,485.<br />
The post Nigeria records 417 new coronavirus cases, total infections jump to 49,485 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-417-new-coronavirus-cases-total-infections-jump-to-49485/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2020 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-417-new-coronavirus-cases-total-infections-jump-to-49485/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNICEF: Prevalence of FGM/C drops by 21 percent in Ebony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prevalence of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) has dropped from 74 percent to 53 percent in Ebonyi state, says UNICEF Consultant.<br />
The post UNICEF: Prevalence of FGM/C drops by 21 percent in Ebony appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-prevalence-of-fgmc-drops-by-21-percent-in-ebony/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2020 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/unicef-prevalence-of-fgmc-drops-by-21-percent-in-ebony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria announces 325 new coronavirus cases, total infections hit 48,770]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), announced 325 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 48,770.<br />
The post Nigeria announces 325 new coronavirus cases, total infections hit 48,770 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-325-new-coronavirus-cases-total-infections-hit-48770/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2020 09:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-325-new-coronavirus-cases-total-infections-hit-48770/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria coronavirus deaths hit 974]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) on Saturday night revealed that 974 persons have lost their lives to coronavirus in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria coronavirus deaths hit 974 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-coronavirus-deaths-hit-974/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2020 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-coronavirus-deaths-hit-974/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor asks police chief to remove state from Zone 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has asked Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, to remove Ebonyi from the newly created zone 13 located at Ukpor in Anambra State.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor asks police chief to remove state from Zone 13 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-asks-police-chief-to-remove-state-from-zone-13/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2020 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-asks-police-chief-to-remove-state-from-zone-13/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kogi polytechnic expels 25 students for examination malpractice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kogi State Polytechnic has expelled 25 students for their involvement in various forms of examination malpractice.<br />
The post Kogi polytechnic expels 25 students for examination malpractice appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kogi-polytechnic-expels-25-students-for-examination-malpractice/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2020 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kogi-polytechnic-expels-25-students-for-examination-malpractice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC announces 329 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria on Friday recorded 329 new cases of the novel coronavirus, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control said<br />
The post NCDC announces 329 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-announces-329-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2020 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-announces-329-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government threatens to sack striking judiciary workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Striking judicial in Ebonyi were ordered to return to work immediately by the state government on Friday or be prepared to loss their jobs.<br />
The post Ebonyi government threatens to sack striking judiciary workers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-threatens-to-sack-striking-judiciary-workers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2020 11:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-threatens-to-sack-striking-judiciary-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New INEC admin secretary in Ebonyi assumes duty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr Clement Oha, the new Independent National Electoral Commission&rsquo;s (INEC) Administrative Secretary in Ebonyi has assumed duty.<br />
The post New INEC admin secretary in Ebonyi assumes duty appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/new-inec-admin-secretary-in-ebonyi-assumes-duty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/new-inec-admin-secretary-in-ebonyi-assumes-duty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi woos foreign investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Ebonyi state has expressed its readiness to enhance the ease of doing business with a view to attracting Foreign Investors into the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi woos foreign investors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-woos-foreign-investors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-woos-foreign-investors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor appoints monarchs, security chiefs to kick-start community policing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State governor, Chief David Umahi, on Thursday appointed monarchs and heads of security agencies to plan for the take-off of community policing in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor appoints monarchs, security chiefs to kick-start community policing appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-appoints-monarchs-security-chiefs-to-kick-start-community-policing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 11:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-appoints-monarchs-security-chiefs-to-kick-start-community-policing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s coronavirus cases hit 47,743 as NCDC confirms fresh 453]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria now has a total 47,743 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s coronavirus cases hit 47,743 as NCDC confirms fresh 453 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-cases-hit-47743-as-ncdc-confirms-fresh-453/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 08:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-coronavirus-cases-hit-47743-as-ncdc-confirms-fresh-453/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 423 new cases of coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Out of the new cases reported from 22 states of the federation, Lagos is leading with 117 new cases of the virus.<br />
The post Nigeria records 423 new cases of coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-423-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-423-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate probes FIIRO’s alleged extra budgetary spending]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate Committee on Science and Technology has commenced investigation into the budgetary expenditure of the Federal Institute of Industrial Research, Oshodi Lagos.<br />
The post Senate probes FIIRO&rsquo;s alleged extra budgetary spending appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-probes-fiiros-alleged-extra-budgetary-spending/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-probes-fiiros-alleged-extra-budgetary-spending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[13 NSCDC commands get new permanent office structures]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Commandant General, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Mr Abdullahi Gana, said that 13 state commands of the corps have moved out of rented apartments into new permanent office structures built by the Corps.<br />
The post 13 NSCDC commands get new permanent office structures appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/13-nscdc-commands-get-new-permanent-office-structures/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2020 17:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/13-nscdc-commands-get-new-permanent-office-structures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari, NGF security council, security heads meet in Aso Rock]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari is currently meeting with members of Nigeria Governors Forum Security Council and heads of security agencies at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja.<br />
The post President Buhari, NGF security council, security heads meet in Aso Rock appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-ngf-security-council-security-heads-meet-in-aso-rock/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2020 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-ngf-security-council-security-heads-meet-in-aso-rock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF appoints Senator Ogba as NNL new boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chairman Senate committee on sports and Ebonyi state Football Association boss Senator Obinna Ogba has been appointed as the new Chairman of the 2nd tier Nigeria National League NNL.<br />
The post NFF appoints Senator Ogba as NNL new boss appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nff-appoints-senator-ogba-as-nnl-new-boss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2020 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nff-appoints-senator-ogba-as-nnl-new-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JAMB considers new date for 2020 admissions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), on Sunday, said that it is considering a new date, for the commencement of 2020 admission exercise.<br />
The post JAMB considers new date for 2020 admissions appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jamb-considers-new-date-for-2020-admissions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/jamb-considers-new-date-for-2020-admissions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC confirms 437 new coronavirus case, total infections hit 46,577]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 437 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of infections in the country to 46,577.<br />
The post NCDC confirms 437 new coronavirus case, total infections hit 46,577 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-437-new-coronavirus-case-total-infections-hit-46577/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-437-new-coronavirus-case-total-infections-hit-46577/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three senators, one Reps member absent at Ebonyi PDP congress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three senators from Ebonyi State and a member of the House of Representatives were among prominent members of the People&rsquo;s Democratic Party (PDP) absent from the state congress.<br />
The post Three senators, one Reps member absent at Ebonyi PDP congress appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-senators-one-reps-member-absent-at-ebonyi-pdp-congress/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2020 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-senators-one-reps-member-absent-at-ebonyi-pdp-congress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria coronavirus cases top 46,000 with 453 new infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) says COVID-19 cases in Nigeria increased by 453, with total infections now 46,140.<br />
The post Nigeria coronavirus cases top 46,000 with 453 new infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-coronavirus-cases-top-46000-with-453-new-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2020 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-coronavirus-cases-top-46000-with-453-new-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: I will not choose my successor – Governor Umahi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi says he will not choose his successor in the 2023 governorship election in the state.<br />
The post 2023: I will not choose my successor &ndash; Governor Umahi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-i-will-not-choose-my-successor-governor-umahi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2020 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-i-will-not-choose-my-successor-governor-umahi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exam malpractice: Coronavirus will check cheating among students – Governor Umahi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi state has said that COVID-19 will help in checking &lsquo;giraffing&rsquo; among students during examinations.<br />
The post Exam malpractice: Coronavirus will check cheating among students &ndash; Governor Umahi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/exam-malpractice-coronavirus-will-check-cheating-among-students-governor-umahi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2020 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/exam-malpractice-coronavirus-will-check-cheating-among-students-governor-umahi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi urges President Buhari not to sack service chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has called on President Muhammadu Buhari not to listen to the call for sack of security chiefs.<br />
The post Governor Umahi urges President Buhari not to sack service chiefs appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-urges-president-buhari-not-to-sack-service-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2020 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-urges-president-buhari-not-to-sack-service-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor urges President Buhari to increase Nigerian Army funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State, Friday, called on President Muhammadu Buhari to increase funding and logistics to the Nigeria Army, rather than contemplating sacking the Service Chiefs.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor urges President Buhari to increase Nigerian Army funds appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-urges-president-buhari-to-increase-nigerian-army-funds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2020 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-urges-president-buhari-to-increase-nigerian-army-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria announces 354 new coronavirus cases, total infections hit 45,244]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 354 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, bringing the total number infections to 45,244.<br />
The post Nigeria announces 354 new coronavirus cases, total infections hit 45,244 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-354-new-coronavirus-cases-total-infections-hit-45244/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2020 10:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-354-new-coronavirus-cases-total-infections-hit-45244/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria extends eased lockdown by four weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federal government yesterday extended the ease of lockdown in the country by another four weeks, saying coronavirus was now in 536 of the 774 local government areas in Nigeria.<br />
The post Nigeria extends eased lockdown by four weeks appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-extends-eased-lockdown-by-four-weeks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2020 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-extends-eased-lockdown-by-four-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Army to build reference hospital in South-East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian Army says it has concluded plans to boost healthcare delivery in South-East by building a state-of-the-art Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Nigerian Army to build reference hospital in South-East appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-army-to-build-reference-hospital-in-south-east/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-army-to-build-reference-hospital-in-south-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 457 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 457 new cases of the COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections to 44,890.<br />
The post Nigeria records 457 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-457-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-457-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: God will decide my political future – Governor Umahi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi on Wednesday said that only God will decide his next destination after leaving office as the state&rsquo;s governor in 2023.<br />
The post 2023: God will decide my political future &ndash; Governor Umahi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-god-will-decide-my-political-future-governor-umahi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-god-will-decide-my-political-future-governor-umahi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Ebonyi international airport to be completed in 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State, yesterday stated that the ongoing International Airport at Onueke will commence operation by 2022.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Ebonyi international airport to be completed in 2022 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ebonyi-international-airport-to-be-completed-in-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-ebonyi-international-airport-to-be-completed-in-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Army states position on soldiers involved in Ebonyi bullion van robbery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Army has said that the soldiers arrested for bullion van robbery in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, are not its personnel.<br />
The post Nigerian Army states position on soldiers involved in Ebonyi bullion van robbery appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-army-states-position-on-soldiers-involved-in-ebonyi-bullion-van-robbery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 12:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-army-states-position-on-soldiers-involved-in-ebonyi-bullion-van-robbery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIDCOM: 30 stranded Nigerians in Lebanon rescued, among 150 awaiting evacuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirty Nigerians, who were trafficked and left stranded in Lebanon have been rescued, and are among a total of 150 victims awaiting evacuation to Nigeria.<br />
The post NIDCOM: 30 stranded Nigerians in Lebanon rescued, among 150 awaiting evacuation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nidcom-30-stranded-nigerians-in-lebanon-rescued-among-150-awaiting-evacuation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nidcom-30-stranded-nigerians-in-lebanon-rescued-among-150-awaiting-evacuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NUC begins assessment of universities ahead resumption]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Universities Commission (NUC) said it is collecting data from universities to assess their readiness for resumption of academic activities.<br />
The post NUC begins assessment of universities ahead resumption appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nuc-begins-assessment-of-universities-ahead-resumption/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nuc-begins-assessment-of-universities-ahead-resumption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Revised NDC will impact Nigeria’s climate, economic development – environmentalist]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Environmental Expert, Prof. Chukwumerije Okereke, says the revision of the nation&rsquo;s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) has the potential to impact Nigeria and Africa&rsquo;s climate change policy and economic development.<br />
The post Revised NDC will impact Nigeria&rsquo;s climate, economic development &ndash; environmentalist appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/revised-ndc-will-impact-nigerias-climate-economic-development-environmentalist/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2020 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/revised-ndc-will-impact-nigerias-climate-economic-development-environmentalist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest soldiers, 5 others over bullion van robbery]]></title><description><![CDATA[A crack team of Police detectives have arrested seven armed robbers including a serving and dismissed soldiers for alleged robbery of a bullion van in Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Police arrest soldiers, 5 others over bullion van robbery appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-soldiers-5-others-over-bullion-van-robbery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2020 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-soldiers-5-others-over-bullion-van-robbery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate: NDDC heads take 30% of contract sums]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate has revealed that the head of the Interim Management Committee, IMC, of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Prof Kemebradikumo Pondei, and other members of the committee collected between 20 and 30 pe rcent of contract sums before contractors were paid.<br />
The post Senate: NDDC heads take 30% of contract sums appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-nddc-heads-take-30-of-contract-sums/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2020 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-nddc-heads-take-30-of-contract-sums/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of Reps set up 30-man c’ttee to accelerate passage of PIB]]></title><description><![CDATA[A thirty-member committee, with five members drawn from each of the six geo-political zones of the country, is expected to start work on the bill in the third week of this month, newsmen learnt, weekend.<br />
The post House of Reps set up 30-man c&rsquo;ttee to accelerate passage of PIB appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-set-up-30-man-cttee-to-accelerate-passage-of-pib/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2020 09:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-set-up-30-man-cttee-to-accelerate-passage-of-pib/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 304 fresh coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[It showed that the 304 new cases were reported from 15 states, namely Lagos (81), FCT (39), Abia (31), Kaduna (24), Rivers (23), Plateau (16), Cross River (13), Ebonyi (12), Ondo (12) Ekiti (11), Edo (11), Benue (10), Nasarawa (10), Ogun (6) and Gombe (5).<br />
The post Nigeria records 304 fresh coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-304-fresh-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2020 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-304-fresh-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC cautions against claiming of right on the road]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has cautioned motorists against insisting on their right of way because such moves do lead to accidents on major roads in the country.<br />
The post FRSC cautions against claiming of right on the road appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-cautions-against-claiming-of-right-on-the-road/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2020 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-cautions-against-claiming-of-right-on-the-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FCT leads with 130 coronavirus cases, as Nigeria records 386 new infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) led the pack on Saturday with 130 Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases as the country recorded 386 new infections in the country.<br />
The post FCT leads with 130 coronavirus cases, as Nigeria records 386 new infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/fct-leads-with-130-coronavirus-cases-as-nigeria-records-386-new-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2020 09:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/fct-leads-with-130-coronavirus-cases-as-nigeria-records-386-new-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor, daughter, three aides recover from coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr. Uchenna Orji, Commissioner for Information and Orientation, made the disclosure in a statement on Friday, noting that Umahi was full of praises to God for his healing.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor, daughter, three aides recover from coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-daughter-three-aides-recover-from-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2020 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-daughter-three-aides-recover-from-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP holds council primaries]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ebonyi State Chapter on Friday, July 31, 2020, held its local council primaries across the 171 wards in the State to elect its candidates for the Local Government elections scheduled for August 29, 2020.<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP holds council primaries appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-holds-council-primaries/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-holds-council-primaries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC urges Abia governor to conduct councils election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reacting to the delay in conducting council polls, Abia State chapter of All Progressives Congress, APC, has issued an ultimatum to Governor Okezie Ikpeazu to conduct election into the councils.<br />
The post APC urges Abia governor to conduct councils election appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-urges-abia-governor-to-conduct-councils-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/apc-urges-abia-governor-to-conduct-councils-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor condoles police over officers’ killing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has condoled with the Nigeria Police and families of its personnel killed by armed robbers in Ebonyi on Wednesday.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor condoles police over officers&rsquo; killing appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-condoles-police-over-officers-killing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2020 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-condoles-police-over-officers-killing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP commends President Buhari over second Niger Bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for the construction of the second Niger Bridge which is still in progress and almost at finishing point.<br />
The post Ebonyi PDP commends President Buhari over second Niger Bridge appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-commends-president-buhari-over-second-niger-bridge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2020 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-pdp-commends-president-buhari-over-second-niger-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 624 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has announced 624 new COVID-19 cases in the country as total infections from the virus increased to 41, 804.<br />
The post Nigeria records 624 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-624-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2020 07:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-624-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC sensitises transporters on coronavirus safety protocols]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has tasked public transport and fleet operators to adhere strictly to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) protocols, to prevent further spread of coronavirus.<br />
The post FRSC sensitises transporters on coronavirus safety protocols appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-sensitises-transporters-on-coronavirus-safety-protocols/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2020 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-sensitises-transporters-on-coronavirus-safety-protocols/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC confirms 438 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The health agency said that the 438 new cases were reported from 24 states, Lagos (123), Kaduna (50), Rivers (40), Edo (37), Adamawa (25), Oyo State (20), Nasarawa State (16), Osun (15), Enugu State (15), FCT (14), Ekiti (13), Ondo State (13), Ebonyi (11), Katsina State (10), Abia (9), Delta (8), Kwara (4), Ogun (3), Cross River (3), Kano State (3), Bauchi State (3), Yobe (2), Sokoto State (1) and Niger (1).<br />
The post NCDC confirms 438 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-438-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2020 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-438-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawmaker calls for constitutional backing for judicial, legislative autonomy]]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the House of Representatives, Iduma Igariwey (Afikpo North/Afikpo South), Ebonyi State of the PDP has called for constitutional backing to give legitimacy to the state judiciary and also legislative autonomy.<br />
The post Lawmaker calls for constitutional backing for judicial, legislative autonomy appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lawmaker-calls-for-constitutional-backing-for-judicial-legislative-autonomy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2020 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lawmaker-calls-for-constitutional-backing-for-judicial-legislative-autonomy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arthur Eze fires back at ex-SGF Pius Anyim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renowned philanthropist and billionaire international oil magnate, Prince Arthur Eze, has fired back at the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, describing him as the worst Senate President in Nigeria&rsquo;s history.<br />
The post Arthur Eze fires back at ex-SGF Pius Anyim appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/arthur-eze-fires-back-at-ex-sgf-pius-anyim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2020 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/arthur-eze-fires-back-at-ex-sgf-pius-anyim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of Reps consider immunity from prosecution for Supreme Court judges, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The House of Representatives is mulling a bill seeking to grant immunity to the Supreme Court justices, chief judges of the Federal High Court and the 36 states of the federation and that of the Federal Capital Territory.<br />
The post House of Reps consider immunity from prosecution for Supreme Court judges, others appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-consider-immunity-from-prosecution-for-supreme-court-judges-others/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/house-of-reps-consider-immunity-from-prosecution-for-supreme-court-judges-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi group commends governor on sack of 1,000 aides]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ambassador Paschal Oluchukwu, President Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in Diaspora (AESID), has lauded the decision of Governor Dave Umahi to relieve 1,000 of his aides of their services noting that politics is not a vacation.<br />
The post Ebonyi group commends governor on sack of 1,000 aides appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-commends-governor-on-sack-of-1000-aides/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2020 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-group-commends-governor-on-sack-of-1000-aides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawmakers protest as Senate confirms 39 ambassador-nominees]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amid protests, on Wednesday, the Senate confirmed the nomination of 39 career and non-career ambassador-nominees submitted to it by President Muhammadu Buhari for screening and confirmation.<br />
The post Lawmakers protest as Senate confirms 39 ambassador-nominees appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lawmakers-protest-as-senate-confirms-39-ambassador-nominees/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2020 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lawmakers-protest-as-senate-confirms-39-ambassador-nominees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three-storey building collapses in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[A three-story building, which was under construction at the Nkaliki area of Abakaliki, in the Abakaliki Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, has collapsed.<br />
The post Three-storey building collapses in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-storey-building-collapses-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/three-storey-building-collapses-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos coronavirus daily infections drop as Nigeria records 572 new cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The daily confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Lagos State have continued to drop, as Nigeria recorded 572 cases in 22 states with four deaths, on Tuesday.<br />
The post Lagos coronavirus daily infections drop as Nigeria records 572 new cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-coronavirus-daily-infections-drop-as-nigeria-records-572-new-cases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2020 08:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-coronavirus-daily-infections-drop-as-nigeria-records-572-new-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus will not truncate academic calendar – vice-chancellor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Vice-Chancellor of Evangel University, Akaeze, Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Iche Ukpai-Kalu, says students of the institution would graduate in record time in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic.<br />
The post Coronavirus will not truncate academic calendar &ndash; vice-chancellor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-will-not-truncate-academic-calendar-vice-chancellor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2020 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-will-not-truncate-academic-calendar-vice-chancellor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor to sack 1,000 aides]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State on Monday announced that he would disengage from service some categories of aides, numbering more than 1,000, on August 1 due to non-performance in their duties.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor to sack 1,000 aides appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-to-sack-1000-aides/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2020 09:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-to-sack-1000-aides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police parades 33 ‘kidnappers,’ 10 ‘robbers’ in Adamawa]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Adamawa has paraded 33 kidnappers and 10 robbery suspects, as well as 16 others allegedly involved in inciting communal conflict in the state.<br />
The post Police parades 33 &lsquo;kidnappers,&rsquo; 10 &lsquo;robbers&rsquo; in Adamawa appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-parades-33-kidnappers-10-robbers-in-adamawa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2020 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-parades-33-kidnappers-10-robbers-in-adamawa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria coronavirus cases surpass 36, 000 with 653 new infections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 653 new COVID-19 cases in the country as total infections from the virus rise to 36, 107.<br />
The post Nigeria coronavirus cases surpass 36, 000 with 653 new infections appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-coronavirus-cases-surpass-36-000-with-653-new-infections/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2020 09:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-coronavirus-cases-surpass-36-000-with-653-new-infections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Central bank targets 12.5 metres metric tons of maize production in 18 months]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday in Abuja said that it would intensify its support to farmers to meet the production of 12.5 million metric tons of maize in the country in the next 18 months.<br />
The post Central bank targets 12.5 metres metric tons of maize production in 18 months appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/central-bank-targets-125-metres-metric-tons-of-maize-production-in-18-months/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2020 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/central-bank-targets-125-metres-metric-tons-of-maize-production-in-18-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 643 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria, on Wednesday, recorded another 643 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 with six deaths bringing the total number to 34, 259.<br />
The post Nigeria records 643 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-643-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2020 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-643-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EBSIEC fixes Ebonyi council polls for August 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC) has fixed Aug. 15 for the Local Government Area (LGA) elections in the state.<br />
The post EBSIEC fixes Ebonyi council polls for August 15 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebsiec-fixes-ebonyi-council-polls-for-august-15/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebsiec-fixes-ebonyi-council-polls-for-august-15/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor suspends FADAMA coordinator for ‘fraud’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has suspended the Coordinator of the FADAMA III Project, Dr Cletus Nwakpu over alleged fraud ranging from financial and other official misconduct.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor suspends FADAMA coordinator for &lsquo;fraud&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-fadama-coordinator-for-fraud/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-suspends-fadama-coordinator-for-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Robbers’ write Ebonyi banks over planned attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fear gripped residents of Afikpo town, in the Afikpo North Local Government Area of Ebonyi State on Tuesday following a letter allegedly written to banks in the community by armed robbers, notifying them of a planned visit to the community.<br />
The post &lsquo;Robbers&rsquo; write Ebonyi banks over planned attack appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/robbers-write-ebonyi-banks-over-planned-attack/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 09:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/robbers-write-ebonyi-banks-over-planned-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023 Presidency: Southeast PDP chairmen tackle Senator Suswam]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Forum of Southeast chairmen of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has vehemently rejected the statement credited to a former governor of Benue state, Senator Gabriel Suswam, to the effect that the national body of the party has zoned the 2023 presidential ticket to the northern part of the country.<br />
The post 2023 Presidency: Southeast PDP chairmen tackle Senator Suswam appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-presidency-southeast-pdp-chairmen-tackle-senator-suswam/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2020 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2023-presidency-southeast-pdp-chairmen-tackle-senator-suswam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government inaugurates governing councils of 13 universities]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Minister of Education, Malam Adamu Adamu, has inaugurated the governing councils of 13 federal universities in the country.<br />
The post Nigerian government inaugurates governing councils of 13 universities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-inaugurates-governing-councils-of-13-universities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2020 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-inaugurates-governing-councils-of-13-universities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICPC tracks N3 billion worth projects in two Kebbi senatorial districts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Constituency Project Tracking Group (CPTG) says it has tracked projects worth N3 billion out of the N3.5 billion expected to be tracked by the group in Kebbi.<br />
The post ICPC tracks N3 billion worth projects in two Kebbi senatorial districts appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-tracks-n3-billion-worth-projects-in-two-kebbi-senatorial-districts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2020 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-tracks-n3-billion-worth-projects-in-two-kebbi-senatorial-districts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IGP: We’ll flush out criminals in South East soonest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inspector-General of Police [IGP], Mohammed Adamu, yesterday, vowed to flush out every single criminal element operating in any part of the South East zone within the shortest possible time.<br />
The post IGP: We&rsquo;ll flush out criminals in South East soonest appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igp-well-flush-out-criminals-in-south-east-soonest/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/igp-well-flush-out-criminals-in-south-east-soonest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi records six coronavirus deaths as cases hit 508]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State has recorded three additional COVID-19-related deaths, bringing the number of fatalities to six.<br />
The post Ebonyi records six coronavirus deaths as cases hit 508 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-records-six-coronavirus-deaths-as-cases-hit-508/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2020 09:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-records-six-coronavirus-deaths-as-cases-hit-508/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC confirms fives coronavirus cases in Cross River]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Monday confirmed five cases of coronavirus in Cross River State.<br />
The post NCDC confirms fives coronavirus cases in Cross River appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-fives-coronavirus-cases-in-cross-river/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2020 09:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-fives-coronavirus-cases-in-cross-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria considers another total lockdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, Boss Mustapha, on Monday lamented that it was directly affecting governance and security in the country.<br />
The post Nigeria considers another total lockdown appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-considers-another-total-lockdown/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2020 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-considers-another-total-lockdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police commissioner warns criminals to repent or leave Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Commissioner of Police in Ebonyi, Mr Philip Maku, has warned criminals operating in the state to repent from their evil ways or leave the state.<br />
The post Police commissioner warns criminals to repent or leave Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-commissioner-warns-criminals-to-repent-or-leave-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2020 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-commissioner-warns-criminals-to-repent-or-leave-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SERAP gives President Buhari 14 days to probe over N300 billion missing public funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given President Muhammadu Buhari 14 days to &ldquo;direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Mr Abubakar Malami, SAN, and appropriate anti-corruption agencies to urgently investigate allegations that over N300bn of public funds are missing, mismanaged, diverted or stolen, as documented in the 2017 audited report by the Auditor General of the Federation (AGF).&rdquo;<br />
The post SERAP gives President Buhari 14 d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/serap-gives-president-buhari-14-days-to-probe-over-n300-billion-missing-public-funds/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2020 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/serap-gives-president-buhari-14-days-to-probe-over-n300-billion-missing-public-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: PDP urges prayers for Governors Umahi, Ortom’s wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[The People&rsquo;s Democratic Party has called for prayers for speedy recovery of Gov. Dave Umahi of Ebonyi, the wife of Benue governor, Eunice Ortom and other Nigerians, who have tested positive to COVID-19.<br />
The post Coronavirus: PDP urges prayers for Governors Umahi, Ortom&rsquo;s wife appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-pdp-urges-prayers-for-governors-umahi-ortoms-wife/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2020 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-pdp-urges-prayers-for-governors-umahi-ortoms-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi NUJ demands immediate release of arrested chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), has condemned in strong terms arrest of its chairman, Comrade Tony Nwizi, who was arrested in the early hours of Saturday.<br />
The post Ebonyi NUJ demands immediate release of arrested chairman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nuj-demands-immediate-release-of-arrested-chairman/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2020 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-nuj-demands-immediate-release-of-arrested-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor, his aides test positive for coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State has tested positive for coronavirus and has gone on self-isolation.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor, his aides test positive for coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-his-aides-test-positive-for-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2020 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-his-aides-test-positive-for-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest Ebonyi NUJ chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[The police have arrested the chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ebonyi State chapter, Tony Nwizi.<br />
The post Police arrest Ebonyi NUJ chairman appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-ebonyi-nuj-chairman/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2020 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-arrest-ebonyi-nuj-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of Calabar teaching hospital reports five confirmed coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five persons have tested positive for the deadly COVID-19 in Cross River State, puncturing the state government&rsquo;s ridiculous posturing that the state is free of the pandemic.<br />
The post University of Calabar teaching hospital reports five confirmed coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/university-of-calabar-teaching-hospital-reports-five-confirmed-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2020 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/university-of-calabar-teaching-hospital-reports-five-confirmed-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor tests positive for coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Umahi who appealed to residents in the state to take preventive measures directed the Deputy Governor, Kelechi Igwe, to take over the frontline coordination of the state&rsquo;s fight against the disease.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor tests positive for coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-tests-positive-for-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2020 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-tests-positive-for-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police confirm re-arrest 17 freed inmates in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Police Command yesterday said it has rearrested over 17 freed inmate&rsquo;s for committing various heinous crimes in the state.<br />
The post Police confirm re-arrest 17 freed inmates in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-confirm-re-arrest-17-freed-inmates-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2020 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-confirm-re-arrest-17-freed-inmates-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICPC: How Kwara top shots hijacked public solar street lights for their residences]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission has ordered the relocation of solar street lights from private residents in Ilorin, Kwara State.<br />
The post ICPC: How Kwara top shots hijacked public solar street lights for their residences appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-how-kwara-top-shots-hijacked-public-solar-street-lights-for-their-residences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-how-kwara-top-shots-hijacked-public-solar-street-lights-for-their-residences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Thee deaths, 24 health workers coronavirus infection in Ebonyi frightening]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has described the death of three health workers due to COVID-19 and infection of 24 others in the state as frightening.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Thee deaths, 24 health workers coronavirus infection in Ebonyi frightening appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-thee-deaths-24-health-workers-coronavirus-infection-in-ebonyi-frightening/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-thee-deaths-24-health-workers-coronavirus-infection-in-ebonyi-frightening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC speaks on use of face shields, virus cases hit 24,077]]></title><description><![CDATA[As total infections in Nigeria hit 24,077, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC has warned against abandoning face masks in favour of face shields.<br />
The post NCDC speaks on use of face shields, virus cases hit 24,077 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-speaks-on-use-of-face-shields-virus-cases-hit-24077/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2020 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-speaks-on-use-of-face-shields-virus-cases-hit-24077/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICPC operatives arrive Kwara to track constituency projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it is tracking 250 constituency projects in Kwara.<br />
The post ICPC operatives arrive Kwara to track constituency projects appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-operatives-arrive-kwara-to-track-constituency-projects/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2020 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-operatives-arrive-kwara-to-track-constituency-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group faults Abia Onyeike ‘apology’ to Ebonyi government]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group, Edda Professionals&rsquo; League (Pro-Edda), has asked the public to disregard an announcement on the Ebonyi State radio in Abakaliki that Abia Onyeike has retracted his criticism of the state government and apologised for an offence he didn&rsquo;t commit.<br />
The post Group faults Abia Onyeike &lsquo;apology&rsquo; to Ebonyi government appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-faults-abia-onyeike-apology-to-ebonyi-government/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2020 09:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-faults-abia-onyeike-apology-to-ebonyi-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five Ebonyi family members test positive for coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five family members of a former Permanent Secretary in Ebonyi State, who died of COVID-19, have tested positive for the viral disease.<br />
The post Five Ebonyi family members test positive for coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/five-ebonyi-family-members-test-positive-for-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2020 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/five-ebonyi-family-members-test-positive-for-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICPC begins constituency projects tracking in 16 states]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission has launched an investigation into fraudulent procurement practices in the award of contracts for constituency and executive projects in 16 states of the federation.<br />
The post ICPC begins constituency projects tracking in 16 states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-begins-constituency-projects-tracking-in-16-states/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/icpc-begins-constituency-projects-tracking-in-16-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 675 new coronavirus cases, total now 20,919]]></title><description><![CDATA[The spread of the COVID-19 pandemic continues unabated as the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Monday confirmed 675 new cases.<br />
The post Nigeria records 675 new coronavirus cases, total now 20,919 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-675-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-20919/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2020 08:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-675-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-20919/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group faults community’s plan to disown former Ebonyi commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edda Professionals&rsquo; League (EPL), a body of eminent experts and professionals of Edda extraction, has vowed to resist any plan aimed at humiliating Chief Abia Onyike, former Commissioner for Information and State Orientation in Ebonyi.<br />
The post Group faults community&rsquo;s plan to disown former Ebonyi commissioner appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-faults-communitys-plan-to-disown-former-ebonyi-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2020 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/group-faults-communitys-plan-to-disown-former-ebonyi-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi donates office to NYSC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi Government has donated a building to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to serve its permanent office in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi donates office to NYSC appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-donates-office-to-nysc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2020 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-donates-office-to-nysc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi shuts hospital for treating coronavirus patient]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi has ordered immediate shut down of a private hospital that treated the first Covid-19 fatality in Ebonyi State.<br />
The post Ebonyi shuts hospital for treating coronavirus patient appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-shuts-hospital-for-treating-coronavirus-patient/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2020 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-shuts-hospital-for-treating-coronavirus-patient/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APP: Nigeria Police subverting citizen’s right to freedom of speech]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opposition Action Peoples Party (APP) has demanded the immediate release of its National Chairman, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, who was arrested and detained by men of the Nigeria Police.<br />
The post APP: Nigeria Police subverting citizen&rsquo;s right to freedom of speech appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/app-nigeria-police-subverting-citizens-right-to-freedom-of-speech/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2020 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/app-nigeria-police-subverting-citizens-right-to-freedom-of-speech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police apprehend two boys for gang-raping 15-year-old girl in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ebonyi said on Saturday that it had arrested two teenage boys aged 15 and 14 years for allegedly gang-raping a 15-year-old girl.<br />
The post Police apprehend two boys for gang-raping 15-year-old girl in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-apprehend-two-boys-for-gang-raping-15-year-old-girl-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2020 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-apprehend-two-boys-for-gang-raping-15-year-old-girl-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We’ll protect Ndigbo against herdsmen, bandits – South East governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[South East Governors, yesterday, said they are committed to the security and welfare of Ndigbo and would stop at nothing to ensure that the geopolitical zone is secured against banditry and invasion of killer herdsmen.<br />
The post We&rsquo;ll protect Ndigbo against herdsmen, bandits &ndash;&nbsp;South East governors appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/well-protect-ndigbo-against-herdsmen-bandits-south-east-governors/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2020 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/well-protect-ndigbo-against-herdsmen-bandits-south-east-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi records first coronavirus death as governor shuts down courts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi on Friday announced the first death recorded from the COVID-19 outbreak in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi records first coronavirus death as governor shuts down courts appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-records-first-coronavirus-death-as-governor-shuts-down-courts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2020 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-records-first-coronavirus-death-as-governor-shuts-down-courts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2020 UTME: Anambra, Edo, Delta, Ekiti candidates scored highest – JAMB]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has revealed the states of origin of 13 candidates with the top 10 best results in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.<br />
The post 2020 UTME: Anambra, Edo, Delta, Ekiti candidates scored highest &ndash; JAMB appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2020-utme-anambra-edo-delta-ekiti-candidates-scored-highest-jamb/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/2020-utme-anambra-edo-delta-ekiti-candidates-scored-highest-jamb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHRC: Most govt officials are ignorant of human rights]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi state coordinator of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Mr. Christopher Onyekachi, says most government officials are ignorant of human rights.<br />
The post NHRC: Most govt officials are ignorant of human rights appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-most-govt-officials-are-ignorant-of-human-rights/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2020 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nhrc-most-govt-officials-are-ignorant-of-human-rights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angry youths set Ebonyi commissioner’s house ablaze over husband’s ‘criminal involvements’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The compound of the Ebonyi State Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Mrs. Wendy Uchechi Okah, was on Saturday set ablaze by angry youths of Elugwu Ettam Community in Okpuitumo Ikwo Local government Area of the state.<br />
The post Angry youths set Ebonyi commissioner&rsquo;s house ablaze over husband&rsquo;s &lsquo;criminal involvements&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/angry-youths-set-ebonyi-commissioners-house-ablaze-over-husbands-criminal-involvements/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2020 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/angry-youths-set-ebonyi-commissioners-house-ablaze-over-husbands-criminal-involvements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[N2 billion loan: Ebonyi indigenes seek holistic probe of state’s finances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ambassador Paschal Oluchukwu, Convener of the Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in Diaspora (AESID), has urged the nation&rsquo;s anti-graft agencies to immediately undertake an holistic probe of the finances of Ebonyi State in the last 16 years in the light plethora of its abandoned projects and huge debt overhang.<br />
The post N2 billion loan: Ebonyi indigenes seek holistic probe of state&rsquo;s finances appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/n2-billion-loan-ebonyi-indigenes-seek-holistic-probe-of-states-finances/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2020 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/n2-billion-loan-ebonyi-indigenes-seek-holistic-probe-of-states-finances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria: No online registration for 774,000 jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government says there is no online portal for unemployed youths to register for its 1,000 jobs per Local Government Area.<br />
The post Nigeria: No online registration for 774,000 jobs appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-no-online-registration-for-774000-jobs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2020 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-no-online-registration-for-774000-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Buhari approves re-organisation of police, creates new formations]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari has approved a major re-organisation of Nigeria Police Force, creating a full-fledged intelligence unit cut out of the Force Criminal Investigation Department, and five new zonal commands, among other structural changes.<br />
The post President Buhari approves re-organisation of police, creates new formations appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-approves-re-organisation-of-police-creates-new-formations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2020 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/president-buhari-approves-re-organisation-of-police-creates-new-formations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oyo, Ebonyi, Edo, 8 others get new police chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to Force spokesperson, DCP Frank Mba, the Inspector General of Police charges the newly posted officers to ensure they consolidate and advance the gains of their predecessors particularly in the implementation of community-policing, crime prevention, public security, public safety and general crime fighting.<br />
The post Oyo, Ebonyi, Edo, 8 others get new police chiefs appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/oyo-ebonyi-edo-8-others-get-new-police-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2020 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/oyo-ebonyi-edo-8-others-get-new-police-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria pays $11 million as ransom to kidnappers in four years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The security architecture in Nigeria has once again come under the spotlight after a new report said the Nigerian Government and citizens have handed over N4 billion ($11 million) to kidnappers for ransom in the last four years.<br />
The post Nigeria pays $11 million as ransom to kidnappers in four years appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-pays-11-million-as-ransom-to-kidnappers-in-four-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2020 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-pays-11-million-as-ransom-to-kidnappers-in-four-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos records five new coronavirus deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five patients have died of coronavirus-related complications in Lagos State.<br />
The post Lagos records five new coronavirus deaths appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-five-new-coronavirus-deaths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-five-new-coronavirus-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police rescue two kidnapped siblings in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in Ebonyi State have rescued two siblings aged five and ten who were recently abducted from their home in Abakaliki at gunpoint by unknown gunmen.<br />
The post Police rescue two kidnapped siblings in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-rescue-two-kidnapped-siblings-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/police-rescue-two-kidnapped-siblings-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria announces 276 new coronavirus cases as toll hits 8344]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) on Tuesday announced that Nigeria recorded two hundred and seventy-six, 276, COVID-19 cases.<br />
The post Nigeria announces 276 new coronavirus cases as toll hits 8344 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-276-new-coronavirus-cases-as-toll-hits-8344/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-announces-276-new-coronavirus-cases-as-toll-hits-8344/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi assemblyman’s brother found dead in car boot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The younger brother of an Ebonyi House of Assembly member has been found dead in his car boot along the Abakaliki/Afikpo expressway.<br />
The post Ebonyi assemblyman&rsquo;s brother found dead in car boot appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-assemblymans-brother-found-dead-in-car-boot/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2020 20:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-assemblymans-brother-found-dead-in-car-boot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus: Archbishop challenges Nigerian government, hits security agencies over compromise]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of the Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN), Archbishop Christopher Ede, Enugu State chapter, has urged the Federal Government to show a sense of transparency and accountability in the sharing of COVID-19 palliatives.<br />
The post Coronavirus: Archbishop challenges Nigerian government, hits security agencies over compromise appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-archbishop-challenges-nigerian-government-hits-security-agencies-over-compromise/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2020 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-archbishop-challenges-nigerian-government-hits-security-agencies-over-compromise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi confirmed coronavirus cases hit 33]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State has reached a record of 33 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 of which 6 have been successfully treated and discharged.<br />
The post Ebonyi confirmed coronavirus cases hit 33 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-hit-33/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2020 08:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-hit-33/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi governor bemoans astronomical rise of coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has bemoaned the astronomical rise of COVID-19 cases in the state, describing it as &lsquo;shocking and disturbing&rsquo;.<br />
The post Ebonyi governor bemoans astronomical rise of coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-bemoans-astronomical-rise-of-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2020 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-governor-bemoans-astronomical-rise-of-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi coronavirus cases rise to 33 as state confirms 18 new cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[No fewer than thirty-three confirmed cases of coronavirus has been recorded in Ebonyi with six persons discharged between April and May 2020.<br />
The post Ebonyi coronavirus cases rise to 33 as state confirms 18 new cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-coronavirus-cases-rise-to-33-as-state-confirms-18-new-cases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2020 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-coronavirus-cases-rise-to-33-as-state-confirms-18-new-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Military kills 200 bandits in Katsina, 35 terrorists in Borno]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Sunday said that the air component of its Operation Hadarin Daji has neutralised about 200 armed bandits in Katsina State.<br />
The post Military kills 200 bandits in Katsina, 35 terrorists in Borno appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/military-kills-200-bandits-in-katsina-35-terrorists-in-borno/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2020 09:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/military-kills-200-bandits-in-katsina-35-terrorists-in-borno/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC confirms 313 new coronavirus cases, total active cases now 5350]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), on Sunday, recorded 313 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, taking the toll of active cases to 5350.<br />
The post NCDC confirms 313 new coronavirus cases, total active cases now 5350 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-313-new-coronavirus-cases-total-active-cases-now-5350/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2020 09:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-confirms-313-new-coronavirus-cases-total-active-cases-now-5350/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s president urges farmers to increase food production]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Muhammadu Buhari has advised Nigerian farmers to increase their food production as Nigeria has &lsquo;no money&rsquo; for food importation.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s president urges farmers to increase food production appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-president-urges-farmers-to-increase-food-production/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-president-urges-farmers-to-increase-food-production/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zinox boss hails Imo governor for crashing right of way charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serial digital entrepreneur and Chairman, Zinox Group, Leo Stan Ekeh, has hailed Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, for crashing the Right of Way (RoW) charges in the state byThe post Zinox boss hails Imo governor for crashing right of way charges appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zinox-boss-hails-imo-governor-for-crashing-right-of-way-charges/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zinox-boss-hails-imo-governor-for-crashing-right-of-way-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South East governors reject new community policing conditions by police chief]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South East Governors Forum has expressed dismay that the Inspector General of Police allegedly reneged on its agreements on practice and composition for establishment of community policing in the zone.<br />
The post South East governors reject new community policing conditions by police chief appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-reject-new-community-policing-conditions-by-police-chief/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 21:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/south-east-governors-reject-new-community-policing-conditions-by-police-chief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NUJ: We didn’t leave Ebonyi government house to fight the governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the Correspondents&rsquo; Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ebonyi state chapter, yesterday said they rented office to discharge their duties effectively and not to fight the state government as being speculated in many quarters.<br />
The post NUJ: We didn&rsquo;t leave Ebonyi government house to fight the governor appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nuj-we-didnt-leave-ebonyi-government-house-to-fight-the-governor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nuj-we-didnt-leave-ebonyi-government-house-to-fight-the-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi coronavirus cases rise to 22 as four patients discharged]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four more COVID-19 patients in Ebonyi state were on Sunday discharged from the state isolation centre at Unity Square, Abakaliki, the state capital, bringing the total number of discharged patients in the pandemic to six.<br />
The post Ebonyi coronavirus cases rise to 22 as four patients discharged appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-coronavirus-cases-rise-to-22-as-four-patients-discharged/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-coronavirus-cases-rise-to-22-as-four-patients-discharged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria hits 7,261 coronavirus infections with 245 new cases Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Friday recorded 245 new cases of the novel coronavirus, bringing total infections in the country to 7,261.<br />
The post Nigeria hits 7,261 coronavirus infections with 245 new cases Friday appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-hits-7261-coronavirus-infections-with-245-new-cases-friday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2020 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-hits-7261-coronavirus-infections-with-245-new-cases-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 245 new coronavirus cases, total now 7,261]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Friday confirmed 245 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, bringing the total number of infections to 7261.<br />
The post Nigeria records 245 new coronavirus cases, total now 7,261 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-245-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-7261/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2020 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-245-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-7261/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC engages Ebonyi government on coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Dr. Kelechi Igwe, has called on the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to fortify the healthcare system of the country to help curtail possible widespread of diseases.<br />
The post NCDC engages Ebonyi government on coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-engages-ebonyi-government-on-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2020 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-engages-ebonyi-government-on-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Godswill Obioma named new NECO registrar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Resident Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Godswill Obioma, has been named the new Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the National Examinations Council, NECO.<br />
The post Godswill Obioma named new NECO registrar appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/godswill-obioma-named-new-neco-registrar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2020 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/godswill-obioma-named-new-neco-registrar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria warns as residents buy hydroxychloroquine in large quantities]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has warned Nigerians against large purchase of hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19, saying the drug had not been certified for use.<br />
The post Nigeria warns as residents buy hydroxychloroquine in large quantities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-warns-as-residents-buy-hydroxychloroquine-in-large-quantities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2020 09:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-warns-as-residents-buy-hydroxychloroquine-in-large-quantities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDC: Only one coronavirus test conducted in Kogi]]></title><description><![CDATA[No more than one test has been carried out in Kogi State since the outbreak of the coronavirus in Nigeria on February 27.<br />
The post NCDC: Only one coronavirus test conducted in Kogi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-only-one-coronavirus-test-conducted-in-kogi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ncdc-only-one-coronavirus-test-conducted-in-kogi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ogun confirms 25 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ogun State government has confirmed 25 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the state to 178.<br />
The post Ogun confirms 25 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ogun-confirms-25-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ogun-confirms-25-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Umahi: Another lockdown likely to defeat coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has stated there may be another lockdown if Nigeria is to defeat coronavirus.<br />
The post Governor Umahi: Another lockdown likely to defeat coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-another-lockdown-likely-to-defeat-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governor-umahi-another-lockdown-likely-to-defeat-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivers alleges plan to declare state of emergency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rivers State Government said it has uncovered plans by some Abuja based citizens of the state to cause a breakdown of law and order, so as to declare a State of Emergency in the state.<br />
The post Rivers alleges plan to declare state of emergency appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rivers-alleges-plan-to-declare-state-of-emergency/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/rivers-alleges-plan-to-declare-state-of-emergency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 338 new coronavirus cases, total now 5,959]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has recorded 338 new cases of coronavirus, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 5,959.<br />
The post Nigeria records 338 new coronavirus cases, total now 5,959 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-338-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-5959/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2020 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-338-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-5959/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi government distributes palliative materials, protective equipments to health workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi has distributed palliative materials and Personal Protective Equipments (PPE) to Doctors and other health workers in charge of the COVID-19 patients at the treatment centre in Abakaliki.<br />
The post Ebonyi government distributes palliative materials, protective equipments to health workers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-distributes-palliative-materials-protective-equipments-to-health-workers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2020 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-government-distributes-palliative-materials-protective-equipments-to-health-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi lifts ban on religious centres, allows only 50 people to worship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the appeal made by the leadership of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) that religious centers be reopened for worship, Ebonyi State governor, David Umahi, on Friday, lifted ban on religious gatherings in the state.<br />
The post Ebonyi lifts ban on religious centres, allows only 50 people to worship appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-lifts-ban-on-religious-centres-allows-only-50-people-to-worship/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2020 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-lifts-ban-on-religious-centres-allows-only-50-people-to-worship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi warns against stigmatization, discharges one patient, eight still in treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi state government on Friday warned against stigmatization against those who tested positive of COVID-19 but were treated and discharged.<br />
The post Ebonyi warns against stigmatization, discharges one patient, eight still in treatment appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-warns-against-stigmatization-discharges-one-patient-eight-still-in-treatment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2020 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-warns-against-stigmatization-discharges-one-patient-eight-still-in-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPMAN raises alarm over imminent multiple tanker explosion in Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu Depot Unit of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), has called on the Gov. Willy Obiano of Anambra State to urgently address the excesses of the state&rsquo;s anti-COVID-19 security operatives at various boarders in the state to avoid an impending fire disaster.<br />
The post IPMAN raises alarm over imminent multiple tanker explosion in Anambra appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-raises-alarm-over-imminent-multiple-tanker-explosion-in-anambra/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2020 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ipman-raises-alarm-over-imminent-multiple-tanker-explosion-in-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government approves six new colleges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government has approved the establishment of six new federal colleges of education in each of the six geo-political zones of the country.<br />
The post Nigerian government approves six new colleges appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-approves-six-new-colleges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-approves-six-new-colleges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian government cuts 2020 budget by N71.5 billion]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a revision of the 2020 Budget from N10.594 trillion to N10.523 trillion, reflecting a N71.5billion downward review.<br />
The post Nigerian government cuts 2020 budget by N71.5 billion appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-cuts-2020-budget-by-n715-billion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-government-cuts-2020-budget-by-n715-billion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s discharged coronavirus patients tops 1000]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Till date, 4971 cases have been confirmed, 1070 cases have been discharged and 164 deaths have been recorded in 34 states and the Federal Capital Territory,&rdquo; the Centre stated on its website.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s discharged coronavirus patients tops 1000 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-discharged-coronavirus-patients-tops-1000/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 09:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-discharged-coronavirus-patients-tops-1000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governors want controversial infectious diseases bill ‘stepped down’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 36 state governors under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) have criticised the controversial Control of Infectious Diseases Bill, sponsored by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila.<br />
The post Governors want controversial infectious diseases bill &lsquo;stepped down&rsquo; appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governors-want-controversial-infectious-diseases-bill-stepped-down/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/governors-want-controversial-infectious-diseases-bill-stepped-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FEC approves revised 2020 budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Executive Council has approved the review to the 2020 budget and the Medium Term Expenditure Framework for 2020-2022 as recommended by the ministry of finance.<br />
The post FEC approves revised 2020 budget appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/fec-approves-revised-2020-budget/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/fec-approves-revised-2020-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imo governor commissions coronavirus testing centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has commissioned a COVID-19 certified Laboratory Testing Centre in Owerri, the State capital<br />
The post Imo governor commissions coronavirus testing centre appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-governor-commissions-coronavirus-testing-centre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/imo-governor-commissions-coronavirus-testing-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu governor arrests curfew defaulters, interstate travellers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State, Tuesday night, defied the heavy downpour in the State as he led a team to enforce the overnight curfew imposed across the country by President Muhammadu Buhari.<br />
The post Enugu governor arrests curfew defaulters, interstate travellers appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-governor-arrests-curfew-defaulters-interstate-travellers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-governor-arrests-curfew-defaulters-interstate-travellers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos records 57 new coronavirus cases as total nears 2000]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lagos State has recorded 57 more coronavirus infections, bringing the total cases in the state to 1,990.<br />
The post Lagos records 57 new coronavirus cases as total nears 2000 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-57-new-coronavirus-cases-as-total-nears-2000/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-records-57-new-coronavirus-cases-as-total-nears-2000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 146 new cases of coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Center for Disease Control, NCDC, confirmed this in a post on its Twitter page.<br />
The post Nigeria records 146 new cases of coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-146-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-146-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coronavirus testing procedure iron-cast – NCDC chief]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has activated three additional laboratories, bringing the total number of laboratories in the country to 23.<br />
The post Coronavirus testing procedure iron-cast &ndash;&nbsp;NCDC chief appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-testing-procedure-iron-cast-ncdc-chief/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/coronavirus-testing-procedure-iron-cast-ncdc-chief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 146 new coronavirus cases, total now 4,787]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 146 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 4,787.<br />
The post Nigeria records 146 new coronavirus cases, total now 4,787 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-146-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-4787/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-146-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-4787/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria governors meet Wednesday on quick way out of coronavirus effects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Governors&rsquo; Forum says it will meet on Wednesday to review the situation of COVID-19 pandemic in various states, and as well find paths for a quick way out of the effects of the pandemic.<br />
The post Nigeria governors meet Wednesday on quick way out of coronavirus effects appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-governors-meet-wednesday-on-quick-way-out-of-coronavirus-effects/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-governors-meet-wednesday-on-quick-way-out-of-coronavirus-effects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lockdown: House of Reps condemns extrajudicial killings, rights abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[The House of Representatives has condemned the spate of extrajudicial killings and human rights abuses especially by security operatives in the enforcement of the lockdown ordered by President Muhammadu Buhari and governors.<br />
The post Lockdown: House of Reps condemns extrajudicial killings, rights abuse appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lockdown-house-of-reps-condemns-extrajudicial-killings-rights-abuse/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lockdown-house-of-reps-condemns-extrajudicial-killings-rights-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi APC gives conditions to participate in palliatives distribution committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) has listed conditions that must be fulfilled by the state government for the party to participate in the COVID-19 Ebonyi Palliatives Distribution Joint Committee.<br />
The post Ebonyi APC gives conditions to participate in palliatives distribution committee appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-gives-conditions-to-participate-in-palliatives-distribution-committee/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-apc-gives-conditions-to-participate-in-palliatives-distribution-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Federal, states, local governments receive N1.95 trillion from FAAC in first quarter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), yesterday, stated that the Federal, states and local governments received N1.95 trillion from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) in the first quarter of 2020.<br />
The post Federal, states, local governments receive N1.95 trillion from FAAC in first quarter appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/federal-states-local-governments-receive-n195-trillion-from-faac-in-first-quarter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/federal-states-local-governments-receive-n195-trillion-from-faac-in-first-quarter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRSC arrests 396 vehicles for violating physical distancing directives]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has arrested 396 vehicles conveying over 2,422 passengers in its 12 Zonal Commands across the country.<br />
The post FRSC arrests 396 vehicles for violating physical distancing directives appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-arrests-396-vehicles-for-violating-physical-distancing-directives/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/frsc-arrests-396-vehicles-for-violating-physical-distancing-directives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foundation donates face masks, rice to Ebonyi communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the people and residents of Ebonyi State await both federal and state relief to cushion the hardships of the COVID-19 lockdown, an NGO, Golden-Julius Foundation (GJF) has stepped in to distribute over 2,000 bags of rice and other food items worth millions of naira to the indigent and disadvantaged people in the Nguzu and Ebiri communities of Afikpo South local government area.<br />
The post Foundation donates face masks, rice to Ebonyi communities appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/foundation-donates-face-masks-rice-to-ebonyi-communities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/foundation-donates-face-masks-rice-to-ebonyi-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chinese company donates N1 million, other palliatives to Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Chinese Construction Company in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi state capital, C.G.C CHEN, handling the NEWMAP Flood Intervention has donated covid-19 palliative materials to the state.<br />
The post Chinese company donates N1 million, other palliatives to Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/chinese-company-donates-n1-million-other-palliatives-to-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/chinese-company-donates-n1-million-other-palliatives-to-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate bill proposes N2 million fine for transporting corpse without permit]]></title><description><![CDATA[If the &lsquo;Bill on Protection against Infectious Diseases 2020&rsquo; presently in the Senate is signed into law, anyone found transporting a corpse of someone who died of infectious disease would pay a fine of N2 million.<br />
The post Senate bill proposes N2 million fine for transporting corpse without permit appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-bill-proposes-n2-million-fine-for-transporting-corpse-without-permit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2020 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-bill-proposes-n2-million-fine-for-transporting-corpse-without-permit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria: 10 die of coronavirus in Kano, Ogun, three other states]]></title><description><![CDATA[No fewer than seven patients died of coronavirus-related complications in Kano and Ogun states on Friday.<br />
The post Nigeria: 10 die of coronavirus in Kano, Ogun, three other states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-10-die-of-coronavirus-in-kano-ogun-three-other-states/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2020 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-10-die-of-coronavirus-in-kano-ogun-three-other-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghana tops coronavirus cases in West Africa after easing lockdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to data obtained from the World Health Organisation, no fewer than 4,012 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Ghana.<br />
The post Ghana tops coronavirus cases in West Africa after easing lockdown appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ghana-tops-coronavirus-cases-in-west-africa-after-easing-lockdown/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2020 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ghana-tops-coronavirus-cases-in-west-africa-after-easing-lockdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi indigenes charge police, DSS over killings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Association of Ebonyi State Indigenes in the Diaspora (AESID) has charged the Inspector General of Police and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to end political violence and killings in Asaga Owutu Edda in Afikpo South LGA.<br />
The post Ebonyi indigenes charge police, DSS over killings appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-indigenes-charge-police-dss-over-killings/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2020 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-indigenes-charge-police-dss-over-killings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s confirmed coronavirus cases jump to 3912]]></title><description><![CDATA[Announcing via its official Twitter handle this evening, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) stated that 176 of the new cases were recorded in Lagos, 65 in Kano, 31 in Katsina and 20 in Federal Capital Territory.<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s confirmed coronavirus cases jump to 3912 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-jump-to-3912/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2020 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerias-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-jump-to-3912/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 386 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria, on Friday, recorded 386 cases of COVID-19, its highest daily figure since the country recorded its first case in February.<br />
The post Nigeria records 386 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-386-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2020 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-386-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu records another coronavirus case, moves to plug porous borders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enugu State government yesterday announced the discovery of a new COVID-19 case in the state, bringing the total recorded cases in the state to 9 with 7 active cases.<br />
The post Enugu records another coronavirus case, moves to plug porous borders appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-records-another-coronavirus-case-moves-to-plug-porous-borders/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2020 10:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-records-another-coronavirus-case-moves-to-plug-porous-borders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP caucus leader calls for rejig of infectious diseases bill]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caucus in the House of Representatives, Hon. Kingsley Chinda, has called for a rejig of Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila&rsquo;s controversial infectious diseases Bill, saying that the contents of the Bill are draconian in nature, with various sections grossly abusing the constitution and rights of citizens.<br />
The post PDP caucus leader calls for rejig of infectious diseases bill appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-caucus-leader-calls-for-rejig-of-infectious-diseases-bill/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/pdp-caucus-leader-calls-for-rejig-of-infectious-diseases-bill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[34 inmates released from Abakaliki correctional centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebonyi Chief Judge, Justice Anselem Nwigwe, on Wednesday in Abakaliki released 34 awaiting trial inmates at the Abakaliki Correctional Centre, in a COVID-19 special jail delivery.<br />
The post 34 inmates released from Abakaliki correctional centre appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/34-inmates-released-from-abakaliki-correctional-centre/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/34-inmates-released-from-abakaliki-correctional-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for beating 11-year-old girl to death in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ebonyi State Police Command on Tuesday said it had arrested one Ogbonnaya Daniel for killing the 11-year-old daughter of his co-tenant, Miss Ukamaka Nwuzor.<br />
The post Man arrested for beating 11-year-old girl to death in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-arrested-for-beating-11-year-old-girl-to-death-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2020 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/man-arrested-for-beating-11-year-old-girl-to-death-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate probes 5G network in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senate has begun probe on the present status of 5th Generation (5G) network in Nigeria.<br />
The post Senate probes 5G network in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-probes-5g-network-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/senate-probes-5g-network-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Navy suspends resumption for training new recruits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Navy has suspended the resumption for the training of successful candidates of the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS) Batch 30.<br />
The post Nigerian Navy suspends resumption for training new recruits appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-navy-suspends-resumption-for-training-new-recruits/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigerian-navy-suspends-resumption-for-training-new-recruits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 245 new coronavirus cases, total now 2,802]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has recorded 245 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 2,802.<br />
The post Nigeria records 245 new coronavirus cases, total now 2,802 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-245-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-2802/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2020 08:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-245-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-2802/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[400 coronavirus patients discharged in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Available information on the website of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control as of Monday showed that the patients were discharged from isolation and treatment centres in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja and 20 states.<br />
The post 400 coronavirus patients discharged in Nigeria appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/400-coronavirus-patients-discharged-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/400-coronavirus-patients-discharged-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 87 coronavirus deaths in 18 states]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has recorded 87 COVID-19 related deaths in 18 States, according to statistics provided on the website of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).<br />
The post Nigeria records 87 coronavirus deaths in 18 states appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-87-coronavirus-deaths-in-18-states/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 08:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-87-coronavirus-deaths-in-18-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi to commence disbursement of palliatives]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Speaker of Ebonyi State House of Assembly and Chairman of the State&rsquo;s Fundraising and Welfare Committee, Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru stated this in Abakaliki, the State Capital. He spoke during a live broadcast on the state broadcast stations on Sunday.<br />
The post Ebonyi to commence disbursement of palliatives appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-to-commence-disbursement-of-palliatives/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-to-commence-disbursement-of-palliatives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSCDC quarantines impersonator in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has arrested one James Mbah in Ebonyi, who claimed to be its staff.<br />
The post NSCDC quarantines impersonator in Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-quarantines-impersonator-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-quarantines-impersonator-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSCDC disowns ‘official’ nabbed for smuggling people into Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has clarified that none of its officials was arrested for smuggling passengers into Ebonyi.<br />
The post NSCDC disowns &lsquo;official&rsquo; nabbed for smuggling people into Ebonyi appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-disowns-official-nabbed-for-smuggling-people-into-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nscdc-disowns-official-nabbed-for-smuggling-people-into-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi confirms two new cases of coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State has confirmed two new cases of coronavirus disease in the State.<br />
The post Ebonyi confirms two new cases of coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirms-two-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirms-two-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zamfara emir dies in isolation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Emir of Kaura-Namoda in Zamfara State, Alhaji Mohammed Ahmad Asha, has passed away in the early hours of Sunday.<br />
The post Zamfara emir dies in isolation appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-emir-dies-in-isolation/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/zamfara-emir-dies-in-isolation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How man from Lagos brought coronavirus to Ebonyi as state records two more confirmed cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi disclosed this while giving update on the COVID-19 situation on Saturday night.<br />
The post How man from Lagos brought coronavirus to Ebonyi as state records two more confirmed cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/how-man-from-lagos-brought-coronavirus-to-ebonyi-as-state-records-two-more-confirmed-cases/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/how-man-from-lagos-brought-coronavirus-to-ebonyi-as-state-records-two-more-confirmed-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos confirmed coronavirus cases rise to 1,068]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is according to the latest situation report by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Centre (NCDC) on the outbreak of the disease in the country.<br />
The post Lagos confirmed coronavirus cases rise to 1,068 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-rise-to-1068/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/lagos-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-rise-to-1068/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi confirms two more coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has confirmed the 4th and 5th cases of coronavirus disease in the State.<br />
The post Ebonyi confirms two more coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirms-two-more-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 09:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirms-two-more-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria records 220 new coronavirus cases, total now 2,388]]></title><description><![CDATA[220 confirmed coronavirus cases have been recorded in Nigeria, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 2,388.<br />
The post Nigeria records 220 new coronavirus cases, total now 2,388 appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-220-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-2388/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 01:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/nigeria-records-220-new-coronavirus-cases-total-now-2388/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu, Ebonyi record new cases of coronavirus]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to a statement from the State Commissioner for Health, Dr Emmanuel Obi, explained that &ldquo;the new case is a 39-year-old who used to live and work in Lagos.The post Enugu, Ebonyi record new cases of coronavirus appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-ebonyi-record-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2020 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/enugu-ebonyi-record-new-cases-of-coronavirus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi confirms third coronavirus case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Umahi who announced this in a broadcast on Friday Night, said the patient, Mr. Emeka Nwite, returned from Santana area in Lagos.<br />
The post Ebonyi confirms third coronavirus case appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirms-third-coronavirus-case/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2020 08:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/ebonyi-confirms-third-coronavirus-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kano tops again as Nigeria reports 238 new coronavirus cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The figures released late Friday by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), showed Kano leading the table for the second straight day ahead of Abuja and Lagos.<br />
The post Kano tops again as Nigeria reports 238 new coronavirus cases appeared first on TODAY.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kano-tops-again-as-nigeria-reports-238-new-coronavirus-cases/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2020 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/region/ebonyi/kano-tops-again-as-nigeria-reports-238-new-coronavirus-cases/</guid></item></channel></rss>