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The Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Owa Old Boys Association, 2005, concluded in grand style yesterday, Sunday, January 26, 2025, with a Thanksgiving Mass at St. Mary’s Seminary, Umuowa. Recall that the celebrations, which spanned three phases, began on January 2, 2025, with the first phase, and continued on January 19 at Bonus Pastor Seminary, Osina. During the second phase, the old boys unveiled the renovated Seminary Library which they undertook, and awarded scholarships to four students. The final phase of the event kicked off yesterday at 10:00 AM with a concelebrated Mass in the Chapel of St. Mary’s Seminary, Umuowa,…

Chinedu Nwowu, a lawyer from Mgbidi in Imo State, was reportedly murdered in cold blood yesterday around 7 p.m. in his car at Mgbidi. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the assailants shot him multiple times to ensure he was dead before fleeing the scene. The shocking incident has left the legal community in Oru and Mgbidi in fear and disbelief. Mr. Nwowu, who appeared in Omuma High Court earlier that same day, was described by his colleagues as a quiet, amicable gentleman. Many are baffled by the motive behind such a gruesome act. In response to the tragedy, Chukwuemeka Okoro, the…

The Old Boys of St. Mary’s Seminary, Umuowa, Class of 2005, marked their Silver Jubilee on Sunday, January 19, 2025, in grand style, commemorating 25 years since their admission into the renowned Bonus Pastor Seminary, Osina. St. Mary’s Seminary, Umuowa, serves as the senior wing (SS1 to SS3) of the affiliated Bonus Pastor Seminary, Osina, which houses junior classes (JSS1 to JSS3). The official Jubilee date was September 19, 2024, but celebrations were extended to include members in the diaspora. The first phase took place on January 2, 2025, while the Thanksgiving Mass for the second phase was held on…

Renowned Professor of International Law and Jurisprudence, Prof. Nnamdi Obiaraeri, will deliver the 32nd Inaugural Lecture of Imo State University on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the University Auditorium, at 10am. The lecture, titled “Denatured Human Rights in Nigeria: A New Normal is Possible,” will be held under the distinguished chairmanship of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. U.U. Chukwumaeze, SAN, FCIArb. With an intriguing topic and a professor known for his compelling and thought-provoking deliveries, this event promises to be an intellectual feast, offering profound insights into the evolving dynamics of human rights in Nigeria. Join the live stream via the link…

The owners of a house destroyed by an explosion in Imo State, Mr. Ike Austine and his wife, Barr. Mrs. Cherish Amarachi Ike (née Ebomuche), have expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident that occurred on Sunday, January 12, 2025. The couple, natives of Ibiasoegbe in Oru West Local Government Area of Imo State, revealed that the land on which they built their home was purchased as an investment. Speaking with Bibncollar.com, Barr. Ike shared her anguish: “My husband received a call around 7:15 am on Sunday, informing him about an explosion at our new house. He initially dismissed it…

The Late Kenny Rogers sang a song entitled: “Gambler”, some of the lyrics are: “You’ve got to know when to hold ’em Know when to fold ’em Know when to walk away And know when to run” In both legal practice or legal academics, a good lawyer must recognise when the time is ripe to “walk away” or even “run” away by way of taking a sabbatical leave. A sabbatical leave is a period of paid leave, usually one year when any lawyer or staff of an institution takes time away from their own institution and goes to another different…

Over the past four years, Nigeria has borrowed more than $3.23 billion to address its electricity challenges. Despite this significant investment, the country continues to generate only around 4,500 megawatts of power for its population of over 200 million people. Major international organizations, including the World Bank, African Development Bank (AfDB), and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), have provided loans to Nigeria in a bid to improve its power sector. The funds were allocated to several large-scale projects. For instance, the World Bank approved $500 million for the Sustainable Power and Irrigation Project, $750 million for renewable energy initiatives, and…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has named Eric Sékou Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, a decision that has sparked widespread criticism among fans. However, the 47-year-old tactician brings notable qualities that could positively impact the team. In a historic announcement on Monday, January 7, the NFF introduced Chelle, a former Mali coach, as the first non-Nigerian African to manage the men’s senior national team. While many fans have expressed scepticism, questioning his credentials and dubbing him a “French Ligue 2 veteran,” others believe his appointment could mark a turning point for Nigerian football. Chelle gained…

The Nasarawa State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has approved the demotion and dismissal of Chief Magistrate Emmanuel A. Jatau, formerly serving in Masaka, Nasarawa State. Jatau has been demoted from Chief Magistrate II (GL 15) to Senior Magistrate I (GL 14) and stripped of all magisterial duties. This decision followed a recommendation by the Committee for Appointments, Promotions, and Discipline (CAPD), prompted by a petition submitted in August 2024 by Nigerian human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, to the Honourable Chief Judge of Nasarawa State. Effiong accused Jatau of judicial misconduct, forgery, illegality, and abuse of power. He alleged that the…

The former National First Vice President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Stanley Chidozie Imo, SAN, is set to host a Thanksgiving Service and Reception today, Friday, 10 January 2025, to celebrate his elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in September 2024. The Thanksgiving Service will take place at Archbishop Benjamin Nwankiti Anglican Church, located opposite Arugo Estate Egbeada at Federal Housing Estate Amakohia, Owerri, Imo State, starting at 12:00 PM. Following the service, a Reception will be held at Kelani Event Centre, adjacent to Imo Trade and Investment Centre (Ahiajoku Centre), New Owerri, Imo…