TIMES SQUARE GAZETTE

February 11, 2024 Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has joined other well-meaning Nigerians and World Leaders in mourning the Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, who died in an air crash with his wife, Chizoba and their son, alongside a former Group Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, Abimbola Ogunbanjo, in the United States over the weekend. Mbah, who described Wigwe as a 'Corporate Titan', mourned the deaths as a monumental tragedy not only to Nigeria, but also to the entire corporate world. In a statement he personally signed on Sunday, the Governor said that, “This news comes with deep shock, and rubs in once again, the vanity of life. “Wigwe was a brother, a team player, philanthropist, visionary, and thoroughbred professional, who distinguished himself in the banking industry and corporate world; rising through the ranks to become a pioneer and titan of our time, as well as an entrepreneur of glob...

  ...it’s a welcome development, Enugu residents say, hail Gov. The Enugu State Government has constituted a standing committee for property and land reconciliation and compensation with the mandate to review all title documents, construction approvals, double and wrongful allocations and double certificates of occupancy, and evaluate compensations in respect of government’s acquired lands, among other functions.  This was even as residents of the state welcomed the development as timely and commendable, insisting that the governor has begun to restore hope, justice and confidence in government.  Inaugurating the committee over the weekend in Enugu, the state governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, charged its members to be resolute, fair, transparent and bring to bear their experiences and integrity which were the conditions precedent for their selection.   The governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), who will also serve as Ch...

The Enugu State Honourable Commissioner for Information and Communication, Aka Eze Aka, Congratulates Hon. Engr. Simon Chukwuemeka Atigwe on his well deserved victory, as Member-Elect, House of Representatives Igboeze North/Udenu Federal Constituency, after the re-run election for Igbo-Eze/Udenu Federal Constituency, held on Saturday 3rd February, 2024, in Enugu State.  Rt. Hon. Engr. Simon Atigwe ,  Rep. Member Elect for Igboeze North/Udenu Federal Constituency In his Congratulatory Message Aka said, "Hon. Sir, your emergence bearing the flag of our great party PDP is indeed a testament not only to your faith, leadership capability and qualities, but also the strength of your character.  "Your performance at the 9th Nigeria National Assembly was unparalleled, no wonder the people came out en masse to demonstrate their trust in your capacity by returning you to the House to continue to uplift our people and reposition the constituency.  Aka Eze Aka Honour...

The Executive Chairman, Awgu LGA, Hon. Pedro Okwudili Nwankwo Nwankwo, 'Ezeomeogo', wishes the Senator Enugu West Senatorial Zone/the Deputy Minority Whip of the Senate/Chairman, Senate Committee on Solid Minerals/ and also the Deputy Chairman of Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics, Engr. Osita Ngwu (RG), a happy and peaceful birthday as he celebrates another year of prosperous existence on Earth. The People's Mayor and the good people of Awgu LGA say Congratulations Engr. Ngwu on your birthday. Cheers 🥂 Awgu LG Media

…urge govt to remove illegal structures and encroachment on the centre Residents across Enugu State are commending the state governor, Barr. Peter Mbah, for keeping to his promise of taking over and completing all the abandoned projects, including the International Conference Centre (ICC) and the Hotel Presidential inherited by his administration. This was even as many concerned citizens called on the state government to give the people a world class ICC by removing illegal structures in the area, saying the land housing the ICC had been encroached upon by land grabbers. Governor Peter Mbah had during the electioneering period and the economic summit held in 2023, vowed to complete all abandoned projects and resuscitate dormant assets in the state to boost revenue. Prof. Orji Aninwede who came to shop at the Enugu SPA Mall told our correspondent that the governor had started his administration on a good note, adding that the ICC would serve both as a reven...

  The Enugu State government has refuted trending videos of alleged indiscriminate demolition of property at the Enugu Centenary City, saying the originators of the video tried to de-market the state for investment. Enugu commissioner for information addressing Newsmen Aka Eze Aka, the state commissioner for information and the executive chairman, Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority (ECTDA), Mr Uche Anya, stated this when they took newsmen round the  demolished building that housed suspected kidnappers in Enugu yesterday. The government said it only demolished illegal and uncompleted structures which served as kidnappers’ hideout, stressing that it was yet to demolish any of the unapproved structures in the area. They added that the action of the (ECTDA) in collaboration with security agencies underscored its commitment to the security of lives and property, protection of investments and contracts with investors. They were reacting to the trending video posted b...

In a distinguished display of leadership and friendship, the Member Representing Aninri, Awgu and Oji River Federal Constituency, Hon. Engr. Anayo B. Onwuegbu, took center stage as he graced the 89th birthday celebration of Sir Bernard Agunwa Nwokeabia, the father of Hon. Chukwudi Nwokeabia. Hon. Engr. Anayo B. Onwuegbu FNSE. Member Representing Aninri, Awgu and Oji-River Federal Constituency Hon. Engr. Anayo Onwuegbu and wife, Barr. Lady Stella Anayo Onwuegbu The Thanksgiving Service, held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Akwu Achi, Oji River LGA, served as platform for Engr. Onwuegbu to express gratitude for the life and health of Sir Bernard, whom he lauded as a calm and perfect gentleman. The event not only highlighted the milestones of the distinguished celebrant, but also showcased the exemplary leadership and commitment of Hon. Anayo Onwuegbu. Responding to an appeal from the priest in charge of the church, Venerable Arinze Okafor, Hon. Onwuegbu pledged to give prompt atte...

... Urges Nigerians to eschew expressions of hate and acts of violence The Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has lauded the Nigerian Armed Forces for their sacrifices, including the supreme sacrifice paid by members of the armed forces, saying that the Enugu State Government would continue to support them in their efforts to make the country safe. Mbah, who assured that the sacrifices of the fallen heroes would not be in vain, however, urged Nigerians to eschew all expressions of hate and acts of violence and insecurity. He stressed that only by so doing would the country truly reciprocate the gallantry of the servicemen and honour the memory of those who paid the supreme price in the service of the fatherland. The governor gave the commendations and assurances at the laying of wreaths and parade at the Okpara house, Enugu, to conclude the series of events  marking the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. He said, "A...