SAGE Journals

By: Wincent Chinweuchem Ahiazu Mbaise is not a political accident; it is a carefully ordered society built on history, ancestry, and balance. Long before modern political offices emerged, our people were already governed by a clear understanding of equity, rooted in clan structure and ancestral lineage. Any sustainable political arrangement in Ahiazu must therefore draw strength from this foundation, not attempt to erase it. Ahiazu Mbaise is divided into two ancestral clans: Ahiara and Ekwerazu. Each clan is made up of five ancient communities (the ancestral Ofor), from which our forefathers derived the principle of rotation, fairness, and inclusion. This ancestral wisdom is the very basis upon which political rotation in Ahiazu was conceived and accepted. Once a system is initiated, justice demands that it be completed within the same framework before a new order is introduced. To abandon the ancestral rotation midway, in favor of newly created political conveniences, is to sow seeds ...

PRESS STATEMENT The Forum of CPS/Special Advisers on Media and Publicity Celebrates Hon. Chief Oguike Nwachukwu A Seasoned Media General and True Bridge-Builder The Forum of Chief Press Secretaries and Special Advisers on Media and Publicity to the 27 Local Government Executive Chairmen across Imo State heartily celebrates a man of rare wisdom, integrity, and visionary leadership Hon. Chief Oguike Nwachukwu, Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor of Imo State, on the glorious occasion of his birthday. Hon. Chief Oguike Nwachukwu is not just a communication strategist; he is a refined leader who inspires excellence, uplifts others, and embodies humility in leadership. His passion for truth, professionalism, and the image of Imo State Government has set a standard of media engagement worthy of emulation. He has shown that true leadership is not about position but impact; not about title but service. He carries people along with wisdom, builds bridges of unity across institutio...

The Forum of Chief Press Secretaries and Special Advisers on Media and Publicity to the Executive Chairmen of the 27 Local Government Areas in Imo State, with one voice, extend our profound commendation to our dear Governor, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator (Dr.) Hope Odidika Uzodimma, CON, GSSR (Onwa Oyoko), for his uncommon vision, purposeful leadership, and remarkable achievements that have continued to transform Imo into a true land of prosperity. We celebrate His Excellency’s signature legacy projects that have redefined the infrastructural landscape of Imo State—the ongoing massive road construction and rehabilitation reconnecting towns and markets; the world-class Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Conference Centre (EIICC), a hub for tourism and global engagement; the iconic Control Flyover in Owerri, a wonder of engineering redefining urban renewal; and the monumental renovation of the Concorde Hotel, restoring Imo’s pride in hospitality. Beyond infrastructure, we equally ...

𝘉𝘺: 𝘋𝘰𝘯𝘞𝘪𝘴  Every August, the ancient town of Obohia Ekwerazu in Ahiazu Mbaise LGA, Imo State, comes alive with the vibrant celebration of Eyiri-Eyi, a sacred cultural festival passed down by generations. This annual event is more than a mere gathering — it is the heart of Obohia’s identity, a time-honoured tradition that serves as a spiritual, cultural, and communal compass for its people and even for neighbouring communities. But this year’s edition has sparked unrest and controversy, as a faction within the organizing committee—allegedly influenced by political interests—has unilaterally shifted the festival date to August 16th, defying the age-long custom and provoking the outrage of cultural custodians, elders, and true sons and daughters of Obohia. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗡𝗸𝘄𝗼 𝗢𝗯𝗼𝗵𝗶𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 Historically, Eyiri-Eyi Obohia is celebrated between the 𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁, anchored around 𝗡𝗸...

As part of its strategic engagements to foster synergy and strengthen the dissemination of government policies and programs at the grassroots, a delegation of the Forum of Chief Press Secretaries and Special Assistants on Media and Publicity to the 27 Local Government Executive Chairmen in Imo State paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor, Hon. Oguwike Nwachuku on Wednesday,  18th June 2025. The delegation, led by the State Coordinator of the Forum, Comr. Solomon C.J. Chimezie, was warmly received at the Government House, Owerri. In his opening remarks, Comr. Solomon introduced the delegates and briefed the CPS on the purpose of the visit. He emphasized the critical need for accuracy, timeliness, and consistency in the dissemination of government programs at the local government level. He also reiterated the Forum's commitment to aligning with the vision of the 3R Government and the "Shared Prosperity" agenda of His Excellency, Disting...

It is quite unfortunate that some stakeholders of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), have chosen to ignite public controversy over the zoning of elective positions in Ahiazu Mbaise. If these individuals are indeed loyal to the administration of our dear Governor, His Excellency Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, and submissive to the leadership structure of our party in Imo State, they ought to propose a clear, consensus-driven Charter of Equity through our statutory political leaders rather than heightening tensions in the public domain. Thankfully, the APC in Ahiazu is blessed with legitimate political leaders who are not only party members but also hold the strategic authority to steer this conversation: *our Executive Chairman, our Honourable Member in the Imo State House of Assembly, and several government appointees*. These leaders must rise to the occasion—just as our Governor has consistently championed equity at the state level—and lead the push for a loca...