News about Owerri

Follow

News about Owerri

Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Owerri, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 165stories have been published about Owerri which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

Follow

Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Owerri, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 165stories have been published about Owerri which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

Weather

73°F

Monday71° | 76°F

Tuesday71° | 79°F

Wednesday71° | 74°F

Thursday70° | 85°F

Friday72° | 81°F

Saturday71° | 81°F

Local News Publishers

Suggest a source

Looking for a source we don't already have? Suggest one here.

---

Top Owerri News

Africa · Owerri

Nigeria: Imo Govt Demolishes Criminal Hideout, Arrests Others

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

In a bold and uncompromising move to sanitise the state and reclaim public spaces from the grip of criminality, the Imo State government has demolished a notorious criminal hideout in Ama Hausa, Owerri.See the Story

Owerri · Owerri

Breaking: “Our Strength Is the Masses,” Ex-Imo Governor Declares as He Joins ADC

Former governor of Imo state, Emeka Ihedioha, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The move comes a year after he resigned from the PDP.See the Story

Owerri · Owerri

Why we detained Obinna Orji - Imo Police Command - THE AUTHORITY NEWS

From Everest Ezihe, Owerri Against the back drop of social media reports that Imo Police Command is unlawfully detaining one, Mr. Obinna Orji for over 8 months now at the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit without trial, the Command has described the reports as misleading, and explained why the high profiled suspect is still in detention. In a Press Statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Okoye Henry stated that the “Command is aware of …Read Article

---

Governor Uzodimma, Ezioha Is Falling—You Must Act Now Before Imo Slips Further into Anarchy - Security News Alert

By Okechukwu Nwanguma In the heart of Imo State, just fifteen minutes from the capital city, Owerri, the community of Ezioha in Mbaitoli Local Government Area is being held hostage—not metaphorically, but literally—by a sophisticated, armed criminal syndicate. These are not petty criminals. They are terrorists, fully equipped, highly coordinated, and operating with a level […] The post Governor Uzodimma, Ezioha Is Falling—You Must Act Now Before…Owerri · OwerriRead Article

NYSC CORPER INITIATED ORATORY AND POETRY WORKSHOP FOR OWERRI STUDENTS

15 PHOTO FRAMES, ONE STORY, ONE SERVICE AND HUMILITY: OWERRI INTER-SCHOOL DEBATE COMPETITION: APPRECIATION TO ALL SUNDRYMany years ago, I stumbled upon a boy with loads of ideas that could save his world. It saddens the hearts of his people to see he struggle to put words together in face of the sun, neither in mother tongue nor the Queen's language.Sad days upon sad days, until one night of a scary dream: a picture of him walking down the Aisle…Owerri · OwerriRead Article

Imo is investment friendly says Uzodimma - THE AUTHORITY NEWS

…. As PEBEC, SABER ends town hall meeting in Owerri From Everest Ezihe, Owerri Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has opened up that some of the strategic revolutionary reforms, his Shared Prosperity and 3R administrative mantra administration have done in the areas of digitalization of business registrations, improved land registration administrations, construction of network of roads, power and energy, air transportation, job creations, healt…Owerri · OwerriRead Article

Uzodimma Inaugurates 2025 Ahiajoku Lecture Planning Committee, As Bishop Geoffrey Onah Delivers Lecture Sept 26

Amby Uneze in Owerri The Planning Committee for the 2025 Ahiajoku Lecture series has been formally inaugurated in Owerri, capital of Imo State with a firm commitment to deliver one of the most intellectually rewarding and culturally enriching editions in the history of the prestigious Igbo festival.The inauguration, held at the Ahiajoku Convention Center on Thursday, was performed on behalf of the governor by the Deputy Governor of the State, Dr…Owerri · OwerriRead Article

ISOPADEC Enrols 315 Staff Into Imo Health Insurance Scheme ...Commends Gov. Uzodimma For Prompt Funding Commission

Amby Uneze in Owerri The Managing Director of Imo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (ISOPADEC), Chief Austin Onyedebelu has stated that his commission has enrolled all its 315 staff into the Imo Health Insurance Scheme (IHIS) costing the establishment a huge sums of money. He expressed appreciation to the State governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma for his massive support to the commission, insisting that without such tremendous assista…Owerri · OwerriRead Article

Dubem & Seth’s Wedding in Owerri Was Pure Magic

Igbo weddings are known for their vibrant energy, rich fashion, and beautiful display of culture, and Dubem and Seth’s wedding was no exception! Today, we’re giving you a virtual pass to Owerri to witness the magic of their special day. Their big day was nothing short of a cultural celebration, filled with love, joy, and unforgettable moments. They served regal looks back-to-back, and we are surely taking style lessons. From the lit dance entran…Owerri · OwerriRead Article

Imo Police Uncovers Child Trafficking Network, Rescues 12, Arrests Suspects - Security News Alert

The Imo State Police Command, through an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation, has arrested one Ann Ngozi Enyenwa, 42 years old, of Umudim Ohekelem in Ngor-Okpala LGA, and rescued twelve suspected stolen children on 20th June 2025 along the Owerri-Aba Express Road.   This arrest led to the uncovering of a disturbing child trafficking network that […] The post Imo Police Uncovers Child Trafficking Network, Rescues 12, Arrests Suspects first…Owerri · OwerriRead Article

Ajumbe open can of worms over 2027 Imo governorship - THE AUTHORITY NEWS

From Everest Ezihe, Owerri Following recent statement from Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, that his Shared Prosperity administration is no longer interested from which of the senatorial zones his successor will come from, but rather a person who would sustain the legacy pedigrees his administration have achieved, Prof Vitalis...Owerri · OwerriRead Article

More stories

Breaking News Topics Related to Owerri

Africa