Igbo latest news

Here are some of the latest news and updates from the Igbo community:

Politics

• The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called for a boycott of the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, citing alleged marginalization and persecution of Igbos. (Source: Vanguard)
• The Ohanaeze Ndigbo, a pan-Igbo socio-cultural organization, has urged the Federal Government to address the security challenges in the South-East region. (Source: The Nation)

Security

• The Nigerian Army has launched a fresh operation in the South-East region to tackle insecurity and criminal activities. (Source: Premium Times)
• The Imo State Government has imposed a curfew in the state following a series of attacks by unknown gunmen. (Source: Leadership)

Economy

• The Anambra State Government has launched a N10 billion agricultural loan scheme to support farmers in the state. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Enugu State Government has announced plans to establish a rice mill and a cassava processing plant to boost the state's economy. (Source: This Day)

Culture

• The Igbo people have celebrated the annual New Yam Festival, also known as the Iri Ji, in various parts of the South-East region. (Source: The Punch)
• The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has called for the preservation of Igbo culture and tradition, citing the importance of cultural heritage. (Source: The Nation)

Education

• The Federal Government has approved the establishment of a new university in Abia State, which will be named after the late Igbo leader, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Imo State Government has announced plans to establish a new polytechnic in the state. (Source: Leadership)

Health

• The Imo State Government has launched a free medical outreach program to provide healthcare services to residents of the state. (Source: The Punch)
• The Enugu State Government has announced plans to establish a new hospital in the state. (Source: This Day)

These are just a few of the latest news and updates from the Igbo community.