HISTORY

By Isaac Mission Miss World Nigeria 2026, Tamunosoye Karibi-George, has arrived in Vietnam to represent Nigeria at the ongoing 73rd Miss World Festival. The 26-year-old beauty queen from Port…

By Peace Orjiani Long before modern fashion trends, designer labels, and imported fabrics became common in Nigeria, the people of Enugu and the wider Igbo nation had a unique way of dressing that…

By Peace Orjiani   ENUGU, NIGERIA – The National Museum of Unity, Enugu, has officially inaugurated a memorial sculpture and a permanent exhibition gallery in honor of the legendary Igbo leader,…

Enugu City recently hosted a high-level gathering of political leaders from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in what many observers see as a strategic move to strengthen the party’s structure…

Students from Imo State and Enugu State emerged as top performers at the grand finale of the South East Maths Olympiad, which attracted more than 11,500 students from across the South-East. The…

Introduction The history of slavery in Enugu is connected to the wider history of slavery in Igbo land and Nigeria as a whole. Before colonial rule, during the trans-Atlantic slave trade, and even…

A Turning Point in Nigerian History One of the most painful and important events in the history of Enugu State is the 1949 Iva Valley Coal Miners Massacre. This tragic event did not just affect…

Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya, a distinguished academic and former Enugu State Commissioner for Education, has been appointed as the 16th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nigeria,…

Enugu and its surroundings are rich in the story of one of Nigeria’s greatest sons, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, better known as Zik. He was the Nigerian first President, His influence touched the land, the…

Introduction Today, Nollywood is known all over the world as Nigeria’s film industry. It is the second-largest film industry in the world by the number of movies produced every year. Many people talk…

Today, something truly historic happened in Enugu State, something that will be talked about for many years to come. Enugu has just become the first state in the South East of Nigeria to own an…

Enugu State is making history today, July 7, as it officially launches its own state owned airline, Enugu Air, with the start of domestic flight operations. The launch will be led by the Minister of…

Enugu also called the Coal City is known for its beautiful hills, beautiful Igbo culture, and long history of coal mining. But beyond its natural beauty and economic past, Enugu is also home to some…

Introduction: Cultivating a Sustainable Future in the Coal City In a world grappling with climate change, dwindling resources, and the ever-present challenge of feeding a growing population, the…

Introduction: The Promise and Peril of a Connected Nation   Nigeria's journey into the digital age is undeniable, with technology rapidly transforming various facets of life, from commerce and…

Enugu, popularly known as the Coal City, is one of the most well-known states in Southeastern Nigeria. It is rich in history, culture, and natural resources. But many people don’t know the full story…

Enugu State is entering a new and hopeful chapter in its journey toward better social welfare and justice. In a bold and compassionate move, the Governor of Enugu State has officially inaugurated the…

In a strong move toward justice reform and compassion, the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, has pardoned 11 prisoners across various correctional centre in the state. The…

The peaceful town of Uguru in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State is currently in deep mourning. One of its promising young men, Agbo Onyeka , popularly known as “Sky,” has died in Greater…

The Enugu State Police Command has made a big breakthrough in the fight against crime. Between June 15 and June 21, police officers carried out a series of well planned and intelligence led…

Young people in Enugu State are showing strong support for a new law that is being discussed in the Enugu State House of Assembly The Enugu State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria…

The community of Agu Amede in Eha Amufu, located in Isi Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State, has once again been thrown into deep sorrow and pain following another deadly attack by suspected…

The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, recently visited the Enugu Onitsha Expressway to check how far the road construction has gone. During his visit, he expressed his disappointment over the…

A Big Opportunity to Talk About Peace, Unity, and the Role of the Media in Nigeria From June 26 to June 29, 2025, the beautiful city of Enugu will welcome some of the most respected and powerful…