Royal Glamour: Ooni of Ife Steals the Spotlight at Imo Event

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, made a grand entrance at an event in Imo State, and the moment was beautifully captured in viral photographs.

The pictures, shared on The Cable’s official X account on Tuesday, September 29, 2025, showed the revered monarch arriving in style alongside his entourage.

The ceremony marked the unveiling of Governor Hope Uzodimma’s new book titled “One Decade of Progressive, Impactful Leadership in Nigeria.” The event took place at the refurbished Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Conference Centre in Owerri.

Dignitaries at the gathering included President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other prominent national figures, making it one of the most talked-about occasions of the day.

Tinubu Declares: “Nigeria’s Worst Days Are Over” As Imo Hosts Landmark Projects

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the country’s hardest times are behind it, emphasizing that the nation is firmly on the path to recovery.

During his one-day working visit to Imo State, Tinubu commissioned the Owerri-Umuahia Road, Assumpta Flyover, and Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Conference Centre. He also unveiled Governor Hope Uzodimma’s book “A Decade of Impactful Progressive Governance in Nigeria”, describing it as a record of the APC’s journey.

Tinubu highlighted positive economic strides, noting that:

GDP grew by 4.23% in Q2 2025

Inflation dropped to 20.1% from 24.5% earlier this year

Foreign investors are regaining confidence


He urged Nigerians to remain patient as reforms take root, praised Uzodimma’s leadership, and thanked Imo residents for their continued support.

Meanwhile, other major developments across Nigeria include:

Rivers State Government cancels Independence Day parade in line with FG directive.

Ohanaeze Ndigbo insists Nnamdi Kanu’s detention equals “keeping Ndigbo behind bars,” calling for his release.

Atiku Abubakar explains absence at Olubadan’s coronation, citing protocol issues, but later paid a personal visit to congratulate the monarch.

Ganduje Arrives Imo for Governor Uzodimma’s Book Launch

Former Kano State Governor and immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, CON, has arrived in Imo State ahead of the official launch of a book authored by Governor Hope Uzodimma.

Ganduje was warmly received at the airport on Monday, September 29, 2025, by Governor Uzodimma alongside senior government officials.

The book, titled “Decade of Impactful Progressive Governance in Nigeria”, will be unveiled on Tuesday at the Late Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Conference Centre in Imo. It chronicles ten years of governance milestones, reforms, and developmental policies that have influenced Nigeria’s democratic journey.

The high-profile event is expected to draw notable political leaders, state governors, members of the National Assembly, policymakers, and other dignitaries from across the country.

Ganduje’s presence at the ceremony underscores the significance of the launch, given his reputation as a prominent APC stalwart and influential voice on governance and party affairs.

The book presentation is anticipated to spark conversations on Nigeria’s democratic progress, current challenges, and the nation’s future trajectory.

Late Ohanaeze Ndigbo leader, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu reportedly bars his wife from remarrying in his will or risk losing her inheritance.