A 3-YEAR-OLD BOY WAS STRUCK BY GUNFIRE AS POLICE BURST INTO A BARRICADED ROOM, ENDING A FRIGHTENING HOSTAGE SITUATION.(PHOTO).

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 A Mother's Day Nightmare in Princeton, Illinois. A 3-year-old boy was struck by gunfire as police burst into a barricaded room, ending a frightening hostage situation. Multiple agencies responded to the Hummingbird Mobile Home Park in Princeton, Illinois, on Sunday, May 10th at 2:42 a.m. The initial call went out as a domestic disturbance but officers discovered much worse.  42-year-old, Anthony Rodriguez, had barricaded himself in a room armed with a knife. Anthony had taken several people as hostages, including Aurora Almanza and her 3-year-old son.  Multiple agencies were on the scene, including the Bureau County Sheriff's Office, Illinois State Police and  the Princeton Police Department.  Authorities attempted to negotiate but ultimately rushed the room when they heard screaming coming from inside.  Officials have reported that officers fired shots as they entered the room. Anthony Rodriguez was hit and was neutralized.  Sadly, Aurora Almanza's t...

GOV. UZODIMMA APPOINTS HIMSELF AS COMMISSIONER FOR LANDS. (PHOTOS). #ANNOUNCEMENT.(PHOTOS).


 Uzodinma  appoints self as Commissioner for Lands


The governor made the announcement on Tuesday during the inauguration of new commissioners at the Government House in Owerri.


Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has appointed himself as the Commissioner for Lands, Survey, and Physical Planning in the state.


The governor made the announcement on Tuesday during the inauguration of new commissioners at the Government House in Owerri.


Modestus Nwamkpa, a former Special Assistant to the Governor on Prints also disclosed this on his Facebook page on Tuesday.


The governor said he appointed himself to the position to prevent any corruption scandal as it happened in the past.


In November 2023, Governor Uzodimma suspended the state Commissioner for Lands, Survey and Physical Planning, Noble Atulegwu.


A statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Cosmos Iwu, disclosed that the suspension was with immediate effect.


The governor later ordered the arrest and detention of Atulegwu over alleged land grabbing and other related matters.


 He was detained at the police headquarters in Owerri, the capital of Imo State.


The sacked commissioner was released after spending over 40 days in police detention.

COMMISSIONERS AND THEIR PORTFOLIOS


Barr Ralph Nwosu- Works 


Hon Declan Emeluba- information, Public Orientation and Strategy 


Hon Chuck Chukwuemeka- Finance 


Hon Chimezie Amadi- Digital Economy and E Governance.


Barr COC Akaolisa- Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice 


Chief Nwabueze Oguchienti - Power and Rural Electrification 


Mayor Emenike- Environment 


Hon Modestus Osakwe- Homeland Security 


Dr Prosper Onyaygha- Health and social science


Anyanwu- Budget and Economic Planning 


Hon Bede Eke- Housing and Urban Development 


Prof J.C Nwadike - Education 


Lady Nkechi Ugwu- Women Affairs 


Hon Obinna Onyeocha - Sports and Youths 


Barr Jerry Egenba- Tourism


Chief Cosmas Maduba - Agricukture and natural Resources 


Emeka Okoronkwo - Special Duties 


Dr Chika Abazu Industry, Trade and Investment 


Hon Ikenna Elezianya- Science and Technology 


Mrs Ruby Emele LGA and Chieftancy Affairs


EMEKA Mgbudem- Petroleum, 

Ifeanyi Oruh- Roral Development


Ernest Ibejiako- Industry and Solid Mineral. 



GOVERNOR HOPE UZODIMMA 

"In our collective commitment to delivering quality governance to the people of our great State, I presided over the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Special Advisers and Commissioners as approved by the Imo State House of Assembly (IMHA). 


As stewards of public trust, I charged the appointees to approach their duties with diligence and a profound understanding that they are servants of the people. They must uphold the highest standards of professionalism as we endeavor to Share Prosperity across our state.


Under my administration, the pursuit of transformative governance has been relentless, and I expect nothing less from those appointed to work alongside me as we continue to strive for excellence, ensuring that the aspirations of our citizens are met with unwavering commitment and dedication.


- Hope Uzodimma. 







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