ZIMBABWEAN COUPLE DEPORTED OVER SECRET BURIAL OF CHILD IN BOTSWANA.(PHOTO)

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 ZIMBABWEAN COUPLE DEPORTED OVER SECRET BURIAL OF CHILD IN BOTSWANA A Zimbabwean couple has been deported from Botswana after secretly burying their child without notifying authorities. Motilinah Mpofu and Christopher Ncube were convicted on Thursday of concealing a death after they allegedly dug a grave for their child in the dead of night. The Gaborone court heard the child had died suddenly. Instead of reporting the death to police, health officials, or traditional leaders, the couple quietly buried the youngster and hoped no one would find out. But the secret did not stay buried for long.   Police moved in and arrested the pair. In sentencing, the court ordered that the couple be taken to the Plumtree Border Post for deportation to Zimbabwe.  Top Botswana lawyer Winnie Masitha who offered the couple free legal representation during the trial, confirmed the deportation to BTV News. Masitha believed that the matter should not be viewed only through the lens of crim...

GOV. SOLUDO COMMISSIONS CHINUA ACHEBE STATUE, DESCRIBES LITERARY ICON AS AN ENDURING SYMBOL OF EXCELLENCE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 SOLUDO COMMISSIONS CHINUA ACHEBE STATUE, DESCRIBES LITERARY ICON AS AN ENDURING SYMBOL OF EXCELLENCE


By MaryAnn Chukwuma.


Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, on, July 18, commissioned a statue of the late literary icon, Professor Chinua Achebe, at the Ugwu Nwasike Roundabout in Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area.


The unveiling ceremony, held in Achebe's hometown, attracted government officials, traditional rulers, literary enthusiasts, academics, and members of the public who gathered to celebrate the enduring legacy of one of Africa's greatest authors.


Speaking during the event, Governor Soludo described the statue as more than a monument, saying it stands as a powerful symbol of excellence, authenticity, courage, and the timeless values Professor Achebe represented.


The Governor noted that the monument embodies a message that should inspire present and future generations to emulate the life, ideals, and remarkable contributions of the literary giant.


He said Professor Achebe remains Ogidi's gift to the world and Anambra State's enduring pride, stressing that his works continue to shape global conversations on African identity, culture, leadership, and justice.


Governor Soludo further stated that the commissioning of the statue is part of the state's commitment to preserving the legacy of distinguished sons and daughters whose achievements have brought honour to Anambra and Nigeria.


He urged young people to draw inspiration from Achebe's life of discipline, scholarship, creativity, and patriotism, adding that true greatness is attained through dedication, integrity, and service to humanity.


The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the statue of the late Professor Chinua Achebe by Governor Soludo, accompanied by prayers and goodwill messages, marking another significant milestone in celebrating the literary icon's enduring legacy and immense contributions to humanity.


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