The leaders said steps taken so far by stakeholders in the region had yet to yield the desired results, thus the need for presidential intervention.
“They went on to raze part of the market and burnt vehicles.” the source said.
“They should work with other stakeholders to wage war against fake news, which is threatening the social fabric of our society today.”
A Catholic priest, Mathias Opara, kidnapped by gunmen last Friday in Imo, has regained freedom.
According to him, a special team had also been set up to monitor members of the committee and make it difficult for them to compromise standards.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) says the Imo government has begun paying a N10,000 monthly stipend, otherwise called ‘allowee’.
The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) says the current loss of electricity supply in Imo is due to the ongoing strike of its workers.
Mr Uzodimma urged the pilgrims to use the opportunity to thank God for overcoming the state’s security challenges in the last two years.
A 15-month-old baby has been shot dead in Imo via a stray bullet allegedly by the NSCDC.
The Imo state Labour Party gubernatorial primary election is scheduled to hold today in the state.
