CSDA GM Meets Mbaka Ahead of NG-CARES Sensitisation

The General Manager of the Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA), Hon. Monday Diamond Ani, has met with Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka ahead of the statewide stakeholders’ sensitisation on the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) programme in Enugu. Ani said the meeting provided an opportunity for discussions on the agency’s operations … [Read more…]

Archbishop Ede, Twin, Celebrate 60th Birthday in Grand Style

…Archbishop Ede Launches Book The Archbishop of the Methodist Church Nigeria, Archdiocese of Enugu, His Grace, Most Rev. Barr. Christopher Ede, has marked his 60th birthday in a grand celebration alongside his twin brother, Engr. Peter Onyemachi Ede, with the launch of his book, ‘Start Well, Finish Strong: Leadership Principles for Ministers and Organisational Decision-Makers’. … [Read more…]

Nigeria’s 2027 Offramp

Oseloka Henry Obaze as Keynote Speaker at the Maiden Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture Series and Awards

By Oseloka H. Obaze Nigeria’s political landscape in the run up to Nigeria’s 2027 general election is exceedingly fluid and mercurial. While cyclical elections should be routine, Nigeria’s simmering political environment and extremely polarized country, are not exactly the most conducive atmosphere for holding what is certain to be very fiercely contentious elections.  The unyielding … [Read more…]

2027: Former South-East Governors Back Tinubu

Former South-East governors have endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, following a meeting held on Tuesday in Enugu. The endorsement is contained in a communiqué issued at the end of deliberations by the newly formed South East Forum of former Governors. Among those present at the meeting were former governors Sullivan Chime, Ifeanyi … [Read more…]

More trouble for ADC as 3rd faction emerges

The crisis rocking the embattled African Democratic Congress took a new turn on Monday, as the faction loyal to its 2023 presidential candidate, Dumebi Kachikwu, openly threw its weight behind the de-recognition of the David Mark-led party leadership. At a press conference in Abuja, the group said it was in total support of the decision … [Read more…]

Police Rescue Kidnapped Victim, Neutralize Kidnapper

The Enugu State Police Command Operatives, in synergy with other security forces, rescued of a kidnapped female victim, neutralized one kidnapping suspect in the process, and recovered incriminating exhibits in Udenu Local Government Area, on 3rd April 2026. The successful rescue of the victim, neutralization of the suspect and recoveries followed the receipt of credible … [Read more…]

Scores killed in Easter Day attack in Benue

Scores have been reported killed during an Easter Day attack on Mbatsada in Mbalom community, Gwer East Local Government Area, while several others sustained injuries. While the Benue State Police Command has confirmed that nine persons were killed during the attack, some sources stated that the number of persons killed were seventeen. The attack, which … [Read more…]

INEC suspends voter revalidation exercise

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to step down all publicity and arrangements for the planned voter revalidation exercise. The directive came amid concerns by stakeholders, including political scientists and the opposition, over the exercise. A letter addressed to RECs,  dated April 4, 2026, signed by its Secretary, … [Read more…]

The State as a Predator

Abdul Mahmud

-By Abdul Mahmud Three stories from the north and south regions of Nigeria. Three young Nigerians. Three powerful men. One troubling pattern. In Port Harcourt, a young girl, named Ogadinma Miller Uchechi, from Ahoada-West Local Government Area reportedly took photographs of the crumbling structures of Community Secondary School, Odiokwu. The buildings were said to be … [Read more…]