By Sebastine Chukwuebuka Okafor, Ph.D Since its establishment on December 29, 1989, by Decree No. 48 of 1989 (now the NDLEA Act), the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency began full operations in January 1990. Prior to this, Nigeria was experiencing a sharp increase in drug trafficking and substance abuse that threatened to turn the country … [Read more…]
-By Abdul Mahmud Public officials often forget that their words travel further than their offices. A minister, adviser or presidential spokesman may regard an interview as another routine media appearance, but citizens hear something else: an account of how those who govern understand their condition. That is why Bayo Onanuga’s recent remarks during his interview … [Read more…]
The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Tunji Disu, has commended the Governor Peter Mbah Administration for setting up what he described as a state-of-the-art Command and Control Centre for effective surveillance of the state. Disu, who expressed surprise at the sophistication of the security infrastructure, wished every other state could come over to understudy the … [Read more…]
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has rejected a ruling of the Federal High Court sitting in Lokoja, Kogi State, setting aside an earlier judgment that led to its registration as a political party, insisting that it remains duly registered and will immediately challenge the decision at the Court of Appeal. The party’s reaction came as … [Read more…]
…Mbah: We’ll build agriculture-driven economy …SEDC: Partnership to unlock South-East’s agricultural potential The Enugu State Government and the South East Development Commission (SEDC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the South East Agro Development Programme, marking a major step towards transforming agriculture into a catalyst for economic growth, industrialisation, and food security across … [Read more…]
A Federal High Court in Lokoja on Friday set aside its earlier judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party. Justice Isah Dashen, the presiding judge held that all relevant parties must be heard before any substantive decision can be made in the matter. … [Read more…]
The Borno State Government has reintegrated 720 former Boko Haram fighters into their communities after they completed a rehabilitation and deradicalisation programme. The development brought the total number of ex-insurgents processed under the initiative to nearly 10,000, officials said on Friday. The former fighters were reintegrated alongside 992 women and 2,050 children after undergoing rehabilitation … [Read more…]
Chetanne Chinelo, Enugu Members of Rotary District 9142 are set to converge in Enugu for the installation of the 10th District Governor, Rotarian Chibuzo Asogwa, alongside activities marking the district’s anniversary. The three-day event, scheduled for July 3 to July 5, 2026, will feature a series of social, sporting and thanksgiving activities designed to celebrate … [Read more…]
The leadership of the Igbo Global Icon Awards and Foundation has appointed the traditional head of Obuoffia and traditional ruler of Omuoha Autonomous Community, His Royal Majesty, Eze Barr. Igwesi O. Igwesi, as its Grand Patron. The appointment was formally conveyed during a visit by the organisers to the monarch in Enugu on June 22, … [Read more…]
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Citizens Democratic Alliance (CDA) as a political party and issue it a Certificate of Registration within seven days. Justice Obiora Egwuatu delivered the judgment on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/2787/25 filed by Tamunotonye Samuel Solomon … [Read more…]
Staff of the Enugu State Geographic Information System (ENGIS) have praised the Enugu State Workers Food Scheme following an enrollment and sensitisation session organised by the Enugu State Marketing Company Limited. The engagement, held as part of efforts to expand participation in the scheme, drew strong interest from workers who sought information on registration procedures … [Read more…]
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State says there is no more hiding place for criminals in the state, as his administration has built the capacity to preempt, track down, and bring them to book. Mbah sounded the warning on Wednesday during the commissioning of the Centre for DNA Forensics and Criminal Investigation (CeDFoCI), a strategic … [Read more…]