The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has called on the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to ensure stricter internal editorial guidelines within media organisations ahead of the 2027 elections. Amupitan stated this on Wednesday in Abuja at the 81st General Assembly of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON). The chairman … [Read more…]
By Ikechukwu Amechi It was Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr, the French critic, journalist, and novelist, who, in 1849, coined what has become an enduring proverb: plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose – the more things change, the more they stay the same. In matters of governance and power in Nigeria – military or civilian … [Read more…]
The Enugu MSME & Startup Agency (Enugu SME Center) has announced that applications are now open for the iDICE Startup Bridge program, the first flagship component of the $617.7 million Federal i-DICE initiative. The program is designed to build Nigeria’s next generation of innovators by providing structured support and capital pathways required to scale early-stage … [Read more…]
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 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…]
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…]
By Uzoma Ahamefule If Obi emerges as the presidential candidate for the ADC, the battle for Aso Rock in 2027 will be fundamentally altered, with up to 50 per cent of the advantage slipping from Tinubu’s grasp. In light of the weight of existing evidence when subjected to objective analysis, the prospect of Tinubu winning … [Read more…]
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…]
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…]
…As Police Arraign 2 for Illegal Revenue Collection Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah has made good his threat to wield the big stick on illegal revenue collectors and extortionists making life difficult for Enugu residents. While Mbah, on Tuesday, announced an immediate and indefinite suspension of daily toll collection from traders who have … [Read more…]
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…]
Ahead of the planned Awkunanaw Clan Mega Rally in honour of the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, the Strategic Committee of the mega rally has stated that the entire people of Awkunanaw will honour Gov. Peter Mbah due to his rare and unprecedented mastery of governance that has transformed the … [Read more…]