The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has mourned the death of the Peoples Democratic Party National Vice Chairman (South-South), Chief Dan Orbih, describing him as a true friend and committed political ally. Orbih died on Monday, August 31, 2026, according to a statement issued by his family and signed by Francis … [Read more…]
By Hon. Anayo Edeh As the 2027 General elections approach, it is imperative to emphasise the need for the People of Enugu State to collectively support Governor Peter Mbah’s re-election bid. Another four years for Mbah, will put Enugu on the path of sustainable development in all Sectors. In the past three years, Enugu has … [Read more…]
The Executive Chairman of Nkanu West Local Government Area, Hon. John Chukwuma Ogbodo, on Sunday led a high-level political sensitisation and consultation visit to Isigwe and Ovu-Orie Ugbawka Autonomous Communities, where residents and stakeholders declared their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The visit … [Read more…]
Argentina football legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, admitting that the decision “hurt” him but acknowledging that “the time has come”. The 39-year-old, who led Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022, leaves the national team as its all-time leading scorer and most-capped player. He has scored 125 goals in 207 appearances for … [Read more…]
The All Progressives Congress (APC) 2026 chairmanship candidate for Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State, Engr. Mike Ogbuekwe, has continued to receive endorsements and solidarity from community stakeholders and political figures ahead of the forthcoming September 24 local government election. The latest endorsements came from residents and stakeholders in Akpawfu and Ugbawka, where … [Read more…]
…NSC: “It’s going to be the biggest, highest-sponsored festival” …Ekweremadu Jr.: “We’re hosting to win, set records” Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, and the National Sports Commission, NSC, have unveiled the official mascot for the 2026 National Sports Festival, tagged “Coal City Games,” assuring that the state would deliver a competition that meets international … [Read more…]
-By Abdul Mahmud Last week, I read a few Facebook posts about the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference which took place in Port Harcourt. The Uyo-based lawyer and scholar, Solomon Ekokoi’s post on the shoddy arrangements captured the mood better than most. There was, clearly, much to complain about in the organisation of … [Read more…]
By SNC Nwagu The debate over whether NATO can function without substantial American military support is essentially a European question. But its implications are unmistakably African. For more than seven decades, American power has underwritten NATO. Now, as Washington reassesses its global commitments, Europe is being forced to assume greater responsibility for its own defense. … [Read more…]
The 33rd President of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) in the person Mrs. Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has been sworn in. She took oath of office and allegiance as the second female president of the association, at the NBA 66th Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on Friday. She … [Read more…]
-By Abdul Mahmud Exactly 35 years ago today, on Wednesday, 28 August 1991, the gates of the Maximum Security Prison, Kirikiri, were finally flung open, and two young student leaders walked out into the Lagos morning after four months of detention by the military regime of General Ibrahim Babangida, carrying with them the belongings with … [Read more…]
…Says only unserviceable assets at affected locations are to be disposed of The Enugu State Government has dismissed as false and misleading a report in circulation on social media claiming that it is selling assets belonging to the Enugu State Broadcasting Service (ESBS), Enugu State Water Corporation, Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium and the State Liaison Office … [Read more…]
By Sebastine Okafor, Ph.D. A few days ago, the National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, convened a meeting for all the leaders of the party in Enugu State to identify the issues affecting the party and discuss how to move the party forward. As the Secretary of the party in … [Read more…]