The Old Man Wept – By Abdul Mahmud

Abdul Mahmud

A viral video can sometimes reveal what a thousand official statements cannot. A few days ago, the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, visited Oriire in Oyo State to sympathise with families whose children remain in captivity after the abduction of pupils and staff of three schools in the community. The video that emerged from … [Read more…]

Middle East Tensions Escalate as Israel and Iran Exchange Fresh Attacks

Israel has carried out airstrikes in western and central Iran after Iran fired missiles at northern Israel, marking the first direct exchange of attacks between the two countries since a ceasefire came into effect two months ago. Fresh explosions were reported in Tehran after Israel announced that dozens of its fighter jets had completed strikes … [Read more…]

Netizens Blame Blocked Drainage as Cause of Flooded Enugu Road, Appeal for Gov’t Intervention

A heavy downpour that hit Nsukka, Enugu State, on Friday left parts of the town flooded, sparking widespread reactions on social media as residents debated the causes of the incident and called for government intervention. The flooding, which affected sections of a major road in Nsukka, triggered discussions among residents and commentators, with many attributing … [Read more…]

Mammoth Crowd as Enugu East Zone Endorses Tinubu, Mbah for Second Term, Presents N300m

…Mbah: We’ve moved from theory to evident transformations, lauds Tinubu’s reforms The people of Enugu East Senatorial District have endorsed Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office, pledging massive votes for the duo in the 2027 general election. They said that Mbah’s campaign vision to make … [Read more…]

Rangers GM Ezeaku weighs future in club amid family sacrifice, FIFA opportunities

Amobi Ezeaku, General Manager of Rangers International FC, says he will decide within the next three weeks whether to remain at the club, citing family concerns, health challenges, and lucrative international opportunities. Speaking during Rangers’ end-of-season briefing, Ezeaku said the decision would be one of the most important of his professional career after nearly three … [Read more…]

Eight pastors remanded over fake miracles in Anambra

A High Court sitting in Awka, Anambra State, on Friday remanded eight pastors in a correctional centre after they were arraigned over alleged violations of the state’s Homeland Security Law, 2025, including hiring paid actors to stage “fake” miracles. The defendants are Pastors Ndubisi Nnachukwu of Omega Dominion Ministry; Ekeleme Ugochukwu of Cloud of Glory … [Read more…]

Significant Progress Made Toward Establishment of State Police – Gbajabiamila

Presidency says progress has been made toward state police establishment, with constitutional amendment expected after ongoing consultations. The Presidency on Thursday disclosed that reasonable progress has been made towards establishing state police, with a constitutional amendment expected soon, following months of consultations among the Executive, the National Assembly and security authorities. Chief of Staff to … [Read more…]

Ikenga Nkanu Worldwide Congratulates Gov Mbah, Backs Second-Term Bid

Ikenga Nkanu Worldwide has congratulated the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, on what it described as his landmark achievements in political leadership and administrative excellence. In a congratulatory message signed by its Chancellor, SNC Nwagu, FIICA, MNIIA, the group commended the governor for his performance in office, stating that his administration has … [Read more…]

Rangers Express Sympathy Over Rivers United Road Accident

Rangers FC is the only club in Nigeria currently with the full compliments of in-house professionals – An interview with Amobi Ezeaku, GM, Rangers

Rangers International FC has expressed sadness over the road accident involving the contingent of Rivers United FC while travelling to their President Federation Cup fixture. In a statement signed by the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of Rangers International FC, Amobi Ezeaku, the club extended its heartfelt sympathies to everyone affected by the incident. … [Read more…]

Ogbuekwe: A Leader Defined by Vision, Results, and Service [VIEWPOINT]

Mike Ogbuekwe

Exceptional leaders are not measured by the positions they occupy but by the impact they create, the institutions they strengthen, and the people they inspire. Engr. Mike Ogbuekwe embodies these qualities through a distinguished career spanning public service, policy development, project management, economic transformation, and organizational leadership. His leadership style is rooted in strategic thinking, … [Read more…]

Details of how Wike’s aide got access to Emeka Ike’s voter info emerge

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained how Lere Olayinka, the spokesperson to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, obtained and subsequently published screenshots containing the voter registration details of Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike. According to a publication by PREMIUM TIMES, the multimedia Nigerian publication said the details were revealed … [Read more…]