-By Abdul Mahmud Fourteen days have passed since armed men tore through the safety of a school in Oyo State and carried away teachers and pupils whose only offence was to be present in a place dedicated to education and learning. Fourteen days have passed since families were thrust into a state of anguish that … [Read more…]
By Ikenna Igwe Nigeria’s economic crisis is no longer only about inflation, the Naira, and well-being. It is about fear—and fear, in today’s Nigeria, has become one of the most expensive items in the national budget, even when it never appears on a budget line. A farmer abandons his land because the road is no … [Read more…]
Political activist Aisha Yesufu has disclosed that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will not conduct primary elections for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Friday via her verified X handle, Yesufu said the party had decided against holding primaries for the FCT Senate … [Read more…]
The Nkanu West Local Government Area has congratulated Governor Peter Mbah on the third anniversary of his administration, describing his leadership as transformative and development-driven. In a statement issued on behalf of the government and people of the council area, the local government praised Mbah for reforms and infrastructure projects carried out across Enugu State … [Read more…]
The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, on the third anniversary of their administrations. In separate congratulatory messages issued on May 29, 2026, the minister commended both leaders for what he described as … [Read more…]
The Screening and Selection Committees of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) have reacted to reports alleging that some aspirants are being prevented from participating in the ongoing party primaries across the country. In a press statement issued on May 28, 2026, and signed by Osa Director Esq., National Publicity Secretary of the Nigeria Democratic Congress … [Read more…]
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has urged Nigerians to intensify prayers for the country ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying the nation needs leaders with integrity, vision and fear of God to overcome its current challenges. The monarch made the call in his Eid-el-Kabir message on Thursday, where he emphasised the … [Read more…]
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party in Enugu State has concluded its primary elections for all elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections, and announced Hon. Dona Nwogbo as the party’s governorship candidate in a process party leaders described as peaceful, transparent and devoid of rancour. The final collation of the primaries, held … [Read more…]
…Rallies Support Ahead of President’s Federation Cup The General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of Rangers International FC, Amobi Ezeaku, Esq., has expressed gratitude to players, supporters, management, and stakeholders following the club’s historic ninth league title victory. In a message addressed to the Rangers family, Ezeaku described the achievement as a product of sacrifice, … [Read more…]
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has explained the reason behind his visit to former Rivers State governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, at his Abuja residence. Atiku, who disclosed this on his X platform on Thursday, said the visit provided an opportunity for both leaders … [Read more…]
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally accepted the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring that democracy in Nigeria is “being strangled and squashed by the ruling party and its oppressive and anti-democratic government.” Speaking at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, after securing the party’s nomination, Atiku … [Read more…]
Elder statesman and former Governor of old Anambra State, Senator Jim Nwobodo, has commissioned the newly renovated and re-equipped Neonatal and Special Babies Ward at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital (ESUTH), Parklane, Enugu. The commissioning formed part of the activities marking the 2026 Children’s Day celebration which was attended by … [Read more…]