-By Abdul Mahmud I did not know Somnachukwu Maduagwu. I never met her in the studios of Arise Television in Abuja, where I have gone many times for interviews. But her death touched me deeply. She was young. She was bright. She was a lawyer. She was a news anchor. She was her parents’ pride. … [Read more…]
…as Tomorrow Is Here Movement inaugurates Enugu East Zone Coordinators A popular socio-political group in Enugu State, Tomorrow Is Here Movement, has declared that Governor Peter Mbah has done more than enough in his two years in office to deserve a second term in 2027, describing his performance as “unprecedented in the history of the … [Read more…]
That evening, after devouring a shawarma that was generously peppery, I found myself in what I can only call a kind of post-shawarma clarity, that acute awareness that settles like dust when the pleasure fades and the price reveals itself. A noble man of this bullying capitalism, I sat with a mental calculator, the one … [Read more…]
If someone had told me as a child that I’d grow up loving leafy vegetables, I wouldn’t have believed it. Back then, eating vegetables felt like a chore, something we were forced to do. My siblings and I dreaded mealtime whenever vegetables were involved. But our mum didn’t spare us; nearly every meal had leafy … [Read more…]
By Doris Chisom Ewoh The notifications never stop. The laundry piles up. The toddler is screaming again about the wrong color cup. The world feels loud, fast, and relentless. And in the middle of all that chaos, we’re expected to remain calm, present, and intentional as parents. But how? This piece isn’t just about being … [Read more…]
By Chidinma Prisca Elebe Fashion doesn’t need to hold a press conference or pass a law to make a statement. It shows up on the street, in the courtroom, at the protest and it speaks louder than words. Whether it’s a sharp suit or a slogan tee, clothing is never just clothing. It’s a statement, … [Read more…]
The Labour Party Governorship Candidate for the November 8 Anambra election, Dr. George Moghalu, has continued his statewide grassroots campaign, receiving an outpouring of support across Onitsha South, Odume, Enekwasipu, Awada, Igbariam, Nando, Ikem Ivite, and Anambra West. From Enekwasipu to Odume Obosi and Awada, Moghalu was welcomed with songs, cheers, and prayers as he … [Read more…]
The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has approved 100 per cent implementation of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure for health workers in the state, with immediate effect. The CONHESS 2024 refers to the Consolidated Health Salary Structure for health workers in Nigeria, and the structure outlines enhanced salary scales for various health professionals. They … [Read more…]
Sixty-five years ago, our beloved nation rose with courage and with the spirit of freedom. As we mark this Independence Day, we celebrate not just the hoisting of our Green-White-Green flag, but also the sacrifices of our heroes past and indeed the resilience of our people. On behalf of the veterans of the Armed Forces … [Read more…]
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has denied reports that he plans to step aside for another presidential aspirant ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement on Thursday, his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, described the claims as a misrepresentation of Atiku’s recent interview with the BBC Hausa Service. “After a thorough review of both the … [Read more…]
By Oseloka H. Obaze Nigeria is 65. She struggled for her independence, but never fought for it. That has made all the difference in her appreciation of her nationalism, unity and democracy. Also, Nigeria fought a civil war to stay united, but because the agonizing consequences of that war were not equally felt, the appreciation … [Read more…]
By Ikenna Igwe When the United Kingdom rolled out its toughest immigration reforms in decades, few countries felt the tremors as acutely as Nigeria. Beyond individual dreams of study or work abroad, Britain’s policy shift threatens to reshape an entire economic lifeline. The Rules Have Changed Britain’s 2025 immigration overhaul raises the salary threshold for … [Read more…]