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Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused President Bola Tinubu of being absent at a time the country needs him the most. In a statement on X on Monday, Obi questioned the President’s visibility as Nigeria battles deepening poverty, hunger, insecurity, and rising unemployment, noting that the country is projected to have about 140 million … [Read more…]
Doris Ewoh, Enugu Rangers International Football Club has secured a fashion apparel and manufacturing partnership with Nzapi Fashion Brand to produce rebranded shirts, face caps, and costumes for the club and its supporters, aimed at boosting the club’s revenue. The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) took place on Monday, January 12, 2025, at … [Read more…]
Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered for a probe into the alleged medical negligence that reportedly led to the death of Nnamdi Nkanu, son of renowned Nigerian author, Ms. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, at a private healthcare facility in Lagos. The governor gave the directive through the Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA), … [Read more…]
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, who recently lost her 21-month-old son, has released a statement detailing the circumstances surrounding his death. According to ARISE News, “ARISE News reached out to Adichie’s media team, who confirmed that she did author the statement. According to her representatives, the message was originally sent privately to family members and a few … [Read more…]
The Honorable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochi Udeh, SAN, has paid an official familiarization visit to the Chairman, Senate Committee on Science and Technology, Distinguished Senator Aminu Iya Abbas, as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between the Executive and the Legislature in advancing Nigeria’s Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) agenda. … [Read more…]
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has donated 30 operational vehicles to the Nigeria Police, Anambra State Command. The handover is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement capacity and deepen community safety. Recall that last year, the state government had donated 170 operational vehicles to security agencies in the state. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor … [Read more…]
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has officially inaugurated the Imo Vigilante Organization, marking a strategic move by the State Government to strengthen community-based security and enhance public safety across Imo State. The event which held at the Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu Square, Owerri, brought together government officials, security agencies, traditional rulers, and community leaders. … [Read more…]
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has been commended by the Deputy Commandant General and Enugu State Chairman, Nigerian Legion, Dr Emeka Norman Igwesi, for his support to the welfare of Nigeria’s ex-servicemen and fallen heroes. Igwesi made the commendation during the official unveiling and launch of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem … [Read more…]
The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development said it had concluded plans for the 2026 Ibile Youth Academy. This was announced on Thursday by the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, at the state secretariat, Alausa, where he reeled out the lineup of activities for the programme. According to Ogunlende, the … [Read more…]
The Enugu State Police Command has disrupted an interstate vehicle theft syndicate and recovered two Mack trucks and a Toyota Highlander Jeep stolen in Abia and Lagos states. The police said operatives attached to the Emene Police Division recovered the two Mack trucks on December 22, 2025, following credible intelligence on truck theft. The trucks—a … [Read more…]
…Promises Renewed Vigour Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has tasked the various Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the state government to meet the N870 billion target projected in the state’s 2026 budget, citing the unpredictability of external revenue sources like the Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocation, given the prevailing geo-political tensions … [Read more…]
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have dismantled a suspected suicide bombing network and intercepted logistics believed to be meant for terrorists during separate operations in Adamawa state. The military said the operations were part of intensified cordon-and-search efforts targeting those behind the Gamboru Market Mosque suicide bombing. According to the Joint Task Force (North East), … [Read more…]