“My special interest in education driven by deep purpose, not politics” – Gov. Mbah

…As University of East London Alumni hails Mbah’s performance, pledges collaboration Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, says his special interest in education is driven by purpose, not politics, noting that Enugu is on the cusp of renaissance, given the transformational promises of the Smart Green Schools initiated by his administration. Mbah also maintained … [Read more…]

Enugu Reps Caucus Backs Concessioning of Enugu Airport

The Enugu State Caucus in the House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind the federal government’s plan to concession the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, describing it as a potential catalyst for the South East economy. The caucus commended the federal government for the initiative and urged it to hasten the concession process to … [Read more…]

Tinubu’s Reforms Restoring Investor Confidence, Stabilising FX Market – Edun

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, and the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, have declared that President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms have restored the confidence of investors in the Nigerian economy and stabilised foreign exchange (FX) market. While stressing that the federal … [Read more…]

Catholic Bishop Echema Lauds Gov. Otti 

The Catholic Bishop of Aba Diocese – Most Rev. (Prof.) Augustine Ndubueze Echema has declared that the works of the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, will speak and campaign for him. Bishop Echema made the declaration on Sunday, 27th April, 2025, during the thanksgiving service of Rev. Dr. Christian Ikpeamaeze at the … [Read more…]

Suspected Herders Kill 7 Traders in Benue 

Armed bandits believed to be herders have attacked Yanriwa Market in Kwande local government area of Benue State, killing five traders and injuring seven others. A resident of the community, Lawrence Akerigba who disclosed this to our correspondent on telephone, explained that the heavily armed gunmen invaded the market about 3pm when traders were transacting … [Read more…]

Akanu Ibiam International Airport to be reopened April 28

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has announced the reopening of Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, on Monday, April 28, 2025. In a press release dated 26th April, 2025, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs & Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, said the re-opening followed the completion of emergency runway repairs of the airport. According to … [Read more…]

Pope Francis laid to rest as about 250,000 mourners pay final respects at Vatican funeral

Pope Francis has been laid to rest in Rome following solemn, hours-long funeral rites at St Peter’s Square in the Vatican, bringing to a close his sometimes turbulent 12-year leadership of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. The Argentinian pontiff, who died earlier this week from a stroke and cardiac arrest at the age of 88, was buried … [Read more…]

FCCPC’s $220m Fine Against Meta Upheld by Tribunal 

The Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal has upheld the $220 million fine imposed on Meta Platforms Incorporated by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). In a statement on Friday, the FCCPC’s Director for Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, announced that the tribunal also awarded the commission $35,000 to cover the investigation costs. Ijagwu noted … [Read more…]

Tinubu sends Akpabio-led Nigerian delegation to Pope Francis’ funeral in Vatican City

President Bola Tinubu has sent a high-powered delegation to Vatican City to attend the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis, scheduled for today. Leading the five-member Nigerian delegation is Senate President Godswill Akpabio. According to a statement by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the delegation also includes Minister of State for Foreign … [Read more…]

Pope Francis’ funeral date announced by Vatican as first images of his body released

Pope Francis‘ funeral has been scheduled for 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. Eastern) on Saturday in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican announced Tuesday, following a meeting of the College of Cardinals at the Catholic Church’s city-state headquarters in the heart of Rome. The coffin carrying the pope, who died Monday morning after suffering a stroke … [Read more…]

House of Reps Presents N18m Cheque to Victims of Enugu Tanker Explosion

…As Mbah extols Speaker Abbas for compassionate leadership style The Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, Tuesday, presented a cheque for N18 million to the Enugu State Government as support to the victims of the January 25 petrol tanker explosion at Ugwu Onyeama on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, which claimed several lives. The Speaker described … [Read more…]