Edeoga Emerges APC Flagbearer for Enugu East/Isi-Uzo Federal Constituency

In a major political development that has further altered the dynamics of the 2027 electoral landscape in Enugu East Senatorial District, Hon. Chijioke Edeoga has emerged as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Enugu East/Isi-Uzo Federal Constituency House of Representatives election following a commanding victory in the party’s primary election. At … [Read more…]

Tinubu Defends Economic Reforms, Promises More Action if Re-elected

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has defended his administration’s economic reforms, insisting that the removal of fuel subsidy and unification of the foreign exchange market were necessary decisions to stabilise Nigeria’s economy and block financial leakages. Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum Annual Summit in Kigali, Rwanda, Tinubu said he has no regrets implementing the policies … [Read more…]

2027: Council of Enugu Town Unions, 583 communities endorse Mbah for a second term

…Our job isn’t done yet – Mbah The Enugu State Council of Presidents-General has endorsed the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, for a second term in office, citing what they described as his sterling leadership and uncommon transformations across all sectors of the state. The Council, which represents 583 autonomous communities that make … [Read more…]

FMIST, Babcock Uni Forge Strategic Partnership to Drive Research Commercialisation

Dr. Kingsley Udeh

The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) is set to collaborate with Babcock University in advancing the commercialisation of research outcomes and strengthening Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem as part of efforts to drive industrial growth and sustainable national development. The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN stated this … [Read more…]

Anambra Assembly Confirms 18 Commissioner-Nominees, Receives More Names From Soludo

The Anambra State House of Assembly has confirmed the 18 commissioner nominees earlier sent to the House by Governor Chukwuma Soludo on May 4, 2026. The list comprised second-term appointees such as the former Commissioner for Information, Dr Law Mefor, to oversee Information and Value Reformation; former Commissioner for Health, Dr Afam Obidike; and Commissioner … [Read more…]

EERC Downgrades 59 Feeders in Enugu over Poor Power Supply

Enugu Electricity Regulatory Commission, EERC, has announced the downgrade of 59 feeders under the franchise of the MainPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited. MainPower is a subsidiary of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, EEDC, which services customers in Enugu State. EERC attributed the action to MainPower’s failure to meet the threshold of minimum hours of power … [Read more…]

DHQ debunks report of civilian deaths in airstike in Zamfara

The Defence Headquarters has dismissed reports claiming civilians were killed during a military airstrike on Tumfa market in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara, insisting there is no verified evidence of civilian casualties from the operation. The military was reacting to reports by AFP and rights groups alleging that dozens of people died after missiles … [Read more…]

Again Nigeria Fails To Meet OPEC Production Quota

Nigeria has again failed to meet its 1.5 million bpd crude oil production quota approved by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). In its National Liquid Hydrocarbon Production Report released on Tuesday, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) disclosed that average daily crude oil production hovered around 1.4 million bpd, representing about … [Read more…]