When the Super Falcons won the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and D’Tigress lifted their fifth AfroBasket title, the nation celebrated. They were rewarded with national honours, $100,000 each, and brand-new homes. Nigerians applauded the President for recognising excellence. But when three young girls from Yobe State, Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, Rukayya Muhammad Fema and Hadiza Kashim Kalli went to London and defeated 69 other countries in an international English competition, what did they get? A mere congratulatory message at first, and after public outrage, a cheque of ₦200,000. Let’s…
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There’s One Person Who Believes That He Is The Alpha And Omega In Rivers State’ – Emeka Beke
Factional APC Chairman in Rivers State, Emeka Beke, has accused an unnamed individual of monopolizing power in the state, arguing that this concentration of authority is hindering Rivers State’s development. Speaking in an interview with News Central TV from 7:12, Beke declined to identify the specific person while making pointed references to their perceived dominance over state affairs. “There’s one person who believes that he is the alpha and omega in this state and believes that he has all the power in the world. That’s the person. You should be able…
Read MoreNGOR OKPALA APC PASSES CONFIDENCE VOTE ON UZODINMA
In a resounding show of support, the All Progressives Congress, APC Ngor Okpala LGA Chapter, comprising party stalwarts, critical stakeholders, and key leaders, passed an implicit vote of confidence on the Governor of Imo State,Senator Hope Uzodinma. This followed a motion moved by the Member Representing Ngor Okpala State Constituency in Imo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Obinna Egu, which is described as a testament to the Governor’s unwavering commitment to the development of Ngor Okpala and the State. Speaking earlier during the meeting, the ranking lawmaker emphasized the…
Read MoreUzodinma Must Hear This: Concerned Citizens- Stop Touts From Taking Over New Assumpta Fly Over.
…Urge Imo Gov to abolish Illegal motorpark there. Concerned Imo citizens have cried out against the continued use of spaces under the newly constructed overhead bridge popularly called flyover around Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri. The Concerned Citizens expressed concern that the existence of illegal motor parks around the ready-to-be commissioned project executed by Governor Hope Uzodinma administration, “threatens to undermine the projects success.” They further noted that: “despite its potential to ease traffic congestion and improve the area’s aesthetic, the flyovers underpass has been hijacked by illegal motor parks, with vehicles…
Read MoreAmbassador Dr. Osita Offor Congratulates General Senator Ike O. S Nwachukwu on His Birthday
In a heartfelt message, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, popularly known as “The Ultimate Commander”, has extended warm birthday wishes to General Senator Ike O. S Nwachukwu. The congratulatory message reads: “Happy Birthday to the illustrious General Senator Ike O. S Nwachukwu! On this special day, I, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, join millions of Nigerians in celebrating your life and legacy. Your dedication to public service, leadership, and nation-building has left an indelible mark on our great nation. May your birthday be filled with joy, good health, and fulfillment. Wishing you…
Read MoreBiafra: Kanu’s persecution cannot be compared to Ekpa’s conviction — Lawyer
An Abuja-based human rights lawyer, Barrister Christopher Chidera, has rejected the comparison between Nnamdi Kanu and Simon Ekpa. Reports emerged on Monday that a Finland court had convicted a self-acclaimed Biafran leader, Simon Ekpa. Chidera, a member of the Nnamdi Kanu global defence team, took exception to any comparison between the two agitators. This was in reaction to a recent article on social media titled “From Finland to Nigeria: What Ekpa’s Conviction Teaches Us About Kanu and the Biafran Question.” The article tends to compare the conviction of Ekpa in…
Read More‘’No Micro-Zoning’’ — Wike, Ortom, Ikpeazu, Ugwuanyi Issue Six-Point Demand To PDP NWC Ahead Of National Convention
As the countdown to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention intensifies, some of the party’s most influential leaders have issued a six-point directive to the National Working Committee (NWC), underscoring the need for fairness, inclusivity, and adherence to judicial rulings. The resolutions emerged from a high-powered stakeholders’ meeting held Monday night at the residence of the Federal Capital Territory Minister and former Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, in Abuja. Present at the meeting were former Benue State Governor Dr. Samuel Ortom, ex-Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, former Abia State…
Read MoreINEC’s by-elections and lessons not learnt, By Reuben Abati
The by-elections held across the country last Saturday in 16 constituencies across 12 states, in terms of the organisation, the process and outcomes would seem to confirm one painful truth, namely that Nigeria’s democracy is still inchoate, tentative, fledgling, and that we are not yet anywhere near the target of democratic consolidation in Africa’s largest democracy. Students of Nigeria’s political history would readily recall that these were phrases used to describe and define Nigerian democracy after the return to democratic rule in 1999. Nigeria had been under the clutches of…
Read MoreOver 800 Dead as Powerful Earthquake Levels Villages
A powerful earthquake has flattened villages in a remote mountainous region of Afghanistan, killing more than 800 people and injuring thousands, Taliban authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue operations continue. Casualties and destruction were reported across at least five provinces. Rescue teams spent the day pulling survivors from collapsed homes and airlifting the injured by helicopter as nightfall approached “The search operation is still going on. Many people are stuck under the rubble of their roofs,” said Ehsanullah Ehsan, disaster management head in…
Read MoreIf Obi does not want to be criticized, he should go back to his house and eat jollof rice – Adeyanju
During an interview on Channels TV, prominent human rights activist Deji Adeyanju defended the principle of political criticism while challenging what he described as selective protection of certain political figures. Adeyanju delivered a blunt message to those seeking to shield politicians from public scrutiny. “If Peter does not want to be criticized he should go back to his house and be eating jollof rice,” he stated, emphasizing that public office comes with inevitable public judgment. The activist outlined what he considers fundamental aspects of democratic participation. “Anyone who puts himself…
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