Intl Boy Child Day 2026 : Princess Joy Idam Calls for Greater Attention to Welfare of the Boy Child
By Cynthia Talatu Batuta Publisher and media advocate, Princess Joy Idam, has called on parents, government, traditional institutions and other stakeholders to pay greater attention to the protection, education and emotional development of the boy child as part of efforts to build a balanced and progressive society. In a statement issued to commemorate the 2026…
Omga007Ikemba Ishiagu Declares for Reps Seat, Backs Peter Obi for President
By Nkechinyere Ewa A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Chief Justus Okorie, has declared his intention to contest for the Ohaozara/Onicha/Ivo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives ahead of the 2027 general elections. Okorie, a renowned entrepreneur, philanthropist and community leader from Ishiagu in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State,…
2027 Election : Biu Stands Still for Betara as Massive Crowd Demonstrates Unwavering Love During Affirmation.
By Joy Omagha Idam, Biu It’s said that the golden fish has no hiding place and this was the case as the ancient town of Biu came alive with an overwhelming show of solidarity and admiration for Hon Muktar Aliyu Betara, as thousands of supporters, youths, women groups, traditional loyalists and political stakeholders openly declared…
Betara Builds 1,500-Capacity Mini Stadium to Promote Youth Development in Bayo
By Joy Omagha Idam, Biu The residents of Bayo Local Government Area in Borno State have continued to applaud the member representing Biu, Bayo, Kwaya Kusar and Shani Federal Constituency, Hon. Muktar Aliyu Betara, over the construction of a 1,500-capacity mini stadium designed to engage youths positively and curb social vices in the area. Speaking…
NAWOJ Calls for Collective Action to Protect, Empower the Boy Child on Intl Boy Child Day
By Sharon Akuboh Theme: “Building Positive Futures for Boys: Nurture, Educate, Protect” The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) joins the global community to commemorate the 2026 International Boy Child Day, observed annually on 16th May. This year’s observance serves as a timely reminder that the well-being, education, and emotional development of boys are integral…
2027 Election : Letter of Appeal for Gender Inclusive Party Primaries and Increased Support for Women’s Political Participation
The National ChairmenAll Progressives Congress (APC),People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC),and Other Registered Political Parties in Nigeria. Dear Sirs, LETTER OF APPEAL FOR GENDER-INCLUSIVE PARTY PRIMARIES AND INCREASED SUPPORT FOR WOMEN’S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION AHEAD OF THE 2027 GENERAL ELECTION Women-led organisations and advocates including Womanifesto, the Nigeria League of Women Voters (NILOWV), Women…
Political Tension Deepens in Rivers as Debate Grows Over Dissolution of Pro-Fubara Support Groups
By Sharon Akuboh Political tension continues to rise in Rivers State amid growing debate over the dissolution of grassroots support groups loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the increasing power struggle within the state’s political landscape. The Simplified Movement, led by Evans Bipi, had emerged as one of the strongest grassroots political support structures backing…
Rivers State at a Crossroads : Power, Politics and the Struggle for Democratic Stability
By Joy Omagha Idam The political atmosphere in Rivers State remains tense, uncertain, and deeply divided as the power struggle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, continues to shape the future of the oil-rich state. At the center of the debate is the dissolution of influential grassroots…