West African Leaders Resolve to Strengthen Regional Security Cooperation
By Joy Omagha Idam ACCRA — Heads of State and Government from West Africa and representatives of key neighbouring countries have resolved to deepen regional cooperation on security, counterterrorism, governance, and human security, following a two-day High-Level Consultative Conference held in Accra, Ghana, from January 29 to 30, 2026. The conference, convened under the chairmanship…
Omga007NUJ FCT Council Partners Bespoke Holdings to Complete Ultra-Modern Congress Hall
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has entered into a strategic partnership with Bespoke Holdings, an indigenous oil and gas and diversified services company, for the completion of the NUJ Ultra-Modern Congress Hall in Abuja. The partnership was formalised during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the NUJ FCT…
Woman Killed as Army Continues Onslaught on Amasiri, Opening Fire on Unarmed Women
By Jasmine Oliveri and Sharon Akuboh Army Continues Attack on Amasiri CommunityResidents of Amasiri have raised fresh alarm over continued military aggression in the community, following another deadly incident involving unarmed civilians. On January 31st, Nigerian Army personnel reportedly opened fire on a group of unarmed women in Amasiri, Ebonyi State, during a peaceful movement…
Alert Against The Unlawful, Illegal and Unconstitutional Exercise of Power Against Amasiri by Nwifuru Following Unverifiable Reports
31st January 2026 His Excellency, Governor Francis Ogbonnia Nwifuru,The Executive Governor, Ebonyi State. Attention:the National Security Adviser,The Chief of Defence Staff ALERT AGAINST THE UNLAWFUL, ILLEGAL, AND UNCONSTITUTIONAL EXERCISE OF EXECUTIVE POWER AGAINST THE PEOPLE OF AMASIRI COMMUNITIES, FOLLOWING A HASTY AND UNVERIFIABLE REPORT BY THE GOVERNOR OF EBONYI STATE — THE URGENT NEED TO…
Breaking News : From Clampdown to Bloodshed, Amasiri Cries Out as Army Allegedly Kills Civilians, Arrest Several
The Chief of Army Staff,Nigerian Army Headquarters,Abuja.Sir, This is an urgent and distress call from Amasiri community in Afikpo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. As if the sweeping clampdown and collective sanctions imposed by the Ebonyi State Governor Rt Hon Francis Nwifuru were not enough, reports emerging this very night confirm that soldiers of…
Punish the Guilty : Not A People (Amasiri)…Princess Joy Idam
Your Excellency,Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru,Governor of Ebonyi State. I write with a deep sense of concern regarding your recent actions and pronouncements following the tragic incident in Okporojo village involving the loss of innocent lives. Like every well-meaning Ebonyi citizen, and a daughter of Amasiri, I unequivocally condemn the killings, destruction of property, and any…
Selective Justice and Silent Graves : How Bias and Inaction Are Fueling the Ebonyi Communal Crisis
By Godslove Ijeomanta, PhD A Crisis That Did Not Begin YesterdayThe violent crisis between the Amasiri and Oso Edda communities in Ebonyi State did not begin with the recent incident in Okporojo. It is the culmination of months of unresolved grievances, repeated attacks, and official inaction that have steadily eroded public trust. The Ebonyi State…
When Power Replaces Justice : Nwifuru’s Controversial Sanctions on Amasiri
Your Excellency,Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru,Governor of Ebonyi State. I write to you not just as a citizen of Ebonyi State, but as a deeply angered and disappointed indigene of Amasiri Ekuma Ubaghala. While the gruesome killing of innocent people in Okporojo is condemnable and must never be justified, your response to this tragedy has exposed…