FG Welcomes Five Nigerians Freed from Côte d’Ivoire Prison, Seeks Rehabilitation Support for Returnees
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja The Federal Government has received five Nigerian citizens rescued from prolonged detention in Côte d’Ivoire, reaffirming its commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of Nigerians wherever they may be. The returnees, who arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, were welcomed by the Minister of State for Foreign…
Omga007APC Warns Against Anti-Party Activities, Calls for Unity Ahead of 2027 Elections in Ebonyi
By Nkechinyere Ewa The Ebonyi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned party members against engaging in anti-party activities, declaring that it will not hesitate to replace candidates and officials whose actions threaten the unity and electoral chances of the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The warning was given on…
Making mineral wealth work for the People : Chidi Onyia’s impact on Ebonyi’s host communities
Nkechinyere Ewa, Abakaliki For decades, the story of mining in many parts of Ebonyi State was one of untapped opportunities for host communities. While the state remained richly endowed with solid minerals, the people living in the areas where these resources were extracted often had little to show for it. Community Development Agreements (CDAs) were…
Award Recognises Reforms in Ebonyi Local Govt Service, Says Nwasum
Nkechinyere Ewa The Chairman of the Ebonyi State Local Government Service Commission, Romanus Nwasum, has reaffirmed his commitment to deepening reforms in the state’s local government system following his recognition with an award for integrity, due process and public service. Speaking after receiving an award from advocacy for peace and value re-orientation Nwasum said the…
Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to AU Peace, Security Agenda, Condemns Xenophobic Attacks
By Joy Omagha Idam Nigeria has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to promoting peace, security, democratic governance, and regional integration across Africa as the Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, received a high-level delegation of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) in Abuja. The delegation, led by the Chairperson…
CSP Abdullahi Isa Elevated as DPO of Utako Division, Pledges Stronger Community Policing
CSP Abdullahi Isa has been elevated and appointed the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Utako Division, FCT, after serving as DCO 1 in the same division. His new role places him in charge of one of the most active police divisions in Abuja, where effective policing, prompt response, and public confidence are especially important. He…
NUJ Unveils Culture Nigeria, Advocates Cultural Renaissance for National Unity and Development
By Sharon Akuboh | Abuja The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), in partnership with O&i Contact Limited, has unveiled Culture Nigeria, a landmark publication designed to promote national unity, cultural preservation and sustainable development through Nigeria’s rich and diverse heritage. The book was formally presented during a colourful ceremony organised by the NUJ National Secretariat…
Shaibu Calls for Stronger Public -Private Partnership to Revive Nigerian Sports
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has called for a renewed collaboration between the public and private sectors, describing such partnership as essential to transforming Nigeria’s sports industry and driving national development. Shaibu made the call while speaking on the Day-2 of the…