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Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki In a major political development in Ebonyi State, former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Joseph Onu Silas, has resigned from the party, citing irreconcilable differences and undue interference by some sitting governors. Mr. Onu announced his resignation in a letter dated July 16, 2025, addressed to the PDP Chairman in Obiozara Ward, Ohaozara Local Government Area. Describing his decision as one taken “with a heavy heart but for a more patriotic reason,” Onu said internal crises and the influence of powerful individuals within the PDP had compelled him to seek a new political direction. He…

…Demand new constitution Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Former President Olusegun Obasanjo; ex-Secretary General of the Common Wealth of Nations, Chief Emeka Anyaoku; former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Victor Attah, among other patriots and elder statesmen, on Wednesday convened a national constitutional summit in Abuja. In attendance at the summit were leaders of regional bodies and socio-cultural organisations including Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Pan Niger Delta Development Forum, PANDEF, who made presentations at the gathering. Other patriots at the summit included General Ike Nwachukwu, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, Prof. Pat Utomi, and Prof. Mike Ozekhome (SAN). Human Rights Activist, Femi Falana (SAN), Dr Kayode…

Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Amid the soaring cost of chemical fertilisers, farmers have been urged to adopt biochar—a charcoal-like substance derived from agricultural waste through pyrolysis—as a cheaper, more effective, and environmentally friendly alternative. According to experts, biochar not only improves soil fertility and increases crop yields but also helps in mitigating soil acidity, a common challenge in South-East Nigeria. It is considered a more sustainable option compared to synthetic fertilisers, which are increasingly unaffordable for many rural farmers. With a 50kg bag of chemical fertiliser now selling for between ₦40,000 and ₦50,000 depending on the type, biochar has become a…

Ben Ezechime, Enugu The security surveillance team of Governor Peter Mbah has vowed to flush out criminals hiding in the forests of Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State. The team made the declaration during a visit to the community as part of its surveillance strategy. Residents, including stakeholders, youths, and women, turned out in large numbers to welcome the delegation led by the governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Security, Mr. Vincent Onyeabor. The team arrived at the Ogbete, Eha-Amufu Joint Task Force (JTF) Security Camp aboard three helicopters. They were accompanied by officers of the Nigerian Air Force…

Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Peter Obi’s major support group, the Obidient Movement, has debunked reports of an alleged rift between the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and the party’s acting National Chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman. The group made the clarification in a statement issued Wednesday in Abuja by its National Coordinator, Dr. Yunusa Tanko. Describing the rumoured discord as a fabrication by mischief-makers, the statement reaffirmed Obi’s loyalty to the Usman-led Labour Party, especially following the Supreme Court’s recent decision that upheld her appeal in the party’s leadership crisis. “His Excellency, Peter Obi, has consistently affirmed that he remains a committed…

Our Reporter, Abuja  Mr. Peter Obi, has explained why he was absent at the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, which held on Tuesday, July 15, in Daura, Katsina State. He made this on disclosure Wednesday, via a post on his X handle. Obi, who visited the late President’s family on Wednesday to pay his respects, said his failure to attend the funeral was due to unforeseen logistical challenges beyond his control. “Yesterday morning, after a condolence visit to the family of the late Awujale of Ijebuland in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, I tried to be in Daura, Katsina State…

Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has commenced the screening of 151 shortlisted candidates from the South-East for its 2025/2026 Overseas Scholarship Scheme (OSS) for Master’s and Ph.D. programmes. Mr. Uche Ikoku, Manager at the PTDF Centre for Skills and Development, Port Harcourt, disclosed this on Wednesday during the ongoing screening exercise at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus (UNEC). Ikoku explained that the candidates, who reside in the five states of the South-East, indicated the zone as their preferred screening location. The exercise, which spans three days, is being conducted in line with PTDF’s mandate and…

Our Reporter, Abuja  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing a deviation from the party’s founding ideals. Atiku announced his decision in a letter dated July 14, 2025, addressed to the PDP Chairman of his ward in Jada Local Government Area of Adamawa State. He attributed his resignation to the current “trajectory” of the party, which he believes no longer aligns with its original principles. In the letter, Atiku expressed appreciation for the roles he had played under the party’s platform, including serving two terms as Nigeria’s Vice President and…

Lawrence Nwimo, Awka The Federal Government has been urged to urgently implement and fully enforce the landmark judgment delivered by the ECOWAS Court of Justice on April 9, 2025, which declared aspects of Kano State’s blasphemy laws as violations of Nigeria’s international human rights obligations. Media Rights Agenda (MRA), which made the call, said compliance with the ruling was essential to upholding the rule of law and maintaining Nigeria’s reputation as a democratic nation committed to fundamental rights. The ECOWAS Court, in a unanimous decision by a panel of three judges in a suit filed by the Expression Now Human…

Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki  In a bold and uncompromising move to combat rising crime and drug abuse in Ohaozara Local Government Area, the Executive Chairman, Ajah Chinonso Consider, has declared a full-scale crackdown on hard drug use, trafficking, and associated criminal activities ravaging the youth and threatening community peace. Addressing residents and stakeholders in a passionate statement, the Chairman thanked the people of Ohaozara—particularly traditional rulers, religious leaders, town unions, and civil society groups—for their continued commitment to peace and development.  However, he warned that the growing menace of drug abuse, especially the use of methamphetamine (commonly known as Mkpuru Mmiri),…