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By Owei Lakemfa President Bola Ahmed Tinubu  in commemoration of Democracy Day 2025, conferred posthumous  national honours on famous writer and environmentalist, Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogonis hanged in 1995.  I attended part of their trial in Port Harcourt and had no doubt that the Tribunal was working towards a pre-conceived conclusion. Doubtlessly, by this conferment, the Tinubu administration was trying to bring to a closure, a case that bitterly divided the Ogoni people and brought our country to international ridicule and condemnation. I think the national honours  are well intentioned. However, the government was not well advised on…

Ugo Nosiri, Owerri  The Imo State Police Command, has arrested one 42 years old Ann Ngozi Enyenwa, of Umudim Ohekelem in Ngor-Okpala LGA, and rescued twelve suspected stolen children. The arrest also led to the uncovering of a child trafficking syndicate  that exploits minors for street begging in Aba, Abia State. Upon her arrest along the Owerri-Aba Express Road, the suspect was found with several children whose appearance and condition immediately aroused suspicion. Consequently, the case was referred to the IGP X-Squad Unit for discreet investigation and the suspect confessed to trafficking children from Ngor-Okpala LGA to Aba, where they…

…Supports holding of Monday NEC meeting  Our Reporter, Abuja  Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has reiterated his support for the South-East zone’s position on the National Secretaryship of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), amid growing crisis within the party. The governor stated this in a post Sunday via his official X handle after a meeting with key PDP leaders, including Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State; the BoT Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara; Chief Ali Odefa, the National Vice Chairman (South-East); East Zonal Chairman, Chief Ali Odefa, former National Chairman and BOT member, Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo; Senator Sam Egwu; Iyom…

Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki As part of his administration’s drive toward industrialization, Ebonyi State Governor, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has inaugurated a 15-member committee to spearhead the reactivation of the moribund Nigeria Cement Company (NIGERCEM) located in Nkalagu, Ishielu Local Government Area. Governor Nwifuru made the announcement during a church service at the Government House Chapel, Abakaliki, capital of the state. He reaffirmed his commitment to reviving the once-thriving cement factory, which has remained dormant for decades. The committee, he said, is tasked with liaising with core investors and shareholders to work out modalities for the immediate commencement of operations…

Ben Ezechime, Enugu The Enugu governor, Dr Peter Mbah, had reaffirmed his commitment to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), just as he dismissed rumours of his planned defection to another political party. Mbah spoke during an interactive session with the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in Enugu. Against the background of rumours going round that he was planning to defect to another political party to actualize his second term ambition, Mbah said: “I am still in the PDP, as you can see, the flag behind me is that of the PDP.” The governor made it clear that his loyalty to…

By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu On matters of security, the bulk (sic) stops at the President’s table.” – Bola Ahmed Tinubu April 2014″ On 26 January 2009, the Mamman Bello Ali died. He was the governor of Yobe State in North-East Nigeria. At around the same time, an anti-terrorism campaign by the government of Nigeria in Yobe State and its neighbour, Borno State, was about to make a murderous transition into a full-blown insurgency. As Governor Mamman Ali made his earthly transition in a Florida hospital, his deputy, Ibrahim Gaidam, assumed office on the same day as the new governor of Yobe State.…

Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia  The Presidency has dispelled reports that President Bola Tinubu has dropped Senator George Akume as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF. This was contained in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Onanuga described the report as “fake,” and advised members of the public to discountenance it. The rebuttal followed ‘flying speculations’ that the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, Hadiza Bala Usman had been appointed as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF. According to the trending “fake report,” …

Ben Ezechime, Enugu.  Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State says sports is a veritable tool for unity and a platform for youth development and social cohesion. The governor made the remark at an event to mark the Olympic Day celebration on Saturday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium Enugu. The governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, in Enugu State, Lloyd Ekweremmadu, said that the Olympics value reflected the principles that Enugu State holds dearly. “The Olympics value of excellence and respect reflects the principles that we in Enugu State holds dearly.  “They are values that guide…

Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki  The Ebonyi State Government has breathed new life into the long-dormant Ebonyi State Pipe Production Company, located in Ezzamgbo, following a comprehensive revival effort championed by Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru. Speaking in an interview, the General Manager of the company, Mr. Uchenna Otuh, a legal practitioner, expressed deep appreciation to the governor for his vision and commitment to industrial revival in the state. According to him, the company, which had been inactive for several years, is now fully operational following the purchase and installation of three brand-new machines. “These machines produce a variety of high-quality pipes including…

Ben Ezechime, Enugu  Governor Peter Mbah has advocated strong synergy between the media and the government for greater development of the country. He said this at the 2025 Biennial Convention of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in Enugu, with the theme: “Building a Secure and Cohesive Nigeria: The Role of Dialogue, Inclusion, and the Media.” He said that a strong synergy between the government and the media was important to build a society where progress is protected, justice is pursued, and every citizen feels seen and heard. ”We know that the relationship of trust has sometimes frayed between the…