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…Priests fume, seek global intervention Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Armed herders have burnt down St. Paul’s Parish, Aye-Twar (Agu Centre) in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. The rampaging assailants have also forcefully seized and occupied 26 other branches of the church in the state. The incident, which began on Sunday, August 10, 2025, has sparked outrage among Christians in the state, with Catholic priests crying out for help. According to the priests, the attack was not only against the Church and the Diocese of Katsina-Ala in particular, “but a direct assault on government at all levels, security operatives, traditional…
Our Reporter, Abuja Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, have paid glowing tributes to late Nigerian football icon, Chairman Christian Chukwu, who was laid to rest on Saturday in his country home, Obe, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State. In a heartfelt message on his official X handle, Governor Mbah described the former Super Eagles captain and coach as a man of simplicity, humility, and discipline whose impact transcended the world of sports. “It is difficult for you to have met Chairman Christian Chukwu without being inspired by his…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has assured residents that there is no cause for alarm over the $125 million loan secured by the state from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). Responding to a question during a media parley in Umuahia on Friday night, Otti dismissed insinuations that the loan had religious undertones, stressing that it was strictly for developmental purposes. The governor pledged to utilize the funds judiciously on designated projects, noting that his administration was known for transparency and prudent resource management. “You are worried about the $125 million loan because it is coming from…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The Abia State Government has shortlisted 1,200 out of about 2,000 applicants who applied for the 771 vacancies recently advertised in the state’s health sector. Governor Alex Otti disclosed this during a media parley on Friday night in Umuahia, assuring that due process and competence would guide the recruitment exercise. He explained that the recruitment drive was aimed at addressing the rising demand for healthcare services across the state. “We opened a portal and received close to 2,000 applications. About 1,200 of the applicants were shortlisted. We need to provide for the workers required to reposition our…
Lawrence Ndubeze, Awka The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD West Africa) has deployed a team of personnel to counter information manipulation in the build-up to the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State. The team, comprising stakeholders from different parts of the state, was trained on reporting and tackling the spread of misinformation, disinformation, and fake news using verification tools within the state’s political space. Speaking at the one-day workshop in Awka, CDD Election Consultant, Mr. Chibuike Mgbeahuruike, noted that information disorder poses a significant threat to elections and democracy. He stated that the team will identify, fact-check, and…
Our Reporter, Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed media reports claiming that a Canadian court declared the ruling party a terrorist organisation, describing such claims as “false, misleading and mischievous.” In a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC said the case in question—Douglas Egharevba v. Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness—did not concern the party, nor did the court make any pronouncement linking the APC to terrorism. According to Morka, the applicant in the case sought judicial review of a decision by Canada’s Immigration Appeal Division (IAD), which had found…
Our Reporter, Abuja The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has congratulated Zenith Bank Plc on its 35th anniversary, describing the financial institution as a model of visionary leadership, resilience, and service. Obi, who joined eminent Nigerians and foreign dignitaries on Friday night at the bank’s 35th Anniversary and Chairman’s Dinner in Lagos, praised the founder and chairman, Dr. Jim Ovia, CFR, for his foresight in building Zenith Bank into Nigeria’s largest financial institution by Tier-1 capital for 16 consecutive years. He noted that the bank’s phenomenal successes, as well as its strong…
By Cheta Nwanze A recent article in Premium Times highlighted something urgent. Nigeria is in the grip of a worsening food crisis, with millions struggling to afford even basic meals. Soaring prices, rampant insecurity, and systemic failures in agriculture have created a perfect storm, pushing the country towards severe hunger and instability. Without urgent intervention, this crisis will deepen, exacerbating poverty and social unrest. The numbers paint a grim picture. Official data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) show food inflation surging beyond 35% in 2023, making staples like rice, beans, and garri unattainable for many. The World Food…
Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki The Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has showered accolades and rewards on Blessing Ejiofor, an Ebonyi-born basketball player who was part of Nigeria’s victorious women’s national team at the 2025 Afrobasket tournament. The governor announced a cash reward of ₦30 million and the gift of a duplex at Tlan Estate in Abakaliki to the basketballer, who hails from Okposi, Ohaozara Local Government Area. Nwifuru made the announcement while receiving Ejiofor at the Government House, Abakaliki, on Friday. The governor expressed pride in her achievement, describing her as a great ambassador of Ebonyi State. He said her…
Ben Ezechime, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has pledged to deliver even greater infrastructure transformation across the state following the inauguration of five modern bus terminals under Phase One of the state’s Integrated Transport Infrastructure Projects. The newly commissioned facilities include: Holy Ghost Terminal 1 (Enugu Central Station 1) – for interstate transport; Holy Ghost Terminal 2 (Enugu Central Station 2) – for intercity transport; Gariki Terminal (Gariki Central Station); Abakpa Terminal (Abakpa Central Station); and Nsukka Terminal (Nsukka Central Station). Taking to his official X handle on Friday, Mbah said the terminals were designed to modernise transport…